by: WGN Web Desk
Posted: Jan 14, 2021
Hines VA Hospital has updated its COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine offering to veterans over the age of 65.
The current vaccine stratification list is as follows:
Veterans 65+ years old
Dialysis patients
Suzanne Gordon Town Hall Meeting | January 25
Town Hall Meeting with Suzanne Gordon will discuss the most effective ways for veterans and their supporters to mobilize to reverse the privatization of the VHA, improve and strengthen it, and how to lobby for expanded services offered to veterans and their families. Monday, January 25, 2021| 4:00 PM CST via ZOOM. Registration is required for this event.
Happy Holidays from MPMA Chicago Chapter 2
Montford Point Marine Association Chicago Chapter 2
would like to wish you a Happy Holiday and
a Happy New year.
Happy Thanksgiving
The Montford Point Marines, Chicago Chapter 2, are forever thankful this holiday season to our members, supporters, and volunteers.
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Have a Happy Veterans Day!
During this Veterans Day, we pause to remember the sacrifices our Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guard have made in serving our Nation where and when they were needed.
Happy 245th Birthday Marines!
This year we celebrate the 245th anniversary of the founding of our Corps.
Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts 2020
Veterans Day Deals including free food, meals and other freebies. Military discounts and savings for active duty, retirees, and veterans.
VA Burial Benefit Reform Bill Backed by Marco Rubio Heads to the Senate Floor
A proposal expanding funeral benefits for veterans backed by a U.S. senator from Florida is gaining some traction on Capitol Hill and is now headed to the Senate floor.
H.R. 4554, Support Safe and Welcoming Department of Veterans Affairs Facilities for All Veterans
H.R. 4554 would require the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and implement a comprehensive anti-harassment and anti-sexual assault policy for the Department. Please do your part to support ending harassment at VA facilities and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all veterans to obtain the care they need and have earned. Use the prepared letter (or your own) to ask your Representative to cosponsor H.R. 4554 and support its final passage.
Chicago Bears Invite
Thank You to the Chicago Bears for inviting the Original Montford Point Marines to the game.
