As we struggle with the events in Afghanistan and getting Americans and Afghan allies to safety, it’s also worth taking time to honor those that were injured and their caretakers at home. Thanks to @UChicago for hosting “Honoring the Hurt & Their Heroes” @McCormick_Fdn
Blue Star Families, a McCormick Foundation grantee, needs YOUR help! Take the Illinois Community Assessment survey to identify gaps in services and create solutions for YOUR local military-connected community. Survey open through 8/31. https://t.co/bLxqlfdKkN
Posted many times but in case you haven't seen it or know somebody who needs to see it. Some info from the VA on coping with the events in Afghanistan. Here in Chicago there are resources also to reach out to: @Road_Home_Rush, @HeadstrongProj, @ILJoiningForces Reach out to a vet.
Veterans who served in Afghanistan may be experiencing a range of challenging emotions related to the U.S withdrawal from the country and the events unfolding now.
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Managing relationships and maintaining trust are vital to learning and understanding the newest updates to serving our communities. @mccormick_fdn@Health4Texas
The @McCormick_Fdn is proud to support and partner with Lake County Vets and Families Services for two more years. LCVFS provides wrap around services, peer support, & camaraderie & serves as a @ILJoiningForces vet support community. Check them out: https://t.co/odNhkZynpu
We need masks for our Senior Veterans Homes in Illinois. @CSiriano can you make masks for the front line healthcare workers that are serving our elderly military veterans?
The first all women #veterans honor flight from #Illinois will take place on October 6th, 2020. @McCormick_Fdn is a proud supporter! If you know a women veteran in that resides in Illinois and served from 1940 - 1975 (did not have to deploy overseas) please let them know!
This PSA from @DeptVetAffairs emphasizes the unique role that National Guard and Reserves have in safeguarding the country, often in crisis situations. Good to see this often overlooked population be highlighted. #BeThere for all #veterans@McCormick_Fdn https://t.co/jwtcOPXtxn
Don’t miss out on incredible entertainment tomorrow evening at Dueling Pianos! Proceeds from this fun event benefit life-changing Veterans programs of The Chicago Lighthouse and @ILJoiningForces . Get your tickets now https://t.co/OMKEfj79BE
An art exhibit in Illinois features work of veterans and raises veteran suicide awareness. If you're in the Peoria area, check it out! https://t.co/tOaFMvZNzn