DEPARTMENT OF NH VFW AUXILIARY
Kim Copson
NH VFW Aux President
Kim’s Theme: “CHALLENGING THE NEEDS OF OUR VETERANS”
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The entwined stems of the flowers are reminiscent of a caduceus (insignia modeled on Hermes’s staff in Greek mythology and used as the symbol of the medical profession) representing Kim’s Dad’s service as a Medic in the U.S. ArmyThe roses are reminiscent of Kim’s Mom’s favorite flower, a yellow rose.
The wings represent Kim’s Mom and Dad, who are now angels, watching over her .
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Colors: Yellow and Purple: Purple in homage to Kim’s Dad’s service as a Medic in the U.S. Army. Purple represents bravery and yellow represents challenge.
The yellow is in remembrance of Kim’s Mother’s favorite flower, the yellow rose.
Special Project: HELPING HOMELESS VETERANS
Nov 2023 Department Special Project
VFW Aux Cookbook Flyer submit by Jan 6 SP
Submit by Jan 6 Blank Recipe Cards SP
Oct 2023 Department Special Project
Aug 30, 2023 Department Special Project Pampered Chef
August 2023 Department Special Project
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
I hope this message finds you well!We understand that budgets are especially challenging today. Which is why we wanted to provide you with opportunities to partner with us in 2024, to help us serve those who have served us. A brief explanation about what we do:Liberty House serves two groups of Veterans. First, we walk alongside our resident Veterans as they progress through our action-oriented, sober, 4-Step transitional program and transition to independence.Since 2004, we have served over 400 resident Veterans. Unfortunately, the need continues to increase.Second, we serve community Veterans by providing basic necessities, such as:
- Food
- Clothing
- Toiletries
- Bus Passes
- Gas Cards
- Information and Referrals
Each month we serve between 90 and 110 individual community Veterans and have over 400 Veterans registered with our pantry. Again, we have seen the need continue to increase. Our dedicated team hosts several events annually to raise funding in support of our mission.
Below are our 2024 events:
- Roaring 20’s, 20th Anniversary April 6th
- Touch-a-Truck May 18th
- Fore The Veterans Golf Tournament June 27th
- Veterans Day Breakfast November 9th
- Annual Christmas Tree Jubilee December 12th & 13th
If one or more of these opportunities excite you please connect with us and we can provide additional information. Thank you for your consideration!Best,Jeff NelsonExecutive Directorjeff@libertyhousenh.org
Sept 27, 2023 VBOC Symposium flyer
Sept 21, 2023 Farmers Market Flyer
08-04-2023 Laconia Night of Fun
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From: Heather Sparano <heather.a.sparano@nhvh.nh.gov>
Date: 7/26/23 9:35 AM (GMT-05:00)
To: Madeline Dreusicke <madelinelavfw@aol.com>
Subject: Volunteers Needed Thurs Aug 3rd 5pm – 8pm
Just FYI, we are still looking for Volunteer help here with Cruise Night on Thursday, August 3rd 5pm-8pm. Please sign-up via our volunteer web portal MyVolunteerPage – Login (betterimpact.com). Or simply send me an email with the names of the folks who want to help. More info:
The New Hampshire Veterans Home will host our annual car show, “Cruise Night” on Thursday, August 3rd in our outdoor back lot /pavilion. In addition to an amazing display of classic vehicles, this event will also include music, games and much more! Volunteers are needed for various event tasks such as selling raffle tickets, tallying votes, parking, etc. **But, we especially need volunteers to partner up with Residents to push them around the lot to see the cars, enjoy some food / music and cast their votes. A trip around with a Resident takes about 30 mins. Since it’s only a 2-hour show from 6pm-8pm, we need a very large number of extra hands to help get our Residents around. For more information contact Megan Row, megan.e.rowe@nhvh.nh.gov.
Heather A. Sparano
Volunteer Services Program Assistant
New Hampshire Veterans Home
603.527.4837
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I am writing to you as Operation Care for Troops is preparing for the August Care Package shipment to deployed troops. In August OCT expects to send care packages to 650 to 700 deployed troops. Of those, 294 are deployed NHNG Troops in the middle east and 215 deployed elsewhere. In September OCT will support Harbor Cares “Veterans’ Stand Down” with requested items as well as 75 product bags geared to homeless & in-transition Veterans in NH.
Further, OCT is responding to many special requests from units. Recently, a special request from the NH National Guard with care packages filled with Hydration Drink Mix, protein bars and protein snacks. For Operation Care for Troops to continue, we are in need of funds for shipping care packages ($21.20 per box) and funds to purchase product. Donations can be mailed to:Operation Care for TroopsPO Box 1604Nashua, NH 03061OCT accepts PayPal. Link is below.https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=7iMiYvxaE4Ypm3nb6AAFr6TTzDbNyI5LC0aSjM0miFZNsieo5F8e5qVrtnz_eboTvXaz0x2O3gVJw_CNAttached is a recent thank you from NHNG from OCT’s April packing. More thank you’s and packing events can be view on our FB page – https://www.facebook.com/OCTNHPlease contact me with any questions. Thank you for your continued support of OCT and our troops,Deborah LuszeyOperation Care for Troops603-321-5541
Carla Martinez
National President
2023-2024
Theme: “Banding Together for Our Veterans”
2023 National Home Joint Special Project
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MEMBERLSHIP SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
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Good morning, Everyone – A listing of the dates and times for the training on the New Reporting System was announced in the November General Orders. There was one spot where the place was “To Be Determined”. That spot has now been secured and will be held on Saturday, November 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Berlin Auxiliary. The full list of training sessions is:
Please contact Department JVP Tracy Kelley with any questions. Tracy’s contact information is: tracyk372@yahoo.com or 603/305-7003.
Thank you.
Linda K. Meader
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