Events - Vietnam Veterans of America Suffolk County

VIETNAM VETERANS
ADVANCE
http://www.vva11.org
Official Publication of Chapter #11, Vietnam Veterans of America, Farmingville, New York
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Events
October, November, December 2013
Oct. 5
Steps for Vets
9:00 am
Golf Course, VAMC, Northport, NY
Oct. 11
Fishing Trip
8:00 am
Celtic Queen, Port Jefferson, NY
Oct 25
General Meeting
8:00 pm
286 Hawkins Road, Centereach, NY
Oct 27
All Carvalheira Dedication
2:00 pm
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Garden
VAMC, Northport, NY
Nov 2
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Garden
9:00 am
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Garden
VAMC, Northport, NY
Nov 8
Wall of Wars Dedication
2:00 pm
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Garden
VAMC, Northport, NY
Nov 9
Dignity Wall Stone Dedication
2:00 pm
Calverton National Cemetery
Nov 10
Veterans Day Ceremony
1:30 pm Line-up
Pinelawn National Cemetery
Nov 11
Veterans Day Ceremony
12:30 pm Line-up
Calverton National Cemetery
Nov 22
General Meeting
8:00 pm
286 Hawkins Road, Centereach, NY
*2nd Wednesday of every month at Calverton National Cemetery 9:45 am NOA Service.
Welcome Home!
2013 - 2014 Officers
Rich Kitson
President
Cell: 942-0105
Clarence Simpson
Home: 447-1271
Vice President
Dave Higgins Secretary
Home: 736-0737
Tony Raiona
Home: 399-0244
Treasurer
Charlie Waters
Home: 751-1886
Assistant Secretary
2012 – 2013 Board of Directors
BRUCE ANTIN
484-4699
FRANK D’AVERSA
265-7525
ROGER GAULDEN
563-1787
BILL HOLOP
243-9148
MIKE WILLIAMS
516-769-8537
JAMES O’DONNELL
516-752-2915
BILL BAESSLER
697-1300
DAVE SINCLAIR
928-9352
Rich Toth
277-0583
Randy Schnittger
516-731-4465
Standing Committees
MEMBERSHIP
Frank D’Aversa
265-7525
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
Rich Kitson
942-0105
FINANCE
Tony Raiona
399-0244
VETERANS AFFAIRS
Dave Higgins
736-0737
Homeless Veterans
Clarence Simpson
447-1271
Nominating
Bill Baessler
697-1300
POW / MIA
James O’Donnell
516-752-2915
Patient Welfare / PTSD
Dave Sinclair/Walter Stobie
928-9352
VETERANS BENEFITS
Ron Romaszka
853-8387
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Roger Gaulden
563-1787
Frank D’Aversa
265-7525
Clarence Simpson
Dave Higgins
MINORITY AFFAIRS
Clarence Simpson
447-1271
WOMEN VETERANS
Maria Miller
399-0244
CONSTITUTION
Bill Baessler
697-1300
Clarence Simpson
447-1271
AVVA LIAISON
Susan Sinclair
928-9352
Nacola Wilson
849-2825
Rose D’Aversa
265-7525
Mary Schnittger
516-731-4465
Jean Palladino
Maria Miller
399-0244
INCARCERATED VETS
Ralph Zanchelli
665-5323
Frank D’Aversa
265-7525
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Clarence Simpson
447-1271
Randy Schnittger
516-731-4465
Agent Orange
Rich Clark
516-924-4471
Bruce Antin
484-4699
Employment &
Business
Randy Schnittger
516-731-4465
Chaplain
Monsignor
Charles R. Fink
St. Philip Neri’s
Rabbi Paul Swerdlow
VA Hospital Chaplain
Chapter 11 Assistance Center & Service Office
State Delegates
Bob Moore
277-8105
Rich Toth
277-0583
Bruce Antin
484-4699
(631) 751-1813
Ad-Hoc Committees
VA Hospital
Rich Kitson
942-0105
Pinelawn
Rich Toth
277-0583
Merchandise Sales
Dave Sinclair
928-9352
Rich Clark
516-924-4471
Newsletter & Photography
Tony Raiona
399-0244
Clarence Simpson/Nacola Wilson
447-1271
849-2825
COLOR GUARD
James O’Donnell
516-752-2915
BALD HILL
Bill Baessler
697-1300
James O’Donnell
516-752-2915
BENEVOLENT
Frank D’Aversa/Dave Sinclair
265-7525
698-9352
Bill Baessler
697-1300
FUND RAISING
Bruce Antin
484-4699
Roger Gaulden
563-1787
VIET VET RIDERS
Tony Raiona
399-0244
CALVERTON
VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT
Dave Higgins 736-0737 Bill Holop
Don Howe
589-1917 243-9148
VETS COURT
Ralph Zanchelli
665-5323
Frank D’Aversa
265-7525
Become a Volunteer at the
Northport VAMC
Volunteers provide many important functions and services throughout the Medical
Center and help make our patients’ stay more enjoyable.
Volunteers can perform a number of services that can match the many skills and
talents which they have with the many VAMC assignments.
Questions? Call Bill Holop, Volunteer Recruiter
VVA Chapter #11 631-243-9148
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NYSC’s Funeral Guide
“When a Veteran Passes Away: A Planning Guide for the Surviving Family” is the
title of a new fact-filled reader-friendly pamphlet put together by the New York
State Council. The booklet contains, among other things, advice on how to apply
for death and burial benefits, including burial in a VA-run national cemetery, how
to arrange funeral honors, as well as a good deal of information specific to family
members who live in New York.
You can download a copy at the State Council’s web site,
http://nyvietnamvets.org/w-a-v-p-a.php
From the President’s Desk . . .
Dear Chapter Members,
The summer was full of VVA events including the Southampton Parade and almost three months of weekly
summer concerts ending with a firework display on August 28th at VAMC Northport. To list all the wonderful
men and women who came out in their Green Jackets to assist veterans from our Community Living Centers
weekly would be virtually impossible in this publication. I will tell you that your efforts and the efforts of the
DAV Transportation Network have resulted in our Chapter being looked upon by many other organizations as
leaders in volunteerism which results in Vets Helping Vets.
The men who work weekly at the Veterans Court have now extended their involvement to not only the Suffolk
County Jail but also to Phoenix House and have shared their success with the leadership in the Bronx VAMC.
That Committee is comprised of ten men and women who wear Green Jackets that are Vets Helping Vets at its
best. Their integrity and power are examples that serve as guidelines for our veterans who have had difficulty
with the law.
The Steps for Homeless Vets took place on the VA golf course and was a success. Once again if I attempt to
name everyone who assisted, I would run the risk of leaving someone out. You know who you are and not only
I, but all Chapter Members thank you for your efforts. The men and women I refer to are all on the second and
third page of this publication. If you wish to be part of something very special when it comes to Vets Helping
Vets simply pick an event on the cover and make a call to any board member, officer, or any committee
member.
The most significant event that will occur for us as a Chapter will be on November 8, 2013 at 2pm behind the
Chapel at the VA Hospital where our Wall of Wars will be unveiled. Jimmy O’Donnell and our Color Guard
will begin the ceremonies not only at this event, but also at Pinelawn and Calverton Veteran Day Ceremonies.
On a personal note, I was very fortunate to have my mother until she almost reached her 90th birthday. She was
no stranger to this chapter because as a Gold Star Mother she attended twenty Breakfasts and got to know many
of you personally. The cards, flowers and well wishes that you have extended, have made a huge impact on
myself and my family. I extend my heartfelt thanks to you all.
See you at our next meeting on October 25, 2013 to discuss the Wall of Wars.
Semper Fi,
Rich Kitson
Wall of Wars
Over the years, the veterans of this country, along with their families have protected us time and
again so that we may live as free people in this country we love. The veterans alive today
understand the sacrifices they have made – and they understand, honor, and respect the
sacrifices of those that served before them. There, in Northport, at the Medical Center, exists a
place of tranquility and safety for our veterans - and for all visitors – to reflect on these
sacrifices and our nation’s great history. In 2009, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Garden was
constructed. Building upon this Memorial Garden and a stage and patio was added in
2011…and now it is time to add the third and final phase of this project:
“The Wall of Wars”.
Spanning from the American Revolution, to today’s global War on Terror, the Wall will include
twelve granite monuments that each depict a period of history in America
Veterans, their families and friends, and visitors of all ages will be able to walk among the
monuments and reflect on the history of this country and those that have served, sacrificed, and
died for the protection of our freedom.
Imagine the veterans visiting, healing, and living at the Medical Center having a place to sit and
quietly reflect on what they and those before them have achieved. Imagine the therapeutic
effects of sharing these reflections with their fellow service members, or their children and
grandchildren. The Wall of Wars will become a place to honor, remember, and educate. In
time, we plan to add features such as audio narratives and smart phone applications to enhance
the visitors experience and highlight the contributions of brave Americans.
The 2013 Non-VA Emergency Care Fact Sheet
Today, July 10, 2013, I received a most interesting "Fact Sheet" from the VA.
The question comes to my mind: "Why did it take the VA 14 years to make these mandatory law facts known to the
Veterans?"
The NON-VA EMERGENCY CARE FACT SHEET covered the issue of emergency care at non-VA facilities for Veterans
receiving VA medical care.
The notice originated March 1, 2013, from the VA Chief Business Office, Purchased Care, Denver, CO, YET; it was bulk
mailed from the VA Health Eligibility Center, Atlanta GA within the last week.
The tone of the notice would indicate that the issue of VA payment of emergency care for VA covered Veterans at private
facilities is new and that the VA is doing us all a favor by informing us of this option.
The truth of the matter is that this issue of VA payment for private provider emergency care of covered Veterans was
mandated by the Veterans Millennium Bill Act of 1999 and has been law since December of that year.
I know this to be fact because I took the VA to the BVA -- and won - on this very issue in the year 2005 when the local
VA Medical Center refused to pay for a billing for emergency coronary care at the local regional coronary care
facility. The BVA ruling was a word-for-word restatement of my appeal arguments and law in support!
However, I note that the VA did incompletely state the facts of this act and law.
COVERED EMERGENCIES:
In the case of ANY (not just VA defined) medical emergency treatment at a private provider the VA must compensate the
provider in full, further; if the Veteran is admitted to hospital directly from the private facility ER, the VA must
compensate the facility for ALL the Veteran's care ER and admitted care. This also includes compensating any
ambulance service involved in the emergency transport.
The law DOES NOT state the mandate is for a condition that the VA defines as emergency, it states that in any situation
in which a "reasonable and prudent person" would believe a medical emergency exists, where the Veteran is transported
to and receives private facility emergency room care, including when the Veteran is admitted to hospital from the ER care,
the VA must compensate for all the services.
COMPENSATION:
This compensation is to be such that the Veteran then owes NOTHING on the bills for the private care.
Under this law the VA's version of "reasonable and customary" billing does not apply, rather; the local area reasonable
and customary billing amount talks precedent -- the amount the insurance companies would reimburse the medical
facilities is what the VA must pay.
VETERANS COVERED:
The so called "Fact Sheet" also leads readers to believe that the coverage only applies to Service Connected Veterans
which is a direct defiance of the law which states that ANY Veteran eligible for VA medical care is covered for
emergency care. This would include Service Connected as well as War Pension covered Veterans, and any Veterans with
medical coverage under any other VA plan.
Incarcerated Veterans Program
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 11, under the leadership of President Richard Kitson and the entire
board.
The team consists of Frank D’Aversa (United States Navy), Clarence Simpson (United States Army), Thomas
Greenwood (United States Army), Franklyn Carle (United States Airforce), Donald Howe (United States
Airforce), Ralph Zanchelli (United States Navy), Fred Callice (PH) (United States Army), and Steven Tillman,
Social Worker, (Northport Veterans Hospital).
Purpose
We let the Veterans know we care about them. We tell them they are our Brothers. They served our Country,
and we served our Country.
Program
1. We supply the Veterans with hand-outs explaining all the benefits available to them.
2. If a Veteran spent any time at the Northport Veterans Hospital, we encourage him to share his
experiences at the Hospital. If we are successful in getting a Veteran to share his experience at the
Hospital, this will encourage other Veterans to contact the Hospital and get the help they so desperately
need.
3. Our next segment is conducted by our Vice President, Clarence Simpson United States Army. Clarence
shares passionately his personal experiences he had when he returned home from Vietnam with the
incarcerated Veterans. He talks to them about the battles he had with drugs, alcohol, and PTSD. He
finishes up by telling them the help he received from the programs at the V.A. Hospital.
4. We introduce Steven Tillman to them, Social Worker at the Northport Veterans Hospital. Steve talks to
them about all programs available to them at the Northport Veterans Hospital.
5. On numerous occasions Judge Jack Toomey, the presiding Judge of Suffolk County’s Veterans Court
will come to the Suffolk County Jail with the incarcerated Vets Team. Judge Toomey gives an overview
to the incarcerated Veterans of ho the Veterans Court operates. After the Judge explains the Vets Court,
he opens up the floor for any questions the incarcerated Veterans may have. He answers every question
with compassion and concern. We could not ask for a better Judge presiding over the Veterans Court.
Judge Jack Toomey is a Vietnam Veteran, United States Army.
6. Throughout the entire session the Veterans are reminded, everything is up to them. They have to reach
out and make the phone calls. The team will try to answer any questions the Veterans may have.
7. We help the Veterans fill out the necessary paperwork they will need to apply for the benefits.
Conclusion
It is our belief, if we help just one of these Veterans, it is all worth it.
Submitted by Ralph Zanchelli
Suffolk County Veteran’s Court
Mentoring Program
Mission Statement:
The Mission of the Veteran’s Mentoring Program is to support the veteran through their readjustment to civilian
life and to act as a friend and ally through this difficult time.
Vision Statement:
The Vision of the Veteran’s Mentoring Program is that “No veteran is left behind.”
Having VVA Chapter 11 veterans participate as mentors is an important part of the Suffolk County Veteran’s
Court, as there is a bond that occurs between veterans around the values that are shared by the military and the
sacrifices that have been made during military service.
The Mentoring Program offers support and encouragement for veterans in the court system by spending one-onone time with the veteran after they appear during the proceedings of the Veteran’s Court. These mentoring
sessions usually do not last longer than 10 minutes and give the veteran the opportunity to bring up concerns
and get feedback and support from another veteran. The Mentor is a resource to the veteran, NOT A
COUNSELOR.
VVA Chapter 11 A.K.A. “The green jackets”, has participated as mentors since the veterans court began in
February of 2011. Currently, we are the only VSO in Suffolk County, NY to volunteer as mentors in this
program. Nine of the veterans in our chapter volunteer in the Mentoring Program. The presiding judge is also a
combat Vietnam veteran and also a life member of VVA Chapter 11. As mentors, we are proud to participate in
the upcoming graduation of 16 veterans that have completed their treatment successfully. There is nothing
more rewarding than seeing a mentee at the VAMC and have him say, “Thanks for caring; thanks for saving my
life”.
Submitted by Frank D’Aversa
IT IS MY DISTINCT HONOUR TO PASS THIS
ALONG.....
You're a 19 year old kid.
You're critically wounded and dying in
the jungle somewhere in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.
It's November 11, 1967.
LZ (landing zone) X-ray.
Your unit is outnumbered 8-1 and the enemy fire is so intense from 100 yards away, that your CO
(commanding officer) has ordered the MedEvac helicopters to stop coming in.
You're lying there, listening to the enemy machine guns and you know you're not getting out.
Your family is half way around the world, 12,000 miles away, and you'll never see them again.
As the world starts to fade in and out, you know this is the day.
Then - over the machine gun noise - you faintly hear that sound of a helicopter.
You look up to see a Huey coming in. But. It doesn't seem real because no MedEvac markings are on it.
Captain Ed Freeman is coming in for you.
He's not MedEvac so it's not his job, but he heard the radio call and decided he's flying his Huey down into the
machine gun fire anyway.
Even after the MedEvacs were ordered not to come. He's coming anyway.
And he drops it in and sits there in the machine gun fire, as they load 3 of you at a time on board.
Then he flies you up and out through the gunfire to the doctors and nurses and safety.
And, he kept coming back!! 13 more times!!
Until all the wounded were out. No one knew until the mission was over that the Captain had been hit 4 times
in the legs and left arm.
He took 29 of you and your buddies out that day. Some would not have made it without the Captain and his
Huey.
Medal of Honor Recipient, Captain Ed Freeman, United States Air Force, died last Wednesday at the age of 70,
in Boise , Idaho
May God Bless and Rest His Soul.
I bet you didn't hear about this hero's passing, but we've sure seen a whole bunch about Lindsay Lohan, Tiger
Woods and the bickering of congress over Health Reform.
Medal of Honor Winner Captain Ed Freeman
Shame on the media!!!
Now... YOU pass this along.
Honor this real hero.
Please.
Submitted by : Chaplain Paul Swerdlow, VAMC, Northport, NY
DEDICATON TO
AL CARVALHEIRA
Summer Concert
Series
Arrival of
Vietnam Veterans
Wall of Wars Panel
Vietnam Veterans
Information Day
STEPS FOR HOMELESS VETS
Agent Orange Overview
Many Vietnam veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange continue to experience health problems related to
their exposure, but not all of them are able to claim disability benefits through the Department of Veterans’
Affairs (VA). Although a recent VA ruling is making compensation more accessible for those with Parkinson’s
disease, ischemic heart disease and hairy cell leukemia, there are still thousands whose illnesses are not
considered service-connected by VA.
For many Navy and Coast Guard vets, the problem in proving their health problems are related to their military
service begins with their off-shore duty. Because Agent Orange (AO), a blend of toxic herbicides used to
remove leaves from trees that provided cover for enemy forces, was predominantly sprayed over jungles, the
VA presumes services connection only for those who can prove they had “boots on the ground” or served on
inland rivers. Many veterans who served on ships off the coast of Vietnam, so called “blue water” veterans,
were exposed to the chemical when planes over-sprayed their ships or shifting winds blew the toxins seaward,
but their service does not automatically provide presumptive status for AO-related illnesses.
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Help Locate POWs, MIAs
The Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office’s (DPMO) mission is to resolve cases of personnel who are still
unaccounted for from past wars and to help find and recover remains, if possible. Rod Millner, is an
intelligence research analyst for DPMO, is asking veterans to contact him if they have any information on the
whereabouts of missing service members from World War II.
Sometimes veterans kept journals which have this information about friends who were killed in action (KIA),
but they don’t think it’s useful to anyone. Veterans who have such knowledge are encouraged to contact
DPMO with information that could lead to the recovery of that Soldier or Sailor’s remains. You can also call
Mr. Millner at 703-699-1268 or e-mail him at [email protected]. To learn more, visit the DPMO web
page at www.dtic.mil/dpmo.
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WE NEED YOU IN THE VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY AND DUES
Open to any Vietnam Era Veteran who served in the U.S. Armed Forces for purposes other than
training during the period from February 28, 1961 to May 7, 1975.
NOTE: Reservists who were on Active Duty for Training are NOT eligible for Veterans Status according to the U.S.
Department of Veterans Affairs.
ANNUAL MEMBERS:
 INDIVIDUAL MEMBER An Annual Dues Paying Member Who is a Vietnam Era Veteran. (IMD)
 ASSOCIATE MEMBER An Annual Dues Paying Member Who is NOT a Vietnam Era Veteran. (ASO)
LIFE MEMBERSHIP:
 LIFE MEMBER
A Vietnam Era Veteran who has fully paid his/her life member dues. (LMP)
 LIFE MEMBER TIME PAYMENT A Vietnam Era Veteran who is on a time payment plan to become a
Fully Paid Life Member. Time payment plan must be completed in a twelve month period. (LMT)
 ASSOCIATE LIFE MEMBER PAID An Associate member who has fully paid his/her life member dues. (ALP)
 ASSOCIATE LIFE MEMBER TIME PAYMENT An Associate member who is on a time payment plan to become a Fully
Paid Associate Life Member. Time payment plan must be completed in a twelve month period. (LMT)
DUES:
Annual Dues are $ 20.00 per year for individual or associate members OR
$ 50.00 for a 3 Year Membership (You save $10.00)
LIFE MEMBER PAYMENTS, BASED UPON YOUR CURRENT AGE, Are As Follows:
49 and Under $250.00
NOTE:
Proof of Age Must Accompany All
50 to 55
$225.00
Life Member Applications.
56 to 60
61 to 65
66 and Over
$200.00
$175.00
$150.00
DD214 MUST ACCOMPANY ALL APPLICATIONS
FOR VIETNAM VETERANS
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
 I am a Vietnam Era Veteran – Copy of DD214 is Required
 DUES $ 20.00 or $ 50.00
 I am NOT a Vietnam Era Veteran, but would like to be an Associate Member of VVA
 Renewal of Membership
 Address Change (Indicate Changes Below)
LIFE MEMBERSHIP:
 VIETNAM ERA VETERAN
 ASSOCIATE
 I wish to contribute and to be kept informed. Enclosed is my contribution of $____________
Name ________________________________ Telephone____________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City _________________________________ State _______ Zip_____________
Email ____________________________
Questions? Call (631) 751-1813
Please make your check or money order payable to: Vietnam Veterans of AmericaMail to: VVA Chapter
11, PO Box 518, Farmingville, NY 11738-0518
MEMBERSHIP
All Are Welcome
Membership is open to both men and women.
Friends, supporters, and families.
We encourage associate membership.
If you served in the U.S. Armed Forces anytime from February
28, 1961 to May 7, 1975, you are eligible for membership in
Vietnam Veterans of America.
Dues are $ 20.00 per year.
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VIETNAM VETERANS
OF AMERICA
CHAPTER 11
SERVICES & PROGRAMS
TIMOTHY DUFFY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Annual scholarship for dependents of Vietnam veterans.
SSGT. ALAN F. SCHAEFER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Annual scholarship for Vietnam era veterans.
POW/MIA REMEMBERANCE SCHOLARSHIP
Annual scholarship for Vietnam era veterans, their dependents
and Chapter 11 members.
AGENT ORANGE INFORMATION
POW/MIA INFORMATION
SOCIAL & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
QUARTERLY “Interchange” NYS PUBLICATION
MONTHLY “Veteran” NATIONAL PUBLICATION
QUARTERLY “Vietnam Veterans Advance” NEWSLETTER
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Web Site Addresses
Veterans Employment & Training Services
www.dol.gov/vets
Governor’s Program to Hire Disabled Vets
www.cs.state.ny.us
N.Y.S. Dept. of Labor Workforce NY
www.labor.state.ny.us
Helping Young Vets In Employment (Senator Craig)
http://veterans.senate.gov
Public Law 107-288 – Jobs for Veterans Act
www.hirevetsfirst.org
Helmets to Hard Hats
www.helmetstohardhats.org
Center for Minority Affairs
www.va.gov/centerforminorityveterans
Gravesite Locator
http://gravelocator.cem.va.gov
New York State Council Web Site
www.NYVietnamVets.org
Vietnam Vets Donation Pickup
www.WePickUp.com
Community Directory
VA Regional Office
(212)
VA Medical Center-Northport
(631)
Suffolk County Dept. of Labor
Hauppauge
(631)
Babylon
(631)
Riverhead
(631)
NYS Dept. of Labor – OVOPs
Hicksville
(516)
Hauppauge
(631)
Patchogue
(631)
Riverhead
(631)
Small Business Administration
(631)
Woman’s Coalition – 24 Hrs.
(631)
Suffolk Cty. Veterans Service Agency
Hauppauge
(631)
Riverhead
(631)
NYS Div.of Veterans Affairs
(631)
Northport VA Medical Center
(631)
Response ( 24 Hours)
(631)
Alcoholics Anonymous
(631)
Al-Anon / Al-Ateen
(631)
Gamblers Anonymous
(631)
Parents Anonymous
(800)
Narcotics Anonymous
(718)
Pot / Pills Anonymous
(631)
Child Abuse
(800)
Domestic Violence
(800)
Newsletter Fax
(631)
(631)
Vietnam Vets Donation Pick Up
(631)
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661-8600
284-6100
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758-7712
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V A Benefits
Education ( GI Bill)
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Life Insurance
Mammography Helpline
Special Issues
Status of Headstones & Markers
TDD for the Deaf
1-800-827-1000
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1-877-222-8387
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1-888-492-7844
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Bags  Executive Gifts  Key Tags
Computer Accessories
Travel & Gift Items and much more!
Full
Service Advertising
Where
Brochures  Radio  Web Sites  Television
Direct Mail  Ads  Creative Service
One & Full Color Printing and much more!
Rich De Clemente
Enchanted Flower
Shoppe
Where Flowers
Meet the Heart
1250 Old Nichols Road
Islandia, NY 11749
631-234-1403
800-442-5208
Fax 631-610-4519
Associate Member of VVA 11
Proud To Support Our Veterans And
All Our Troops Around The World!
http://EnchantedFlowers.com
Special Discounts to all Veterans
and Their Families
[email protected]
Bouquets Center Pieces
Weddings
Gourmet Fruit Baskets Proms Sweet 16’s
If you need to promote your business or special event…
Contact me anytime, and any day of the week
516-381-5664
Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party Arrangements
Baby Showers Sympathy Arrangements
Chapter 11 Members
Receive a Discount
[email protected]
SULLIVAN & KEHOE, LLP
Attorneys at Law
O.B. Davis Funeral Homes
Port Jefferson Station, Miller Place, Centereach
(631) 473-0360
Gregory C. Muller
NYS Licensed Funeral Director
Advanced Planning Counselor
We Specialize in
Veterans Disability Benefit Claims
at the U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs
&
Social Security Disability and
Supplemental Security Income
Claims
Over 50 Years Combined Experience
Michael T. Sullivan, Esq.
Proud Vietnam Veteran
44 Main Street
1.800.395.7830
Main Office
Kings Park, NY
631.269.1515
Offices Also Located in Riverhead, Manhattan, and Mineola
Services & Information Available:

Price Guaranteed Prearranged Funerals

VVA Chapter 11 Affinity Relationship 10%
Discount

Planning Ahead Workshops

Veterans Burial Benefits

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Irrevocable Medicaid Trusts
Grief Management Library
Homeless Veterans Burial Program
Dignity Memorial hosts ten locations in Suffolk County and
seven locations in Nassau County.
Greg is a Lifetime Associate Member of
Chapter 11
Call him today at 631.664.4625
*New York State law mandates that all contracts for prearranged funeral
agreements executed by applicants for or recipients of supplemental social
security income or medical assistance be irrevocable.
Meeting Place
Brookhaven Town
Parks &
Recreation Bldg.
286 Hawkins Rd.
Centereach, NY
Day & Time
4th Friday of each
Month
8:00 PM
If you were in Vietnam
or served during the
Vietnam years, you
know what it was like.
You also know what it’s
been like since you got
home, right?
The
problems, the hassles,
trying to explain to
people
who
didn’t
understand or care.
We know. That’s why
the Vet Center was
set up.
116 W. Main Street
Babylon, NY 11702
(631) 661-3930
MEETING
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Next General Meeting
will be held on the
th
4 Friday
At 8:00 PM at the Bald Hill Chalet
VVA Meetings are open to the public: Spouse, friends and supporters of
Vietnam and Vietnam-Era Veterans. We urge all to attend.
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VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
Chapter # 11
POST OFFICE BOX 518
VIETNAM MEMORIAL LANE
FARMINGVILLE, NY 11738-0518
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
Farmingville, NY 11738
Permit No. 18
Forwarding and Return
Postage Guaranteed
“We Served Our Country When it was Popular To Say No”