Official account of Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. Providing support, care, advocacy and service to veterans and their families. 800-MICH-VET (800-642-4838)
A Grand Haven Vetacon event is being held at Central Park Place on November 1st from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. There will be live entertainment, concessions, vendors and more!
The John Fornetti Dental Center is offering a day of free dental care for veterans at their facility in Iron Mountain on Saturday, November 9th. The event will be on a first come, first served basis with a choice of one free cleaning, filling or extraction.
Come join our team as the Strategic Outreach Division Administrator! The Strategic Outreach Division is responsible for the agency's strategic planning, outreach, claims/benefits, VSO training, and more.
To learn more or to apply, please visit:
Wayne County Treasurer's Office will be hosting the 8th annual Veterans resource Fair at Crystal Gardens on November 21st. Scan the QR code below to learn more about the event and to register.
VFW Post 4037 presents a Veteran Mental Health Symposium on Saturday, October 26th, in Troy. A panel of veterans will discuss their mental health journey from deployment through today & their experiences with the VA.
A Veterans Health Fair will be held on Saturday, October 9th, at the Foucault-Funke American Legion Post 444 in Baraga. Health screenings and benefit enrollment assistance will be available.
A Michigan Veteran Harm Reduction Summit - Exploring the Relationship between Medication and Suicide is being held on October 15th at the VFW National Home in Eaton Rapids. To learn more or to register, scan the QR code below.
The Oakland Community Health Network presents a Men's Veterans Peer Support Group every third Tuesday of each month at CNS Healthcare - Michigan in Waterford Township. For more information, scan the QR code below.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued a proclamation recognizing Oct. 11, as Native American Veterans Day in Michigan. This day honors the remarkable contributions of Native American veterans, who have served with exceptional courage, valor, and loyalty in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Come out this Sunday, October 13th, to the Walk 2 Remember event. This is a free event with commemorative event shirts available for purchase.
Scan the QR code below to register!
Oct. 10th is World Mental Health Day, which gives us the chance to raise awareness of mental health issues in our communities. MVAA works every day to ensure that Michigan veterans and their families have access to the mental health support they may need.
Today is World Mental Health Day. Take some time for self-care, reach out to friends and family or make an appointment to speak with someone about anything you may be facing.
You are not alone.
For the Veterans Crisis Line, dial 988 then press 1.
Join Out Side In for a Veterans Coffee and Donuts event this Friday, October 11th, from 8-10 a.m., at 12511 152nd Ave, Grand Haven.
Out Side In provides service for veteran's suffering from PTSD, transition stress and other emotional and mental health issues.
Allegan County Veteran Services presents a free veteran stand down event on Thursday, October 17th, at First Baptist Church. Resources, surplus items, meals and support services will be available.
Thank you to
@meijer
for donating 200 tubes of red lipstick to this year's Women Veterans Conference! 💄Attendees enjoyed honoring the brave women that served in World War II.
During World War II, red lipstick became a symbol of hope and defiance against the Nazi regime.
A Michigan Veteran Harm Reduction Summit - Exploring the Relationship between Medication and Suicide is being held on October 15th at the VFW National Home in Eaton Rapids. To learn more or to register, scan the QR code below.
The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) hosted their third annual Women Veterans Conference last week in Novi. More than 180 women veterans from across the state gathered to learn about resources, create lifelong connections and share their stories.
Interview online with top companies and government agencies seeking military-experienced talent! A virtual military-friendly job fair is taking place Thursday, October 17th, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.