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The NYS Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) connects NY’s Veterans, Military Families, and Service Members with benefits, services and support.
Big thanks to the East Aurora Bee for covering Mind Matters: A Chat & Chew—a free Jan. 29 virtual conversation on brain health, aging & Alzheimer’s risk from the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services.
Register 👉 tinyurl.com/2tek3dhd
January 17, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Seen on Spectrum News: Healing Haven for Military Spouses — a new NYSDVS peer-support program designed for the realities of military life.
Next session: Mon., Jan. 19 at 7 p.m.
Learn more: spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/capital-...
#ServingAllWhoServed #SpectrumNews
New program supports New York's military spouses
Military life brings frequent movers, interrupted careers, and emotional strain for families.
spectrumlocalnews.com
January 17, 2026 at 2:02 AM
Looking out for your brain is part of looking out for your future.
📅 Jan. 29 | 🧠 Chat & Chew: Mind Matters
A one-hour virtual discussion on cognition, aging & Alzheimer’s risk — blending science, lived experience & practical guidance.
🕐 1–2 PM ET | 🎙 Dr. Lessie Branch
🔗 Reg: tinyurl.com/2tek3dhd
January 16, 2026 at 12:02 AM
🇺🇸⚓️ Honoring U.S. Navy WWII Veteran Arthur Grabiner on his recent 100th birthday.
A Pacific Theater Sailor aboard the USS Laurens, his service included the Invasion of Lingayen Gulf and the Battle of Okinawa.
A century of service, duty & inspiration.
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS #GreatestGeneration
January 12, 2026 at 3:12 PM
☕ Veterans Only | February Free Event
Early Risers Coffee Club for Livingston County Veterans! 🇺🇸
📍 Brian’s USA Diner, Mt. Morris
📅 Feb 16 | ⏰ 8 AM
Seats are limited—request yours today:
www.livcovets.com/event-detail...
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
January 9, 2026 at 1:24 PM
🧠 Mind Matters: Brain Health, Aging & Alzheimer’s Risk
DVS invites all who served, Military Families & caregivers to a free virtual Chat & Chew on Jan 29 (1–2 PM ET).
🎙 Moderated by Dr. Lessie Branch
👉 Register: tinyurl.com/2tek3dhd
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS #MindMatters #BrainHealth
January 7, 2026 at 9:52 PM
🇺🇸 Serving All Who Served in Western New York
DVS is hosting a Veteran Benefit Fair at Lockport Elks Lodge #41. Learn about benefits, get 1-on-1 help from Veterans Benefits Advisor Rob Stutz & enjoy complimentary food in a relaxed setting.
📅 Jan 14 | 6 PM
📍 Lockport, NY
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
January 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Supporting Veterans — and the pets who stand by them 🐾🐕‍🦺🐈‍⬛
@petsofthehomeless.bsky.social offers pet food and emergency veterinary care for pets of people experiencing homelessness.
PetsoftheHomeless.org | 775-841-7463
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
January 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
🇺🇸 Stars, Stripes & Stand Up!
A comedy fundraiser for Veterans is happening this Saturday, January 10, 2026, at American Legion Post 1796 in New Windsor.
Doors open at 2 PM | Show starts at 3 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 | 18+ event
Learn more: funny4funds.com/events.
January 6, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Military spouses carry invisible burdens— & too often, they carry them alone.
Healing Haven for Military Spouses offers free, confidential, peer-led support & community.
🗓 Jan 5 | 7 PM ET | Zoom
👉 Register:
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS #MilitaryFamilies
January 3, 2026 at 5:20 PM
Free Mental Health First Aid training for Veterans & military families on Jan. 10, 2026, in Saugerties.
Evidence-based tools to recognize challenges and respond with care.
Call 📞 845-481-4004 to reserve your place, limited spots available!
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
January 2, 2026 at 4:42 PM
🎉 Happy New Year from the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services!
Wishing you a year filled with health, happiness, and new beginnings as we continue Serving All Who Served across New York State.
#HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 #ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
January 1, 2026 at 2:47 AM
🏠 Affordable housing in NYC starts with good info!
Join a free Jan. 20 webinar on how to use NYC Housing Connect, hosted by the Office of Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.
🗓 Jan. 20, 2026 | 6 PM
🔗 www.queensbp.nyc.gov/rsvp
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS #AffordableHousing
December 30, 2025 at 8:54 PM
📣 Join us for NY’s Beloved Community Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., an evening of music featuring Grammy Award nominee Melvin Crispell III, with performances by Gwen Laster & Taina Asili.
📅 Jan. 14, 2026 | 5:30 PM
📍 Empire State Plaza Convention Center, Albany. More details below! 👇👇
December 30, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Veterans are invited to a complimentary Christmas meal hosted by the Albany County Veterans Service Bureau at the Albany Elks Lodge.🎄🎅❤️
📍 25 S. Allen St, Albany
🕧 Doors 12:30 PM | 🍽️ Meal 1 PM
🚨Register by Dec. 23:
🔗 albanycountyny.gov/veterans/events
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
December 22, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Planning the next mission for Operation Baby!
DVS Veterans Benefits Advisor 2 Robert Cherry met with Albany County Veterans Service Bureau Director Scott Leslie at their new Albany HQ to coordinate continued support for Military Families with infants & young children.
#NYSDVS #ServingAllWhoServed
December 19, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🎁 Supporting Military Families
Today, DVS is onsite at the 3rd Annual Toy Giveaway & Pantry Distribution at American Legion Post 483 in Rosedale, Queens. DVS VBA 2 Vadim Panasyuk will be distributing FreshConnect checks, helping Military Families access fresh, healthy food!
December 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
🇺🇸 Holiday Community Spotlight: Oneonta Veterans Outreach Center
A look at the Oneonta Veterans Outreach Center’s Sunday Christmas Dinner, where Veterans and families came together for connection, comfort, and holiday cheer — with Santa stopping by to add to the joy! 🎅
December 16, 2025 at 9:34 PM
🎅🎄📸 Holiday fun for Military Families in the Hudson Valley!
Hosted & sponsored by the Hudson Valley National Center for Veteran Reintegration, this festive event includes free photos with Santa, hot chocolate, crafts & story time.
🗓 Sat., Dec. 13 ⏰ 12–3 PM
📍 Saugerties
#NYSDVS #ServingAllWhoServed
December 12, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Proud to join Dixon Center last night to honor leaders improving the lives of Veterans & Military Families.
🏅Congrats to @bvsj_inc, Bob McCann, Jason Gray & NVSBC for strengthening opportunity, dignity & support for all who served.
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS #DixonCenter
December 10, 2025 at 4:06 PM
📣🇺🇸 NYSDVS & MJHS teamed up for new medical provider tools to help clinicians better support those who served.
Resources include a pocket card, clinical guide & implementation guide. Printed copies available by emailing: Benjamin.Pomerance@veterans.ny.gov.
#NYSDVS #MJHS #ServingAllWhoServed
December 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM
🇺🇸📸 Women Who Served are invited to a free professional headshot event hosted by the New York State Department of Veterans’ Services.
📅 December 19, 10AM–2PM
📍 St. Albans Community Living Center, Jamaica, NY
RSVP: WomenVets@veterans.ny.gov
#NYSDVS #ServingAllWhoServed
December 8, 2025 at 10:05 PM
🎄 Salute Saturday: Ornament-Making Event!
Our friends at Heroes, Cowboys & Companions are hosting a festive gathering for Active Duty, all who served, First Responders & families, details below & in flyer:
📍 Pine Bush | Dec 20 | 10 AM–1 PM
👉 RSVP by Dec 15
📞 845-869-5336
📧 heroesandcowboys@gmail.com
December 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM
🇺🇸🎂 Honoring WWII Veteran William “Bill” Gosch for his 102nd birthday!
Niagara County has officially declared Dec. 8 as Bill Gosch Day & we’re proud to help share the news. Happy birthday sir & thank you for your service!
👉 tinyurl.com/u69bfubm
#NYSDVS #ServingAllWhoServed
December 6, 2025 at 3:05 PM
🇺🇸 📣 Service Shoutout: CMVNY Veterans Service Agency
DVS proudly recognizes Director Andrea Molina and her dedicated team, serving under Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard.
Thank you for ensuring all who served in Mount Vernon feel valued and supported!
#ServingAllWhoServed #NYSDVS
December 5, 2025 at 8:05 PM