Attention Local Veterans: Info Event on May 17 at Central Carolina Tech Offers Vital Services

Military veterans, their caregivers, and survivors are invited to a community information event on May 17, 2024. The event is organized by the Veterans Upward Bound Program at Central Carolina Technical College, in partnership with the Veterans Affairs Columbia office. It will be held at the college's main campus from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event targets veterans, caregivers, and survivors from Clarendon, Sumter, Lee counties, and surrounding areas. Participants can register for services including VA disability compensation, pension claims, and benefits for veterans and widows.

Additional services at the event will cover veteran readiness, employment benefits, VHA healthcare with on-site enrollment, and VA National Cemetery Administration memorial benefits. Resources for mental health, housing, and vocational support will also be available.

The venue will include the VA Mobile Vet Center, and a Columbia VAHCS environmental health coordinator will be present. Various community partners will also offer information and assistance.

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