The Express, a WestCare Publication
By VETcare Oregon Staff This month, we kicked off our 1st Annual Veterans’ Mental Health Summit at the Oregon National Guard Readiness Center in Dallas, Oregon. The Willamette Health Council and Deer Hollow Recovery graciously helped us host this event for our local heroes and community partners. It was a privilege to learn about the […]
By VETcare Oregon Staff Last month, we had the opportunity to work with an amazing community partner, from Dallas, OR! Owner of Red Clover Public House Matt Hinshaw and Pitmaster Chuck Armstrong graciously visited us to deliver 35 lbs of smoked briskets to our Veterans! To complement the brisket, our kitchen staff fixed up delicious […]
In late 2023, the Lied STEM Academy Robotics Team, sponsored by WestCare Nevada, embarked on an exciting journey in the realm of Vex Robotics competitions. Their dedication and hard work paid off as they triumphed in two major competitions. Securing a commendable 3rd place in the first event, they soared to an impressive 1st place […]
Employees and Program of the Year are given out annually to Guidance/Care Center employees who have shown outstanding service to GCC and residents of the Florida Keys. Their performance has been above and beyond what is normally expected in day-to-day service and demonstrate leadership and teamwork. Key Largo Employee of the Year Denise Costa, Office […]
By David Rosynsky, WestCare’s DEI Staff Workgroup Recently, while browsing in a department store, a sales associate asked about my Thanksgiving plans. I mentioned keeping it low-key, prompting her to ask why, and about my family size. I found myself thinking, “Who is this, Barbara Walters?” In an effort to end the exchange I shared […]
By VETcare Oregon Staff Justin is a Native American U.S. Marine Corps Veteran who served from 2001-2005. He was stationed at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar 2002- 2004 and MCAS Iwakuma, Japan from 2004-2005 as an Administration Clerk. He was awarded the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Global War on […]
By Chanel Harris, CTI Manager Four weeks ago, our Veterans received generous donations of jackets from Honoring Heroes founder Mark Buchholz! Honoring Heroes has been an active community partner here in the Salem community. Mark, who is a Veteran himself, started this non profit organization as a way to dedicate themselves to assisting Veterans, active […]
By VETcare Oregon Staff Because Thanksgiving is the time to give back to our communities, the Oregon National Guard’s Service Member and Family Support program dropped by our VETcare office to deliver Thanksgiving food boxes for our fellow Veterans. Thank you to Stephanie Torres for dropping them off for us to distribute! Each box contained […]
By Chanel Harris, CTI Manager Last month, we received a visit from an amazing motorcycle group, Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA)! The Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (CVMA) is a motorcycle association made up of Veterans from all military branches. Altogether, there are various chapters across the United States. Chapter 4, in particular, visited our facility […]
By VETcare HVRP Staff Back in September, our VETcare Staff attended the Mid-Willamete Veterans Stand Down at the Salem YMCA. The Mid-Willamette Veterans Stand Down is an event that is always held for our fellow Veterans seeking the services that they need. Whether it’s suffering from homelessness, seeking food security or assistance with Social Security […]