Wayne County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs

01/22/2025

A message from Wayne County Veterans Affairs, Director:
There is part of a folk song that goes: “For everything there is a season, A time to sow and a time to Reap. A time to laugh and a time to cry”. This post includes all of those seasons!!
I have recently announced my retirement! My last official day of work will be 24 January 2025. It has been an honor to serve our Wayne County Veterans!! This job has taken me on a journey that I could not have imagined traveling four years ago! I have grown immensely as an individual and a Veteran because of it. I thank each Veteran and family member that I had the privilege of meeting! You will all be missed!!
Until my replacement has been found, the office will be open on Tuesday’s only. It will be staffed by a Veteran Service Officer from the DMVA.
Until we meet again – “Carry On”
Sincerely,
Vicki Wargo (Director 2021-2025)

06/12/2024

A very special Thank You going out to Kim Erickson for the enormous amount of time and energy that she spent in giving both Wayne County and Pennsylvania our very first monument honoring Women Veterans!! Kim, we salute you!! Thank you to all the female Veterans out there today, on Women's Veterans Day!! Sincerely, Vicki

On June 12, 2018, Representative Neave, together with the Veterans Women’s Enterprise Center, hosted the first official Women Veterans Day in Texas.

06/06/2024

On this most somber of days, let us give a special salute to Pennsylvania's very own Bloody Bucket Brigade! Their sacrifices have not been forgotten, nor have they been in vain. RIP

On June 6, 1944, Allied soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy, France which was chosen because of the range of air cover, and it was shortest distance from Great Britain.

11/09/2023

A sincere THANK YOU!! to all who served, or are currently serving, and the families that stand behind them. Our nation appreciates your sacrifice!!

Veterans Day Appreciation! Discounts, Freebies and Free Events! U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs sent this bulletin at 11/06/2023 09:37 PM EST is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. VIEW/SHARE | EVENTS | WELCOME KIT | PODCAST Happy Veterans W...

08/30/2023

Attention all Gulf War Veterans!! Have you enrolled in VA Healthcare?

The PACT Act’s special enrollment period deadline is approaching. Here's what you need to know.

06/30/2023

Please be mindful, that to many Veterans, fireworks are more traumatic than bright and beautiful! Have a safe and happy July 4th holiday! Thank You!

Fireworks are used to celebrate many events, from holidays to music concerts and sports. Even though fireworks are meant to entertain us, it is not uncommon for the sounds, intense light or smells to cause distress. Those who have gone through a trauma that included explosions, gunfire, loud noises or fire may be more likely to find fireworks to be a reminder—a trigger or cue—of such past events.

Some examples of distress you may feel include:

- Strong reactions to the sound of fireworks (or ceremonial gun or cannon fire)
- Strong reactions to flashing lights common with fireworks
- Feeling numb or emotionally distant during celebrations

Learn tips to manage symptoms or host an event that is sensitive to those who are affected by fireworks.

Visit:
https://www.ptsd.va.gov/understand/what/fireworks_ptsd.asp

06/27/2023

REMEMBER: IT TAKES A STRONG / BRAVE PERSON TO ASK FOR HELP!! TOGETHER, WE CAN FIGHT YOUR DEMONS AND WIN.

PTSD Awareness Day is observed every year on June 27th and its purpose is to spread awareness of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and better understand the causes and symptoms. Veterans need to know they can get free support and treatment for PTSD.

06/14/2023

Happy Birthday to all Army Soldiers and Veterans!!

The official birthday of the United States Army is June 14th, 1775. The Army birthday is often celebrated with a traditional Army Birthday Ball.

05/24/2023

The Wayne County Planning/GIS Department hosts the first of three public meetings to review progress on the Comprehensive Plan Update, underway since 2022. The consultants, Shepstone Management and Woodland Design Associates, have been collecting current data and reports on demographics, economic development, housing, transportation and more in preparation for the plan. Now they are seeking more public input so bring your questions, comments and concerns.

05/12/2023

With the official ending of the Pandemic today, there are changes in VA Healthcare.

With the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency expiring on May 11, some of VA’s pandemic-related authorities will expire as well.

01/27/2023

On this day of 27 January let us honor the memory of all the Vietnam Veterans that didn't come home and to assist those that did come home in their ongoing struggles to heal!!
For far to many Veterans, their war has not ended!! We salute you all!!

The United States, South Vietnam, Viet Cong and North Vietnam formally sign “An Agreement Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam” in Paris. Due to South

01/10/2023

If your non-profit organziation is planning an event in the coming year, anywhere in Wayne County, the Hotel Tax Grant program provides funding to promote your event. Learn more about it at The Settlers Inn this Thursday from 5 to 7 pm. The County Commissioners encourage new applicants.