Alex Ortiz - Director of Veteran Services

Alex Ortiz - Director of Veteran Services Director of Veteran Services for Randolph and Milton, MA. Combat veteran, lawyer, and advocate.

Here to provide accessible, bilingual support for our veteran community and their families.

So incredibly proud to have participated in a grave marker dedication for Private Benjamin Kennedy, a Revolutionary War ...
08/25/2025

So incredibly proud to have participated in a grave marker dedication for Private Benjamin Kennedy, a Revolutionary War veteran who served alongside our founding fathers. 🇺🇸

As a veteran myself, I was deeply moved by this ceremony organized by the Dorothy Quincy Hancock Chapter of the DAR at Milton Cemetery. We truly stand on the shoulders of those brave patriots who came before us - men and women who sacrificed everything for the freedoms we enjoy today.

There's something profoundly humbling about honoring a soldier whose service dates back to the very birth of our nation. Private Kennedy and countless others like him didn't just fight for independence - they fought for the idea that became America.
To my fellow veterans: we are part of an unbroken chain of service that stretches back nearly 250 years to heroes like Private Kennedy. Their legacy lives on in each of us.

Thank you to the DAR for preserving this important history and ensuring these patriots are never forgotten.

Here's a link to see the interview and event coverage: https://959watd.com/blog/2025/08/ceremony-in-milton-honors-revolutionary-war-soldier/

Please enjoy the pictures from this meaningful ceremony. 📸


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Yesterday was a profound honor as I joined the retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sergeant Daniel J. "Sully" Sullivan ...
08/25/2025

Yesterday was a profound honor as I joined the retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sergeant Daniel J. "Sully" Sullivan at Joint Base Cape Cod. Presenting a Citation of congratulations from Representative Ayers and State Representative Wells was just a small way to recognize decades of selfless service to our nation.

Moments like these remind me why I'm passionate about my role as Director of Veteran Services. Our mission isn't just about being there during the difficult times, though we absolutely will be. It's about celebrating the victories, honoring the milestones, and ensuring our Randolph and Milton service members, veterans and their families know they have unwavering support through every chapter of their journey.

Congratulations, Chief Master Sergeant Sullivan. Thank you for your legacy of service, and enjoy this well-earned next chapter.

Interested in learning more about Chapter 35 education benefits available to your dependents and spouse? Take a look at ...
08/21/2025

Interested in learning more about Chapter 35 education benefits available to your dependents and spouse?

Take a look at the presentation slides I've prepared. I'll announce the full presentation date soon.

I'm incredibly grateful to have participated in the Run to Home Base 2025 alongside Student Veterans of America, Veteran...
08/07/2025

I'm incredibly grateful to have participated in the Run to Home Base 2025 alongside Student Veterans of America, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Massachusetts and the Massachusetts Veteran Service Officers Association (MVSOA) representing the District of Randolph and Milton.

The camaraderie among fellow veterans and supporters was truly inspiring, and knowing that our efforts directly support Home Base's vital mission made every step meaningful. Seeing our community come together to fundraise for mental health and wellness programs for veterans and their families reminded me why events like this matter so much.

This was an amazing experience that I'm committed to continuing for years to come. Thank you to all the organizers, participants, and supporters who made this event such a success!

Thanks to Rene Fuertes for the invitation and making our participation happen!

Good morning, Randolph and Milton!I'm excited to introduce myself as your new Director of Veteran Services for Randolph ...
07/22/2025

Good morning, Randolph and Milton!

I'm excited to introduce myself as your new Director of Veteran Services for Randolph and Milton, a role I began on July 1st. As an Iraq and Afghanistan combat veteran, I've spent the last five years fighting for our veterans across multiple states, territories, and the Pacific region, and now I'm here to bring that same energy to our local community.

My journey has taken me from serving on the Secretary of Veterans Affairs' Advisory Committee for US Outlying Areas and Freely Associated States, where we tackled systemic issues affecting veterans worldwide, to the halls of law school where I witnessed firsthand how our female veterans and military families weren't getting the support they deserved. That experience drove me to help draft 14 pieces of veteran legislation in Puerto Rico, with four becoming law in under 10 months. It even led to recognition from the White House and an invitation to speak at a panel discussion last October.

But here's what matters most: every veteran, every military family in Randolph and Milton has unique needs and deserves personalized support. My legal and financial background helps me navigate the complex world of benefits, but my real strength comes from understanding what it means to serve, both in uniform and as an advocate.

I'm not here to just work for you; I'm here to support and work with you. Veterans, families, community partners, local organizations, we're all part of this mission together. Whether you're dealing with benefits questions, need help accessing services, or have ideas on how we can better serve our community, my door is always open.

Let's build something amazing together. Our veterans have given so much, now it's time we give back with the same dedication and teamwork that defines military service.

Reach out anytime.

07/22/2025

Veterans, have you received your Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)?

Your VHIC is a federally issued photo ID card that allows you to check in at your Department of Veterans Affairs health care appointments, get access to DOD installations nationwide, & much more!

Learn more about the VHIC & how to apply for yours:

🔗 www.va.gov/health-care/get-health-id-card/

The DOD also has expanded commissary shopping privileges at military installations for eligible veterans with a VHIC nationwide. To learn more about this great benefit, please visit:

🔗 https://corp.commissaries.com/extended-eligibility

Yesterday's meet and greet at the Randolph Intergenerational Community Center was incredible! I was joined by local and ...
07/16/2025

Yesterday's meet and greet at the Randolph Intergenerational Community Center was incredible! I was joined by local and state legislators, our Chief of Police and Fire Chief, Department Heads, leaders from the Office of the Veteran Advocate, along with fellow Directors, VSO Agents and most importantly many veterans and their family members.

Thank you, Randolph, for the warm welcome as we begin this important work together!

It is my pleasure to Serve as your new Director of Veteran Services
07/16/2025

It is my pleasure to Serve as your new Director of Veteran Services

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