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VVA Chapter 1071 Mission Statement
Our mission is to support the overall goals of the Vietnam Veterans of America organization.These goals are to promote and support the full range of issues important to Vietnam veterans, to create a new identity for this generation of veterans and to change public perception of Vietnam veterans.
Specifically, our Chapter will seek to assist veterans who are disabled or are in need of assistance, as well as to provide help for their families. This assistance may be in the following areas:
1. Review proposed federal, state or local legislation rules or regulations that may affect the social, economic, educational or physical welfare of all veterans and their families.
2. To act as an informational resource center to service all veterans with information regarding health care, benefits, employment and training, monetary assistance and other veterans issues.
3. To participate in and support local community activities and to provide an open dialogue regarding the Vietnam War with students and the general public.
Specifically, our Chapter will seek to assist veterans who are disabled or are in need of assistance, as well as to provide help for their families. This assistance may be in the following areas:
1. Review proposed federal, state or local legislation rules or regulations that may affect the social, economic, educational or physical welfare of all veterans and their families.
2. To act as an informational resource center to service all veterans with information regarding health care, benefits, employment and training, monetary assistance and other veterans issues.
3. To participate in and support local community activities and to provide an open dialogue regarding the Vietnam War with students and the general public.
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CHAPTER MEETINGS
Chapter 1071 meets on the third Saturday of each month. Our next meeting will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be at the Elks Lodge #1777
in Lakewood Colorado. The address is 1455 Newland St. Lakewood, Colorado
Please Join us for a breakfast at the Elks Lodge prior to the Chapter meeting.
Serving time is from 8 AM until 10 AM. It's a great breakfast for $6.00!!
Map to Elks Lodge
All guests are invited to our meeting.
Chapter 1071 meets on the third Saturday of each month. Our next meeting will be held on Saturday, February 19 at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be at the Elks Lodge #1777
in Lakewood Colorado. The address is 1455 Newland St. Lakewood, Colorado
Please Join us for a breakfast at the Elks Lodge prior to the Chapter meeting.
Serving time is from 8 AM until 10 AM. It's a great breakfast for $6.00!!
Map to Elks Lodge
All guests are invited to our meeting.
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How to Donate
Chapter 1071 does not receive funding from federal, state or local government. The Chapter relies solely on private contributions or donations for its revenue. Thank you for your support. Make checks payable to:
Vietnam Veterans of America
Chapter 1071
PO Box 281023
Lakewood, CO 80228
Chapter Phone Number: 303-870-2428
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Chapter 1071 - January 15, 2022 Membership Meeting
There was no breakfast for our January meeting which had an effect on the turnout. Our attendance for this meeting had a total of 44 members and guests. Thank you to all who attended.
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Wreaths across America Dec 18, 2021
VVA 1071 members participated in the wreath laying ceremony at
Crown Hill Cemetery on Dec 18, 2021.
Crown Hill Cemetery on Dec 18, 2021.
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Michael Craig 7/14/1950 – 11/14/2021 Rest in Peace
Our brother-in-arms Michael Craig passed away on Nov 14, 2021. Michael has been a VVA member since 1988. Military Service: Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 10:15 a.m. at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W. Kenyon Ave., Denver.
Please arrive by 10 a.m. to Ft. Logan Staging Area C.
Celebration of Life: Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. at Platt Park Church, 1601 S. Clarkson St., Denver. There will also be a reception following the Celebration of Life.
Obituary posted for Michael Cullen Craig. See http://www.horancares.com/obituary/Michael-Craig
Please arrive by 10 a.m. to Ft. Logan Staging Area C.
Celebration of Life: Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. at Platt Park Church, 1601 S. Clarkson St., Denver. There will also be a reception following the Celebration of Life.
Obituary posted for Michael Cullen Craig. See http://www.horancares.com/obituary/Michael-Craig
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Jack McManus to Serve as National President
of Vietnam Veterans of America
of Vietnam Veterans of America
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Veterans Day Poppy Fundraiser 2021
Veterans Day Poppy Donation Fundraiser was a great success at the Green Mountain, Thornton, Arvada, and Littleton King Soopers stores on November 13, 2021.
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Veterans Day Breakfast and events at Green Mountain H.S.
Veterans Day Breakfast and visit at Green Mountain H.S. on 11/10/21.
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Mountain Range H.S. Veterans Day Celebration
November 10, 2021
November 10, 2021
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VVA National Convention 2021
Board members, Owen Oliver, Jim Topkoff and Phil Waters attended the VVA National Convention in Greensboro, NC on Nov 2-6 2021.
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Green Mountain H.S. Tailgate Party
& Pregame Recognition Ceremony 2021
& Pregame Recognition Ceremony 2021
Green Mountain High School Football and Green Mountain Basketball Team invited Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1071 to a varsity football game and tailgate party on October 1st at Trailblazer Stadium.
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Al Roettger Rest In Peace
Al Roettger Celebration of Life
Our brother-in-arms Al Roettger passed away on Sept 4, 2021. Al was a huge asset for our Chapter and will be missed by all of us. His exceptional work on the Board of Directors included the administration of our High School Education & Speakers Program. There was a Celebration of Life for Al Roettger on October 3 at 1:00pm at La Sandia restaurant, 8340 Northfield Blvd #1690.
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West Metro Vets Fair Sept 16, 2021
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The Wall That Heals
Brighton, CO Sept 3, 2021
Brighton, CO Sept 3, 2021
VVA 1071 members at the Wreath Laying at TWTH Candlelight Ceremony
in Brighton Sept 3, 2021.
in Brighton Sept 3, 2021.
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Our prayers are with the families of the thirteen U.S. service members who died today in defense of our Constitution
Message from John Rowan on VA Healthcare
After Receiving Pacemaker at Manhattan VAMC
Message from John Rowan on VA Healthcare
After Receiving Pacemaker at Manhattan VAMC
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For over a decade, Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) has sought legislation to restore presumptive Agent Orange exposure status to members of the Armed Forces who served in the territorial waters of Vietnam.
Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced S. 810, The Fair Care for Vietnam Veterans Act of 2021. In the House of Representatives, Rep. Josh Harder (D-CA-10) and Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN-8) introduced a companion bill, H.R. 1972, also titled The Fair Care for Vietnam Veterans Act of 2021.
These companion bills would add hypertension and monoclonal gammopathy of unspecified significance (MGUS) as presumptive diseases for Agent Orange exposure and provide access to VA benefits and healthcare for hundreds of thousands of Vietnam veterans.
VVA strongly supports S. 810 an H.R. 1972, and we will work with Congress to ensure passage of this bipartisan, bicameral legislation to restore equity to all Vietnam veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange.
VVA urges you to take action now! Click on button below to send th prepared letter to your member of Congress in support of these bills.
Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) and Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced S. 810, The Fair Care for Vietnam Veterans Act of 2021. In the House of Representatives, Rep. Josh Harder (D-CA-10) and Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN-8) introduced a companion bill, H.R. 1972, also titled The Fair Care for Vietnam Veterans Act of 2021.
These companion bills would add hypertension and monoclonal gammopathy of unspecified significance (MGUS) as presumptive diseases for Agent Orange exposure and provide access to VA benefits and healthcare for hundreds of thousands of Vietnam veterans.
VVA strongly supports S. 810 an H.R. 1972, and we will work with Congress to ensure passage of this bipartisan, bicameral legislation to restore equity to all Vietnam veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange.
VVA urges you to take action now! Click on button below to send th prepared letter to your member of Congress in support of these bills.
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POW/MIA FLAG OVER THE WHITE HOUSE
VVA Government Affairs Committee Update July/August 2021
As of April 9, the POW/MIA flag is once again flying over the White House. This flag symbolizes the nation’s commitment to resolving the fate of those still listed as prisoner, missing, and unaccounted for from all conflicts. The POW/MIA flag had flown over the White House under the American flag since the 1990s. On June 14, 2020, Flag Day, the previous administration ordered the POW/ MIA flag relocated, despite having signed into law the National POW/MIA Flag Act on Nov. 7, 2019. That law mandated that the flag would forever be visible from all federal buildings, including the White House. President Biden chose April 9 as the appropriate day to restore the flag to its rightful place, as it is Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.
As of April 9, the POW/MIA flag is once again flying over the White House. This flag symbolizes the nation’s commitment to resolving the fate of those still listed as prisoner, missing, and unaccounted for from all conflicts. The POW/MIA flag had flown over the White House under the American flag since the 1990s. On June 14, 2020, Flag Day, the previous administration ordered the POW/ MIA flag relocated, despite having signed into law the National POW/MIA Flag Act on Nov. 7, 2019. That law mandated that the flag would forever be visible from all federal buildings, including the White House. President Biden chose April 9 as the appropriate day to restore the flag to its rightful place, as it is Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.
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Capt. John R. Garrett R.I.P.
Ten VVA members from Chapter 1071 attended the memorial service for Capt. John R. Garrett at Fairmount Cemetery in Denver on 7-14-2021. He was a member of VVA Chapter 269 in Highland Illinois.
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VVA ALERT July 6, 2021
COVID -19 and DELTA Variant
COVID -19 and DELTA Variant
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CPAP Machines Recall
There is a new recall on different Philips CPAP machines. The CPAP machines can cause cancer and other health issues. Button below is to the FDA about the recall notification containing links to the Philips Company and their recommendations.
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HONORS BURIAL May 29, 2021
Photos of Fairmont Cemetery Service May 29, 2021 and
Ft Logan placement of 19 urns June 12, 2021
Ft Logan placement of 19 urns June 12, 2021
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National Memorial Day Concert to return in virtual format
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VVA Applauds Swift Action of VA Secretary in Adding Bladder Cancer, Hypothyroidism, and Parkinsonism to recognized Diseases
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VA will re-adjudicate claims for Veterans who served in the offshore waters of the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam War
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Green Mountain High School April 19-20, 2021
On April 19-20, 2021, our members Al Roettger, Cliff Fejfar, Jim Higgins, Doug Scherer, and Steve Newton, talked to the students of Green Mountain High School about their experience in Vietnam.
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Wings Over the Rockies Bench Dedication
On 4/10/2021 the bench dedication with plaque was presented to the Wings Over the Rockies by our Chapter 1071. Thanks for the photos from Cliff Lawson member of VVA Chapter 1106.
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VVA Applauds House Passage of VA VACCINE Act
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Veterans, Gold Star Families get free entrance to national parks, refuges, other public lands
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FIRST PANEL OF THE VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL
UNVEILED ON JULY 21, 1982
UNVEILED ON JULY 21, 1982
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Magic Carpet Ride - excellent history amazing pictures
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Veterans: Stressed over coronavirus?
Here are VA's tips to manage your anxiety
Here are VA's tips to manage your anxiety
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Message From VVA President John Rowan
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VA Partners with Treasury Department to Deliver Economic Impact Payments to Veterans and Survivors
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New interactive map helps ‘blue water’ Vietnam veterans locate ship positions
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King Soopers Rewards Fundraiser for
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1071
The program has changed, you must now enroll your Sooper Card for our chapter to receive benefits.
Click how to enroll button below.
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1071
The program has changed, you must now enroll your Sooper Card for our chapter to receive benefits.
Click how to enroll button below.
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MEMBERSHIP FOR NOV 2021
WELCOME NEW VVA MEMBERS
Michael Markham
WELCOME NEW AVVA MEMBERS
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Our Chapter has 215 VVA Members and 38 AVVA Members for a total of 253 Members
WELCOME NEW VVA MEMBERS
Michael Markham
WELCOME NEW AVVA MEMBERS
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Our Chapter has 215 VVA Members and 38 AVVA Members for a total of 253 Members
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Military Service Records, Awards, and Unit Histories: A Guide to Locating Sources
The guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and replacing military awards and medals. Included is contact information for military history centers, websites for additional sources of research, and a bibliography of other publications, including related CRS reports.
The guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and replacing military awards and medals. Included is contact information for military history centers, websites for additional sources of research, and a bibliography of other publications, including related CRS reports.
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Chapter 1071 Assisting other Chapters
Our chapter in Jan. 2019 donated $2000 to VVA Chapter 582 to help with the wild fires in Paradise, California.
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Our chapter donated $1,000.00 to the VVA North Carolina State Council to help them after the disastrous Hurricane Florence hit their state last month.
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Our chapter donated $1,000.00 to VVA Chapter #223 in Santa Rosa, CA to help them after the disastrous fires that struck their area. Chapter #223 sent us a thank you email and it details the aftermath of the fire and the excellent work that the chapter does for the Veterans in their area. See Puerto Rico State Council Thank you Letter.
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Our chapter donated $1,000.00 each to the State Council's of Florida, Puerto Rico and Texas for Hurricane Maria relief.
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Disabled Veterans Free Access to State Parks
with DV and Purple Heart plate
Colorado residents with current Disabled Veterans license plates may access Colorado State Parks free without a pass on the windshield.
with DV and Purple Heart plate
Colorado residents with current Disabled Veterans license plates may access Colorado State Parks free without a pass on the windshield.
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The Wall's 35th Anniversary
35 MOVIES AND 35 SONGS ABOUT THE VIETNAM WAR AND ERA
These links are from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund website.
35 MOVIES AND 35 SONGS ABOUT THE VIETNAM WAR AND ERA
These links are from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund website.
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Vietnam War: Facts, Stats & Myths
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WANTED: VIETNAM BOOKS TO DONATE TO SCHOOLS
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The Veterans Initiative Needs Your Help
Objects taken from the battlefields of Vietnam are more than souvenirs or “war trophies.” Maps, stories, after-action reports, pictures, military items may have a story that could result in finding the location of missing war dead. Can you help?
Contact the Veterans Initiative at Veterans Initiative Vietnam Veterans Of America 8719 Colesville!Rd., Suite 100 Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 vi@vva.org
Objects taken from the battlefields of Vietnam are more than souvenirs or “war trophies.” Maps, stories, after-action reports, pictures, military items may have a story that could result in finding the location of missing war dead. Can you help?
Contact the Veterans Initiative at Veterans Initiative Vietnam Veterans Of America 8719 Colesville!Rd., Suite 100 Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 vi@vva.org
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The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available.
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Link to the Veteran Service Officer (VSO) for your county.
The VSO will assist you with your claim and submit it for you at no cost to you.
Link to Veterans Benefits page
The VSO will assist you with your claim and submit it for you at no cost to you.
Link to Veterans Benefits page
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Federal Benefits for Veterans
Dependents and Survivors
2016 Edition
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Navy and Agent Orange
New information on the Navy ships exposure to Agent Orange is posted under the Agent Orange/PTSD tab on the main page. This ship list link was updated as of July 2016.
New information on the Navy ships exposure to Agent Orange is posted under the Agent Orange/PTSD tab on the main page. This ship list link was updated as of July 2016.
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Check out our section "MEMBER'S STORIES" under the Home page
This is a great opportunity for you to write that story that you have been thinking about for the last 40 plus years, or story you want to share!
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CHAPTER 1071 MERCHANDISE
CHECK OUT THE MANY GREAT CHAPTER 1071 MERCHANDISE THAT WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABLE.
3" & 4" Chapter
Logo patch
New Item Chapter Cup
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New Item Chapter Mug
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VETERANS TRANSPORTATION
Below are some possible options for transportation in the metro-Denver area for veterans
1. DAV Transportation: Round trip to and from the VA hospital. Within the limits of 92nd to the North. Belleview To the South. E-470 To the East. And Youngfield to the West. You must be able to get in and out of the van by yourself. You may bring a walker, cane, or Crutches. You must have an appointment at the Hospital, and it is recommended that you call as far in advance as possible, and check to be sure you live within the area. Office is open Monday thru Friday 8 am to 1 pm. Phone: 303- 393-4605.
2. RTD Access-A-Ride. If you are disabled you can contact RTD at 303-480-2000 and tell them you are disabled and you need to be able to use Access-A-Ride. They will send you some paperwork for your Dr. to sign. You will then go to Easter Seals in Lakewood for an interview. If qualified you will receive a ID card in the mail which will allow you to use the regular scheduled buses at no cost to you. All buses are equipped to transport wheel chair riders. Or you can call for Access-A-Ride, which charges $5.00 local each way, at 303-292-6560.
2. RTD Access-A-Ride. If you are disabled you can contact RTD at 303-480-2000 and tell them you are disabled and you need to be able to use Access-A-Ride. They will send you some paperwork for your Dr. to sign. You will then go to Easter Seals in Lakewood for an interview. If qualified you will receive a ID card in the mail which will allow you to use the regular scheduled buses at no cost to you. All buses are equipped to transport wheel chair riders. Or you can call for Access-A-Ride, which charges $5.00 local each way, at 303-292-6560.
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REMINDER: If you saw a story, a picture or something else that caught your attention on this page and it is no longer here.....never fear....it has not been deleted but instead has been moved to the ARCHIVES (by year) section of the HOME page. We don't delete anything....we just try to keep our information on the HOME page as current as possible.
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SUGGESTIONS
Members now you can send our Board of Directors an e-mail for any suggestions you may have for our Chapter
Members now you can send our Board of Directors an e-mail for any suggestions you may have for our Chapter
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WEBSITE VISITS - From Oct 31, 2012 to Jan 1, 2022
253,173
Thank you to all who visited our web site---Webmaster
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2017 VVA Website of the Year Award
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