Read this story about a father/son who competed together in the recent National Golden Age Games in Salt Lake City. The experience brought them closer together as they practiced leading up to the event and sharing the experience together. tinyurl.com/2rndxtj9 #familymatters

#SaturdayRead Do you know what the top military traditions are for each military branch?

The Universal Sign for Help - learn it so you can be ready to recognize/help someone who may be is signaling for help. Be alert, be aware. You could be the one that helps someone get out of a bad situation.

#MondayMotivation #MotivationMonday Life is definitely a journey full of experiences. No one day is going to be perfect, but we can make it the best it can be. Solve the problems and take in the lessons. #youcandothis | #WordsofWisdom | #QuoteoftheDay | #WordstoLiveBy

Today is SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY. Know that you are not alone and someone is ready to help a person who may be struggling. If you need help - be sure to reach out. If you see someone who might need help - offer help/words of encouragement. "Don't wait. Reach out". #youarenotalone

INVITATION: On special day of remembrance to honor those who lost their lives in this terrible attack on our nation, our community is invited to join Walla Walla VA employees and Veterans for meditation/prayer in our VA chapel from 11:30 am - 1 pm #PatriotDay #wewillneverforget

If you have alcohol issues, take advantage of VA’s resources to help you conquer it. The Walla Walla VA has a residential rehab treatment program that can help you. We have your back. More here: tinyurl.com/mwyhexev

Happy 100th birthday to centenarian Herbert Davis! tinyurl.com/28ctasxu #itsyourday #HBD

#SaturdayRead #DYK that humans haven’t been the only ones to become paratroopers. This story is about 5 animals that have served in that capacity as well. Read on…..

Today is the start of the month-long Hispanic Heritage Month. We are honored to serve all Veterans who served, including Hispanic Americans. #thankyouforyourservice 🇺🇸 Be watching for a special Hispanic Heritage month event coming October 5. More details to come.

People who are close to Veterans are often the first to notice when they are struggling. Letting a Veteran know you’re there for them can help start a conversation. "Don't wait. Reach out." #VetsReachOut | #SuicidePreventionMonth | #SPM2024 | #SuicideAwareness

#MondayMotivation #MotivationMonday It takes time to accomplish your goals and perseverance pays off. Be a winner by being confident on where you are going. Reminder: effort = success. #HappyMonday | #QuoteoftheDay | #WordsofWisdom | #WordstoLiveBy

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. It is important to plan for natural disasters/emergencies, especially if you have a health condition. Visit ow.ly/FZVc50TnMuZ Read more about the VA's role in natural disasters or national emergencies here: ow.ly/X9qv50TnMv1

All are invited to a dedication ceremony for the Oregon Gold Star Families Memorial Highway on Sept. 29 at noon in Pendleton.

#VeteransDay2024 is almost here & schools everywhere are back in session. Here is a great teachers resource guide to use for sharing valuable lessons with students about #Veterans & their service. Share with teachers you know! #HonoringVets ow.ly/c3z650ToIc0

ATTN WOMEN VETERANS! You are invited to participate in a virtual FOCUS GROUP this Thur., Sept. 19, from 2-3 p.m. No RSVP required, just connect to tinyurl.com/Focus-Group-09… at 2 p.m. and help us make your VA health care experience the best it can be.

VETERANS - MARK YOUR CALENDAR for Sat., Oct. 5 for this year's 2024 Walla Walla Veterans Stand Down. The stand down will be held this year at Walla Walla Community College, Bldg. D (500 Tausick Way, Walla Walla) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. JOIN US!

Happy 77th birthday to the U.S. Air Force. Hooah! #thankyouforyourservice 🇺🇸

HAPPENING TODAY! Women Veterans virtual focus group at 2 p.m. No RSVP required - just dial in. Make your voice count!

This Friday - September 20 - is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. You can join your community at a local POW/MIA event at Walla Walla High School's Commons Bldg. starting at 5 p.m. on Friday. Join us! #youarenotforgotten 🇺🇸 #thankyouforyourservice