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Update on GI Bill Transfer Rules For Purple Heart Recipients
Late yesterday the DoD announced that the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, signed a policy that allows Wounded Warrior Purple Heart recipients to transfer unused Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits to their dependents regardless of the number of years they have served.
2018 Minnesota Twins Purple Heart Day at Target Field
suicide awareness walk
As a way to help bring awareness of this, the Albert Lea VA Clinic will be participating in a 20 minute walk on 9/19 @ 4:30 pm. We invite anyone to participate that is interested.
Chapter 5 South Saint Paul will be moving
Chapter 5 will hold its last meeting at the South Saint Paul VFW Post 295 on Sept 22, 10:30 am. This is due to the building being sold with new tenants. Future location is being secured based on the sale date of the VFW Post building.
Minnesota State Fair-MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY
TUESDAY, AUG. 28 2018 Discounted admission prices at the entrance gates for active military, their spouses and kids; retired military and their spouses; and military veterans and their spouses: $9 for adults (13-64), $9 for seniors (65+) and $9 for kids (5-12). Requires valid documentation of service. Deals on merchandise…
CHAPTER OFFICERS LIFE MEMBER VERIFICATION REPORT DUE BY: OCTOBER 1, 2018
CHAPTER OFFICERS LIFE MEMBER VERIFICATION REPORT DUE BY: OCTOBER 1, 2018
Purple Heart July-August 2018 magazine
Albert Lea VA clinic August 25th 12-4 p.m. open house
VA Clothing Allowance-
Dear VA Beneficiary,
Did you know that you may be eligible for an annual clothing allowance if you use a prosthetic or orthopedic appliance and/or medication for a service connected skin condition that causes permanent damage to your outer garments?
Update on GI Bill Transfer Rules For Purple Heart Recipients

Late yesterday the DoD announced that the Secretary of Defense, in coordination with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, signed a policy that allows Wounded Warrior Purple Heart recipients to transfer unused Post-9/11 GI Bill education benefits to their dependents regardless of the number of years they have served.
2018 Minnesota Twins Purple Heart Day at Target Field
suicide awareness walk
As a way to help bring awareness of this, the Albert Lea VA Clinic will be participating in a 20 minute walk on 9/19 @ 4:30 pm. We invite anyone to participate that is interested.
Chapter 5 South Saint Paul will be moving
Chapter 5 will hold its last meeting at the South Saint Paul VFW Post 295 on Sept 22, 10:30 am. This is due to the building being sold with new tenants. Future location is being secured based on the sale date of the VFW Post building.
Minnesota State Fair-MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY
TUESDAY, AUG. 28 2018 Discounted admission prices at the entrance gates for active military, their spouses and kids; retired military and their spouses; and military veterans and their spouses: $9 for adults (13-64), $9 for seniors (65+) and $9 for kids (5-12). Requires valid documentation of service. Deals on merchandise…
CHAPTER OFFICERS LIFE MEMBER VERIFICATION REPORT DUE BY: OCTOBER 1, 2018
CHAPTER OFFICERS LIFE MEMBER VERIFICATION REPORT DUE BY: OCTOBER 1, 2018
Purple Heart July-August 2018 magazine
Albert Lea VA clinic August 25th 12-4 p.m. open house
VA Clothing Allowance-
Dear VA Beneficiary,
Did you know that you may be eligible for an annual clothing allowance if you use a prosthetic or orthopedic appliance and/or medication for a service connected skin condition that causes permanent damage to your outer garments?