Veterans Aging & Survivor Benefits Symposium
Mesa County Veterans Services is hosting a Veterans Aging & Survivor Benefits Symposium from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sept. 22 at the Mesa County Workforce Center, 512 29 ½ Road.
This comprehensive event is designed to inform and empower veterans and their families by providing them with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate aging-related resources and survivor benefits. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with experts and gain insights into a variety of programs and services.
The symposium features discussions led by professionals covering a range of topics, including:
- Survivor Benefits, Pension, and DIC (Anthony Lee, Veterans Service Officer)
- DFAS and Military Retirement (Scott Bartee, Veterans Service Officer)
- Veterans’ Cemetery Information (Angela Ingalls)
- Assisted Living for Veterans (Barbara Boe, Rifle Veterans Assisted Living Center)
- Grief Support & Pre-Planning (Brandon Alvelais, Grief Network Alliance)
This is an opportunity for veterans, caregivers and families to learn about the latest benefits, connect with local resources and gain a clearer understanding of the support available to them. A resource tour with local community partners starts at 1 p.m. with expert speakers to follow at 2 p.m.
Don’t miss your chance to learn about resources available to the Veteran community!
