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Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) announced today the Veteran Resource Rally Point on Saturday, March 14 from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Rio Vista Recreation Center in Peoria. Congresswoman Lesko’s Veteran Resource Rally Point will feature accredited Veteran Benefit Counselors and is open to all Active Duty U.S. Military, Reservists and National Guard service members, veterans and their family members in Arizona’s Eighth Congressional District.

 

Veteran Resource Rally Point
Saturday, March 14, 2020
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. with a Special Ceremony beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Rio Vista Recreation Center
8866 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria, Arizona 85381

 

Interested Active Duty U.S. Military, Reservists and National Guard service members, veterans and their family members may register online by visiting https://az08veteranresourcefair.eventbrite.com. This event is free and open to the public.

The Veteran Resource Rally Point will feature two workshops:


8:15-9:15 a.m. – Claims Clinic: How to File for Disability Benefits and the Appeals Process
10:30-11:30 a.m. – Understanding the Veteran/Survivor Pension Program and Caregiver Benefits 

Seating is limited. Please register at https://az08veteranresourcefair.eventbrite.com.

Representatives from each of the following resources will also be available:

  • Department of Veterans Affairs Eligibility Enrollment
  • Active Duty Transition Assistance
  • Women Veteran Services
  • VA Loan Eligibility & Home Ownership Benefits
  • Homeless and At-Risk Services
  • GI Bill Eligibility and Education Opportunities
  • Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Referrals
  • Recreational and Support Group Opportunities
  • Jobs/Apprenticeships and Vocational Opportunities
  • Veteran Small Business and Entrepreneurship Resources