In this edition: September is Suicide Prevention Month This month, many of our agencies and organizations are reaffirming or making new commitments to combat Veteran suicide. And it’s no surprise why, statistics show that Veterans make up 7% of our state’ …
Suicide Prevention Proclamation WHEREAS, suicide most often occurs when stressors exceed the current coping abilities of someone living with a mental health condition; and WHEREAS, suicide is the 9th leading cause of death in Washington state and the …
LEARN Saves Lives Training Participant Testimonial Quote: “As someone with lived experience in, being a veteran, losing friends to suicide and having my own suicidal ideations, it has helped me connect with my participants. By integrating parts of my story …
This month, many of our agencies and organizations are reaffirming or making new commitments to combat Veteran suicide. And it’s no surprise why, statistics show that Veterans make up 7% of our state’s population, but 19% of all suicides in our state are …
The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), Employment Security Department (ESD) and Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA) are proud to host the 7th Annual “Serving Those Who Served” Conference. This year’s event, being held at the …
Since 2011, the WDVA Veteran Training Support Center (VTSC) has trained thousands of providers with a focus on enhancing their knowledge and ability to effectively serve and care for Veterans. “WDVA is thrilled to have been selected as a contractor for …
Additional County Veteran Service Officer Grants, WDVA Benefits Specialists, and a 10% increase in Veteran Service Organization contracts have resulted in this dramatic increase in the number of claims filed. Thanks to funding from the Governor's …
INDUS Invites You to the 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament Benefitting Washington Veterans Home INDUS, a leading technology company, is excited to extend an invitation to the community for their 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament. The event will take …
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) to host a Veterans Town Hall and Women Veterans Forum Benton/Franklin County - Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will host a Women Veterans Forum from 8:30 to 9:30 and a Veterans …
Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards - Now Accepting Nominations OLYMPIA, WA - You know who they are volunteers, service officers, community members, Tribal Veterans programs and advocates, National Guard members or others who day in and day out go above …
OLYMPIA, WA - Abuoh Neufville, a highly accomplished veteran with over 25 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army, is set to join the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) as the new Assistant Director of Veteran Services Counseling …
Governors Challenge Recently, your WDVA Suicide Prevention Team had the privilege of hosting the second in-person Governor's Challenge meeting. I am thrilled to inform you that the Cowlitz Indian Tribe partnered with us to make this event a success. …
OLYMPIA, WA - The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the award presentation for the inaugural Suicide Prevention Community Based Services Grant. This ceremony will recognize the …
Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) hosts Veterans Town Hall and Women Veterans Forum in Pacific County Pacific County: The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) will host a Women Veterans Forum from 8:30 to 9:30 and a …
THIS EVENT IS 100% FREE! Serving Those Who Served | 7th Annual Conference Partners in Supporting Veterans & Their Families August 28 & 29, 2024 Spokane Convention Center | Spokane, WA www.dva.wa.gov/stws Dedicated to forging stronger bonds and …
7th Annual Serving Those Who Served Conference August 28 & 29, 2024 | Spokane, WA Dedicated to forging stronger bonds and enhancing collaboration among those who serve our nation’s heroes, Washington State’s Serving Those Who Served Conference is a …
Your Washington Department of Veterans Affairs continues to look for opportunities to engage with and serve Veterans across our great state and May was an especially busy month! On May 22, we had the opportunity to hold a town hall in West Richland to …
SPOKANE, WA - The Spokane Veterans Home proudly hosted a Vietnam War Commemoration bringing together various organizations to pay tribute to the brave men and women who served during the Vietnam War. The event, held on May 15, was a heartfelt recognition …
PRESS RELEASE WDVA Invites Public to Learn about a Future State Veterans Cemetery in Tri-Cities Area WEST RICHLAND, WA – The Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs is holding a town hall on May 22 to discuss the potential for a new …
Our Military Spouse Liaison, Olivia Burley, took center stage as a featured speaker at the JBLM tap Too Military spouse event. The event, held at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), aimed to provide valuable resources and support to military spouses …
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