Texas Veterans Commission

Our Claims conference kicked off today. At this event, updates on VA Claims benefits and processes are presented. Further, accreditation to work with VA claims is earned. This prepares the #TexasVeterans Commission Claims team and Veteran County Service Officers. Shown at the conference from left are National Veteran Legal Service Program Executive Director Paul Wright, TVC Commissioner Chuck Wright, TVC Secretary Kevin Barber, VA Principal Deputy Under Secretary for Benefits Michael James Frueh, TVC Chairwoman Laura Koerner, Executive Director of the Waco Veterans Affairs Regional Office Michael B. Crouse, Sr., Executive Director of the Houston Regional Office Robert M. Worley II, and TVC Executive Director Tom Palladino. TVC’s recently formed Claims Mentor, Trainer, and Liaisons team members were recognized. Also recognized today were Claims team members who work with Justice Involved Veterans. Get assistance with claims at no cost from TVC Claims. Connect at: https://lnkd.in/gMzdJexC

Today, the #TexasVeterans Commission recognized the service of former Commissioner and Vice-Chair Kimberlee Shaneyfelt and presented her awards in appreciation of her service. Shaneyfelt served TVC for six years. In that time, she guided the expansion of its staff, locations and services across Texas. Read more at https://lnkd.in/e8HBhWim At the presentation, from left, are Commissioner Chuck Wright, Secretary Kevin Barber, Shaneyfelt, Chairwoman Laura Koerner and Executive Director Tom Palladino.

"There’s always light... The transition from military to civilian was not an easy transition. I went through some dark times during mine. That’s why I do what I do. We’ll do anything to help you through anything,” said Patrick Baca, Army veteran and Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) Peer Services Coordinator. Watch Baca talk about the various MVPN groups in his area and the value they bring to fellow #TexasVeterans at https://lnkd.in/g3mKpgg9 Find a Peer nearest you at: https://lnkd.in/g_aTAtaf

Join us August 10 and find resources for all military members and #TexasVeterans including a claims clinic to file your VA claims and a Back to School Supply Drive! Register: https://lnkd.in/gQhuf3xk

Over the weekend, the Texas Veterans Commission Excellence in Media Award was presented to Jordan Green of the Longview News-Journal for his series "East Texas veterans adjust to life after military service." The series included: A veteran managing Military Sexual Trauma through her music career A veteran who experienced years of anger-related issues sought counseling for PTSD which improved his family life Another veteran translating military skills into the civilian job market to successfully secure employment A story on how community and counseling helped a veteran manage PTSD, its triggers, improve his overall mental well-being and get some rest. Read the series at https://lnkd.in/g667V9X3 Congratulations to Jordan and Longview News-Journal and thank you for bringing #TexasVeterans issues and topics to public awareness. Pictured at right, TVC Commissioner and Marine veteran Chuck Wright presented the award to Jordan Green.

To better understand and serve those who have cancer, #TexasVeterans , their families and care givers are invited to share their experiences at this listening session. It is hosted in partnership by the Military Health Institute, Mays Cancer Center and UT Health San Antonio on August 16. The session may be attended in person or on Zoom. Register at: https://lnkd.in/daFKd9bu

Job seeking #TexasVeterans - Find career events this week on our calendar: https://lnkd.in/gs2mXE5G

#TexasVeterans, learn how to make your business idea reality! Join the Free Lampasas Entrepreneur Summit, in person! Hear from real entrepreneurs, a TVC business consultant, plus, get branding and marketing advice. Listen: https://ow.ly/Bua050SAXMT Register: https://ow.ly/wWO350SAXMU

It was a busy day at the American Legion Dept. of TX Convention for the Texas Veterans Commission. Executive Director Tom Palladino addressed the attendees, and TVC Employment Services team members Joshua Pinson and Veronica Rodriguez were presented awards for their outstanding work in connecting #TexasVeterans with employment. Pictured with award winners Pinson and Rodriguez are Palladino, at left, and State Commander Gene Toohey, at right.

We hope those affected by Hurricane Beryl are recovering. TVC staff joined Texas Veterans Network Powered by Combined Arms to help them distribute emergency water and food on Friday. #TexasVeterans