HomeMy WebLinkAbout090425 - VA Stand Down Events and Oregon_SW Washington Food Drive (0002)ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them.
Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events during which VA staff and volunteers provide food, clothing and health screenings to home
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// Updated to include Oregon's VA Portland Health Care System (VAPRHCS) <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fportland-health-care%2F/1/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b90
a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/LXhSh1RoIpt5vO_NuCOLzesj039-0Kn22-HeYBFBHnk=421> request for facility-wide food drive in recognition of National Hunger Action Month //
Stand Down is a military term referring to an opportunity to achieve a brief respite from combat. Troops assemble in a base camp to receive new clothing, hot food, support services,
and a relative degree of safety before returning to combat action. A Department of Labor (DOL) VETS-funded Stand Down event serves a similar purpose; however, it is intended for Veterans
experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
As we recognize National Hunger Action Month please consider how you can make a significant impact on our Veterans concerned with hunger.
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Oregon's Willamette Valley and Southwest Washington food collection is scheduled Monday, September 23rd through Wednesday, September 25th at VA Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC's)
in Salem <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fportland-health-care%2Flocations%2Fsalem-va-clinic%2F/1/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/8BBbOtUhcS
GR_ctHqJtxPa30l_fxFUNbEq-uOojpsNM=421> , West Linn <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fportland-health-care%2Flocations%2Fwest-linn-va-clinic%2F/1/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-
8199-4dae-b90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/TbiiQZ1XJ_N3f_C3wcCz5f0OmwPgiBKc8mazbXBKWK0=421> , Hillsboro <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fportland-health-care%2Flocations%2Fhillsb
oro-va-clinic%2F/1/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/fSPwwx90qKRQzkEc-cTlOWOG9jVjmkGh1LH3zgWXtXk=421> , and Fairview <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va
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food collection boxes will be located in staff breakrooms.
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FORWARD MARCH: Did you know? VETS awards noncompetitive grants <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.grants.gov%2Fsearch-results-detail%2F345327/1/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b
90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/A00YS92EKHC0bcahdrs0FFawuzXoBsf-YJKhccF7p_4=421> on a first-come, first-served basis to support one-day or multi-day events at up to $7,000 or $10,000, respectively.
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Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) is also a partner in this mission-critical event at Oregon's Portland VA Medical Center <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.va.gov%2Fportland-health-ca
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q0S3Et1gb13yyI4S2wqBDeomh-MmJ1nIsBiHiq5aXXk=421> in Southwest Washington. During the same timeframe (Sept. 23rd-25th) food collection boxes will be also located at VCS locations.
Right now, many Veterans in our area are facing food insecurity. Your contribution to our food drive can make a real difference.
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Seeking donations of the following shelf-stable items
**Consider Donating Canned Items with Pop-top Lids**
***Items MUST NOT be past “Use By” or expiration date***
The collection of non-perishable food items is to be used for stocking emergency food bags in areas served by VAPORHCS.
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Shelf-stable Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Nonfat Dry Milk
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Unsalted Nuts
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Peanut/Nut Butter
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Beans/Lentils (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Dried Beans/Peas/Lentils
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Fish in Water (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Meat or Poultry (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Whole Wheat Pasta
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Whole Wheat Crackers
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Whole Grain Cereals (at least 3g dietary fiber, less than 6g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Whole grain granola bars (less than 6g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Rolled Oats (at least 3g dietary fiber, 0g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Brown/Wild Rice (minute/instant okay, unseasoned)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Vegetables (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Tomatoes/Sauce/Paste (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Potatoes/Sweet Potatoes (less than 230mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Fruit/Fruit Cups in 100% Juice (0g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Applesauce Cups (0g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Dried Fruit (0g added sugar)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Canned Soups/Chili (Less than 480mg sodium and 3g saturated fat per serving)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Microwave Popcorn (light)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Cooking Oils (canola, olive)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Low-Fat/Light Mayonnaise
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Pasta Sauce (less than 450mg sodium)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Dried Spices and Herbs (0mg sodium)
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For questions, reach out to Mara Keating (mara.keating@va.gov), Primary Care Nutrition Services Supervisory Dietitian and Chair of the VAPORHCS Food Security Workgroup.
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The critical services provided at Stand Down events are often the catalyst that enables those individuals to reenter the workforce. Stand Downs are collaborative events serving Veterans
of the U.S. Armed Forces. The events are coordinated between VA, DOL, other federal, state, and local government agencies and community-based homeless service providers. Stand Downs
are typically one- to three-day events providing supplies and services to homeless Veterans, such as health care screenings, mental health and substance use treatment, food, clothing,
and VA Social Security benefits counseling. DOL's Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.dol.gov%2Fagencies%2Fvets%2Fprograms/1/0100019
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(HVRP) <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.grants.gov%2Fsearch-results-detail%2F345327/2/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/F5ayBBRq7z6P72DFiEkXB2NI5kSdQcD
-fnQ3zS6lYSw=421> on an annual basis, pending funding reauthorization. State, Territory, and Possession, county, city, local, special district, and Native American tribal governments
and agencies, non-profit and for-profit entities, state and local workforce boards, institutions of higher education, public and tribal housing authorities and faith-based organizations
are eligible to apply <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.grants.gov%2Fsearch-results-detail%2F345327/3/0100019916970dd4-096e10eb-8199-4dae-b90a-bdcdda3a5436-000000/dqYLHbKO6MN1PIU3
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Title 38 U.S.C. Section 2021
"...the Secretary of Labor shall conduct, directly or through grant or contract, such programs as the Secretary determines appropriate to provide job training, counseling, and placement
services (including job readiness and literacy and skills training) to expedite the reintegration of homeless veterans into the labor force."
The Goals of the Grant Program are to:
* Provide career exploration, training, placement, and supportive services to Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness, empowering them to secure employment in stable, high-demand
occupations paying wages consistent with the relevant market.
* Establish strong partnerships between public, private, and nonprofit organizations, especially those that employ and partner with veterans who have experienced homelessness, to deliver
services to Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness to assist in overcoming barriers to employment.
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To participate in an upcoming Stand Down, please contact the VA primary POC listed below. New events are added regularly, check the VA Homeless Stand Down website <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0
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ALASKA
Anchorage, AK | September 19, 2025
Charm Mizer | (907) 802-9298
charm.mizer@va.gov
Shontale Johnson | (907) 273-4071
shontale.johnson@va.gov
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IDAHO
Boise, ID | September 26, 2025
John Poarch | (208) 353-9769
john.poarch@va.gov
Anna Johnson-Whitehead | (208) 284-2095
anna.johnson-whitehead@va.gov
Idaho Falls, ID | November 8, 2025
Tonie Heath | (415) 430-5273
tonie.heath@va.gov
Sy Williams | (208) 705-8918
sy.williams@va.gov
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OREGON
Eugene, OR | September 12, 2025
Carmen Kendall | (541) 378-5712
carmen.kendall@va.gov
Dave McIntyre | (541) 671-7032
david.mcintyre@va.gov
Albany, OR | September 18, 2025
Cari O'Connor | (503) 457-2956
cari.oconnor@va.gov
Kyle Hatch | (541) 768-7800
veterans@samhealth.org
Hillsboro, OR | November 7, 2025
Jennifer Tinsley | (503) 808-1256
jennifer.tinsley2@va.gov
Sean Files | (503) 846-3047
sean_files@washingtoncountyor.gov
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WASHINGTON
Chelan, WA | September 13, 2025
Sierra Apple | (509) 986-9586
sierra.apple@va.gov
Butch Sims | (808) 430-1783
https://www.post6853.org
Carson, WA | September 19 - 20, 2025
Alan Martinez | (360) 696-4061 x34253
alan.martinez1@va.gov
Shannon See | (509) 427-3977
see@co.skamania.wa.us
Wenatchee, WA | September 20, 2025
Sierra Apple | (509) 986-9586
sierra.apple@va.gov
Jose Solis | (509) 393-2509
Vancouver, WA | September 26, 2025
Alan Martinez | (360) 696-4061, x34253
alan.martinez1@va.gov
Donna Settles | (360) 693-7030
standdown@ccvac.net
Moses Lake, WA | September 27, 2025
Sierra Apple | (509) 754-2011 x5255
sierra.apple@va.gov
Anthony Garcia | (509) 754-2011 x5255
agarcia@grantcountywa.gov
Longview, WA | October 3, 2025
Alan Martinez | (360) 696-4061 x34253
alan.martinez1@va.gov
Rhonda Black | (360) 749-2016
cowlitzveteranstanddown@gmail.com
Everett, WA | October 3, 2025
Sierra Apple | (509) 986-9586
sierra.apple@va.gov
Dave Lucas | (509) 540-3283
Dave.lucas.radio@gmail.com
Spokane, WA | October 4, 2025
Sierra Apple | (509) 986-9586
sierra.apple@va.gov
Dave Lucas | (509) 540-3283
Dave.lucas.radio@gmail.com
Walla Walla, WA | October 5, 2025
Edward Parker | (509) 525-5200
edward.parker2@va.gov
Wendy Cheng | (509) 524-2936
wcheng@co.walla-walla.wa.us
Yakima, WA | October 18, 2025
Edward Parker | (509) 540-5521
edward.parker2@va.gov
Ray Hernandez | (509) 574-1528
ray.hernandez@co.yakima.wa.us
Kennewick, WA | November 14, 2025
Anthony Chester | (509) 730-0782
anthony.chester@va.gov
Kelsey Lehto | (509) 545-6558
EXPO@COLUMBIABASINVETCENTER.ORG
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<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> New sweats and shirts/t-shirts up to size 4XL
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Coats/gloves | Seasonal Oct-March
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Men’s new sweatpants all sizes
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Men’s new boxer briefs in all sizes up to 3XL
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Women's sports bras (Med - 3XL)
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Wet weather gear - raincoats, umbrellas, boots
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Backpacks
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Sleeping bags
<https://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn20/images/checkbox.gif> Croc style, closed toe type slip on shoes, men's & women's popular sizes
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Mail to:
VA Portland Health Care System
Attn: Center for Development & Civic Engagement (P4VOL)
3710 SW US Veterans Hospital Road
Portland, OR 97239
Or in Southwest Washington, Vancouver:
VA Portland Health Care System
Attn: Center for Development & Civic Engagement (P4VOL)
1610 East Fourth Plain Blvd
Vancouver WA 98661
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About VISN 20 and NW MIRECC
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VA's NW MIRECC serves to improve the mental health and well-being of Veterans through research and dissemination of information to providers both within VA and the general public. VHA
continually evolves and cultivates ongoing cutting-edge medical research and innovation <https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.mirecc.va.gov%2Fvisn20%2FAbout_NWMIRECC%2Fnwmirecc-histor
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Service Network (VISN) 20 serves Alaska, Washington, Oregon, most of Idaho, and one county each in Montana and California. Operating across three time zones over 817,417 square miles,
VISN 20 is home to 273 federally recognized American Indian and Alaskan Native tribes. Spanning 23% of US land mass, VISN 20 is the largest geographic region of VA. NW MIRECC brings
together complementary research, education, and clinical programs from VA Puget Sound (VAPSHCS) and the VA Portland Health Care System (VAPORHCS). The collaborative approach to mental
health research, education and treatment has had a profound impact on the lives of Veterans.
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to improve the quality of life and function of Veterans by developing, evaluating, and promoting the implementation of effective treatments for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
and its complex comorbidities. PTSD comorbidities include the behavioral consequences of repetitive blast mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI), Substance Use Disorder (SUD), chronic pain
(in particular, post-concussive headaches), cognitive impairment, and increased risk for neurodegenerative disorders (chronic traumatic encephalopathy [CTE] and Alzheimer’s disease
[AD]). VA MIRECC's provide for the improvement of the provision of health-care services and related counseling services to eligible veterans suffering from mental illness (especially
mental illness related to service-related conditions) through—
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* the conduct of research (including research on improving mental health service facilities of the Department and on improving the delivery of mental health services by the Department);
* the education and training of health care personnel of the Department; and
* the development of improved models and systems for the furnishing of mental health services by the Department.
As part of the VISN 20 NW MIRECC mission to enhance access to mental health expertise, the NW MIRECC collaborates and consults with other MIRECCs and Centers of Excellence, as well as
with other VA, Department of Defense (DoD), Federal, State departments of Veterans Affairs, community agencies, and experts. The close geographic proximity (40 miles) of DoD Joint Base
Lewis-McChord/Madigan Army Medical Center to VAPSHCS has provided an exciting opportunity to develop innovative and productive research, education, and clinical care collaborations
with DoD personnel that address PTSD and its associated conditions in their early stages in active-duty Servicemembers.
VA ranks as one of the nation's leaders in health research. Every year, thousands of research studies are conducted at VA medical centers, outpatient clinics, and nursing homes. For
example, the VA has:
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* Developed artificial limbs that allow amputees to have more independence and better quality of life
* Invented the cardiac pacemaker
* Performed the first successful liver transplantation
* Developed the nicotine patch to help people stop smoking
* Played a major role in the development of the CT/CAT scan to view the inside of the body
* Tested new drugs and treatments for diseases such as AIDS, Diabetes, Alzheimer's and Osteoporosis
NW MIRECC research studies significantly contribute to advancements in our understanding of medical problems that lead to health improvements for Veterans and civilians alike. Research
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