The Catskill Chronicle

MONTICELLO, NY (February 12, 2012) – The Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency will be hosting a Veteran’s open house in the main lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello on February 28 between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. 

Gene Benson, Chairman of the Sullivan County Veterans Committee said, "This is a great opportunity educate our veterans about the services that are available to them for their unselfish service to our country."

The VA Hudson Valley Healthcare System will be registering Veterans for VA healthcare services, taking photos for VA medical ID cards and providing hypertension screening.

The Sullivan County Clerk’s Office will be providing their FAVOR Veteran Discount Cards to eligible Veterans. These cards will entitle the holders to discounts or services from Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce participants.

Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development will be available to discuss home energy audits and energy efficiency retrofits.

The New York State Department of Labor will be present along with other providers to assist with job opportunities and resume consultation.

Other Veteran focused information and opportunities will be available at this time.

For more information, please contact John Crotty 845-807-0233.