Veterans of Foreign Wars Department Wisconsin http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/ en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:43:16 -0500 Policlicks LLC Comprehensive Study Will Help VA Provide High-Quality Care WASHINGTON (Nov. 19, 2009) -Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is launching a comprehensive study of women Veterans who served in the military during the Vietnam War to explore the effects of their military service upon their mental and physical health.   "One of my top priorities is to meet the needs of women Veterans," said Secretary Shinseki. "Our Veterans have earned the very best care. VA realizes that women Veterans require specialized programs, and this study will help VA provide high-quality care for women Veterans of the Vietnam era." http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218713/ Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:15:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218713/ The following staff changes have been implemented – 1.      Randy Nitschke is the Acting Administrator for the Division of Veterans Homes. He has a total of over 20 years healthcare experience in both the private and government sectors. That experience mixed with his proven leadership will keep our homes moving in the right direction. 2.      Pat Shaughnessy is Acting Commandant at the Veterans Home-Union Grove. Pat has a long history of healthcare experience in both the private and government sectors as well. I have a lot of faith in Mr. Shaughnessy’s ability to keep Union Grove successful. 3.      Bill Crowley is returning as the Commandant at the Veterans Home-King. Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) looked into referrals concerning certain transactions involving the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King (WVH-King) and found that neither criminal violations nor misconduct in public office occurred. With that news, it is only appropriate that Mr. Crowley should return.     JOHN A. SCOCOS Secretary Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218365/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:06:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218365/     Gubernatorial Executive Orders pertaining to special flag display are binding only on state office buildings and facilities. Individuals and other organizations are invited to join the state in this display of respect at their own volition. VFW Posts are encouraged to participate in honoring our war dead in like manner. http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218016/ Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:40:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/218016/     Gubernatorial Executive Orders pertaining to special flag display are binding only on state office buildings and facilities. Individuals and other organizations are invited to join the state in this display of respect at their own volition. VFW Posts are encouraged to participate in honoring our war dead in like manner. http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/217002/ Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:44:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/217002/ Visit Our Site! | Send Us A Message! | Image Map http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/215990/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:07:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/215990/ The Home Depot has once again revised their grant program which is now entitled “Building Healthy Community Grants.“ VFW Posts are eligible to apply for up to $2,500 in Home Depot gift cards to be used for remodeling activities to their Post building. Visit Department of Wisconsin to learn more. http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/215308/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:32:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/215308/ ENJOY THE VIDEO & HAVE A GREAT DAY! Find more videos like this on My VFW WebCOM http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214298/ Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:41:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214298/   Brown County VFW Council Meeting Minutes February 12, 2009   Commander Al Malewiski held opening ceremonies at Suamico Post 9409 at 2000 hours; followed by salute to colors, opening prayer and pledge of allegiance.   GUESTS PRESENT: Wilfred “Twiggy” Johnson, Department of Wisconsin Sr. Vice Commander.   ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:  10 present, 1 absent, 0 excused. 23 total members present.   ROLL CALL OF POSTS: Seven posts were present: Ashwaubenon, Duck Creek, DePere, Denmark, Pulaski, Suamico and Green Bay. There were numerous activities performed by the posts present, covering the period from October 15, 2008 – February 12, 2009 representing 1,909 hours, 182 members, 7,567 miles and approximately $33,381 by the 7 posts present for the good of the organization and veterans. (Details on file with adjutant) Two posts were absent: Bellevue and Oneida. We would appreciate your activity reports for each quarter at the meetings and if your post is unable to be represented at the meeting send your reports to the adjutant, Bruce Sorensen, 2113 Rainbow Dr., Green Bay, WI. 54313-7804 or e-mail them to: bsorensen@new.rr.com.   READING OF THE MINUTES: Minutes of October 15, 2008 meeting were read and approved.   QUARTERMASTER REPORT: Beginning balance $1,264.47. Ending balance $1,136.97. MMSC to accept the report subject to audit which will occur following the meeting.   QM reported that Oneida paid their dues in January. All Council posts are current with dues. It is not too early for posts to begin planning to pay their $10.00 dues assessment for the VFW year 2009-2010.  Send dues to QM, Patrick J. Moran, 1225 Suburban Drive, DePere, WI 54115-1829.   COMRADES IN DISTRESS:  None   MEMBERSHIP:  There are no BCC posts who have reached 100%; as of this meeting the Council is 92% membership: Green Bay is at 90% - 26 short             DePere is at 96.88% - 5 short Denmark is at 88.66% - 11 short                      Duck Creek is at 94.17% - 13 short Oneida is at 87.64% - 11 short             Suamico is at 87.93% - 7 short Bellevue is at 91.3% - 16 short             Pulaski is at 97.67% - 2 short Ashwaubenon is at 94.25% - 5 short   REPORTING: The goal for Posts in the BCC is to report in all required activities this year which can be found in Commander Gary Erickson’s commanders manual. The new reporting form has changed and can be accessed in the manual you received or by going on-line to the website. If you submit your reports on-line please print a copy for your records.   NATIONAL HOME REMEMBERED @ 2030 HOURS   UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Commander Al on the following issues: At the most recent 8th District meeting on February 8 at Ashwaubenon only 17 of 38 posts was present. It is a by-law requirement for each of the 38 posts to send one delegate to every 8th District, Department, or County Council meeting. 8th District voted to change by-laws so that at some future point, if needed, the dues assessment for the district can be raised. Changes will be ratified at Spring District meeting. Reminded all posts to purchase poppies. The report is now accessible on-line. Service Officer Report is now on line. Recognized the District VOD and Patriot Pen program chairpersons and elaborated on this years program results. Posts please sarmark your checks when making donations.   NEW BUSINESS: Bob Collins of Green Bay Post 2037 reported that the Green Bay Post 2037 is healthy with a new QM, current records and will be holding their meetings at the AMVETS club.   Loyalty Day is April 25, 2009 in Lancaster, WI. In 2010 under Wilfred “Twiggy” Johnson’s department leadership the Loyalty Day will be in Village of Howard the last Saturday in April. Posts in the Brown County Council should all plan to participate in this event.   MMSC for the Council to donate $100 the CP Telethon to be held March 8, 2009 at TV Channel 2’s building downtown. Dave Behrend will be representing the VFW; please join him as he has a time slot at 11:30am.   MMSC for the Council to purchase $100 worth of State raffle tickets.   Salute to Veterans will be a different this year. It will be held March 31 and start at the WDVA facility for pre briefing and then move to the Capital to visit legislators. The process will be similar to the legislative events held during the Washington Conferences.   GOOD OF THE ORDER: Department Sr. Vice Commander Johnson spoke on the following subjects: King finally received their Bus Coach and will be putting in to use. It can be adjusted to hold more wheel chairs than seating or vice versa. Updated group on the results of the King fund embezzlement. Know funds that were taken have been returned. Person is working on the Huber Law for 9 months and will be on probation for 4 years and cannot have any conversations with veterans.   Dave spoke of the Sears initiative “Operation Home Front” and the Washington initiative “Rebuilding Together for Veterans.”   The 8th District spring meeting will be sponsored by Appleton Post 2778 and will be held May 2, 2009 at 11:30am for lunch, meeting to follow at 1:00pm.   The new, KI, $400 office chair that was donated by the 432nd to Dave Behrend, will be the BCC’s next raffle item. Tickets will be $2.00 a piece or 3 for $5.00.  The drawing will be held at the 8th District spring meeting. Thanks Dave for your generosity.   MMSC: to adjourn at 2110 hours. The next Brown County VFW Council meeting will be held Thursday, May 21, 2009 at Green Bay Post 2037 @ 2000 hours. Green Bay Post meets at the AMVETS club located at 1807 North Irwin Avenue in Green Bay.  (Mark your calendars!)   At the Spring Council meeting we will hold nomination, elections and installation of Council Officers for the 2009-2010 VFW year.   The 50/50 raffle was won by Stephen Kidd of Ashwaubenon Post 10244.                                                                                       Respectfully Submitted,                                                                                     Bruce Sorensen, Adjutant                                                                                     Brown County VFW Council http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214285/ Sat, 28 Feb 2009 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214285/   The VFW Department of Wisconsin has an opening for the position of Department Service Officer at the VA Regional Office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.   Candidates for the position must be eligible for membership in the Veterans of Foreign Wars.   The Service Officer manages a staff in providing professional representation for veterans seeking federal, hospital benefits. The individual should have advanced human relations and management skills, to enable them to serve as liaison with various governmental agencies, supervision and training of office staff, and coordination and dissemination of information on veteran’s benefits throughout our VFW membership.   This individual provides advice and technical assistance based on knowledge of mental and physical illnesses and disabilities. An Associates Degree in Medical Technology or experience in adjudicating medical claims with insurance carriers is desirable.   Skill is required interpreting and disseminating information about Title 38 USC and Department of Veterans Affairs policies, court decisions, and government statutes, Title 38 CFR regulations, directives and publications.   Computer knowledge to include software applications and case management techniques and other office machine applications used in a fully automated office is essential.   Salary commensurate (based on experience), but not less than $30,000. Benefits include: VFW retirement plan, life insurance and health insurance.   Application Deadline is December 15, 2009.   Resumes and a cover letter explaining why you are the best qualified candidate should be sent to:   Veterans of Foreign Wars, Department of Wisconsin Attention Steve Lawrence, Quartermaster P.O. Box 1623 Madison, WI   53701-1623.     http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214281/ Sat, 7 Nov 2009 09:04:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/214281/     http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/213935/ Fri, 6 Nov 2009 07:42:00 -0500 http://www.vfwwebcom.org/wi/dist8/213935/