DVA News
Wreaths Across America - Multiple Locations
Published: 12/13/2018
Dec. 11, 2018
Washington Cemeteries to Honor Veterans with “Wreaths Across America”
Olympia – On December 15, volunteer groups will gather at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, Washington Veterans Home Cemetery in Port Orchard, and Washington Soldiers Home in Orting. In addition, many other Washington… read more
Questions & Answers: Burial Flags
Published: 12/12/2018
Burial Flags
Why Does VA Provide a Burial Flag?
[Folded burial flag] A United States flag is provided, at no cost, to drape the casket or accompany the urn of a deceased Veteran who served honorably in the U. S. Armed Forces. It is furnished to honor the memory of a Veteran’s military service to his or her country. VA will furnish a burial flag for memorialization for an other… read more
Transition Council Launches Spouse Employment Initiative - Veterans Employee Resource Group
Published: 12/12/2018
Transition Council Launches Spouse Employment Initiative
If you are not already familiar with the Washington State Military Transition Council (WSMTC), it was established in the same executive order that created the VERG. However, instead of focusing only on state government, the WSMTC focuses on veteran and military family employment across the entire state.
Consisting of… read more
Congratulations to Jim Sims, the new Washington State Director of the Selective Service!
Published: 11/21/2018
Congratulations to Jim Sims, the new Washington State Director of the Selective Service! Jim is also a member of the Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee and many other Veterans Organizations such as the Military Order of the Purple Heart and Veterans Legislative Coalition. On November 20, the U.S. Director of the Selective Service, Don Benton, visited the Washington State Capitol… read more
WDVA Announces Selection of Linda Fairbank for Clinical Compliance Director Position
Published: 11/16/2018
November 16, 2018
Olympia – WDVA is pleased to announce the selection of Linda Fairbank to serve in the new position of Clinical Compliance Director for Washington’s State Veterans Homes.
The Clinical Compliance Director position was established to increase consistency in care and practice between the four State Veterans Homes, and offer greater… read more
World War I Centennial and Veterans Day Event to be Held in Olympia
Published: 11/05/2018
World War I Centennial and Veterans Day Event to be Held in Olympia
Olympia – On November 11, 2018 the world and Washington State will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended the fighting in World War I at 11:00 a.m., November 11, 1918 -- the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.
The Thurston County Veterans Council (TCVC) and Washington… read more
Governor's Proclamation - WWI Centennial / Veterans Day
Published: 11/02/2018
Proclamation
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces have been vital in maintaining our freedoms and way of life; and
WHEREAS, a century ago 4.7 million American families sent their sons and daughters off to World War I; and
WHEREAS, 116,516 Americans died from combat and disease and another 200,000… read more
Governor's Proclamation - Bells of Peace
Published: 11/02/2018
Proclamation
WHEREAS, a century ago 4.7 million American families sent their sons and daughters off to World War I; and
WHEREAS, the resources of our entire nation were brought to bear on the war effort; and
WHEREAS, 116,516 Americans gave their lives in the war, and more than 200,000 were wounded; and
WHEREAS, the tolling of bells is a traditional expression of… read more
K9s For Warriors - Because Together We Stand
Published: 10/31/2018
MEET James and Dunkin
James Rutland is a 12-year Army veteran who served a tour of duty in Iraq in 2004, followed by two more tours in South Korea. He left the military in 2014, suffering from multiple medical conditions related to his service, including mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), sleep apnea, and hearing loss, to name a few.
Most importantly, he suffered from depression… read more
MEDIA RELEASE - Washington States Outstanding Service to Veterans Awardees to be honored in Auburn
Published: 10/30/2018
For Immediate Release
Date: Oct. 30, 2018
Contact: Heidi Audette
Phone: 360-725-2154
Washington States Outstanding Service to Veterans Awardees to be honored in Auburn
Nine Washington residents will be honored on Saturday, November 10 with Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards for their contributions to Washington State’s veterans… read more