VFW Post 4368 Milford NH

11/23/2023

Upgraded PA system! Check out how good you can sound, and maybe find your new favorite place to sing.

11/23/2023

Hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving!

This Thanksgiving Day, as we gather with friends and family, we at the National Home would like to express our deepest thanks to our troops, veterans, and their families, for the sacrifices they have made to defend our freedoms.

We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to you. Because of your compassionate support, our safe haven for the families of America’s war heroes continues to help those in greatest need.

From the families and our entire staff at the National Home, may you and yours have a happy, healthy Thanksgiving holiday.

11/09/2023

Need a place to go on Thanksgiving? Pick up a ticket from a bartender by Monday 11/20/2023 to reserve a seat.
Call 603-673-9817 for more info!

11/04/2023

You have an EXTRA HOUR to sleep tonight! Come out and sing at the Milford VFW.

11/04/2023

11/04/2023

Messaging around smoke alarms and batteries is more nuanced now that newer smoke alarms often feature 10-year batteries. For those ending tomorrow, change clocks and check batteries, if needed. Test smoke alarms monthly. For more info: http://nfpa.social/AImp50Q40V7

11/04/2023

Here is our annual Veterans Day discounts list. It will continue to be updated as we learn of more nationally available Veterans Day discounts and meals.

10/22/2023

Ever wonder why Veterans Days is celebrated on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month?

09/23/2023

Practicing gratitude in your life has proven positive effects on health, relationships, sleep, grief and more. And it can be done in just one minute.

09/23/2023

WOW!! What an outpouring of support from the Brewers, Vinters & Distillers!! 26 are coming this year over the two-night event! $20 per person to enter the Tasting Tent and each patron gets 10 tasting tickets and a commemorative glass. Online ticket sales are now available at https://www.milfordpumpkinfestival.org/bws-tent
Thank you Xfinity for sponsoring the commemorative glasses!
w/Milford NH Lions Club

09/09/2023

: VA physical therapists can perform evaluations, treatments, reassessments, and discharges virtually.

Learn more on if virtual physical therapy is right for you:
https://www.myhealth.va.gov/ss20211112-physical-therapy-at-home

09/09/2023

Learn how to engage with homeless Veterans in a meaningful way, providing them with resources and hope for a better tomorrow.

08/30/2023

08/13/2023

If you have questions, the VA Privacy Service's new “Protecting Veteran Privacy” website has answers.

08/05/2023

Stella M. Lareau
Chief, Center for Development & Community Engagement
718 Smyth Road
Manchester, NH 03104
Cell: 603-851-4703
https://www.cdceportal.va.gov/donate_online/

Preferred food items for food pantry
(“canned” refers to anything shelf stable: can, box, pouch)

· Peanut butter (ok to accept other nut butters, including sunflower seed and soy nut)
· Canned fish and meats, tuna, salmon, chicken (prefer not high salt items like Spam, corned beef)
· Canned beans, all kinds
· Canned vegetables, low sodium are great, but not required
· Shelf stable packaged fruit in juice or light syrup
· Canned beef stew and soup
· Pasta (prefer plain, not seasoned due to high sodium)
· Rice (prefer plain rice, not seasoned due to high sodium)
· Shelf stable or powdered milk
· Some “treats” – okay to have 20% of the bag for more “indulgent” foods like cookies, crackers

We also make some bags specifically for veterans without access to cooking facilities, and these items are great for those:

§ Smaller (single serving) sizes
§ Peanut butter
§ Tuna packets
§ Crackers, graham crackers
§ “bars” – granola, protein, nut bars
§ Fruit cups
§ Regular protein shakes (not Boost or Ensure)
§ Canned ready to eat foods, such as: ravioli, beef stew, etc.

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07/29/2023

In this episode, theSITREP asks Mike Figlioli, Army Veteran and VFW Director of National Veterans Services, about the meaning of Presumptive Condition and ho...

07/15/2023

Vietnam Memorial planned to go near down town Milford by 2025. Help us reach our goal to honor all the Milford residents who served in the military during the Vietnam Era.

07/15/2023

Were you exposed to toxic chemicals while in the service? Free information to help if you were.

06/24/2023

By participating in the Technical Career Field (TCF) program at VA, you can gain valuable knowledge of VA operations and set yourself up for a promising career.

04/22/2023

Enjoy some cold drinks and hot karaoke!

04/22/2023

VFW National Home Donation Requests

04/15/2023

Veteran's Benefits In New Hampshire:

New Hampshire Veteran's and Dependent Families Relief:
War Veterans and their dependent Families who are unable to support themselves shall be supported at public expense in the town or city in which they live. (RSA 165:5 )

New Hampshire State Veterans' Home: Located at Tilton, the Veterans' Home is a 250-bed facility, with 100 beds assigned to residents with dementia. The Veterans' Home is an intermediate, long-term care facility populated by nearly 400
staff. NHVH has formalized agreements with both the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and local hospitals for inpatient
hospitalization and specialized outpatient care. Contact the Veterans’ Home at (603) 527-4400 to determine eligibility.
(RSA 119:9 )

New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery: Veterans, discharged under honorable conditions, and their dependents
who meet the criteria of eligibility are eligible for burial in the State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH. The cemetery
opened in September 1997. NH residency is not a requirement. Contact the State Veterans Cemetery at (603) 796-2026
for information or to determine eligibility. (RSA 110-B-74 )

Burial for Indigent New Hampshire Veterans: Indigent Veterans may be buried at the expense of the municipality in
which the Veteran died. (RSA 165:16 , RSA 165:17 )

Free Copies of Public Records for New Hampshire Veterans and Dependents: Copies of public records are provided
free when needed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to determine eligibility for benefits. The State Veterans
Council and its Veterans Service Officers shall assist Veterans and dependents in obtaining benefits to which entitled under
state or federal laws or regulations. (RSA 115:6 , RSA 115:7

04/09/2023

Interested in being a vendor at the Keyes Summer Bash? Or looking to be the food truck of choice for hundreds of people? How about a business that has a truck or equipment, and you want free advertising? We have all of that available!
Get a head start now!
Vendor Registration: https://milfordnh.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1781

Food Truck Registration: https://milfordnh.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1863

Touch a Truck Registration: https://milfordnh.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=1864

03/29/2023

Temple-based Equine Immersion Project supports military and first responders providing support therapy with horses.

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To find out more about the Equine Immersion Project, visit equineimmersionproject.com/.

The Equine Immersion Project provides services at no cost to participants. Funding comes from foundations, federal grants, and private donations.

We are honored to serve those who have served in all branches; all eras, all family members, all support persons and all caregivers. All programming is provided at no charge to the Veteran and supporters. Partner with horses and our team to:

03/19/2023

VFW Crowns 2023 National Youth Scholarship Winners

Tennessee high school sophomore takes home first place $35,000 scholarship

WASHINGTON (March 6, 2023) – Tonight, during the 76th annual Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Parade of Winners ceremony, the organization proudly presented more than $171,000 in scholarships and awards as it named the national winners of its 2023 Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen youth scholarship competitions.

Sponsored by Twisted X, the Parade of Winners event featured the 53 national VFW Department (state) winners, along with Twisted X CEO and president, Prasad Reddy.

VFW National Commander Tim Borland was joined by VFW Auxiliary President Jane Reape to present this year’s national Voice of Democracy first place winner, Scotland Stewart, with the top $35,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship. Stewart, a sophomore at Franklin County High School in Wi******er, Tennessee, was sponsored by VFW Post 1893 in Estill Springs, Tennessee. Watch as he delivered his winning essay during this evening’s ceremony on this year’s theme, “Why is the Veteran Important?”

Second place winner Siri Corson, a junior at Fillmore Central High School in Harmony, Minnesota, sponsored by VFW Post 6893 and its Auxiliary in Preston, Minnesota, was awarded the $21,000 Charles Kuralt Memorial Scholarship. Gina Wierzbowski, a senior at Mystic Valley Regional Charter School in Malden, Massachusetts, sponsored by VFW Post 620 located in Stoneham, Massachusetts, was named the third place winner and awarded the $15,000 VFW Scholarship. All other state winners received at least a $1,000 college scholarship. See the complete list of 2023 Voice of Democracy national winners.

Also featured during tonight’s awards ceremony was the 2023 Patriot’s Pen first place winner, Leighton Peters. Sponsored by VFW Post 2204 and its Auxiliary in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Peters was awarded the top Patriot’s Pen prize of $5,000. Watch as she delivered her winning essay during this evening's ceremony on this year’s theme, “My Pledge to Our Veterans.”

The Patriot’s Pen second place winner, Nolan Green, sponsored by VFW Post 8731 in Monticello, Minnesota, will receive a $4,000 award, while third place winner Makayla Cole, sponsored by VFW Post 5675 and its Auxiliary in Odessa, Missouri, will receive a $3,500 See the complete list of 2023 Patriot’s Pen national winners.

02/26/2023

The Office of General Counsel’s Honors Attorney Program offers a chance to move from law clerk to attorney as soon as you pass the BAR.

02/26/2023

Join us this Tuesday, February 28th at 10am for Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire presented by NH Fish and Wildlife! This in-person program will discuss the natural history of these intriguing mammals, their habitat needs, and ways to avoid potentially costly conflicts.

Registration is required for this event. To register, please click here: https://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=WAD&curID=626766&CFID=73942866&CFTOKEN=a7669d00d74885ac-5745A902-D4AE-528A-5350F10285749735

02/12/2023

Cancer affects 1 in 3 people in the U.S., and many more indirectly. VA researchers are working to understand its causes and are finding new drugs and therapies for treating Veterans. Early detection can be key to preventing serious consequences from cancer. Talk to your doctor. https://www.research.va.gov/topics/cancer.cfm

02/11/2023

If you served during the Vietnam era, you may now be eligible for VA health care or other benefits. To learn more and check your eligibility, visit VA.gov/PACT.

02/11/2023

Public Meeting and Input Session: Downtown Pedestrian and Transportation Improvement Project - Please see the flyer below for more details - in-person and hybrid options to participate
Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at 6:00 PM in the Milford Town Hall Auditorium, 1 Union Square, Milford, NH. This project is funded through a combination of Federal and local funds already appropriated by Milford voters.
https://www.milford.nh.gov/planning-board/events/63621