Grand Junction to host symposium for veterans on Thursday
A symposium in Grand Junction aims to empower veterans by providing essential information regarding available resources and benefits.
The Veterans Aging and Survivors Benefits Symposium will take place 1-3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Western Region One Source in Grand Junction.
This event is organized by several community partners, including the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Colorado Department of Military and Veteran Affairs, the Mesa County Veterans Service Office, the Rifle Veterans Assisted Living Center and the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado.
The symposium will provide essential information regarding available resources and benefits, enhancing the understanding of the aging veteran community, and will offer attendees an opportunity to connect with experts and explore resources tailored to their needs.
Key topics to be addressed during the symposium include living wills and caregiver support, offering guidance on future planning, Veterans Benefits Association survivor benefits, and providing an overview of benefits available to veteran families. Topics will also include ways to ensure families are informed about important details, insights into the Rifle Veterans Assisted Living Home and available assisted living options, along with support services offered by the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado.
For further information, individuals can contact Mesa County VSO Tony Lee at 970-248-2733.
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