Resources, News, and Events for Veterans in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties
What is the International Gavel Passing? Simply put it is a weekend of fun and camaraderie between the American Legion posts of North Central Washington and the Royal Canadian Legion branches of Central British Columbia. This tradition started in 1952 to celebrate friendship and common experiences across the border. On even number years, the event …
During August, we hosted a Veteran Services Survey, asking members of our community to share their thoughts and opinions on their County Veteran Service Officers and their Offices. We also asked some questions regarding the potential merger of Chelan County Veteran Service Office and Douglas County Veteran Service Office, to gauge the public’s knowledge and …
In accordance with WA RCW 73.08.035, each county in Washington state must establish a veterans’ advisory board, which shall advise the county legislative authority on the needs of local veterans, and the resources and programs available to benefit local veterans, and their families, in need. These advisory board meetings are open to the public. Schedules …
Hey everyone. I know it’s been a while and I’ve been kinda quiet, but things are shifting. I am finding more time to focus on the efforts needed here at NCW Veterans Info, along with a refresehd sense of purpose. Over the coming months, you may notice some changes here on the website. I’ve got …
Why is membership in Veteran Service Organizations like the VFW, American Legion, and DAV dropping? DAV fell below 1 million members in 2024 for the first time in 40 years. VFW is down to 1.5 million, about half of what it was 30 years ago. The American Legion is seeing the same steady decline. It’s …
The Dementia Friendly Chelan Douglas Coalition is excited to offer three upcoming Pop-Up Memory Café events this summer for individuals living with dementia or other cognitive changes and their care partners. These gatherings provide a welcoming, relaxed opportunity to connect with others, enjoy meaningful activities, and spend time together in our community. These events have …
From WDVA: The Yakima Convention Center hosted the 8th annual Serving Those Who Served (STWS) Conference on August 20–21, bringing together more than 300 attendees from 30 Washington counties and beyond. The conference saw numerous tribal representatives and more than 100 federal, state, county and nonprofit organizations present with a shared theme of putting ‘Veterans …
Official announcement from national VA: “This week, VA’s Office of Research and Development published three news briefs highlighting research findings on the effects of Gulf War exposures on heart disease risk, increasing non-VA prescriptions, and a potential new leukemia treatment. Gulf War exposures led to higher heart disease risk – Researchers with the VA Center …
From the WDVA website: “As we bid farewell to the Orting Veterans Farm, which ceased operations on July 1 due to completion of funding from a VA Rural Farms Grant, we reflect on the immense impact it has had on the community, the land, and the many Veterans who found purpose and healing through its …
As received from Heather Hill, Central WA Veterans Counseling: Mr. Bucholtz and Vet Center Leadership – Central Washington is facing a deadly crisis—one born not of sudden catastrophe, but of a long-standing failure to adequately support the mental health needs of our veteran community. The tragic loss of three young girls at the hands …
Art Semro Unit & Post 28 are raising money to benefit Inland Northwest Honor Flight, an organization that takes veterans to visit the Washington DC Memorials built in their honor. Eligible veterans include those who served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and now Desert Storm Veterans. The fundraiser includes a Taco/Nacho Feed (all you can eat …
OLYMPIA – On April 28, 2025, the Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR) formalized a partnership aimed at enhancing services for Native American Veterans and their families. This collaboration is made possible by a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) which allows WDVA to provide in-kind support and resources …