RockVets Newsletter - April 2025

Thursday, April 3rd, 2025: Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter #333 -- monthly meeting is usually held on the first Thursday of each month, at Kearsing-Edwards American Legion Post #1600, 20 Station Road, Pomona, New York 10970. VVA 333 will hold their usual monthly meeting on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025. The VVA Board meets at 6:30 p.m. and the Membership meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. If you prefer to attend online, please use ZOOM link:

JOHN MASTANDREA's Zoom Meeting
Thursday Apr 3, 2025 ⋅ 6:15pm – 10pm (Eastern Time - New York)
JOHN MASTANDREA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85284424628?pwd=HkW9io7Nvk89b7QnYg8kFLe07yABVO.1
Meeting ID: 852 8442 4628
Passcode: 600290
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kBvUEcROB

Friday, April 4th, 2025: Veterans Game Day Social Luncheon - (Friday) from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Community Center Town of Clarkstown - Auditorium located at 31 Zukor Road, New City, New York 10956. All Veterans and their spouses, Caregivers and Gold Star families are welcome to join us to play games including BINGO and TRIVIA for prizes. It’s time to come out, get together, socialize, eat lunch and have fun! This event is provided free of charge by Vet to Vet. There is plenty of parking available and the auditorium is very large with plenty of room for folks to spread out and maintain social distance if they choose to do so. Doors open at 10:40 am. RSVP: Required for Lunch! Contact us and reserve your seat early as we need a proper head count to order the catered meal. Please contact Izzy Quintana at email iquintana@vettovetrc.org or call 845-587-6497 to reserve a seat or if you have further questions

Friday, April 4th, 2025: Veterans Golf Social, hosted by VFW Post 9215 and Golfzon Social of West Nyack. On Friday, April 4th, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., veterans are invited to participate in this Veterans Golf Social at Golfzon Social at the Palisades Mall.
Golfzon Social at the Palisades Mall - https://golfzonsocial.com/locations/west-nyack/

Bring your clubs! Please RSVP to VFW post 9215 via email: vfwpost9215unny@gmail.com
Food and Drinks are not included. Golfzon is generously providing free simulator time.
This is a free event for Veterans and a great way to see everyone, hang out and let loose, not to mention play a round of golf on a cool simulator.

Friday, April 4, 2025: Vietnam Memories Program at Felix Festa Middle School in West Nyack. There will be an Assembly at 9:52 a.m. and another at 10:41 a.m. Veterans are welcome to attend the Assembly and find out about the Vietnam Memories Program. Teaching sessions will run from Friday, April 4th, 2025 through Friday, April 11th, 2025.

Sunday, April 13, 2025: Nyack Street Fair: Members of Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter #333 will be participating at the Nyack Street Fair. Stop by and say hello.

Sunday, April 27, 2025: VVA Chapter #333 will have a Fundraiser at the Shop Rite in Pearl River New York. It begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m.

Monday, April 28, 2025: Vietnam Memories Program will be held at Suffern Middle School starting on Monday, April 28th, 2025. There will be an Assembly at 9:00 a.m. Teaching starts at 11:15 a.m. on Monday, April 28th and continues through Thursday, May 1st, 2025. Veterans are welcome to attend the Assembly and find out about the Vietnam Memories Program.

Saturday, June 7th, 2025: VVA #333 Annual Pig Roast from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m.

HOSTED BY VIETNAM VETERANS -- CHAPTER 333

Saturday, June 7, 2025

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL PIG ROAST

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

**RAIN OR SHINE**

FUN-FILLED FAMILY DAY!

GOOD FOOD, BEVERAGES, MUSIC!

LOCATION: AMERICAN LEGION POST 1600

20 STATION ROAD, POMONA, NY 10970

MENU: PIG ROAST PLUS - HAMBURGERS - HOT DOGS - SALADS

DISCOUNTED RATE: TICKETS ARE PRICED AT $30.00 PER PERSON IF

PURCHASED VIA CHECK BY MAIL OR DROP OFF AT AMERICAN

LEGION HALL MONDAY - FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 8:00PM BEFORE MAY 23, 2025.

*CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS OLD - FREE*

$35.00 PER PERSON FOR TICKETS PURCHASED AT THE DOOR

CHECKS PAYABLE: VA 333, P.0. Box 243 NEW CITY, NY 10956

ATTENTION: ANNUAL PIG ROAST

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Email: ______________________________________________________________________________
Check #: _______________
# of tickets: ___________
Amount: _____________

Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter #333 -- monthly meeting is usually held on the first Thursday of each month, at Kearsing-Edwards American Legion Post #1600, 20 Station Road, Pomona, New York 10970.

VVA 333 will hold their usual monthly meeting on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025. The VVA Board meets at 6:30 p.m. for the Membership meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.

The Chapter welcomes current, former and prospective VVA members to attend. The meetings are held at the Kearsing-Edwards American Legion Post #1600, 20 Station Road, Pomona, New York.

JOHN MASTANDREA is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
John's cell phone number is 845-821-4202. If you have difficulty getting onto the Zoom meeting, give John a call.

JOHN MASTANDREA's Zoom Meeting
Thursday Apr 3, 2025 ⋅ 6:15pm – 10pm (Eastern Time - New York)
Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85284424628?pwd=HkW9io7Nvk89b7QnYg8kFLe07yABVO.1
Meeting ID: 852 8442 4628
Passcode: 600290
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kBvUEcROB

Also check out the VVA #333 website created and maintained by Debby Frank. Below is a link to lots of great information such as: V.A. Info, Officers and Past Presidents, Fallen Heroes, Our Members Then, Members in Action, Veteran of The Year, RockVets Newsletters, Watchfires, Pig Roast, Momentos at The Wall, Handcycles Program, 529 Educational Program, Merchandise, Jerry Donnellan -- Founder of Chapter 333, Scholarships, Applications, Gene Sullivan Service Award, VVA National Convention, 30th Anniversary of Chapter 333, Street dedication ceremony for one of Rockland's KIAs, James Margro, and so on. Much thanks to Debby Frank for maintaining the website.

And for those who have not done so yet, please send a picture of yourself in uniform so Debby can add it to the VVA website. Send photos to EJF308@aol.com.
The VVA #333 website address is: http://vva333.com

Vet-to-Vet: Special Events
THE ROCKLAND COUNTY JOSEPH P. DWYER
VETERAN PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM
WEEKLY WELLNESS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR VETS

Friday, April 4th, 2025: Veterans Game Day Social Luncheon - (Friday) from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Community Center Town of Clarkstown - Auditorium located at 31 Zukor Road, New City, New York 10956. All Veterans and their spouses, Caregivers and Gold Star families are welcome to join us to play games including BINGO and TRIVIA for prizes. It’s time to come out, get together, socialize, eat lunch and have fun! This event is provided free of charge by Vet to Vet. There is plenty of parking available and the auditorium is very large with plenty of room for folks to spread out and maintain social distance if they choose to do so. Doors open at 10:40 am. RSVP: Required for Lunch! Contact us and reserve your seat early as we need a proper head count to order the catered meal. Please contact Izzy Quintana at email iquintana@vettovetrc.org or call 845-587-6497 to reserve a seat or if you have further questions.

Veterans Accessible Transportation
BRIDGES offers free door-to-door service to and from VA facilities in Montrose and Castle Point. A two week notice for scheduling or cancellations is required. Donations are welcomed. To schedule or learn more, call 845-624-1366 Ext. 139.

THE ROCKLAND COUNTY JOSEPH P. DWYER
VETERAN PEER SUPPORT PROGRAM
WEEKLY WELLNESS ACTIVITIES

MEDITATION - Weekly - (M, W & F) - 9-9:30 am. Class elicits deep relaxation and helps reduce stress and anxiety with experienced Instructor Brett Cotter (Stress is Gone Founder and Author of 3 Keys To Managing PTSD). Online virtual event you can experience via Zoom. Meeting ID 983 8404 0455; Passcode: join or Click here for link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/98384040455?pwd=djE3VGhUTDJzRU1HMEJ6bnJxa3E2QT09

VETERANS WALKING CLUB - Weekly - (Wednesdays) 9:30 am at PALISADES CENTER. Meet in front of BRIDGES, 2nd Floor, next door to Autobahn Indoor Speedway. We will walk between 45 minutes to an hour. Join a fast pace group, slow pace group or walk at your own pace for however long you want. The mall offers us a comfortable indoor venue regardless of the weather outdoors where we can gather together in camaraderie and get some fitness and exercise while we gewalking

GENTLE YOGA - Weekly - (Wednesdays & Fridays) - 7-8 pm & again on (Sundays) 10-11:15 am. Virtual session via Zoom. Yoga is extremely beneficial for your physical and mental health. Instructor Mira Stangl is a 500 hour Yoga-Alliance Certified Teacher With Extensive Training in PTSD and Restorative Yoga. If interested in attending email iquintana@vettovetrc.org. Then you'll be registered to get invitations to each session.

QIGONG - Weekly - (Thursdays) from 9-10 am. (Ancient Chinese Exercise). Gentle meditative exercises based on the cultivation and refinement of Universal Life Energy known as Qi. Practicing this exercise reduces pain, stress and anxiety, improves physical fitness and improves immune function and vitality. Instructor Norman Galinsky, MFA has over 36 years experience in the art. If interested in attending or have questions, contact Izzy Quintana at email iquintana@vettovetrc.org

Ismael (Izzy) Quintana
Veteran Outreach Coordinator
Joseph P. Dwyer
Veteran Peer Support Program
Rockland County (Vet to Vet)
Cell: (845) 587-6497

How VA is taking action to prevent Veteran Suicide

2024 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report
March 15, 2025
Matthew Miller
Executive Director, Suicide Prevention

We recently released our 2024 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report, which, in addition to data, highlights seven strategies we’re taking to support Veterans.
In this story—the first in a series of two—we’ll talk about the first two strategies we’re taking throughout the next year and beyond to meet Veterans where they are and with the resources they need.

Promoting secure firearm storage
With firearms being the most common means of suicide among Veterans, discussions about secure firearm storage are critical. Research shows a suicide crisis is usually brief, and securely storing firearms puts time and space between a Veteran and a firearm.
This can allow thoughts of suicide to decrease before a Veteran can access a firearm. It’s also important to remember most people attempting suicide won’t change their method if their attempt is interrupted. Meaning if a Veteran in crisis is trying to access a gun, a barrier could save their life as they’re less likely to try another means.

Keep It Secure provides Veterans, their families and communities with resources and information on how to securely store firearms. In addition, VA distributes free cable gun locks through VA medical centers, community organizations and local law enforcement agencies (find VA locations through our Resource Locator).

VA also offers VA S.A.V.E. training, which is a free, brief, online or in-person course that will help you provide care and compassion if you come across a Veteran who is in crisis or having thoughts of suicide.

Building and sustaining community collaborations
Our mission is to reduce Veteran suicide, but we can’t do it alone. That’s why we partner with groups across the country to reach as many Veterans as possible. Community-Based Interventions for Suicide Prevention (CBI-SP)works with nearly 2,500 local coalitions nationwide. Together, we provide resources and services in places where more than 70% of Veterans live.
CBI-SP focuses on identifying at-risk Veterans, promoting care transitions and enhancing safety planning. We recently launched new initiatives to address suicide among American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans who have some of the highest suicide rates among those who receive VA care.

CBI-SP has provided $4 million in cooperative agreements to increase reviews of health records to gather information to help prevent future Veteran suicides.

Through a partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation, we work with firearm retailers and range owners to encourage secure firearm storage practices. This provides effective actions Veterans and their loved ones can take during times of suicide crises to potentially save lives.

Ongoing and future efforts in Veteran Suicide Prevention
Supporting Veterans is a mission we all share. VA alone cannot end Veteran suicide. Together, we can create a compassionate, supportive network to empower Veterans, and to reassure them that help is available, they are valued and there is hope. Stay tuned for our next article, which highlights the next five strategies we’re focusing on in 2025.

Freedom Award Ceremony - 2025 Honoree

The Rockland County 2025 Freedom Award Ceremony Honoring Women in Service was held on Monday, March 24, 2025 at American Legion Post 1682 in New City.

Photo of Honoree Lisa Rubio with Rockland County Executive, Ed Day - 3/24/2025

2025 Freedom Awardee is Marine, Staff Sergeant Elizabeth "Lisa" Rubio
Keynote speaker was Edie Meeks who served as an Army Vietnam Nurse

Press Release -- Office of the Rockland County Executive -- March 24, 2025

New City, NY - County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency recognized a female veteran with the Freedom Award Monday, an annual County honor made to female veterans for outstanding service to our nation.

"Acknowledging those who have worked and sacrificed to protect the freedoms we enjoy is crucial,” said County Executive Ed Day. “Particularly women whose contributions to building and protecting our country have long been overlooked.”

The 2025 Freedom Award was presented to Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Veteran Elizabeth “Lisa” Rubio.

Rubio, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, served honorably from 2011 to 2019, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. Throughout her career, she held key roles across multiple commands, including Marine Corps Recruiting Command and U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command. A dedicated leader, she supported multinational training exercises, mentored recruits, and earned multiple commendations, including two Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals.

After her military service, Lisa continued her commitment to others as a Veterans Service Officer in the County of Rockland, securing $12 million in benefits for local veterans and surviving spouses. Now pursuing a law degree, she remains devoted to advocacy and service.

“I am so proud to present this award to Lisa who not only has been a trailblazer as a female Marine, but a dedicated Veteran Service Officer, and now is completing her first year in law school. I have no doubt that she will continue to do well and serve as an inspiration to future generations,” said Veterans Service Agency Director Susan Branam.

“We thank Lisa for her bravery and continued commitment to our residents. We are proud to list your name among the women recipients of the Rockland County Freedom Award in years past,” concluded County Executive Day.

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The Rockland County Veterans Service Agency is located at 20 Squadron Blvd., Suite 101, New City, New York 10956. To set up an appointment with a veterans' counselor, call the office between Monday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 845-638-5244.

Rockland County Veterans Service Agency has a Food Pantry at their office -- 20 Squadron Blvd., Suite 101 (they have moved to the 1st floor).

Items they are hoping for include:

Canned fruit - peaches and other canned fruit, canned chili, mayonnaise, ketchup, coffee, nuts, trail-mix, Heat and Eat meals, men's deodorant, and paper products -- toilet tissue, paper plates, napkins, tissues. The office is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For further information, please call the office at 845-638-5244.

Faces of Freedom -- Oral Histories and Portraits of the Men and Women that Defend Our Country

I never served in the military, and I never had to make the sacrifices US military veterans have made. I decided I wanted to do something to show my gratitude to our veterans and I began my project which I call Faces of Freedom.

The project consists of interviews and photographs. I meet with veterans, record their personal history, and take their photo. I print the photo in black and white, frame it and present it to each veteran at no charge. The interview covers each veteran’s life before, during and after their time in the service. Each veteran has the opportunity to make any changes to their bio before it is finalized. I make no money from this project and the photos are free to each veteran.

Currently these photos and bios appear on my website www.facesoffreedom.us. They also appear on my Facebook page and the photos and stories of the WWII veterans have been sent to the National WWII Museum for their archives. There are currently 80 interviews and photos on the website. I hope to make this into an exhibit for universities, high schools, community centers, libraries, etc. to help increase awareness of the 3% of the population who is doing the heavy lifting so the rest of us can enjoy all that this country has to offer.

Every veteran has a story. Some stories are about combat, some are about funny memories, some stories are sad, and some are about things accomplished after their military service. All are about service to country and making sacrifices.

You have a story and I want to tell it to the rest of the people in the United States. Let’s pick a date and get together to record your history and tell it to our fellow citizens.

Regards,
Walter Schuppe
Avon, CT
Phone: (860) 558-1072
E-mail: walter11_22@yahoo.com

Please check out Vietnam veteran Roy Tschudy's book, "Endless." Roy is a past President of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter #333, and writes about a variety of experiences that our Vietnam vets encountered. As with all good books, be prepared to experience a lot of emotions with this: you will be intrigued, angry, surprised, maybe shed a tear or two, and laugh out loud at some of the shenanigans in this enjoyable tale of fact, fiction and myth. All proceeds of "Endless" go to help veterans. The book is available in paperback or Kindle edition from Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Endless-Roy-Tschudy/dp/1524668516/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Roy+Tschudy+Endless&qid=1638898608&sr=8-1#customerReviews
"Endless" is the second book authored by Roy Tschudy. His first book also had great reviews.
"Up Close and Personal" is available through Amazon as well.

County of Rockland: Visit our website to learn more about employment in Civil Service and to search for a variety of employment opportunities available to you within Rockland County. https://mycivilservice.rocklandgov. com/exams

PUTNAM COUNTY PERSONNEL ISSUES CIVIL SERVICE EXAM
PLEASE VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
Exam Title & No: Nutrition Site Manager 60-033-210
Exam Date: 5/17/2025
Salary: $50,321-$60,600 (2025 Salary)
Last Filing Date: April 17, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $35
Exam Title & No: Fiscal Technician 60-023-960
Exam Date: 6/14/2025
Salary: $65,958-$80,562 (2025 Salary)
Last Filing Date: April 19, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $45
Exam Title & No: Real Property Appraiser 60-007-870
Exam Date: 6/14/2025
Salary: $72,305.35-$76,230.90 (Town of Carmel) Salary varies in other towns
Last Filing Date: April 19, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $45
Exam Title & No: Solid Waste Manager 60-024-060
Exam Date: 6/14/2025
Salary: $75,000-$80,000
Last Filing Date: April 19, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $45
Exam Title & No: School Business Manager 60-019-860
Exam Date: 6/14/2025
Salary: $140,000-$150,000
Last Filing Date: April 19, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $55
Exam Title & No: Chief Mechanic (School) 89-213-010
Exam Date: 6/14/2025
Salary: $57,753-$75,660 (Haldane Central School District); salary may vary in other school districts
Last Filing Date: April 19, 2025
Exam Filing Fee: $35
To apply and for information about minimum requirements, job duties, and subject of the exam, as well as the exam announcement, please visit: https://putnam.munisselfservice.com/employme.../default.aspx or call Putnam County Personnel Department (845) 808-1650 X46105. EEO/AA
*All applications MUST be SUBMITTED ONLINE by the last filing date.
*Due to the online process applications CANNOT be submitted after the last filing date.
*If you've applied for any exam with Putnam County you already have a PIN.
*Please contact our office and we'll be glad to assist you with any questions.
*ALL information needed to meet the minimum qualifications for the exam must be entered on the application. Resumes are not reviewed for eligibility- all education & experience needed must be included in the actual online application.
*A first-time applicant may take about 45 minutes to complete the full application. Have all documents available and give yourself enough time.
**VERY IMPORTANT**
PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE TO APPLY FOR ANY EXAM WITH A LAST FILING DATE. CONTACT US DURING BUSINESS HOURS 9AM TO 5PM MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY SO WE CAN HELP YOU WITH ANY ISSUES YOU MAY ENCOUNTER.

CHORE
CHORE helps people maintain the independence of living at home by providing free minor household repairs and home improvements that make living at home safe. CHORE is always looking for volunteers that have experience in minor home repairs/improvements and electric work. Interested volunteers may submit resumes to Sue Cibirka at scibirka@bridgesrc.org or call at 624-1366 ex 101.

VA Hudson Valley is hiring and enrolling! Our Veterans deserve the best and we need your help to deliver that care for them. Please share with your networks!
Hiring: We currently have 100+ job vacancies posted on our USAJOBS page, available USAJOBS - Search
These include clinical and non-clinical roles at our campuses in Montrose and Castle Point, as well many of our 7 clinics throughout the Hudson Valley. Applicants can review the great VA benefits we offer, to include, compensation, leave flexibilities, student loan forgiveness, health care benefits and retirement benefits.

Some of the jobs we need filled urgently are:

Nurse, including all Specialties – Montrose Campus
Medical Support Assistant - Montrose and Castle Point locations
AC Mechanic – Castle Point Campus

Always accepting applications for Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurse and Certified Nurse Assistant. VA wants to hear from you! If you have questions about any of the above positions, please contact Timothy.McGuigan@va.gov or call 503-307-0193.
For further information, contact Timothy J McGuigan, MS, HR Senior Consultant, VA Hudson Valley HCS -- (503) 307 0193. VISN2HRSBUHudsonValley@va.gov

The Department of Civil Service: The following examination announcements have been updated and added to our public website. When filing your online application, please be advised that technical assistance is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please be advised that you will need a personal NY.gov ID to apply for Department of Civil Service examinations. If you do not have a personal NY.gov ID, please create an account. Here are some of the employment opportunity examinations coming up -- please view this link for further description of each position:

Continuous Recruitment Examinations
The Department also accepts applications for most continuous recruitment examinations on an ongoing basis, with no application deadline.

Continuous Recruitment Examinations -

https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/public/cr.cfm

HELP Program – No Examinations Required
The Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement (HELP) Program temporarily removes the civil service exam requirement for more than 100 direct care, health and human services titles across State agencies for a 12-month period. To be eligible for jobs in the HELP program, candidates must meet the jobs’ minimum qualifications and any other conditions of employment. Candidates should visit the HELP Jobs Portal and use the candidate portal to apply for jobs in the HELP program.
Check out HELP Jobs Portal here: https://www.cs.ny.gov/help/

Veterans Employment and Training Services (VETS) Resources for Veterans

The Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS) is committed to helping America's veterans and separating service members by preparing them for meaningful careers, providing employment resources and expertise, and protecting their employment rights.
https://www.benefits.gov/benefit/4624

FedEx Independent Service Provider
FedEx is looking to hire full time and part time drivers to deliver and pickup packages from Blauvelt, NY. Full time schedule is Monday – Friday and part time schedule has weekend positions available. Must be over 21 years old, have a clean drivers license, and be able to pass physical and drug tests. Background checks are also required. Salary for full time starts at $700 per week. Please contact 201-724-7781 to see if you qualify.

Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction of the Veterans Administration:
The link below lists current positions have been announced for the Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction (OALC). This is not a complete listing of all Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) vacancies and may not include all positions announced for OALC. You may access VA recruitment information on the VA Jobs site at this link: https://www.va.gov/jobs/
If you wish copies of announcements listed below, please contact the individual identified in the specific announcement. Here is the link to the OALC Job Listings:
https://www.va.gov/oalc/career.asp

Montefiore-Nyack Hospital, Nyack, New York 10960
See link for full listing and information about career opportunities at Nyack Hospital, Nyack, New York. https://montefiorenyackcareers.org

Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, New York. Good Samaritan Hospital is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center. See this link for available employment - https://wmchealthjobs.org/search-jobs/

Rockland County Employment Information:
Here is a link to current job openings available in Rockland County
http://rocklandgov.com/departments/personnel/job-opportunities/

Rockland County Veterans' Credits:
http://rocklandgov.com/files/8115/1120/9567/Veterans_Credit_Info.pdf

New York City Civil Service Jobs, Tests, and Results as listed in The Chief:
http://thechiefleader.com/news/civil_service/

MTA Metro-North Railroad has ongoing employment opportunities:
To apply for current jobs with the MTA, please go to the MTA Employment Portal at: http://web.mta.info/mta/employment/

NYC Green Book Online: The Green Book is the official directory of the City of New York. An indispensable reference guide for anyone living or working in New York City. Includes detailed listings of agencies. Website: http://a856-gbol.nyc.gov/GBOLWebsite/

Rockland County Marine Corps League regularly receives donations of handicap assistance equipment for disabled veterans from people who want to help. The donated equipment is available for free to military veterans and their families. The items include the following:

Motorized Wheelchairs
Manual Wheelchairs
Oxygen Generator
Walkers
Bath Chairs
Transfer Benches
Braces
Crutches
Canes

If you have need of any of this equipment, contact John Leighton of the Rockland County Marine Corps League - 845-521-5361 or via email: jhleighton@att.net.

RockVets is an Outreach program of New York Vets, Inc., a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization established in 1992, to advocate for those who have worn the uniform of the U.S. Military, no matter where or when they served.

The volunteers at New York Vets / RockVets publish this monthly e-newsletter. We welcome your thoughts, questions, and feedback. E-mail: NewYorkVets@gmail.com.

We are not affiliated with any government agency such as the Veterans Administration, Rockland County Government, nor the Veterans Service Agency of Rockland.

Each month, our newsletter reaches more than 1800 local veterans or those who care about veterans' interests. Please use this forum to let veterans know of any information, resources, links or events they might be beneficial to them. Send information to NewYorkVets@gmail.com or send us a note through our website: https://newyorkvets.org. Thank you for passing this newsletter along to other veterans or those who care.

Our Mailing Address
New York Vets, Inc. / RockVets
P.O. Box 387
Tomkins Cove, New York 10986

Pat McGlade
Co-Founder / Director
Website: http://newyorkvets.org
RockVets Newsletters: https://newyorkvets.org/newsletters
Email: NewYorkVets@gmail.com