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PACT Act – what is it?
The PACT Act was the biggest piece of legislation that was signed into law on Aug. 10, 2022 that would impact more than 3.1 million veterans. This new law is in place as of Jan. 3, 2023. If you are a Vietnam Veteran, Gulf War Veteran, a Post 9/11 Veteran, or even a Veteran who served on Camp Lejeune anytime between 1953 – 1987, come find out more about this new law and your benefits during the PACT Act workshops being held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. We will be having two sessions that day from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. We will be providing snacks and drinks.
To register for a session, email Chris Snell at [email protected] and indicate which session you would like to attend.
Want to help financially?
Are you an individual who is interested in supporting veterans through charitable giving? The Brown County Veteran Services Office is accepting donations (cash or check) to help support Veterans of Brown County. The funds are listed below in a summary and the ordinances can be found at the county recorder’s office.
Veterans Transportation Network Fund supports Access Brown County by helping pay for maintenance and operations of their vehicles while they continue to transport veterans to their VA appointments in Bloomington, Martinsville, Camp Atterbury, and Indianapolis. You can mail checks to Brown County Veteran Services Office, c/o Veterans Transportation Network Fund, 902 Deer Run Lane, Nashville, IN 47448.
Financial Assistance for Brown County Veterans Fund supports veterans who are struggling to pay for needs such as housing, utilities, and travel. These funds will be supplied directly to the collector and an application for support must be submitted by the veteran before receiving any payments. You can mail checks to Brown County Veteran Services Office, c/o Financial Assistance for Brown County Veterans Fund, 902 Deer Run Lane, Nashville, IN 47448
Our fundraising goal this year is $6,000. Your support is greatly appreciated and if you cannot give personally, tell your friends and family about these opportunities to give. If you have questions about these funds, please feel free to contact Chris Snell at 812-988-5600 or email [email protected].
Transportation available
Are you a veteran and need transportation assistance to your medical appointments at a VA facility in Bloomington, Martinsville, Indianapolis, or Camp Atterbury? Contact Access Brown County at 812-988-0185 to schedule your ride. These rides are for all age groups of veterans, and they are free!
Chris Snell is the veterans service officer for Brown County. He can be reached at 812-988-5600 or [email protected].
Workshops
There will be two PACT Act Workshops on Wednesday, Jan. 18. Session one is from 9 to 11 a.m., and session 2 is from 1 to 3 p.m.
Questions?
Office phone: 812-988-5600
Cellphone (call or text): 812-322-9086
Staff email: Chris Snell, Veteran Service Officer, [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bcvso
Veterans Transportation Network: 812-988-0185
Chris Snell is the veterans service officer for Brown County. He can be reached at 812-988-5600 or [email protected].
