Northern Nevada military news briefs

AUSA dinner

The Association of the U.S. Army Veterans Day dinner speaker is Maj. Gen. Ondra Berry, the adjutant general of Nevada.

A social hour begins at 5 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 p.m. The cost is $58 per person. The dinner will be held at the Tamarack Casino, 13101 S. Virginia St., Reno.

For information, contact David Sousa, 775-544-8786 or vfwsousa@gmail.com.

RSVP online at https://www.ausa-westmoreland.org.

Caregiver Support Program

The Caregiver Support Program has the “Safe Transfer” series of videos and an accompanying tip sheet designed specifically for caregivers assisting veterans with body mechanics and transfers.

These videos feature essential tips and skills tailored to aid caregivers in facilitating safe transfers, including transfers for beds, wheelchairs, toilets, and tubs. In addition, caregivers can use the accompanying tip sheet as a comprehensive guide, offering insights into proper transfer techniques, caregiver body mechanics, and key considerations throughout the transfer process.

To access these resources, go to www.caregiver.va.gov/Tips_Tools.asp.

Champagne Luncheon & Fashion Show

Veterans Guest House in Reno is hosting the 2024 Champagne Luncheon & Fashion Show on Friday, Oct. 18 from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa.

The Guest House is currently accepting applications for models through the following link: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/modelapp24.

Veterans Upward Bound

Veterans Upward Bound at Truckee Meadows Community College in Reno can help with academic advisement, college applications, educational benefits, academic review and referrals to community resources.

Veterans Upward Bound is a U.S. Department of Education program for veterans. For information call 775-829-9007 or email vub@TMCC.edu. The website is vub.tmcc.edu.

Nevada Guard retiree monthly meetings

• The Nevada Air Guard’s monthly breakfast is on the second Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. at the Reno Elks Club.

• The Nevada Army Guard’s breakfast is on the second Monday of the month at 8 a.m. at the Carson City Elks Club. The next breakfast is Oct. 14. There is no charge from the Elks for the breakfast.

Each meeting normally features a guest speaker. Guests are welcome.

Nevada Veterans Coalition

Oct 24: 3-3:30 p.m. — Unaccompanied service at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Fernley (14 Veterans Way).

Nov. 11 at noon – Barbecue for Veterans Day at Vet Mech Arms. This is a fundraiser for the Nevada Veterans Coalition and other veterans organizations. Stop by their shop or call to learn more about this event at 775-294-5458.

Veterans Parents Act

The Education Flexibility for Veteran Parents Act will allow veterans with children to access full housing benefits provided through the G.I. Bill regardless of whether that program is in person or online.

The G.I. Bill is an essential tool for many veterans to advance their education. Currently, veterans who are parents and pursuing their education online are only eligible for half of the G.I. Bill’s available housing benefits. This requirement often forces parents to choose between attending in-person classes to receive full benefits or staying at home with their children.

DEERS station opens in Carson City

The new Carson City station, located within the Office of the Adjutant General, 2460 Fairview Drive, replaces the recently-closed DEERS station in Reno at the Military Services Support Center, 685 E. Plumb Lane. Reno does retain a DEERS station just a short distance from Plumb Lane at the Nevada Air National Guard Base, 1776 National Guard Way.

DEERS enrollment is essential for those seeking a military common access card or a Uniformed Services identification card. DEERS registration is also required for TRICARE eligibility and enrollment.

To make an appointment, go to https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/ (use the location “AG HQ Nevada.”) Due to security issues, walk-in appointments are not possible.

To request an appointment at the Reno DEERS station, go to: https://airbasescheduler.com/fss/ or call 775-788-4523.

For information about identification card processing at Naval Air Station Fallon, call 775-426-2808.

Vet Tix discount tickets to events

The address is vettix.org. for veterans to register for discount tickets. Once you register, you can receive emails of all the events that they receive tickets and then apply for the tix. There are all kinds of sports events, comedy shows, etc.

Military articles and news briefs are compiled by the Nevada News Group. Questions may be directed to SNMGmilitaryeditor@gmail.com.