In step with its mission to be an final useful resource information for veterans, the Heart for Navy Veterans, Service Members and Households at The College of Southern Mississippi (USM) hosted a particular “Diet & Advantages” Seminar on Tuesday, April 16.
The seminar was held at Quinlan-Hammond Corridor, residence of the College’s Veterans Heart. A number of state and native veterans organizations have been represented in the course of the occasion, which introduced collectively a servant group dedicated to creating a constructive impacts on these dealing with meals insecurity.
“The College of Southern Mississippi has all the time been referred to as a spot the place desires come true as a result of our workers, school, and mates consider foremost in serving others,” stated Veterans Heart Director Maj. Gen. Jeff Hammond (U.S. Military-ret.).
“This particular alternative to assist South Mississippi veterans and their households, supplied via the kindness of the Bob Woodruff Basis, makes a distinction for individuals who battle with meals insecurity points.”
The seminar featured:
- Shows about vitamin and wholesome consuming
- $250 grocery present card giveaway
- Dietary cookbook giveaway
- Info detailing sources for veterans
- Details about veterans advantages
David “Purple” Rayborn, VA Certification Specialist with the USM Veterans Heart, spearheaded the occasion with assist from Lakinta Griffin, Workforce Case Supervisor at Oak Arbor, residence to Supportive Providers for Veteran Households (SSVF) in Hattiesburg and Marika Baliko, Interim Director, MS Stability of State Continuum of Care, who additionally serves as Deputy Director of Mississippi United to Finish Homelessness (MUTEH).
Rayborn confused that the seminar supplied a possibility for the USM heart to repay veterans for his or her incomparable sacrifices.
“Every part we will do for veterans won’t ever be sufficient,” stated Rayborn. “I personally really feel veterans are means too taken without any consideration and means too underserved. I didn’t serve within the army, and it has been certainly one of my largest regrets. I really feel by heading up occasions like this, in a means, I’m serving now. We are able to by no means do sufficient to thank our veterans. With out them, this nation could be a really totally different place. We should always all be grateful.”
Baliko applauded the USM Veterans Heart for internet hosting the occasion and famous that the MS Stability of State Continuum of Care’s dedication to ending veteran homelessness stays steadfast.
“We acknowledge the sacrifices made by veterans in service to our nation, and we’re devoted to making sure they’ve entry to protected and steady housing,” stated Baliko. “By way of collaborative efforts with organizations just like the Heart for Navy Veterans, Service Members and Households, we will make significant strides in bettering the lives of those that have served. This occasion not solely celebrates their service but in addition serves as a reminder of the significance of group help and camaraderie.”
To study extra in regards to the Heart for Navy Veterans, Service Members and Households, name 601.266-8387 or go to: https://www.usm.edu/military-veterans/index.php