Tag: No Veteran Left Behind!

Lake Nona Veterans Jiu-Jitsu Club

Step onto the mats and into a culture of respect, growth, and camaraderie.  Family friendly and military-focused!!!!  Use the QR Code to reserve your spot.

West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System – Outreach Surge Event for Unsheltered Veterans

Dear Veterans and Supporters,

The West Palm Beach VA Health Care System is committed to addressing Veteran housing insecurities in South Florida. As part of this ongoing mission, we invite you to join us for a one-day Outreach Surge Event for Unsheltered Veterans on January 13, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

This event focuses on supporting unsheltered Veterans by connecting them with housing, benefits, and vital support services offered through the VHA Homeless Program and our community partners.

Event Location: VFW Post 9610: 354 Tenth Street, Lake Park, FL 33403

During this outreach effort, Veterans will have access to:

  • Same day shelter and transitional housing
  • On-site support and community resources
  • Assessments, eligibility and benefits enrollment

Landlords interested in renting to Veterans are welcome. Please RSVP to 561-639-1300 or email VHAWPBLandlordsforVeterans@va.gov.

Our shared goal is to ensure that every Veteran and their family have access to the support they need. Your participation, whether by attending, sharing this information, or helping connect a Veteran to services makes a meaningful difference.

If you have questions or know a Veteran who may benefit from this event, please contact your local VA Homeless Program representative at 561-639-1300.

Thank you for helping us serve those who have served our nation.

Respectfully,

West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System

Cast Off 22 Kicks Off the New Year in Classic Style with U.S. Air Force Veteran Kipp Williams and Family.

Vet Info kicked off the New Year in style aboard the Cast Off 22 with our first Veteran trip of the year. In partnership with MWR Miami and in support of those who serve in the United States Military, we were honored to begin 2026 with a Family Veteran Fishing Trip.

U.S. Air Force Veteran Kipp Williams, along with his wife Ruka and their son Max, spent the day together in the Florida Everglades fishing for bass—and whatever else decided to bite. Although we didn’t catch many fish, the experience was unforgettable as we encountered nearly 50 alligators throughout the day, adding to the excitement and uniqueness of the trip.

At Vet Info, our mission is to enhance the quality of life for those who have served and continue to serve our great nation. Under the guidance of Capt. Bill Watts, the day was filled with laughter, relaxation, and lasting memories made aboard the Cast Off 22.

Miami Dade Victor Program Trap Shooting

Note that all NEW participatns must contact Jorge Batista in advance….  Meet at Trap/Skeet Field # 1 

Trap Shooting Tournament Wednesday March 18th, 2026  10am to 12pm

Link to sign up and view calendar – https://teamup.com/ksvfiym4wm3c3vpxri

Note that times and dates may change from time to time so you have to stay informed.

This adapted sports program is an outdoor, multi-sport, program that provides
disabled veterans with the opportunity to engage in various activities.
Activities include archery, boccia, cycling, fishing, golf, paddle sports, swimming,
trap shooting, and wheelchair basketball.
This program seeks to serve disabled veterans who have become disabled because
of spinal cord injury, amputation, head injury, multiple sclerosis, visual impairments,
other diseases which may impact endurance or mobility, and those individuals
who have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Participants must call in advance to pre-register and get signed up for the schedule of activities.

FREE to all disabled veterans and disabled members of the armed forces.

This program is funded by a grant from the United States Department
of Veterans Affairs. The opinions, findings, and conclusions stated herein
are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of
the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Miami Dade – Victor Archery Program

Link to sign up and view calendar –
https://teamup.com/ksvfiym4wm3c3vpxri

Note that times and locations may change from time to time so you have to stay informed.

This adapted sports program is an outdoor, multi-sport, program that provides
disabled veterans with the opportunity to engage in various activities.
Activities include archery, boccia, cycling, fishing, golf, paddle sports, swimming,
trap shooting, and wheelchair basketball.
This program seeks to serve disabled veterans who have become disabled because
of spinal cord injury, amputation, head injury, multiple sclerosis, visual impairments,
other diseases which may impact endurance or mobility, and those individuals
who have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Participants must call in advance to pre-register and get signed up for the schedule of activities.

FREE to all disabled veterans and disabled members of the armed forces.

ARCHERY TOURNAMENT TUESDAY MARCH 3RD, 2026  10AM TO 12PM 

This program is funded by a grant from the United States Department
of Veterans Affairs. The opinions, findings, and conclusions stated herein
are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of
the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Happy Holidays from Vet Info

Thank you to all our Veterans and to those who continue to serve our great nation. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication do not go unnoticed. Wishing you and your families a Happy Holiday season and a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year.

Team Vet Info

Vet Info wishes all Veterans and Active Service Members a Happy and Safe Holiday Season. Picture shows a Beautiful Holiday Wreath.

Message from Founder Bill Watts

As a former member of the United States Army, the holidays always remind me how important it is to honor those who have served—and those who are serving right now. I spent more than one holiday season far from the people I loved, proudly wearing the uniform of our nation.

From the deserts of Egypt, to the DMZ ( Camp Casey ) in South Korea, and during Desert Storm in 1990 and 1991, those moments were not easy. One holiday, I received a care package from my mother filled with some of my favorite foods and cookies. That simple gesture meant everything—bringing warmth and comfort to me in the middle of a desert, more than 10,000 miles from home.

When we speak of those in uniform, we must also remember the families who feel their absence every single day. Behind every service member is a family missing them, especially during the holidays.

SSGT Jimmy Haws—gone but never forgotten. To those I proudly served alongside—1st Sgt. Maynard Meadows, Jonah Booth, Steven Mafnas, Cpl Cruz, SSGT Berley, and so many others from C Battery, 4/5 ADA, 1st Cavalry Division—you are truly missed. I hope one day our paths cross again.

To all Veterans, active-duty service members, and their families: thank you for your sacrifice, your strength, and your service. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a strong, hopeful New Year.

VISN 8 VA Hospital and Clinic Closures for Federal Holidays

Veterans you should check your VISN schedule but these are recognized Federal Holidays and the VA Clinics and Hospitals should be closed except Emergency Room Units.

Veterans who require urgent care or tele-emergency care can call the VISN 8 Clinical Contact Center at 1-877-741-3400 for 24/7/365 support or visit an in-network urgent care facility. To find an urgent care facility near you, please visit: www.va.gov/find-locations/.

If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, please dial 911 or visit the closest emergency room.