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NYC Department of Veterans' Services (DVS) Weekly Newsletter
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New Podcast Series on Women Veterans
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This week we celebrated the 100th-anniversary of the adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. In honor of this anniversary, we're announcing a special four-episode podcast series: "The Health of Women Veterans". Throughout this series, SITREP NYC will spotlight women who are working to overcome service-related trauma. Listen as women veterans tell stories of illness, combat injury, PTSD, and perseverance. All episodes will be available on Monday, 8/31. Subscribe to SITREP NYC wherever you get your podcasts:
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Women's Health Transition Training Program
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The Women’s Health Transition Training program informs women veterans of the services offered by the VA to treat depression, musculoskeletal conditions, chronic pain, obesity, infertility, prenatal care, and MST. The program is offered virtually twice a day through mid-December. Learn more here.
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As we reflect on women’s suffrage, remember that the fight for equality didn’t end 100 years ago - and still isn't over. When women are undercounted in the 2020 Census, we lose out on political power. Continue the fight for equality and representation, fill out the census here.
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Everything You Need to Know about Voter Registration
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How to Register to Vote
Register online:
If you have a valid ID from the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, you can register to vote online here. The deadline to register online is October 9th.
Register by mail:
To register by mail download the registration form. Complete and sign the form then mail it to:
Board of Elections
32 Broadway, 7 Fl
New York, NY 10004-1609
Registration applications must be postmarked by October 9th and received by the Board of Elections no later than October 14th.
Register in person:
You can register to vote at your local board of elections. Your application must be submitted by October 9th.
Change of Address
The voter registration form should be used as a change of address form and mailed to a county board of elections. Notices of change of address must be received by October 14th.
Visit the NY State Board of Elections page to learn more about:
- Qualifications to Register to Vote
- How and Where to Register to Vote
- How to Make Changes to Your Registration
- Change of Party Enrollment
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NY State of Health Deadline Extended
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The deadline for health insurance special enrollment has been extended to September 15th. New Yorkers without health insurance can apply for coverage through the NY State of Health Plan Marketplace here.
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No Symptoms? Get Tested for COVID-19 Anyway!
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"Let’s make something clear. Despite what you may have heard, in NYC, if you're worried you may have been exposed to COVID-19, you should get tested - whether or not you're having symptoms."
- Dave A. Chokshi, Commissioner of Health of the City of New York
Find a free COVID-19 test here.
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Joining Forces to Feed Veterans
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Team DVS joined the New York State Division of Veterans' Services and Black Veterans for Social Justice to deliver food to veterans at the Harlem Vet Center. We delivered 200 bags of meals, each containing two meals apiece. The food was donated by Hello Fresh as part of a partnership to distribute meal kits to veterans and military families across New York State.
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DVS Programs & Initiatives
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Veterans can still pick up three free meals a day at one of the 400 Grab and Go sites. BUT if you’re vulnerable to COVID-19 or have a disability, please contact DVS to have food delivered to your home at (212) 416-5250 or connect@veterans.nyc.gov.
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Housing Support & Eviction Prevention
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As the pandemic worsened, DVS continued to house veterans. This spring, the DVS Housing team helped a veteran and his spouse move into an apartment shortly after their baby was born. How can DVS help you? Contact us at 212-416 5250 or connect@veterans.nyc.gov.
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As part of MissionVetCheck, volunteers are making check-in calls to NYC veterans and informing them about available services. You can be part of this mission. Join today here.
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Helping Veterans File VA Claims
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DVS and the New York State Division of Veterans' Services are collaborating to serve City veterans! For the first time, NY State and NYC are working together to process claims for non-service-connected pensions. To learn more contact benefitclaims@veterans.nyc.gov.
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Grow your veteran-owned business by becoming NYC certified! 75% of certified businesses have won contracts with City agencies. Learn if your business is eligible for NYC certification here.
Have questions? Contact business@veterans.nyc.gov.
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Employment Services:
- Christian T. Peralta
(646) 630-1932 | cperalta1@veterans.nyc.gov
Education Services and Unemployment Assistance:
- Amauri Espinal
(646) 799-2728 | aespinal@veterans.nyc.gov
Housing:
- Dana Rock, HSS Director
(646) 901-4948 | DanaRock@veterans.nyc.gov
- Horng Chou, HSS Deputy Director
(646) 532-1884 | Hchou@veterans.nyc.gov
Eviction Prevention:
- Angela Guyton-Cyril
(646) 740-8156 | AGuyton-Cyril@veterans.nyc.gov
Food Assistance:
Healthcare:
- Melissa Walters
(646) 889-4180 | Mewalters@veterans.nyc.gov
Military Families and Caregivers:
- Tanya Thomas
(646) 499-0098 | tthomas@veterans.nyc.gov
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