Other Websites and Resources
Here are some sites that we've learned about that are of interest to veterans. Listing them here does not imply any endorsement by Post 501. Let us know what additional sites you think would be of interest to others, or any of these
The Highground (shown in the masthead), located four miles west of Neillsville, started as the Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans Memorial Project in 1984. It has grown to a 155-acre Park that includes a museum, a gift shop, pavilions, picnic areas and four miles of hiking trails. The private facility, which receives no ongoing federal or state funding, is supported by donations and grants. The Park is free to the public and open 24/7/365. Today, The Highground is the largest manned Veterans Park in the nation.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
15th Annual Honor Ride & Memorial Day Ceremony: May 26
Back in the World and My War Exhibits: Through June 1
Summer "Vets & Guitars" - Ukulele Classes: Starts June 5
Courage to Heal Female Veterans Retreat: June 13-15
Korean and Legacy Stone Ceremonies: June 14
Sarah Blum Presentation & Book Signing (CAMO): June 19
Outdoor Adventures Female Veterans Retreat: June 20-22
Freedom Celebration Fireworks: June 28
Living History of the U.S. Army: July 12
Persian Gulf and Legacy Stone Ceremonies: July 12
Our Heritage Community Art Project: July 13
History of the Red Arrow (CAMO): July 16
Male Veterans Retreat: July 18-20
41st Annual Heroes Ride Bike Tour: Aug 1-3
Legacy Stone Ceremonies: Aug 2
Vietnam Veterans Reunion: Aug 3
25th Annual Ride to Remember: Aug 16
Also, look at Northwoods National Cemetery, a Federally run cemetery in Harshaw, Wisconsin (Near Minocqua). Click HERE for the Veterans Administration cemeteries website.
The calculator allows veterans to enter their disabilities and ratings, then provides a combined disability rating as well as what the 2024 VA monthly payment should be. VeteransGuide.org is an initiative founded by the Disability Advocate Group, LLC, a Delaware incorporated entity, dedicated to championing the cause of U.S. armed forces veterans. [from the website]
"As Legion Family Members we are more likely to encounter a veteran who needs support than the general public. And we could Be the One person who is able to steer that veteran to the help/services they so desperately need." [Sean Patchin, WI 3 District Commander]
Collaboration with Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs regarding "Outdoors Access for All" program. This program facilitates access to nature with their fleet of all-terrain outfoor wheelchairs (OWCs) and enclosed trailers for individual and organizational use.
Far away from war zones but still healing from the effects of service, veterans across the UK are discovering how gardening can support their mental health. Accessible through veterans’ gardening programmes or simply connecting with nature at home, working with the land is helping veterans with PTSD find peace across the country.