Dwight Henry: Veteran of the Month | September 2023
Dwight Henry, born in May 1950, was the middle child among seven siblings. His upbringing in Jackson, Mississippi, unfolded against a tumultuous era for African Americans. Yet, he was unwavering in his commitment to pursuing a peaceful path. Henry grew up loving music and had an early sense of responsibility. He started assisting with babysitting,…
Read MoreSeasonal Safety: Fall Checklist for Seniors
It is that time of year again when the hot days of summer are gone, and the long, chilly nights and dropping temperatures start to take over. As seasons shift, so do our home priorities, and regular fall maintenance becomes essential to prevent costly home repairs. For older adults, fall upkeep isn’t just about…
Read MoreThe VA PACT ACT: What Your Agency Needs to Know
President Biden’s oldest son, Joseph, died of brain cancer on May 30, 2015. Since then, Biden has publicly connected his son’s brain cancer to toxic burn pits. According to Biden, Joseph’s exposure to burn pits was extensive; therefore, taking up the cause to ensure expanded healthcare and services would be available to soldiers like his…
Read MoreLarry G. Smith: Veteran of the Month | August 2023
Larry Gene Smith was born in April of 1947 in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and raised as the oldest child in his family. The Smith family was no stranger to tragedy. Even before Smith’s birth, they had experienced the devastating loss of his older brother, who tragically died at five years old after being hit by…
Read MorePickleball Tournament Raises Money for The Child Advocacy Center
Kyle Laramie, the Founder & CEO of Veterans Care Coordination, recently participated in a pickleball fundraiser that he not only helped organize but, along with his partner Christine Edwards, achieved third place in the competition. The Mixed Doubles Money Event Pickleball Match, held last Saturday at Lake Forest Country Club, attracted the finest players in…
Read MoreClarence Joseph Davis: Veteran of the Month | July 2023
Clarence Davis, a Vietnam veteran, was born in 1954 as the second youngest of seven children in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Growing up, his father worked as a truck driver, frequently relocating the family throughout the northeastern region of the United States. As a young boy, Davis developed a love for fishing and…
Read MoreCommunity Programs Help Veterans Find Closure
Veterans of all ages are affected by PTSD. A variety of therapeutic and appreciation-focused programs aim to provide closure by connecting veterans with each other and their larger communities. Closure, from a psychological standpoint, is defined as “any interaction, information, or practice that allows a person to feel that a traumatic event has been…
Read MoreJim Smith: Veteran of the Month | June 2023
Jim Smith was born in November of 1948 in the small town of Rayville, Louisiana. He grew up with one sister, surrounded by nature’s beauty, and developed a love for hunting at an early age. Smith grew up in town, where his father worked at a local paper mill. When Smith was a teen,…
Read MoreQuestions to Ask When Choosing a Pension with Aid and Attendance Partner
Veterans Care Coordination (VCC) partners with home care providers to make it easier for Veterans and surviving spouses to age at home by assisting with the screening and application process, coordination of home care, and eligibility management for the Pension with Aid and Attendance (PwAA) benefit. Established in 2011, we have assisted over 14,000 Veteran…
Read MoreCongratulation, Michelle Smith! Norbert Laramie Award of Excellence Winner 2022
Congratulations to Michelle Smith, Norbert Laramie Award of Excellence Winner 2022! Michelle Smith has dedicated over a decade to Veterans Care Coordination (VCC), starting as an Accounting Specialist eleven years ago. Throughout her years of service, Michelle has always been a shining example of VCC’s core values for accountability, continuous improvement, and serving one another.…
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