Tag: veterans

Bilingual report — Ventura County Board of Supervisors approves new program to support veterans and first responders

by Community Contributor • March 26, 2026 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The Ventura County Board of Supervisors approved the establishment of a new program during its regular meeting on Tuesday, March 24, with The Veteran Mentor Project, Inc., a nonprofit organization that provides peer support and transition services for veterans and first responders. Ventura County Behavioral Health, in collaboration with The Veteran Mentor Project, will lead the program, with services scheduled to begin April 1, 2026, and continue through March 31, 2029. The partnership will support local veterans and first responders as they transition to civilian life through the Veterans Mentorship Program.

Port of Hueneme Hosts Wheelchair Distribution for Local Disabled Veterans

by Community Contributor • June 28, 2021 • Comments Off

The Port of Hueneme, in collaboration with 12 other organizations, sponsored and hosted a wheelchair distribution for veterans in need on Friday, June 25, at the Port’s administrative offices. These wheelchairs are part of a larger effort coordinated by Gold Coast Veterans Foundation, Disabled American Veterans – Ventura Chapter 24, Knights of Columbus, and other organizations in the county.

Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation To Honor Our Fallen Soldiers With Memorial Day Special Broadcast on KEYT Monday, May 25, 2020 at 4 PM

by Community Contributor • May 14, 2020 • Comments Off

As we wage war against COVID-19, which is causing us to make major changes to our way of life, it is important to continue time honored traditions that give us purpose along with a sense of normalcy during these challenging times. While we’ve temporarily given up certain freedoms in order to protect our health and that of others, we mustn’t forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice with their lives during times our country was engaged in war on foreign soil.

Bilingual report — Ventura County Veterans Services Office Helps Veterans Reclaim Their Lives

by Community Contributor • January 2, 2020 • Comments Off

VENTURA — For Tom, joining the Navy at barely eighteen brought him a deep sense of pride and community. For the first time he truly felt part of something and even today, he still smiles when he recalls handling radio communications…

Honor, Support and Celebrate Our Local Veterans This Holiday Season and All Year Long

by Community Contributor • December 12, 2019 • Comments Off

‘Thank-A-Vet’ this holiday season by supporting and attending events sponsored by Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation SANTA BARBARA — Freedom in the United States is largely due to the service and sacrifice of our armed forces on active duty and veterans. It…

Military History Preserved through Vast and Unique Local Collection

by Community Contributor • February 26, 2019 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara has no shortage of fascinating museums – art, innovation, local history, natural history, marine life, native plants. It’s all here. But one of the most unique and diverse collections in town can be found in…

Retired Firefighter Creates Fire-hose Flags to Support Ventura and Santa Barbara Veterans and First Responders

by Community Contributor • February 8, 2019 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — John Carrillo, a retired Santa Barbara City firefighter turned artist, recently stumbled across some items online that were created from fire hoses. That’s when he was inspired to create his first American flag using the same equipment…

First Responders Honored at Fire Hose Flag Ceremony on Anniversary of Debris Flow

by Community Contributor • January 11, 2019 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — A flag dedication ceremony was held at the Santa Barbara Courthouse the morning of January 9th, 2019, the one-year anniversary of the Montecito Debris Flow. Elected officials and first responders joined the Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF)…

Vetrepreneur LAUNCH! Attracts Full House of Veterans, Students, and Educators

by Community Contributor • November 29, 2018 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — A full house of aspiring Veteran entrepreneurs (vetrepreneurs) packed the SBCC Fé Bland Forum on Friday, November 16 for guidance and inspiration from successful entrepreneurs who have been in their shoes. The event featured VIP speakers, an…

Military Ball Marks Beginning of Veterans Week Events in Santa Barbara

by Community Contributor • November 9, 2018 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Close to 600 guests gathered at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort on Saturday, November 3rd for Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation’s (PCVF) 22nd Annual Military Ball. Four-star General Robin Rand, who recently retired from the U.S. Air…

Ventura County Animal Services Offers Special Pet Adoption for Veteran’s Day Weekend

by Community Contributor • November 9, 2018 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — Special Pet Adoption Promotion this weekend for veterans, active duty and reserve personnel as well as their immediate family at the Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS). Click on image or click here on Facebook for more information.

Local PODS® Lends Support to 26th Annual Ventura County Stand Down

by Community Contributor • July 25, 2018 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — For many veterans, daily amenities and other services can be hard to come by, but combining that with trying to assimilate back into a regular routine can be the biggest hardship of all. On July 27-29, local…

Jackson Named Legislator of the Year for Her Work Supporting Veterans

by Community Contributor • April 4, 2018 • Comments Off

SACRAMENTO –State Senator Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) will be recognized as the AMVETS 2017 Legislator of the Year today for her work supporting veterans in the criminal justice system. Her SB 725 (pre-trial diversion) was one of AMVETS’s top priority bills last year.…

Variety of Events Scheduled for The Wall That Heals Exhibit March 29 through April 1 in San Luis Obispo

by Community Contributor • March 21, 2018 • Comments Off

SAN LUIS OBISPO — The all-new, larger The Wall That Heals exhibit will have a new activity each day while it visits San Luis Obispo March 29 through April 1. The County’s Veterans Services Office released the event schedule today.…

Grossman Foundation donates $220,000 for CSUCI Veterans Affairs Program, service and therapy dogs

by Community Contributor • March 20, 2018 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — Ever since he returned from Iraq, everyday occurrences such as a car changing lanes or an unattended bag can trigger U.S. Army veteran Daniel Cook’s post-traumatic stress response. But when he’s with his dog, a Heeler mix named…

Friendship Center Fees Fully Covered for Qualified Veterans by Department of Veterans Affairs

by Community Contributor • March 12, 2018 • Comments Off

MONTECITO — Veterans have sacrificed so much for our country that it is with great pleasure and humility that Friendship Center announces that its services and programs are recognized by the Department of Veterans Affairs and that qualified veterans can…

Ventura College Foundation Launches Veterans Promise Program

by Community Contributor • October 5, 2017 • Comments Off

VENTURA — In an effort to improve the college-going rate among veterans and active duty military in Ventura County, the Ventura College Foundation is helping Ventura College students who are U.S. veteran and U.S. active duty military offset the cost…

Assemblymember Irwin Announces California Assembly Secures Extra Funding for Veterans in Housing Bond

by Community Contributor • September 6, 2017 • Comments Off

Cal-Vet Loan Program to receive more funding for veterans housing. SACRAMENTO — Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin (D-Thousand Oaks), Chair of the Assembly Veterans Committee, announced that the Assembly has secured an additional $1 billion in the Affordable Housing Bond agreement to…

Governor Signs Jackson Bill To Help Veterans and Protect Public Safety

by Community Contributor • August 7, 2017 • Comments Off

SACRAMENTO – Governor Jerry Brown has just signed a bill by State Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) that clarifies that military veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health disorders associated with their service in the military are eligible for pretrial diversion…

VetNet Collaboration Helps Local Veterans Access Crucial Resources

by Community Contributor • August 30, 2016 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Representatives from more than 40 local agencies and nonprofits that support veterans in the tri-counties come together every other month for VetNet meetings, which provide an opportunity to network, share resources, collaborate and coordinate services and maximize…

Local PODS® Lends Services to 24th Annual Ventura County Stand Down

by Community Contributor • July 21, 2016 • Comments Off

VENTRA COUNTY — For many veterans, daily amenities and other services can be hard to come by, but combining that with trying to assimilate back into a regular routine can be the biggest hardship of all. On July 29-31, local…

Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Welcomes Jon L. Parra as New Board Member

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2016 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) welcomes retired Army Master Sgt. Jon L. Parra to the Board of Directors. Jon brings 20 years of experience in the Army with numerous years in leadership roles, extensive course training and multiple…

UCSB Student Veterans Bring Unique Experiences; Face Additional Challenges

by Community Contributor • April 6, 2016 • Comments Off

Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Provides Financial Support to UCSB Veterans Program SANTA BARBARA — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) is proud to announce its fourth year of continued financial support for UC Santa Barbara’s Veterans Resource Center. UCSB’s Veterans Resource Center…

Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation Welcomes Maureen Masson as New Board Member

by Community Contributor • February 29, 2016 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation (PCVF) welcomes Maureen Masson to the Board of Directors. Masson brings her former experience in the United States Air National Guard to the foundation. Masson, also known as Mo, worked as a registered nurse…

Commentary: A day of remembrance and honor

by Amigos805.com • November 11, 2014 • Comments Off

By Dave Rodriguez / Guest contributor Members and Friends, As the sun rises today we should all be thankful for the freedoms we enjoy as a nation rich in diversity and dedicated to certain principles. Those who served our nation in war and…

Local news briefs

by Amigos805.com • October 1, 2014 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Foodbank of Santa Barbara County is seeking produce donors and volunteers for the Foodbank Backyard Bounty Day on Saturday, Oct. 25. Foodbank is calling out to community members with harvest sites (orchards or gardens) in south Santa…