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Rucks To Reins Pairs Veterans, Horses For Therapeutic Outcomes
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. (November 10, 2021) – The Franklin County Commissioners, along with the Franklin County Office of Veterans Affairs, are pleased to announce a new equine therapy program designed to help area veterans with service-connected disabilities lead happier, healthier, more productive lives. Known as Operation Rucks to Reins, the program provides a form of…
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“Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet” Receives National Attention
July 20, 2021 – Chambersburg, PA – Earlier this month, Congressman John Joyce visited Greencastle to meet with the “Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet” program. The initiative, implemented at the direction of the Franklin County Commissioners through the Veterans Affairs Department, pairs disabled veterans with service dogs in Franklin County. During the Congressman’s visit, Blaine Beam of…
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Commissioners Present First “We Support You” Veterans Scholarship to JB Grad Jacob Troupe
The Board of Commissioners presented the first We Support You Scholarship to Jacob Troupe, a recent graduate of James Buchanan High School. Veterans Affairs Director Justin Slep presented highlights from Jacob’s application. Jacob Troupe graduated with highest honors status in the top 1% of his class. Not only did he excel in his studies, but…
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State Appoints Justin Slep to Veterans Services Advisory Committee
The Joint State Government Commission of the General Assembly of the Commonwealth appointed Justin Slep, Director of the Franklin County Office of Veterans Affairs, to the newly established Advisory Committee on the Coordination of Veterans Services. “Veterans and their families are my top priority and responsibility,” said Slep. “My goal is to help streamline the coordination of veterans’…
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Annual Franklin County Veterans’ Expo set for November 1st
The Franklin County Commissioners invite the public to the 5th Annual Veterans’ Expo. The free event will be held at the Chambersburg Mall in the former Burlington Coat Factory store on Friday, November 1, 2019 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. “This event has really grown and is reaching more veterans every year,” said Commissioner…
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Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet Program Matches Rescue Dog with Local Veteran
Franklin County Veterans Affairs recently presented a local veteran with a trained service dog through the Operation Save-A-Vet, Save-A-Pet program. The program is dedicated to helping Franklin County veterans with service-connected disabilities lead happier, healthier and more productive lives through the assistance and companionship of a service dog. “We are proud to be able to…
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Local Donations Support Programs and Events for Veterans
Franklin County Department of Veteran Affairs is dedicated to serving the needs of area veterans and their families through benefit coordination, outreach, and advocacy. “We’re grateful to the local community for their support of Franklin County veterans,” said Department of Veterans Affairs Director Justin Slep. The 4th Annual Veterans Expo, held on November 1st, had…
