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April 2020 Newsletter

4/1/2020

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Coronavirus Update for First District Veterans

3/17/2020

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Coronavirus Update for First District Veterans
From Jack Bergman, U.S. Representative for Michigan
1st Congressional District
With reports yesterday of confirmed Coronavirus cases in Otsego and Grand Traverse Counties, we know we must prepare, and take this illness seriously. Michigan's First District is home to over 50,000 of our nation's Veterans. As a Veteran and member of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, I'm working to do my part to help ensure those who are serving and those who have served are protected and prepared. 

I've compiled some Veteran-specific information that I believe will be helpful, and I encourage you to share it with our great Veteran community. As always, my staff and I remain available to help you navigate through these uncertain days, so don't hesitate to give us a call. 

Respectfully, 
Jack Bergman
What should Veterans do if they think they have COVID-19?
Before visiting local VA medical facilities, community providers, urgent care centers, or emergency departments in their communities, Veterans experiencing COVID-19 symptoms—such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath—are encouraged to call their VA medical facility or call MyVA311(844-698-2311, press #3 to be connected). 

Veterans can also send secure messages to their health care providers via MyhealtheVet, VA’s online patient portal. VA clinicians will evaluate Veterans’ symptoms and direct them to the most appropriate providers for further evaluation and treatment. This may include referral to state or local health departments for COVID-19 testing.

​What about routine appointments and previously scheduled procedures?
VA is encouraging all Veterans to call their VA facility before seeking any care—even previously scheduled medical visits, mental health appointments, or surgical procedures. Veterans can also send secure messages to their health care providers via MyhealtheVet and find out whether they should still come in for their scheduled appointments. VA providers may arrange to convert appointments to video visits, where possible.

Can visitors still access VA medical facilities? 
Many VA medical facilities have canceled public events for the time being, and VA is urging all visitors who do not feel well to postpone their visits to local VA medical facilities. Facilities have also been directed to limit the number of entrances through which visitors can enter. Upon arrival, all patients, visitors, and employees will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms and possible exposure.

What about VA nursing homes and spinal cord injury units?
On March 10, 2020, VA announced that its 134 nursing homes (also called VA community living centers) and 24 spinal cord injury and disorder centers would be closed to all outside visitors. All clinical staff will be screened for COVID-19 daily before entering the nursing home or spinal cord injury units, and staff will work only within those units to limit possible transmission of the virus. Exceptions to the visitor policy will only be made for cases when veterans are in their last stages of life on hospice units or inpatient spinal cord injury units.

Saginaw VA Medical Center
Veterans who utilize the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, are encouraged to visit www.saginaw.va.gov for the latest information and updates. Additionally, all activities/events at the VA have been canceled for 30 days or until further notice. Admissions to our Community Living Center or Palliative Care Unit are restricted at this time. Certain criteria will need to be met to be admitted to assure the Veteran is free of the Coronavirus before admission. 

The VA is not allowing visitors to their Community Living Center, and there are restrictions on the number of visitors on the Palliative Care (end of life) Unit. 
 
Iron Mountain VA Medical Center
Veterans who utilize the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain are encouraged to visit www.ironmountain.va.gov for the latest information. For the safety of patients, visitors and staff, the Iron Mountain VA Medical Center is changing its visitation policy for all its health care facilities in the Upper Peninsula and Northern Wisconsin to help to combat the spread of the Coronavirus. Effective at noon CST, March 16th, the VA medical center and its seven community-based VA clinics are not allowing visitors for most patients and staff until further notice.

Visitors will be prohibited from entering the medical center unless it is necessary for providing medical care, supporting patient care activities, or visiting under exigent circumstances, such as grave illness or imminent death of a family member under care in the facility.

In Conclusion
The VA has implemented an aggressive public health response to protect and care for Veterans in the face of this emerging health risk. We are working directly with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other federal partners to monitor the outbreak of the virus.
VA has administered over 100 COVID-19 tests nationwide while taking aggressive steps to prevent COVID-19 transmission.
These measures include outreach to Veterans and staff, clinical screening at VA health care facilities, and protective procedures for patients admitted to community living centers and spinal cord injury units.  To learn more, click HERE.
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IMPORTANT INFO - ALMA VFW POST 1454

3/16/2020

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DOWNLOAD SPRING PASTIE SALE ORDER FORM HERE --------------------->>
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We'd like to thank everyone that turned out tonight (Monday, March 16th) to donate blood. We had an awesome turnout. By 5:00 p.m. the Red Cross Volunteers only had 3 bags left in their supply kit to be filled. Thank you all for thinking of the needs of our community during this uncertain time.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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March 2020 Newsletter & More!

3/4/2020

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Congratulations
​Dart League Tournament Winners!

Congratulations Diana & Jamie
This dynamic duo was "Not Darting Around" at this year's Dart League Tournament. Trophy plaques & cash in hand. Great job Dart League Team! ​Way to represent your Post!
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The Saginaw VA Medical Center & Local Veterans are in Need!
Please Help Our Auxiliary Fill the Duffle Bags!
Drop off your diaper donations by March 13th at VFW Post 1454
We're open Wed-Sun after 3 pm.

Thank you for supporting your local Veterans!
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Attention Snowbirds
We will freeze & hold your pasties for your return!
Order by March 30th!
Pastie Order Forms Here
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Red Cross Blood Drive at Alma VFW Post 1454
Monday, March 16th Noon to 5:45 pm
Register Early with
RapidPass
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4th Friday of Every Month - Fish Fry March 27th
Join us 5:00-7:00 pm - Public Welcome!
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Like & Follow Us on Facebook for all the latest news, photos & info!
Auxiliary 1454 Members, did you know there's a Facebook Group just for you? Look for the private group Alma VFW Auxiliary & request to join!
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Auxiliary Pastie Sale Fundraiser & Diaper Drive

2/12/2020

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Attention Snowbirds,
​We will freeze & hold your orders
​until you return!
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CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD ORDER FORM
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Auxiliary Steak Fry is Back Beginning April 19th!
Join us from Noon-4:00 pm on the 3rd Sunday of Every Month
April through September

Public Welcome!
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February 2020 Newsletter

2/7/2020

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2020 - A New Year At VFW Post 1454

2/4/2020

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Our Auxiliary received a thank you note for the goodie boxes shipped over the holidays that included this awesome photo of our Troops currently stationed in Afghanistan. Thanks to all who contributed to this project!
Thank you to all who attended our Annual New Year's Eve Party to ring in 2020! Special thanks to Club Manager Ellen for a job well done, decorating, preparing for and serving up another great time to our guests. Special thanks to Diana for always capturing the fun on film!
Thanks to all who joined in the fun for our annual Super Bowl Party! Special thanks to Bryan Prohaska for organizing another great Super Bowl Party event with great raffle prizes & give-aways. Congratulations Loren Marburg, winner of the 65" Smart TV, and to our own Club Manager Ellen Winn, winner of the $300 cash prize. Congrats!
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Next Fish Fry is Friday, February 28th. Public Welcome!
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Watch our Sign for Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive Dates!
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Post & Auxiliary meets on the 2nd Monday of every month. We are gearing up for Spring & Summer events. All Post & Auxiliary Members are encouraged to attend the meeting on Monday, February 10th. Share your thoughts, ideas & talents. Attend Post & Auxiliary events and consider volunteering. Your participation helps us advance our mission to serve our Comrades & our community.
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Wrapping Up 2019 at VFW Post 1454

12/29/2019

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December is always a busy month for VFW Post 1454 beginning with our Wreaths Across America participation. We had a wonderful turnout for this special event. Click HERE to see our 2019 Wreaths Across America photos.
The Post Auxiliary sponsored a local family for Christmas this year and received a wonderful thank you note from the family. Thank you Char & Jeanne for heading up this project!

​Our Auxiliary also shipped 8 boxes of goodies to our Troops overseas. Char received a text from Benjamin that all of the boxes had arrived in time for Christmas.
Deck the Halls, VFW Post 1454's hall that is. Club Manager Ellen has been busy decorating the hall for our New Year's Eve celebration. It's been a busy month for hall rentals too. Private parties, wedding receptions, family gatherings & more. Keep us in mind for your next event!
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Shout out to Juan & Steve the Volunteer Floor Cleaning Crew! Thank you for your hard work. The floors look great! Perfect for dancing in the New Year. FYI - Our New Year's Eve Party is SOLD OUT!
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New chairs for the New Year! New chairs for the Post have arrived. Huge thanks to James & our Post Auxiliary for handling the order, purchasing the chairs & finding a home for our old chairs, and to Char & Jeanne for helping unwrap all the new chairs.

Yes, December has been a busy month but we always have plenty of fun too. We celebrated the holidays and December birthdays for two special members of our VFW Family. Happy Birthday Commander Vic and Club Manager Ellen!
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Good times, good food, great friends! There's always something happening at the Post, even when you least expect it. Thank you Steve & Mandy for sharing this wonderful meal!
Our annual New Year's Eve Party will wrap up 2019 events for VFW Post 1454 but we have plenty more in store for the New Year!

Our Monthly Fish Fry returns January 24th. Join us from 5-7 pm on the 4th Friday of Every Month for a delicious 1lb Fish Basket served with french fries, coleslaw & dinner roll just $12 per person. Chicken finger baskets also available. Public Welcome! Proceeds help support our Veterans locally and nationwide.
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Post & Auxiliary Members
Mark your January 2020 Calendars

Post Meeting Monday January 13th
Post Meets at 7 pm
Auxiliary Meets at 6:30

Private Party
Post & Auxiliary Members Only 
Horse Races!
Saturday, January 18th

From Our Family to Yours,
Have a Safe & Happy New Year!


​Thank You for Supporting Your Local Veterans!
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Wreaths Across America 2019

12/14/2019

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Wreaths Across America 2019
Remember - Honor - Teach
Remember our fallen U.S. Veterans. Honor those who serve.
Teach your children the value of Freedom.
Our thanks to all who joined us to honor our Nation's Heroes on Wreaths Across America Day. Special thanks to the generous Wreaths Across America sponsors that help make this event possible each year.
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www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org
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December Newsletter & November Photos

12/5/2019

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December Events
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ANNUAL NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
PRIME RIB DINNER, DANCING & FUN
LIMITED TICKETS $16 EACH
November Photos
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Toys for Tots Dart Tournament
Filled a Duffle Bag!
​Thank You All.
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MSU v UM Tailgate Party
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Leslie C. McLean Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1454

1302 Wright Avenue
​Alma, Michigan 48801


Telephone

989-466-5454

Email

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almavfw@outlook.com
Wednesday-Sunday Open at 3 p.m.
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