Veterans will be able to explore benefits and new eligibility at the virtual event.

Virtual event to connect Veterans to new benefits

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government

Military families will have a three-day opportunity to explore Veterans benefits and new eligibility requirements at a one-stop-virtual-shop. From Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, between the hours of 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Delaware vets can take advantage of 1-on-1 assistance and can connect with Veterans Affairs, state and community partners to obtain claim status updates, file claims, enroll in …

Wilmington's Veteran Family Fun Day is July 14 at the Carousel Park and Equestrian Center.

Veterans can file for new benefits at July 14 family fun day

Jarek RutzHeadlines, Government

A new Veterans Affairs family fun day is organized around a serious tent pole: Getting 150 or more veterans to file claims for new federal benefits. The Wilmington Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Veteran Benefits Administration hope the July 14 event will bring the additional resources available through the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act to service members, veterans, …