Aging Veterans Services

Ana Potter, Division Director

hearing loss and is now rated at 70% service connected. While the compensation does not fix the disabilities he has suffered, it does recognize and acknowledge he has been impacted due to his wartime experience. He realizes there may be additional benefits he has earned and failed to collect over the last 50 years. The volunteer’s husband has also talked with several of his Veteran colleagues who are engaging with a Veteran Service Officer to determine what benefits they may qualify to receive

This situation is a wonderful example of how the program is positively impacting veterans and their families in Oregon. Although the volunteer’s husband is not a volunteer in our program, he has shared his positive experience with other Vietnam Era Veterans and is encouraging them to inquire about potential benefits because of his positive experience that started with a volunteer. This kind of exponential growth can change the Veteran landscape in Oregon.

In addition to training and managing volunteers, Mark has also been busy attending several outreach events including veteran’s breakfasts, Stand-downs, and a Veteran Concert with over 700 people in attendance.