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American Legion
CSM Gary W. Crisp Post 289 Clarksville, TN |
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American Legion Mission Statement
The American Legion is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization with great political influence perpetuated by its grass-roots involvement in the legislation process from local districts to Capitol Hill. Legionnaires sense of obligation to community, state and nation drives an honest advocacy for veterans in Washington. The Legion stands behind the issues most important to the nation's veterans community, backed by resolutions passed by volunteer leadership.
The American Legion’s success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism. The organization belongs to the people it serves and the communities in which it thrives.
The American Legion’s success depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism. The organization belongs to the people it serves and the communities in which it thrives.
Christmas Parade
It's Christmas and for the first time, Post 289 and Auxiliary Unit 289 will sponsor a lighted trailer for Clarksville's annual Lighted Christmas Parade. The parade kicks off at 5pm Saturday December 4th. Please come out and enjoy all the lights. For safety, there will be no walkers in the parade.
The route will be pretty much the same as other downtown parades, starting and ending at APSU. See the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Facebook page for more details. The weather will be chilly so bundle up.
New Membership Meeting Location
Starting November 16, 1800hrs, the membership of Post 289 will gather in the meeting rooms at the Steven A. Cohen Family Military Clinic at Centerstone, 775 Weatherly Drive, Clarksville, TN 37043. The VA clinic is on the same street. The Cohen Clinic is the last building on the left before the street ends. Entrance to the meeting rooms is through the double doors on the left side (see the picture below).
The Cohen Clinic is a very nice facility and we want to demonstrate how thankful we are for this opportunity. It would be great to see a large turnout of members and visitors for this meeting. Please call your comrades and let them know about this change.
Remember, our membership meetings are always on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Our executive meeting is the first Tuesday and will continue to be at Sykes Funeral Home. Scout Troop 289 will also continue to meet at Sykes.
JULY IS THE BEGINNING OF OUR YEAR AND IT'S TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP!!!
CLICK THE LINK "JOIN NOW" BELOW TO JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ON LINE.
CLICK THE LINK "JOIN NOW" BELOW TO JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP ON LINE.
Why you should join! Together, We Make a Difference
The American Legion provides life-changing assistance and guidance for veterans, military personnel, their families and communities in thousands of ways every day around the world. Help comes in the form of personal assistance, cash grants, donated goods, disaster relief, labor, networking, volunteerism and advocacy.
Membership renewals for 2021 started 1 July, reminder notices for renewal are sent out from National headquarters periodically. For members who do not renew by 15 October, a renewal notice will go out on 13 November. If you have a 2020 membership it is good through 31 December.
Renewals are for 2021 and are good through 31 December 2021. If you ever have a question about membership, renewals, the status of your cards contact the Post Adjutant AmericanLegion.Post289Adjutant@gmail.com
The American Legion provides life-changing assistance and guidance for veterans, military personnel, their families and communities in thousands of ways every day around the world. Help comes in the form of personal assistance, cash grants, donated goods, disaster relief, labor, networking, volunteerism and advocacy.
Membership renewals for 2021 started 1 July, reminder notices for renewal are sent out from National headquarters periodically. For members who do not renew by 15 October, a renewal notice will go out on 13 November. If you have a 2020 membership it is good through 31 December.
Renewals are for 2021 and are good through 31 December 2021. If you ever have a question about membership, renewals, the status of your cards contact the Post Adjutant AmericanLegion.Post289Adjutant@gmail.com
GuideStar
Post 289 is a Guidestar Gold Transparency non-profit for 2021.
According to the IRS, Taxpayers who don't itemize deductions may still take a charitable deduction of up to $300 for cash contributions made in 2021 to qualifying charities. Cash donations include those made by check, credit card or debit card. The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act changed this law. The CARES Act also temporarily suspends limits on charitable contributions and temporarily increases limits on contributions of food inventory. There is still time to take advantage of this change.
A donation to Post 289 will help our post continue to provide services to local veterans and the communities of Clarksville-Montgomery County through 2021.
For more information on post 289 and our non-profit status, click on the Guidestar Gold Transparency icon above.
Remember, American Legion Post 289 is a 501(c)19 and eligible for tax-deductible donations.
A donation to Post 289 will help our post continue to provide services to local veterans and the communities of Clarksville-Montgomery County through 2021.
For more information on post 289 and our non-profit status, click on the Guidestar Gold Transparency icon above.
Remember, American Legion Post 289 is a 501(c)19 and eligible for tax-deductible donations.
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Our Scout Troops Need Your Help!!
We have a great group of boys and girls in our Pack and Troops. They are in need of donations to purchase a trailer for their camping trips. If you can't donate but know someone that would like to donate a trailer you can contact Douglas Kirby - rotebard@yahoo.com or Ernest Schmidt - Eaglewarr7@yahoo.com
We have a great group of boys and girls in our Pack and Troops. They are in need of donations to purchase a trailer for their camping trips. If you can't donate but know someone that would like to donate a trailer you can contact Douglas Kirby - rotebard@yahoo.com or Ernest Schmidt - Eaglewarr7@yahoo.com
VETERANS EXPOSED TO AGENT ORANGE AND OTHER TOXIC EXPOSURES
The American Legion has a long history of fighting for the rights of veterans exposed to Agent Orange and other toxic exposures. We have had significant victories in the past ensuring veterans get access to care, such as the recent Blue Water Navy (BWN) Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of veterans are still suffering from exposure to Agent Orange without the care and benefits they have rightfully earned.
Senate Amendment 1972 in the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would add bladder cancer, hypothyroidism, and parkinsonism to the list of Agent Orange presumptive diseases. Each of these diseases has been linked to Agent Orange by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
The American Legion proudly supports this amendment, and asks that you contact your Senators and Representative and tell them to keep Senate Amendment 1972 in the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Click the link below to log in and send your message: https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/XQrylG2cvoTbVdc9zIyC3g
The American Legion has a long history of fighting for the rights of veterans exposed to Agent Orange and other toxic exposures. We have had significant victories in the past ensuring veterans get access to care, such as the recent Blue Water Navy (BWN) Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. Unfortunately, tens of thousands of veterans are still suffering from exposure to Agent Orange without the care and benefits they have rightfully earned.
Senate Amendment 1972 in the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would add bladder cancer, hypothyroidism, and parkinsonism to the list of Agent Orange presumptive diseases. Each of these diseases has been linked to Agent Orange by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
The American Legion proudly supports this amendment, and asks that you contact your Senators and Representative and tell them to keep Senate Amendment 1972 in the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Click the link below to log in and send your message: https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/XQrylG2cvoTbVdc9zIyC3g
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
Please remember that our prayer list may include our comrades as well as their families!
Carmen & Fae Cherry, Jerry & Betty Colbert, Richard Jackson, and Ernest and Dawn Schmidt.
Please remember that our prayer list may include our comrades as well as their families!
Carmen & Fae Cherry, Jerry & Betty Colbert, Richard Jackson, and Ernest and Dawn Schmidt.
New VA Suicide Prevention Program
VA launches program to send caring letters to 90,000 Veterans
Evidence-based research shows simple act can help prevent Veteran suicide
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today its Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) formally launched the Caring Letters Program, an evidence-based suicide prevention intervention that involves sending periodic messages with simple expressions of care and concern to Veterans who use VA health care and contact the VCL.
The program aligns with the 2019 VA/DOD Clinical Practice Guidelines, which suggests brief, non-demanding follow-up communication keeps Veterans engaged and could facilitate opportunities for connecting them with treatment options.
“In the first 11 weeks of the program VCL has mailed Caring Letters to almost 30,000 Veterans,” said VA Secretary Robert Wilkie. “This is one of the largest caring letters programs ever implemented. We’re planning to send letters to over 90,000 Veterans over a 12-month period of time.”
Research has found caring letters can reduce the rate of suicide and suicide behaviors for individuals receiving them. Caring letters are thought to reduce suicide by promoting a feeling of caring connection and reminding Veterans that help is available if they need it.
Learn more about VA’s suicide prevention resources and programs.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive free, confidential support and crisis intervention available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1-?800-273-8255 and Press 1, text 838255 or chat online at?VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
Reporters covering this issue can download?VA’s Safe Messaging Best Practices?fact sheet or visit?Reporting On Suicide?for important guidance on how to communicate about suicide?
Evidence-based research shows simple act can help prevent Veteran suicide
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today its Veterans Crisis Line (VCL) formally launched the Caring Letters Program, an evidence-based suicide prevention intervention that involves sending periodic messages with simple expressions of care and concern to Veterans who use VA health care and contact the VCL.
The program aligns with the 2019 VA/DOD Clinical Practice Guidelines, which suggests brief, non-demanding follow-up communication keeps Veterans engaged and could facilitate opportunities for connecting them with treatment options.
“In the first 11 weeks of the program VCL has mailed Caring Letters to almost 30,000 Veterans,” said VA Secretary Robert Wilkie. “This is one of the largest caring letters programs ever implemented. We’re planning to send letters to over 90,000 Veterans over a 12-month period of time.”
Research has found caring letters can reduce the rate of suicide and suicide behaviors for individuals receiving them. Caring letters are thought to reduce suicide by promoting a feeling of caring connection and reminding Veterans that help is available if they need it.
Learn more about VA’s suicide prevention resources and programs.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, contact the Veterans Crisis Line to receive free, confidential support and crisis intervention available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call 1-?800-273-8255 and Press 1, text 838255 or chat online at?VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
Reporters covering this issue can download?VA’s Safe Messaging Best Practices?fact sheet or visit?Reporting On Suicide?for important guidance on how to communicate about suicide?
Do you know the number to the Suicide Hotline? (800) 273-8255
Suicide is a national public health issue. Veterans are among higher risk groups, but suicide affects all Americans, which is why VA and The American Legion are working together to adopt a public health approach to suicide prevention. The public health approach looks beyond the individual to involve peers, family members and the community in preventing suicide. Preventing veteran suicide is a top priority for VA, but they need help from dedicated partners like the American Legion Family to reach veterans outside the VA health-care system. This is just an excerpt from National Commander Brett Reistad. To read the complete article click this link: https://www.legion.org/commander/245458/legion-va-team-approach-suicide-prevention
Suicide is a national public health issue. Veterans are among higher risk groups, but suicide affects all Americans, which is why VA and The American Legion are working together to adopt a public health approach to suicide prevention. The public health approach looks beyond the individual to involve peers, family members and the community in preventing suicide. Preventing veteran suicide is a top priority for VA, but they need help from dedicated partners like the American Legion Family to reach veterans outside the VA health-care system. This is just an excerpt from National Commander Brett Reistad. To read the complete article click this link: https://www.legion.org/commander/245458/legion-va-team-approach-suicide-prevention
Legion Care Accidental
Did you know that your members can easily enroll online for the LegionCare Accidental Death coverage on any web enabled device including your smart phone.
Here’s how to do it:
And then, you’ll have no cost accidental death coverage for $1,000. In the case of an accidental death while on Legion Family business, the amount is $5,000. (Except in Washington state in which the benefit is $2,500 for all covered accidental deaths. You will never pay for this coverage and it is good for as long as you remain a dues paying member in the Legion Family organizations.
Please read all details on the website, www.theLIT.com.
Did you know that your members can easily enroll online for the LegionCare Accidental Death coverage on any web enabled device including your smart phone.
Here’s how to do it:
- Set your web browser to www.theLIT.com/LegionCare1
- Click “Sign Up Now.”
- Enter the required information.
- A few clicks and you’re all done. When you provide your email address, you will get instant confirmation in your inbox.
And then, you’ll have no cost accidental death coverage for $1,000. In the case of an accidental death while on Legion Family business, the amount is $5,000. (Except in Washington state in which the benefit is $2,500 for all covered accidental deaths. You will never pay for this coverage and it is good for as long as you remain a dues paying member in the Legion Family organizations.
Please read all details on the website, www.theLIT.com.
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