The Schenectady County Veterans Service Agency (SCVSA) is inviting residents to submit photos of military veterans for a special display wall. This project aims to collect and showcase photos of local veterans during their time of service, honoring their dedication and sacrifice for our country. The display will be available for the community to view at the Hon. Karen B. Johnson (Central) Library in celebration of Veterans Day, and afterwards the photos will be displayed at the SCVSA.
“This project is a wonderful way to recognize and celebrate the many residents of Schenectady County who have served in the military,” said Schenectady County Legislator Holly Vellano, Chair of the Military Affairs & Veterans Committee. “I encourage everyone to participate and help us honor the brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedoms.”
Photos can be dropped off at the SCVSA office, located at 797 Broadway in Schenectady, or submitted online at https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans/photo-wall. The deadline to submit photos for the display is Sunday, November 3.
For more information or to submit photos, please visit https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans/photo-wall or contact the SCVSA at (518) 377-2423.
With over 7,200 veterans calling Schenectady County home, we recognize the invaluable contributions and sacrifices made by those who have served our nation. The County is committed to providing services to our veterans, to ensure they receive the support, resources, and recognition they deserve.
Veterans Service Agency
Our Veteran Service Agency provides comprehensive assistance to veterans, guiding them through the Department of Veterans Affairs and advising them on available benefits tailored to their service. From aiding in benefit applications to addressing queries and tracking claims through the VA system, the VSA works to help veterans receive the support they deserve.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans
Veterans Peer-to-Peer Network
Discover Schenectady County's PFC Joseph Dwyer program, a local initiative committed to offering peer support to our veteran community. Collaborating with various local organizations and programs, the Dwyer program ensures accessibility by meeting veterans where they are. Through hosting meetings and organizing activities, this program welcomes individuals who have served, irrespective of their veteran status, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all.
https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/vetpeernetwork
Honor A Veteran Program
The Honor-A-Veteran program is a collaboration between Schenectady County’s Veterans Service Agency and the County’s Honor-A-Veteran Committee to honor veterans who were either born in or currently reside in Schenectady County.