Schenectady County is excited to host a Veterans Day Out event for veterans and their families on September 8, 2024, at Central Park in Schenectady. This free event is open to all who have served in the military, along with their families.
Co-hosted by the County’s Veteran Peer-to-Peer Network and Veterans Service Agency, the event will feature information booths, live music, complimentary food and beverages, and activities for kids.
“Our Veterans Day Out event is a wonderful opportunity to bring veterans together, provide valuable information about programs and services, and express our gratitude for their service,” said Schenectady County Legislator Holly Vellano, Chair of the Military Affairs & Veterans Committee. “We look forward to a day of community, support, and celebration for our veterans and their families.”
Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
Time: 1:00-6:00 p.m.
Location: Central Park Pavilion, 500 Iroquois Way in Schenectady
The deadline to register is fast approaching on August 30, 2024. For more information or to RSVP, visit www.schenectadycountyny.gov/veterans or call (518) 374-0526.
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.