Are you looking to support a charity that is helping out veterans in a big way? Look no further! VeTSDC is now registered with Amazon Smile which helps charities by providing a percentage to charities that are registered with them. Our current goal is to raise funds so we can open a building which will provide counseling services, assistance with special needs children, and job placement. But we can't do that without your help! So if you have a moment to spare please share our link to AmazonSmile! It's as easy as logging into Amazon, clicking our link, and going about your usual Amazon shopping! Thank you for your continued support!
Showing posts with label Whidbey Island. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Whidbey Island. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 19, 2016
Have You Heard the News? We're Official!
Hello nonprofit lovers! Did you hear that we're official? We received our 501(c) letter and now we're looking to you to spread the word!
Are you looking to support a charity that is helping out veterans in a big way? Look no further! VeTSDC is now registered with Amazon Smile which helps charities by providing a percentage to charities that are registered with them. Our current goal is to raise funds so we can open a building which will provide counseling services, assistance with special needs children, and job placement. But we can't do that without your help! So if you have a moment to spare please share our link to AmazonSmile! It's as easy as logging into Amazon, clicking our link, and going about your usual Amazon shopping! Thank you for your continued support!
Are you looking to support a charity that is helping out veterans in a big way? Look no further! VeTSDC is now registered with Amazon Smile which helps charities by providing a percentage to charities that are registered with them. Our current goal is to raise funds so we can open a building which will provide counseling services, assistance with special needs children, and job placement. But we can't do that without your help! So if you have a moment to spare please share our link to AmazonSmile! It's as easy as logging into Amazon, clicking our link, and going about your usual Amazon shopping! Thank you for your continued support!
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Resource Transition Fair!
Check out the upcoming resource fair! Open to Oak Harbor, Coupeville, South Whidbey School Districts. Encompassing elementary, middle, and high school. Transition students, families and providers are welcome!
Their focus is on:
"Preparing students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for a smooth transition
from school to work & adulthood"–Resource Transition Fair
Even if you were able to make it to this last year they are offering new connections with different organization and representatives from agencies to answer those questions regarding life after high school.
Their focus is on:
"Preparing students with intellectual and developmental disabilities for a smooth transition
from school to work & adulthood"–Resource Transition Fair
Even if you were able to make it to this last year they are offering new connections with different organization and representatives from agencies to answer those questions regarding life after high school.
Where: Coupeville High School
501 S Main Street
Coupeville, WA
When: Tuesday, October 4th from 5:30-7:30pm
Who to Contact with Questions or to RSVP:
Mike Etzell (360)678-7883 or email Susan Armstrong
A potato bar dinner is provided with Pre-Registration!
Special Needs Support Group
VeTSDC came across some information that we think you all might find pertinent. We are always on the lookout for great support groups and free services in the area. Here's what we've found:
Friends Helping Friends
Every third Thursday from 6-7:30pm Aptitude Habilitation Services hosts a support group for any all all who are raising a child with special needs. They're located at 31955 SR 20 in suite #3, childcare is provided but you will need to contact Stephanie. If you are seeking people to talk with that understand what you are going through then feel free to stop by. They also have a Facebook page if you want to see what it's all about. Find them at Whidbey Island Friends Helping Friends. If you have any questions regarding the program contact jaemee.w@tlcwhidbey.org.Friday, July 29, 2016
Job Opportunity: Get PAID to PLAY!
ATTENTION! Immediate Job Openings with the
Child Development Center!
Get Paid to Play All Day!
- Flexible Schedule
- Fun Atmosphere
- Job Growth Opportunities
Join their team today! Employee privileges
include access to base facilities such as gyms, recreation centers,
restaurants, and discount tickets to sporting and entertainment events!
For more information on how to apply visit Navy Life PNW
or call the jobline at (360) 396-5533.
Tuesday, July 12, 2016
The Whidbey Island Fair is Coming Up: It's Easy to Register!
Looking for something fun to do, or possibly to participate in? Look no further the Whidbey Island Fair is just around the corner! Click here for more information on the fair and how to register, including rules and deadlines.
–Fair Association History–
"Roots of the Island County Fair go back to 1912, when it was established in Coupeville by a private company as the Island County Fair
Association. But the fair needed to draw it’s audience from all of Whidbey Island, and for South Whidbey residents back then, the trip
to Coupeville was dif cult and expensive. Traveling by horseback or carriage, it was a 20- to 30- mile journey, which necessitated an
overnight stay. Excursion boats brought passengers from Camano Island and various points on Whidbey Island, but the fair attendance
remained poor and the fair died out in 1916 for lack of support.
Langley resurrected the fair in 1917 on the town’s waterfront. In 1922, it was moved to the town’s school gymnasium, and the following year the fair was organized as a nonpro t organization funded by memberships. By the late 1920’s, there were better roads and auto travel. The fair prospered and in 1934 - one of the worst years of the Great Depression - the Fair Association built the pole building on property adjacent to the school. Using support from the WPA (Works Progress Administration), the Association purchased a six-acre chicken ranch near the school and construction began on a large fair building, completed in 1937. During the next three decades horse barns and exhibit halls were added.
The Fair Association deeded the fairgrounds to Island County in 1962 with the understanding that the property could not be sold without a majority vote of the island’s pioneer descendant’s. The Association continues to operate the fair (held annually in August) and members are proud that no tax dollars support it. The fairgrounds are located at 819 Camano Avenue in Langley."–Island County Fair Association
Langley resurrected the fair in 1917 on the town’s waterfront. In 1922, it was moved to the town’s school gymnasium, and the following year the fair was organized as a nonpro t organization funded by memberships. By the late 1920’s, there were better roads and auto travel. The fair prospered and in 1934 - one of the worst years of the Great Depression - the Fair Association built the pole building on property adjacent to the school. Using support from the WPA (Works Progress Administration), the Association purchased a six-acre chicken ranch near the school and construction began on a large fair building, completed in 1937. During the next three decades horse barns and exhibit halls were added.
The Fair Association deeded the fairgrounds to Island County in 1962 with the understanding that the property could not be sold without a majority vote of the island’s pioneer descendant’s. The Association continues to operate the fair (held annually in August) and members are proud that no tax dollars support it. The fairgrounds are located at 819 Camano Avenue in Langley."–Island County Fair Association
Volunteers Needed!!!!
Looking to give back to the community? Oak Harbor Christian School is in need of volunteers for their upcoming yard sale. They need your help to setup, so if you're interested contact Laura or Liz for more information!
Saturday, July 9, 2016
2016 Retiree Appreciation Day in Oak Harbor WA–TODAY!
Looking for something to do today?
Military Retirees in the Pacific Northwest, clear your calendar today for the Navy Region Northwest Retiree Appreciation Day on 9 Jul 16 at
Bakerview Restaurant and Chiefs' Club Ballroom, Naval Air Station Whidbey
Island, located at 1080 W. Ault Field Rd, Oak Harbor WA 98278.
The Navy Region Northwest Retiree Appreciation Day will start
promptly at 0900 and end at 1200pm. All military retirees and spouses are
invited to attend.
Point of Contact Information:
Centralized Scheduling Office
Phone Number: 1-866-854-0638
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
–4th of July Parade–
We had so much fun walking in the parade with fellow veterans and their families! We want to thank those who came out and walked with VeTSDC this year! Here are a few photos from the parade! We hope that you and yours had a Happy 4th of July. Also, we want to thank those who serve and protect our freedom everyday!
Our Founder Jendayi Stafford and Co-Founder Gary Strong with some more VeTSDC volunteers!
A group shot of everyone who walked in the parade!
Feeling the 4th of July Spirit!
Monday, July 4, 2016
VA Benefits: How to Apply for Disability Benefits, VA Benefits Timetable, and Medical Discharge Information
VeTSDC knows firsthand how challenging it can be to start the movements of obtaining disability benefits. Our founders have gone through it too and here's some info that they found particularly interesting...
Here is a website that walks you through how to apply for disability benefits:
What is a DD214?
This site walks you through how to understand what a DD form 214 is, it's history, and what you need it for and how to obtain one. It sends information to a SSD Representative to contact you and walk you through eligibility and how to sign up.
Want to know what a disability rating is and how the calculate your compensation?
Here is a website that walks you through how to apply for disability benefits:
What is a DD214?
This site walks you through how to understand what a DD form 214 is, it's history, and what you need it for and how to obtain one. It sends information to a SSD Representative to contact you and walk you through eligibility and how to sign up.
Want to know what a disability rating is and how the calculate your compensation?
Here's a look at the VA Benefits Timetable–
Medical Discharge: VA Benefits for Service Members going through this process–
If you'd like a copy of these pdfs sent to you please email Jendayi.stafford@vetsdc.org!
Thursday, June 30, 2016
ProLog Job Opportunity!
A little about the
company:
Established in
2000, ProLog is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. In 2006
ProLog won its first prime contract to perform logistics and supply services
for the U.S. Maritime Administration. Aggressive company growth by 2008
led ProLog to become one of the fastest growing small businesses in Virginia.
Since then, ProLog has become a nationwide technical services provider for the
following services:
•
Administrative Support Services
•
Aviation Maintenance (Logistics &
MRO)
•
Facility Support Services
•
Information Technology & Data
Management
•
Maritime Logistics Acquisition and
Sustainment
•
Warehousing & Supply Operations
General Clerk II: $14.80/HR
The employee will perform
administrative and clerical duties in support of a Naval Aviation
squadron. The duties may include:
•
Navy correspondence:
Preparation of standard Navy correspondence, letters, and messages.
•
FITREPS/EVALS: Familiarization
with preparation of evaluations and reports of fitness.
•
Personnel transactions:
Processing of personnel actions such as leave, pay, Page 2 preparation, SGLI,
travel, and security clearances. Personnel accounting procedures
including muster reports, gains, and losses.
•
Records Management: File
storage, maintenance, archival, retrieval, and destruction.
•
Customer Service: Ability to
manage phone and face-to-face customer transactions. Professional
demeanor in an office setting, demonstrating courtesy at all times.
•
Awards: Drafting, typing,
processing, submission, and distribution of awards.
•
Official Travel Support:
Preparation of no-fee passport applications, TAD orders, travel arrangements,
Government Travel Credit Card applications, and processing travel
vouchers. Familiarization with Defense Travel System (DTS) and Government
Travel Credit Card (GTCC) programs.
•
Maintenance Administration and
Operational Administration support. Naval Aviation support including
SHARP and NALCOMIS database maintenance and other functions associated with
flight training logs and records.
•
Executive secretarial support to the
Commanding Officer and Executive Officer.
•
Official Mail Management:
Receipt, appropriate handling, and distribution of U.S. Mail.
Qualifications:
•
Must be ability to work in an Office
Setting and be able to lift up to seven pounds.
Required Experience, Training &
Certifications:
•
The successful applicant will possess
2-3 years of previous administrative experience working in a well-structured,
hierarchical office environment, a working knowledge of military procedures and
protocol, a high knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, a mature and
respectful demeanor, and a professional appearance.
Required Education Level:
•
High School Graduate or Equivalent
Required Security Clearance
Eligibility:
•
Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to
obtain and maintain Department of Defense Secret Security
Clearance eligibility.
Job Opportunities: Oak Harbor Christian School
Oak Harbor Christian School has some new job opportunities available:
Before and After School Program– There are openings from 6:30-8:30am and 3:15-5:30pm. There are families currently in need of this service so if you are interested in working in this program contact the Oak Harbor Christian School office for more details.
Teaching Position– The Oak Harbor Christian School is seeking teachers for the pre-school and substitute instructional assistants for grades K-6 (needed immediately). They also are advertising for additional teaching staff for the upcoming 2016-2017 school year. Teachers with musical and/or technology expertise are especially encouraged to apply.
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
–4th of July Parade–
Come walk with us in the 4th of July Parade!
If you want to walk with VeTSDC in the parade just let us know you'll be participating in our "4th of July Parade" Event on Facebook! Everyone is welcome just wear red, blue, or your VeTSDC t-shirts. We will be passing out candy and beads too, so bring your throwing arm!
If you have any questions feel free to contact april.pomeroy@vetsdc.org!
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
–Day of Caring: Volunteer Opportunity–
VeTSDC is volunteering with United Way on their Day
of Caring.
It is "The biggest volunteer event in the
state is calling your name. With 10,000 volunteers, Day of Caring is THE day to
give your time and energy to our area's nonprofits" is how United Way
describes the event that it sponsors around the country. We have adopted Oak
Harbor Christian School. Some of the projects will include sanding and
refinishing the front bench, putting down reflecting striping around outside
steps, and general grounds maintenance. If you want to give back or obtain some
volunteer hours please stop by and lend us a hand!
Please be sure to arrive by no later than 8:15am at suite 101
refreshments and snacks will be served.
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
–Homegrown Grassroots–
Anita Smith and her group of volunteer quilters
opened up their quilting circle to us last Wednesday. They were very gracious
and patient in teaching our local vets children how to make quilts for our
local veterans.
Anita Smith says, "We have all been working diligently to get quilts finished to be able to present them to our local island Veterans. What is special about these quilts is how many people are involved in making them. We counted recently and there are 8 to 14 different hands that have touched these quilts. The hands have been from children and adults, some who are experienced and some who aren't. Hands have bought and donated the fabric, cut it, sewn it, pressed it, and sewn it some more to create an amazing design. From there, someone machine quilted the pieced fabric, batting, and backing together, sewed on the binding, washed the quilts when finished, made labels for each one and even created custom labels for the bags. We then find a veteran to present this handmade quilt to and they receive this amazing gift that was made with so much love and care. All these hands want that Veteran to know, that someone on the island cares that they served this country and that they want to honor them now that they are home. We are not funded by any organization to make these quilts. All the fabric, batting, and supplies have been donated. The Deer Lagoon Grange has donated the space for us to use to sew. Without these donations we could not do what we are doing right now. This is what is so amazing. this is the 'grass roots' of true Whidbey Island hearts, giving to our Veterans."
Anita Smith says, "We have all been working diligently to get quilts finished to be able to present them to our local island Veterans. What is special about these quilts is how many people are involved in making them. We counted recently and there are 8 to 14 different hands that have touched these quilts. The hands have been from children and adults, some who are experienced and some who aren't. Hands have bought and donated the fabric, cut it, sewn it, pressed it, and sewn it some more to create an amazing design. From there, someone machine quilted the pieced fabric, batting, and backing together, sewed on the binding, washed the quilts when finished, made labels for each one and even created custom labels for the bags. We then find a veteran to present this handmade quilt to and they receive this amazing gift that was made with so much love and care. All these hands want that Veteran to know, that someone on the island cares that they served this country and that they want to honor them now that they are home. We are not funded by any organization to make these quilts. All the fabric, batting, and supplies have been donated. The Deer Lagoon Grange has donated the space for us to use to sew. Without these donations we could not do what we are doing right now. This is what is so amazing. this is the 'grass roots' of true Whidbey Island hearts, giving to our Veterans."
If you are interested in joining VeTSDC on our next
trip to Langley, or would like to see this group come up to Oak Harbor, feel
free to send us a message on Facebook, or send email requests to:
Jendayi.Stafford@vetsdc.org
Anita Smith and her group are willing to come up to Oak Harbor and work
with veteran kids and their families in making quilts for our local vets. The
children who partook last Wednesday in Langley absolutely loved participating in this
activity and VeTSDC hopes to bring this experience to more children here in Oak
Harbor!

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