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Veterans urge continued full funding for the Vermont Veterans Home in Bennington
Summary
A longtime resident and former first sergeant told the joint committee the Vermont Veterans Home in Bennington should remain fully funded to ensure continuity of care for veterans.
Frank Weatherby, a 20-year U.S. Army veteran who retired as a first sergeant, urged lawmakers to keep the Vermont Veterans Home fully funded so the facility can continue operating effectively in Bennington.
‘‘The Vermont Veterans Home has been keeping the promise made by President Lincoln ever since,’’ Weatherby said, praising staff across roles from nursing to maintenance and calling the home ‘‘a little piece of heaven in Bennington’’ for some residents.
Weatherby described the Home as a high-performing organization focused on veterans and asked the legislature to ensure funding to sustain operations and continuity of care. He described the Home as serving veterans’ quality-of-life needs and said state support is essential to maintain standards.
The committee did not take formal action during the hearing. Weatherby’s remarks were public testimony aimed at influencing budget and policy decisions that will be considered separately by appropriations and oversight bodies.
