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Veterans peer‑to‑peer program expands outreach, vehicles and events as demand from older veterans rises
Summary
Washington County’s veterans peer‑to‑peer program reported increased demand from homebound and elderly veterans, use of college‑owned vehicles for transportation to care, plans to recruit vetted volunteers, and a roster of events including a Memorial Day camp, armchair music sessions and breakfast gatherings.
A veterans services representative reported steady expansion in Washington County’s peer‑to‑peer program and asked the committee and community to refer homebound or isolated veterans.
The presenter said demand has risen substantially among elderly and homebound veterans, citing increased needs for transportation to medical appointments and assistance with prescriptions. The program has two college‑owned vehicles now used to transport veterans to local and regional appointments; staff said vehicle maintenance and mileage are tracked through the…
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