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Volusia County veteran services distributes food boxes, expands outreach with new recognition program
Summary
Volusia County’s Veteran Services showcased a partnership that delivered 200 food boxes for veterans, outlined the new Volusia Values Veterans recognition program and described intake and enrollment assistance that led to a VA health‑care enrollment during the segment.
During a Volusia Today feature, Volusia County’s Veteran Services highlighted a surge in demand and several outreach efforts to help local veterans.
Scott Olsen, director of Volusia County Veteran Services, said the county’s four offices now see ‘‘over 16,000 veterans’’ a year and described a recent donation and new benefits for veterans. ‘‘We partner with the Volusia Basket Brigade,’’ Olsen said, noting the group provided 200 food boxes, each intended to feed a family of six and many including gift cards to help buy a turkey or ham. Staff said the boxes were…
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