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I just read through your documentation—and wow, what a journey. The level of
persistence, clarity, and care you brought to navigating that maze is
impressive. You didn’t just advocate for your friend; you exposed how
unnecessarily complex the process can be for veterans who’ve already given
so much. The way you broke down each step, flagged the roadblocks, and
offered practical workarounds makes that page more than a personal log—it’s a
guidepost for others.

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Thanks so much for sharing this—I just had a chance to review the page, and I
really appreciate the time you took to document the entire process. I can see
how getting a Veteran ID card turned into more of an adventure than expected!

Your step-by-step notes and resource links are incredibly helpful, especially for
those navigating it without clear guidance. I think others trying to assist
veterans—like Kathleen and myself—will find this a valuable reference. I love
the effort you put into this!!

Thanks again for looping me in, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you
need help with anything else.

Best regards, Jen (VSO office, Framingham, MA)
All my Veteran Events

2/11 Met with Carole in Hopedale to reach out to Pat in Upton
2/12 corresponded with Pat in Upton on Site improvements

3/18 Reached out to Dr. Jon of EVOS

3/25 Worked with Ken (Vet in Upton) on Site Improvements
3/25 write Whitepages for Site
3/27 Helped Ted with Printer
3/28 - Brought Vet to Appt
March - Helped Jan with Computer setup
4/6 Correspondence with Operation Homefront
4/6 Correspondence with Helmetstohardhats.org
veteransinc.org, 22Mohawks.com , MLB.com
4/19 - Attended Garrison Dust and Rust Run

4/29 - Met with Kathy VSO in Framiingham
5/19 - Met with Paul VSO in Natick
Posting in May Mendon-Upton Free Press
Posting in June
Milford Free Press

6/5 - 6/26 - Helped Dave obtain Veteran ID Card
6/9 - Reached out to Joe VSO for Worcester
6/9 - Met with Jeff VSO for Central Ma

6/13 - 20th Annual Standdown in Worcester
6/13 - Reached out to Diane and added jud.state.ma.us to site
6/13 - Reached out to Bill from Standown added
projectnewhopema.org to site
7/10 - Attended the WCAC southern Worcester County Community Resource Fair
7/23 - Attended Framingham VA Clinic Event added All of Us to site
7/25 - Reached out to Nicholas at
EVOS to meet next week
7/26 - Helped
Garrison with HVAC Install

8/6   - Teaching Mike Cribbage
8/6   - Met with Nicholas from the
Executive Office of Veterans Services (EOVS)
8/16 - Attended the Marshfield Fair for the VA
9/11 -
Interview with MyFM 101.3.
9/12 - Communicated with
Family First and Linked to their Site.
9/13 - Attended Mendon Safety Day

10/1 - Communicate with Erin from
22Mohawks
10/6 -
BREW-V Talks with Ken
10/7 -
BREW-V Talks with Paul
10/10 -
BREW-VTalks with Mike
10/11 - Attended the Lions Mendon Country Fair

10/25 - Attending the
Fundraiser at Garrison Garage - Chili Cook-off
11/11 - Volunteering Worcester VA Pancake Breakfast
11/25 - Volunteering Worcester VA Turkey Dinner
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I met you at Veterans Inc and the Stand down June 13th.   You gave me your
business card and interview packet.

I used the sample thank you email in the packet.   

I was offered the opportunity with the xxxxx Police Department.  My role will be
Senior Clerk.  I will be starting this Monday.

Thank You,
Melinda