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Honoring Our Fallen Heroes: Veterans Holiday Remembrance

Published: 12/20/2023

This past weekend, hundreds of volunteers from all walks of life gathered at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake, WA, the Washington Soldier’s Home Cemetery in Orting and the Washington Veterans Home Cemetery in Port Orchard to participate in a heartfelt event that pays tribute to our beloved heroes who honorably served our… read more

WDVA King County Field Office Closing Permanently on December 31

Published: 12/14/2023

The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) King County Field office at 2106 2nd Ave, Suite 100, Seattle, WA, will close permanently on December 31, 2023.

Over the last several years, WDVA contracted with King County to provide veterans services to King County residents. Recently,… read more

Apply NOW to be a Listed Resource or Service Provider on our Website

Published: 12/14/2023

Are you a resource or service provider looking to share your services and information with service members, veterans and their families?

If so, APPLY NOW to be a part of the WDVA Resource Database. You MUST register… read more

Interested in Volunteering with the WDVA?

Published: 12/11/2023

It's the season of giving, and we're looking for volunteers to brighten the holidays for our veterans living in our homes!

Give back to those who have served by spending some time with them.

Volunteer at one of our Veterans Homes. To learn more and to get involved visit, … read more

Message from the Director - December Veteran Voices

Published: 12/08/2023

PROCLAMATION - Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Published: 12/07/2023

WHEREAS, at dawn on Sunday, December 7, 1941, the United States Pacific
Fleet was attacked at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; and

WHEREAS, December 7 is a day that still lives in infamy 82 years later, after more than
2,400 Americans died in the attack on Pearl Harbor and more than 1,100 were wounded; and

WHEREAS, following the attack, thousands of young… read more

Join us for the Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee Town Hall

Published: 11/24/2023

Don't miss out on your chance to join the VA conversation! Your WDVA is hosting a town hall discussion on the services and benefits available to you. Veterans and family members are encouraged to come out to share their thoughts.

We will give an update on our strategies, goals and presentations from groups within the WDVA. We will also hear from VA Puget Sound, Seattle VA Regional… read more

NEWS RELEASE - Outstanding Service to Veterans Award Recipients Honored for Their Dedication and Commitment

Published: 11/21/2023

OLYMPIA, WA The Governor's Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee (VAAC) is proud to announce the recipients of the Outstanding Service to Veterans Awards for 2023. These awards recognize individuals and teams who have gone above and beyond in their service to veterans and their families. The award winners were honored at the Auburn Veteran's Day Parade and a special luncheon.… read more

Honoring the Sacrifices Made by Our Hometown Heroes

Published: 11/16/2023

During November, the nation honors and recognizes the valuable contributions and sacrifices made by veterans, active-duty military, and military family members to our country.

At AmeriCorps, we recognize our responsibility to the military community, including caring for veterans and their families. We also honor our AmeriCorps members and AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers from the veteran… read more

Celebrating Our Veterans Today and Every day, 2023 Veterans Day Video

Published: 11/09/2023

Check out our Veterans Day Video featuring Veteran Voices from our Homes throughout Washington - honoring those who have served our country!

Happy Veterans Day!

Click below to view the video.

Veterans Days 2023: Veteran Voices Across Washington - YouTube