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Veteran's Affairs Plus W/ David L. Washington

Veteran's Affairs Plus W/ David L. Washington

Auteur(s): David L. Washington
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Veteran's Affairs Plus discusses the issues that veterans in Las Vegas deal with on a daily basis. Your host, David L. Washington connects listeners with relevant community resources and information that they need to help veterans or themselves.© 2022 Public Radio KUNV Hygiène et mode de vie sain
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  • Advancing Veteran Empowerment Through VA’s Compensated Work Therapy Program
    Nov 15 2025

    Dave Washington hosts a special programming on Veterans Affairs Plus, featuring guest Ronald Ware, an Army veteran and current VA employee. Ware discusses the Compensated Work Therapy program, which helps veterans gain employment and technical skills through paid work at VA facilities. The program is open to veterans who are service-connected and need employment. Ware emphasizes the program's importance in providing a leg-up rather than a handout, offering veterans the opportunity to re-enter the workforce and regain self-esteem. The program has a waiting list of about 100 candidates, with 15-30 new applicants monthly. Ware also provides contact information for the program and encourages veterans to apply.

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    28 min
  • Honoring Service and Community: Dave Washington Highlights Mount Bayou’s Legacy and Grassroots Impact
    Nov 8 2025

    Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 jazz and more, acknowledging November birthdays and expressing condolences. He discusses the SNAP program's minimal impact on the national budget and praises a free dental cleaning event for veterans. Washington interviews Hermon Johnson Sr. and Jr. from Mount Bayou, Mississippi, about the town's rich history, particularly its role in cotton production. He also features Joyce Eatman, a local activist and author, who discusses her nonprofit's work without government funding and her autobiography. Eatman emphasizes the importance of sharing personal stories and community support.

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    30 min
  • Honoring Dr. Bill Sullivan’s Legacy and Empowering Students Through Scholarship and Financial Awareness
    Nov 1 2025

    The program discussed the legacy of Dr. Bill Sullivan and efforts to support the Sullivan Scholarship Fund. Cherie Sullivan and Bryan Scott emphasized the importance of donations through the UNLV Foundation to help first-generation students with financial insecurities. Keith Rogers highlighted services like counseling, student employment, and emergency scholarships. Dave Washington committed to promoting the fund and shared personal anecdotes. Additionally, Rusty Keyes provided insights on Social Security benefits, including spousal benefits, Medicare costs, and the importance of creating a Social Security account at ssa.gov. He also shared tips on maximizing benefits and navigating the system.

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    30 min
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