Events

Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month

 
November is National Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month.  In this podcast, Phil Long Dealership's Executive Vice President and Partner, Kevin Shaughnessy, explains what's behind the company's veteran-friendly culture and why they're making a donation of up to $100,000 to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.

KCME’s Keith Simon and The Hennessy 6’s Sean Hennessy on One Simple Voice

 
Keith Simon  |  KCME Operations Director Weekday Afternoon Host, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
KCME's Keith Simon visited with The Hennessy 6's (TH6) Sean Hennessy on the partnership between Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and TH6 in support of One Simple Voice.  A November 17, jazz concert will feature The Hennessy 6 performing a "Sacred Spiritual Journey of Jazz" at City Auditorium featuring all original arrangements.  
Tickets are $25 and Available Here
Sean Schafer Hennessy  |  The Hennessy 6
 

OPTUM at the Ready, COMCAST Has Jobs, and More!

The full hour of Veterans Voice is here!  In this edition, OPTUM Colorado docs on how easy it is to get the care you need.  COMCAST is ready with internet connectivity for the community and jobs for veterans.  Pikes Peak United Way is opening its Family Resource Center and the touching story of how Will's Hope began, why they're committed to helping veterans heal and how they do it.

One Simple Voice, One Simple Mission

 
Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and The Hennessy 6 have partnered to raise funds for One Simple Voice.   The November 17, jazz concert will feature The Hennessy 6 performing a "Sacred Spiritual Journey of Jazz" at City Auditorium featuring all original compositions.  In this podcast, Sean Schafer Hennessy talks about One Simple Voice and the mission they are on to help those they serve to reconnect with their spirituality.
Tickets are $25 and Available Here
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

The 0.K Run for Veteran Mental Health

 
 
Attend and gather "...a marathon of information..." without running, pushups or games.  The November 12, "0.K" Run for Veteran Mental Health presents nine service provider teams who specialize in suicide prevention and the treatment of depression, traumatic brain injury and PTSD.  In this podcast, "0.K" organizer Mike Girard and Next Chapter's Rodger Johnson, both veterans, discuss these issues, tell their stories and link you to zero-cost resources standing ready to serve and support you and your family.    
Call or E-Mail for "0.K" Run Information: 
(719) 466-0023  |  3hundredllc@gmail.com
 
 
Request Next Chapter Services
 
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Musician on a Mission

Though he hasn't served himself, country singer, Jacob Christopher, is one of ten adoptees all raised single-handedly by a woman who is a  Navy veteran.  He once asked her how she managed it.  She credits the military with instilling the discipline an confidence she needed.  Now Jacob is on a mission to give back.  He's performing two live shows on Veterans Day and asking for your donations to help fuel Mt. Carmel's programs.  The full story is in the podcast!

Prep for Veterans to Connect with Jobs

Employers won't tell you this but interviewing is a survival skill.  Imagine being asked what kind of tree you would be if you you were a tree... or car... or whether you've ever had a disagreement with your boss.  Learn to survive the interview process, how to network your way to employment and much more.  Join the next Prep Connect 360 class at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center November 14-18.  Sign up now!  Call 719-309-4724.
 
             
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Connecting with Veterans through Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America’s Mobile Education Exhibit is coming to the upper lot at Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs this Sunday, October 16, and opens at 10:00 A.M.  The exhibit is interactive and will have staff on hand to explain the mission, teach the history and tell the story of Wreaths Across America and the veterans they are established to honor.
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 

Action 22 Advocates and a Festival of Motorsports

September 24, 2022 - This edition of Veterans Voice features Mt. Carmel partner, Action 22's Brian McCain, on advocacy for veterans in areas ranging from health care to affordable housing and more.  Then, an October 1st festival of cars, food, music and fun for lovers of all things automotive.

Working for Homeless Veterans

In the news September 23, 2022 - Amber Hansen serves as Military, Veteran and Family Services case manager for Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and as Housing Initiative Director for the El Paso County Homeless Veterans Coalition.  Amber joined KRDO's Dan Cochell recently to talk about the problem of homelessness among veterans.

A Wreaths Across America Event to Remember

Special to the Veterans Voice, a Wreaths Across America day to remember and honor those who served and gave all.  Join Wreaths Across America at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Sunday, October 16, when the Mobile Education Exhibit will be on full display with staff on hand to explain the mission, teach the history and tell the story.   

The 2nd Annual SausageFest!

Special to the Veterans Voice, the 2nd Annual SausageFest!  Mark your calendar and make room in your stomach for Saturday, October 8.  Sample sausages from all across Colorado.  Vote for your favorite.  Support Mt. Carmel.  Enjoy cold beer, great music and lots of fun from Noon - 6:00 P.M.  Solsage Food Truck's Bri Naylor has all the details!

A Festival of Cars, Food and Music

The SLUSH Motorsports Festival is ON at PPIR Saturday October 1!  Phil and Ben Thomas are in the OPTUM Studio with Mike Lewis and have all the details! 

Octane & Iron Car Show September 17!

Special to the Veterans Voice, September 12, 2022 -  the 2nd Annual Octane & Iron Car Show is coming to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Saturday September 17!  Come for the cars, stay for the food, music and fun from noon to 4:00 P.M.! 

Preventing Veteran Suicide and Calling Veteran Artists

September 3, 2022 - A subject that weighs heavily on many minds, suicide among veterans.  In keeping with September being Veterans Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Mt. Carmel's Rodger Johnson - a survivor himself - and host Mike Lewis talk about programs, grants and partnerships in place to help save struggling veterans.  

Military Arts Connection and a Call for Veteran Artists

August 29, 2022 - Special to the Veterans Voice - Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is hosting our 2nd Annual Veteran Art Exhibition and we're looking for military, veterans and their families to submit their art! 

Big Bikes, Winning Hands and Veteran Suicide Prevention

August 29, 2022 - Special to the Veterans Voice - The 4th Annual Pikes Peak Mission to Zero Poker Run rolls out of the Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center parking lot Saturday morning, September 3rd.  This year, funds raised will benefit Mt. Carmel's new Second Chapter program aimed squarely at preventing veteran suicide. 

On KRDO - Join the Patriot Day Give Back!

August 19, 2022 - Mt. Carmel's executive director Bob McLaughlin joins KRDO Newsradio's afternoon news anchor Dan Cochell to share additional information about the September 2nd, 7th Annual Patriot Day Give Back to honor and thank the military connected community!  

Pueblo Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Monthly Update

August 22, 2022 - Special to the Veterans Voice - your monthly update from Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Pueblo featuring operations manager Justin Verhulst and community coordinator Sal Katz.  Changes coming to the Pueblo office, more services being added and new connections to the community being made all to benefit military, veterans and their families!   

The Patriot Day Give Back and Can YOU Hear God’s Voice?

August 20, 2022 - Host Mike Lewis visits with Mt. Carmel's Director of Operations, Paul Price on the September 2nd, 7th Annual Patriot Day Give Back - a huge heart felt thank you to military, veterans and their families.  Then, can you hear the voice of God? One Simple Voice's Bishop Richard Hanifen and founder, Frannie Rose, answer that one big question. 

The Patriot Day Give Back at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center

Special to the Veterans Voice August 18, 2022 - September 2nd, is the 7th Annual Patriot Day Give Back at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center - a huge heart felt thank you to military, veterans and their families!  Veterans Voice host, Mike Lewis gets the details from Mt. Carmel Executive Director, Bob McLaughlin. 

1350 Distilling is in the Spirit

August 1, 2022 - In this Special to the Veterans Voice Quick-Listen, Jake and Abbie Weien, two of the four big-hearted owners of 1350 Distilling talk about their passion, path and mission to help those who served all of us.  You can help too while you enjoy some of the very best, locally produced spirits in the region!  Listen now!

Serving Pueblo and the Big Milspouse Hiring Plus

July 30, 2022 - Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is growing in Pueblo and operations manager Justin Verhulst joins Mike Lewis to talk about what his group is bringing to the table to make life better for the military connected community.  Then, special assistant to the Colorado Springs Mayor, Jessie Kimber, and Pikes Peak Work Force Center's Robin Lovewell, answer an important question:  why hire a military spouse?

Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University Military Edition

July 29, 2022 - Special to the Veterans Voice - Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is hosting Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Military Edition beginning August 17. Shannon Olin and Jonathan Helm have all the details in this quick listen.  Seating is limited for this deeply discounted class.  $25 per family!  Call Jonathan Helm at 719-309-4716 to sign up!