In the News

Meet Denise Brill, Director of Development

Meet Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's new Director of Development, Denise Brill!  Denise brings a long and extensive background in service to the military connected community in and outside the corporate and non-profit world.  Her role at Mt. carmel will have her orchestrating partnership, event and engagement programs and strategies.  Fueling our mission is a big job.  Please join with us in welcoming her to our family and wishing her great success!
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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. 
 
 
 

Mt. Carmel’s Justin Verhulst on Military Appreciation Night

Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's Justin Verhulst recently spoke about military appreciation and UC Health's Next Chapter suicide awareness and prevention program!

New Executive Actions Aimed at Creating More Opportunities for Milspouses

New Executive Actions Aimed at Creating More Opportunities for Milspouses
By Cindy Centofanti for the Veterans Voice News Service
In this podcast, Veterans Voice host, Cindy Centofanti, talks with Sue Hoppin, National Military Spouse Network president and founder, about new executive actions created to improve employment opportunities for military spouses. 
READ THE WHITE HOUSE FACT SHEET
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NATIONAL MILITARY SPOUSE NETWORK
 
 
<->  Originally published in The Front  <->
The Front is published in the Colorado Springs Business Journal weekly on Thursdays 
 
A service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, The Veterans Voice Project and the Veterans Voice News Service in partnership with the Colorado Springs Business Journal
 
 
 

Veterans Business Outreach Centers Fueling Veteran Business Opportunities

Veterans Voice is very proud to help welcome our newest team member and her champion in supporting veteran owned small business, Veterans Business Outreach Center's, Kia Palmer, and the SBA's Eric Phillips. Mt. Carmel is now perfectly positioned to help you get your business up, running, going and growing! Reach Kia at (719) 309-4705 for all the information you need to plug in and get going.
 
 
Funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. All opinions, conclusions, and/or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA.
 
 
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.
 
 
 

Veterans Voice Supporting PACT Act PR Push

Veterans Voice is privileged to work alongside the VA's Mike Richman, in getting the word out to veterans about the PACT Act and a looming deadline to get claims filed that if approved will include a year of back benefits.  In this podcast, Mike Richman talks with Wreaths Across America Radio's, Jeff Pierce and Chris Chapman, about Mike's radio outreach program.  Veterans Voice is cited for our work in this area (at 02:47) which is greatly appreciated!
(L-R) Chris Chapman  |  Jeff Pierce  |  Mike Richman
 - Photo/audio credit:  Wreaths Across America Radio
 
 
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.

A Message from the VA for Podcasters, Radio and TV Outlets

A new series of public service announcements (PSAs) produced by the VA, available now for podcasters, radio and TV outlets, is aimed at educating Veterans on important benefits, services and programs that are available to those who served.  
Veterans Experience Office Communications Specialist and Senior Writer, Mr. Mike Richman, explains the "why" and how you can download and run these PSAs during his recent visit to The Veterans Voice.
- Some copy and images excerpted from the VA website.
 
 
VA RADIO OUTREACH PSAs AVAILABLE NOWDOWNLOAD PSA MP3 FILES HERE
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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. 
 
 
 

On KCSJ Pueblo: Support for Senior Veterans

Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo Operations Manager, Sal Katz, and Veterans Service Officer, Eric Moncibais, recently appeared on iHeart's Senor Living Today radio program to discuss the range of services Mt. Carmel makes available for senior Veterans in the Southern Colorado region.
 
REQUEST MT. CARMEL SERVICES(719) 309-4719  |  Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital  |  Medical Arts Building1925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156 Pueblo, CO  81004
 
LEARN MORE HERE
 
 
Senior Living Today is the longest running radio show for seniors in the nation.  For Seniors, about Seniors and anyone who loves them.  Listen Saturday mornings at 11:00 only on 590 KCSJ iHeart Radio in Pueblo, CO.
 
LISTEN TO THE PODCAST HERE
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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.
 
 
 

A Call to Action for Veterans

Attend the Next VA Resource Fair and Town Hall
“These VA Resource Fairs and Town Halls are community-based opportunities for Veterans to get one-on-one support with understanding, accessing and using their benefits and services, then collaborate closely with VA at the local level.”
- VA ECHCS Director Michael Kilmer

On KCME: The Healing Power of Music Expression

Mt. Carmel Music Expression facilitator, Robert Scoggins, recently spoke with KCME's Keith Simon about the therapeutic properties of music, his own musical healing journey and how this veteran is inviting fellow veterans to join him on the road to wellness.  You don't need to know music, how to play an instrument or even own one.  Robert takes all comers regardless of ability.  Listen now for all the details!
 
     
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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.     
 
 
 

COS’23 The Mayor’s Race Podcast with Kyle Blakely

Veterans Voice had a visit from Kyle Blakely who is doing the military connected community a great service by gathering a lot of valuable information about the mayoral candidates and presenting it in a conversational tone in their own words.
Listen to All the Interviews Here
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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. 
 
 
 

On KRDO - Weekly Music Expression with Robert Scoggins

Mt. Carmel Music Expression facilitator, Robert Scoggins, recently spoke with KRDOs Dan Cochell about the therapeutic properties of music, his own musical healing journey and how this veteran is inviting fellow veterans to join him on the road to wellness.  You don't need to know music, how to play an instrument or even own one.  Robert takes all comers regardless of ability.  Listen now for all the details!
 
     
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is 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.     
 
 
 

On KRDO - For Veterans Considering Suicide There is a Next Chapter

During KRDO's Midday Edition, Dan Cochell talked with Ken Curtner, Lead Clinician with Veterans Services at UC Health, about the Next Chapter program, a community wellness collaborative serving Veterans and their families.
 
Request Next Chapter ServicesOr Call:  1-888-719-8387
 
 
 
 
 

On KRDO - Dave Ramsey’s February Financial Peace University

On KRDO's Afternoon News, Dan Cochell talked with Mark and Mary Shuster, Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University Facilitators with Mt. Carmel, about their upcoming FPU class, taking place weekly from February 22nd to April 19th.
Register for FPUCall Jonathan Helm at 719-309-4716
 
 
 
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.
 
 

On KRDO - A Salute to Heroes!

On KRDO - Sal Katz, Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo's operations manager, was recently interviewed by KRDO Newsradio's Dan Cochell about the upcoming Salute to Heroes event in Pueblo!

On KCME - A Toast to Veterans with Keith Simon

KCME's Keith Simon talks with A Toast to Veterans co-emcees, Bob McLaughlin and Linda Weise, about kicking off the new year with a Monte Carlo-themed charity fundraiser complete with hors d’oeuvres, drinks, ballroom dancing, a silent auction, and an evening full of casino-style entertainment! 
January 7, 2023  |  City Auditorium
BUY TICKETS  |  BID ON AUCTION ITEMS
6:00PM Cocktails, Danding, Hors D'oeuvers and Silent Auction 
 6:30PM - Welcome & Toast: Linda Weiss, Ret. Col. Robert McLaughlin
6:30PM - Tables Open; Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, & Texas Hold'em 
 8:30PM - SILENT AUCTION CLOSE
9:00PM - Event Close
Cocktail Attire Encouraged!
 
 
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.
 
 

On KRDO - Bob McLaughlin on A Toast to Veterans

Mt. Carmel executive director, Bob McLaughlin, recently spoke with KRDO's Afternoon News anchor, Dan Cochell, to talk about A Toast to Veterans, an evening of fun, glamour and James Bond style glitz!
A TOAST TO VETERANS "Monte Carlo Night"  
January 7, 2023  |  City Auditorium
BUY TICKETS  |  BID ON AUCTION ITEMS
6:00PM Cocktails, Danding, Hors D'oeuvers & Silent Auction 
 6:30PM - Welcome & Toast: Linda Weiss, Ret Col Robert McLaughlin
6:30PM - Tables Open; Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, & Texas Hold'em 
 8:30PM - SILENT AUCTION CLOSE
9:00PM - Event Close
Cocktail Attire Encouraged!
 
 
 
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.
 
 

On KRDO - Sarah Meadows on Healing Massage for Veterans

Mt. Carmel partner, Sarah Meadows, recently visited with KRDO's Afternoon News anchor, Dan Cochell, to talk about her mission to help veterans heal through massage therapy and spiritual counseling.  Sarah doesn't charge veterans for her services and takes a wholistic approach, addressing soul, mind, body and spirit.  
Book your appointment with Sarah by calling 719-772-7000.
 
 
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.
 
 

Veterans Voice Launching in Pueblo

 
We're very excited to announce that The Veterans Voice is soon to launch in Pueblo!  The program will begin airing December 3rd on KTSC 89.5 The Revolution based at Colorado State University, Pueblo.  In this podcast, we introduce you to Veterans Voice Pueblo host, Cassime Joseph.  Cassime is an Army veteran, college student, photo journalist, blogger, podcaster, radio host, KTSC radio operations manager and president of the CSU Pueblo chapter of the Student Veterans of America.  
Veterans Voice Pueblo will air Fridays at 9:00 a.m. and is aimed at giving veterans a voice and getting the word out about the services provided for veterans and military connected families available at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo, CSU Pueblo and other agencies in the Pueblo community.
 
Listen Live Fridays at 9:00 A.M.
 
 
 
Request Mt. Carmel Pueblo Services:  (719) 309-4719Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital  |  Medical Arts Building1925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156 Pueblo, CO  81004
 
 
 
Cassime Joseph  |  Operations Manager  |  KTSC 89.5 FMPresident, Student Veterans of America CSU Pueblo Chapter
 
 
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.
 

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
 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

In the news September 26, 2022 - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.  Alice Miles serves as Military, Veteran and Family Services case manager for Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center specializing in the area of domestic violence.  Alice joined KRDO Newsradio's Mid-Day Edition recently to talk about the problem of domestic violence among members of the military connected community and to offer help and resources.
 - If you need information about resources, you can obtain it confidentially by calling 800-342-9647  
 - You can call the Domestic Violence Hotline if you have questions about domestic violence or need help with resources at 800-799-7233
 - If you're in an abusive relationship and a member of the military connected community, you can call and make an appointment with Military, Veteran and Family Services at Mt. Carmel at 719-309-4752
 
 
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.
 

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.

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!   

On KRDO Newsradio - Mt. Carmel Hosting Financial Peace University

August 3, 2022 - Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is hosting Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University Military Edition beginning August 17.  Facilitators, Mark and Mary Shuster, recently joined KRDO Newsradio's Dan Cochell to share the details, the why and the how a healthy financial life will make your whole life better.  At $25 per family, seating is limited for this deeply discounted class.  Call Mt. Carmel's Jonathan Helm at 719-309-4716 to sign up.
 
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.