The Vantage Point

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.
 

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!

Things to Know About Work and Money after Service

July 23, 2022 - Transitioning out of the service and scared of what's coming?  For this next phase of your life, employment readiness specialist, Nannette Brede' (bray-DAY) and financial coach Ryan Plunkett join Veterans Voice host Mike Lewis to tell you how you can be prepared to find work and get your financial house in order.

Do You Have Financial Peace in Your Life?

July 16, 2022 - Imagine living a debt-free life, ready for financial emergencies, empowered to help those in need.  That's financial peace and it IS within your grasp.  Mark and Mary Shuster are leading the next Financial Peace University Military Edition at Mt. Carmel starting in August.  Listen now for all the details.

AUSA: The Voice of the Army

July 9, 2022 - An introduction to new Mt. Carmel partner, Association of the United States Army (AUSA) featuring local chapter president Scott Leeling and national vice president/15th Sergeant Major of the Army (RET), Dan Dailey with host Mike Lewis. 
A quarter million strong, 122 chapters, the single voice of the Army, the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) is on a mission to educate, inform and connect!

Hiring Event July 12!

July 7, 2022 - Special to Veterans Voice - Great news!  If you're looking for employment, now is an especially good time.  Veterans Voice Host, Mike Lewis, and Mt. Carmel Transition and Employment Peer Navigator, Elan Rainford, have all the information you need about the upcoming hiring event on July 12!  Call Elan at 719-309-4721 for more information and directions to the event.

Mt. Carmel and Veterans Voice Expanding Services and Range

July 2, 2022 - Mt. Carmel Executive Direcotr Bob McLaughlin joins Mike Lewis to update on the expansion of services and programs offered and Mike's return to Veterans Voice as host.   

Mt. Carmel and Veterans Voice Going and Growing

June 25, 2022 - Host, Mike Lewis, is joined by Mt. Carmel Executive Director Bob McLaughlin to refresh and update on the growth and expansion of services and programs offered and Mike's return to Veterans Voice as host.   

Are You Well in Mind, Body and Spirit?

June 11, 2022 - If anyone asks, can you say you're healthy and well in mind, body and spirit?  In this edition of Veterans Voice, hear from three practitioners who can guide you to becoming the best you!  

Vectrus Veteran Hiring and Support

May 28, 2022 - Defense contractor Vectrus is supporting active-duty military service members and their installations in 28 countries while supporting veteran initiatives at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.  Headquartered right here in Colorado Springs, Vectrus is dedicated to hiring, supporting and growing veteran employees.

Home Depot, Deloitte and Boots on the Ground

May 14, 2022 - Partnerships with national and international organizations will be impacting the military and veteran community this spring and summer as Home Depot and Deloitte deploy “boots on the ground” volunteers leading key projects throughout the community.

A Veteran’s Journey to Culinary Success

April 23, 2022 - Hear the personal success story of an Air Force veteran whose post-military career in culinary arts is thriving.  And the 719 Battle of the Food Trucks event is coming up Sunday, May 15 and supports Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.

TAP Leaders Easing Transition

April 9, 2022 - For many, transitioning out of active-duty service is life-changing.  Mt. Carmel’s Transition & Employment team partners with the federally-mandated Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at the local military bases to continue being a Beacon of Support following full transition.  Hear from a local TAP leader and recently retired service member on the many opportunities locally to set individuals up for success post-military.

USAA Smoothing Your Way

March 26, 2022 - Presenting sponsor of The Veteran Voice USAA joins to share the variety of benefits they offer members throughout all stages of life and Mt. Carmel offers military, veterans and their families an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy for fellow service members and veterans through planned giving.

FREE Tax Preparation for Vets

March 12, 2022 - It’s tax season and Mt. Carmel is offering free tax-preparation and submission to active-duty service members, veterans and their families thanks to a partnership with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program!  And TREA Chapter 1 joins the show to welcome all veterans, no matter their era of service, as they continue to grow the nation’s first-chartered chapter of The Enlisted Association.  Their commitment to serve others continues post-military service.

FREE Financial Coaching for Veterans

February 26, 2022 - Mt. Carmel welcomes a new Certified Financial Planner to the team offering free financial coaching to ALL veterans and their families while mortgage partners are guiding military and veteran home buyers with monthly VA Home Buying Workshops.  Finally, if you’re interested in paddle sports, Team River Runner is an active local chapter just for veterans and their families.

Veterans Guide to Jobs in Defense

February 12, 2022 - Employment in the defense contracting industry is a natural transition for many veterans and local defense contractor Jacobs shares their multi-layered approach to supporting veteran organizations, hiring veterans and empowering their veteran-led team.  In celebration of Black History Month, podcast presenting sponsor USAA is giving veterans and their families a-hand-up, not-a hand-out through their multi-year racial equity grant administered through Mt. Carmel VSC.

Got Financial Peace?

January 22, 2022 - Guiding clients to financial security is important to their long-term success and to assist with this initiative, Mt. Carmel is excited to welcome back Dave Ramsey’s 9-week Financial Peace University program specifically for military and veterans beginning February 16.  And Will’s Hope is once again offering an eleven-day immersion retreat in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem this summer.  Geared just for veterans, the life-changing retreat encompasses positivity, nature and Native Americans as self-healing mechanisms for growth and self-healing.

Mt. Carmel’s Impactful Year

January 8, 2022 - Executive Director Col. Bob McLaughlin, U.S. Army, Retired recaps Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center’s impactful year as they look forward to growth in the new year.  And Behavioral Health Partner Veteran’s PATH shares opportunities to support veterans’ mental health as they transition from military service.