The Veterans Voice

A Shopping Extravaganza for a Cause

A day of shopping with up and coming young leaders in mind!  Head to the Outlets at Castle Rock for a day of special deals, discounts, prizes and more all to benefit the African American Youth Leadership Conference!
 
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 PHOTO GALLERY
African American Youth Leadership ConferenceFundraiser at Outlets at Castle Rock
Images Courtesy of Alice Miles and Peggy Ziglin
 
 
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. 
 
 
 

Patriots Saying Thank You to Patriots

On Patriot Day 2023, Robert Irvine, a Veteran of the British Royal Navy and Royal Marines, is visiting with Mt. Carmel's executive director, Col. Bob McLaughlin, US Army, Ret.  The pair discussed the work of their respective organizations, thanking their fellow warriors, patriots and their families, and said a grateful goodbye to Veterans Voice Project lead and host, Ted Robertson, who's last day as a member of the Mt. Carmel Team was September 1.   
 
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Robert Irvine's Visit to Veterans Voice
Images by Ted Robertson  |  Media Outreach Coordinator  |  Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center
Robert Irvine (L)  Ted Robertson (C)  Bob McLaughlin (R)
 
 
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. 
 
 

Art Therapy and Healing for Veterans

Marianne Elden Torres Art Therapist, Colorado Springs Fine Arts CenterArt Expressions Facilitator, Mt Carmel Veterans Service Center
 
 
The Veterans Voice News Service, presented by The Veterans Voice Project and Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, provides weekly, military and business-themed news, analysis and commentary for The Front in partnership with the Colorado Springs Business Journal.
 
 

Making Mt. Camel Better for Veterans

Every year, the Home Depot Foundation fans out across the country to complete hundreds of projects improving the lives of those in need and making it possible for those who serve them to do it better.  Home Depot's Danny Watson (R) and Mt. Carmel's Bob McLaughlin (L) talk about how Mt. Carmel and its constituency has benefited so greatly from those efforts.
Visit the photo gallery below.  From simple benches to complex pergolas to outdoor seating, planters, counseling spaces and a massive mural, Home Depot went all out to enhance the Veteran's experience.
 
 
 
PHOTO GALLERY
Exterior Improvements to the Mt. Carmel Campus
Images by Ted Robertson  |  Media Outreach Coordinator  |  Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center
 
From all of us to all of you, we thank you, Home Depot!
Very sincerely, your friends at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center
 
 
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. 
 
 
 

Care and Share, Comcast and Patriot Day

This week on Veterans Voice it’s time for Mt. Carmel’s 8th Annual Patriot Day Giveback, your opportunity to say thank you to those who sacrificed and served and to join us for a very special opening ceremony.
 
 
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. 
 
 
 
 

LINK Cast Episode 3: The Hunt is Full Time

Hosts Mark Smith, Nanette Brede' and Mark Shuster are talking about how the hunt for a full time job IS a full time job!
 
 
LINK Cast is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center presented by Mt. Carmel’s Directorate of Transition and Employment and produced in the Veterans Voice studio located on the campus of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs Colorado.  The link cast podcast drops the first and 3rd week of each month.
 
 
 

A Convoy of Hope and Caring for Your Car

In this episode of Veterans voice, car care tips and tricks for military spouses; the Convoy of Hope is back in Pueblo after 14 years away and fighting the good fight against veterans homelessness.
 
 
Come join PCS by Vets Real Estate Team, for a free winter car clinic. We'll learn how to check items such as fluids, belts, windshield wipers, headlights, brake lights, tire pressure, batteries, and hoses. We'll also demonstrate how to change a tire and help you identify your vehicle's emergency kits! Best of all, we are going to be showing you on your own vehicle, so bring your daily driver! We will also be providing refreshments and free childcare. We expect spots will fill up so be sure to RSVP.
This event is to help prepare and educate people about their cars for winter. We typically see this need in military families where the spouses are deployed, so please help spread the word to your military friends! Don't be stranded and unprepared during a storm! Can't wait to see you September 16th, 2023 from 10am-2pm!
 - Copy and images courtesy of PCS by Vets
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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. 
 
 
 

VBOC Podcast Episode 5: Veterans Small Business Conference

Registration is open for the national 16th annual Veterans Small Business Conference, the year’s premier event for veteran entrepreneurs! The event will be held on Monday, September 18 at the Hyatt Regency Aurora Denver Conference Center and is hosted by the Aurora-South Metro SBDC and the Pikes Peak SBDC. The in-person, nationwide event will feature expert speakers, practical training sessions and relevant exhibitors for veterans as well as their business partners and spouses at any stage in their entrepreneurial journeys.

A Special Lift for Special Operators

Join the Special Operators Transition Foundation (SOTF) for an evening of networking, hors d'oeuvres and cocktails with Special Operators from our most elite military forces who are looking to make Colorado their home after they're finished serving our country. We are excited to announce George Piro as our guest speaker for this special event. George Piro was the lead interrogator for Saddam Hussein for seven months and shares his incredible experience with us.
- Some images and copy courtesy of SOTF 
 
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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.

Jobs in Space! August 22, ASRC Federal Hiring Event

Mt. Carmel's Transition & Employment Peer Navigator, Justin Verhulst, has details about the August 22, ASRC Federal Hiring Event taking place at Mt. Carmel.  If you're transitioning out of the military, you have a background in space and want to stay in Colorado Springs, this event is for you!
 
 
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.
 
 
 

2nd Mondays with Kirsten Belaire Episode 6: The Negatives of Isolation and Withdrawal

The negatives of isolation and withdrawal, and, your invitation to give Kirsten your feedback.  

Cutting Edge Mental Health Care and Shattering the Silence

In this edition of Veterans Voice, a special extended episode featuring a Dr. of psychiatry and treatments you might not have heard of, then, a trio of special forces operators telling their stories publicly for the first time.
 
 
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. 
 
 
 

Purple Heart Day Celebration

In honor of National Purple Heart Day and those who have received the Purple Heart, the Military Order of the Purple Heart is hosting an open house for the whole community.

VBOC Podcast Episode 4: Colorado Enterprise Fund

The Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Centers at Mt. Carmel is partnered with the Colorado Enterprise Fund to make going in to business life much easier for Veterans!  
 
Contact Kia Palmer, VBOCD:  719-309-4705E:  Kpalmer@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
Contact Melba Robinson-Santa, Colorado Enterprise FundD:  719-799-3839E:  melba@coloradoenterprisefund.org
 
 
 
CONNECT WITH KIA PALMER(719) 309-4705  |  Kpalmer@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
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 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. 
 
 
 

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. 
 
 
 

PACT Act Claims Clinics on August 7th, 8th, and 9th

PACT Act Claims Clinics on August 7th, 8th, and 9th!  The clinics aim to assist with filing PACT Act Claims, provide toxic exposure screening, and healthcare enrollment for veterans. There will also be opportunities for compensation and pension exams. No reservations or appointments are necessary. Individuals will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Heavy Hitters Join to Fight Suicide and Getting Vets in Jobs and Business

The longest serving airman in Air Force history, Major General (Ret.) Alfred Flowers, and a new partnership with USAA to prevent veteran suicide.  Then, Melba Robinson-Santa and the Colorado Enterprise Fund helping veterans start and grow their own businesses.  The Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Center at Mt. Carmel is open for business!  And, a group teaching networking and interviewing skills to help veterans land their dream job.  
 
 
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!

Green Berets Shattering the Silence

Talking about suicide, let alone reporting about it, isn’t an easy thing to do. Especially for one group that is referred to as the Quiet Professionals. But acknowledging the mental health epidemic that is taking lives on American soil is the only way to destigmatize the challenges that our troops face post War on Terror. (We) are honored to be able to advocate and tell the story that many keep internal.
 - Cindy Centofanti
In The Front:  Shatter the Silence by Cindy Centofantifor the Veterans Voice News Service
 
 
If you are experiencing suicidal ideations or you are in crisis contact the Veterans Crisis LineDial 988 then Press 1, or, Text 838255
 
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SPECIAL FORCES FOUNDATION
Call for Service:  (719) 728-8816E:  info@specialforcesfoundation.org
 
 
The Veterans Voice News Service, presented by The Veterans Voice Project and Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, provides weekly, military and business-themed news, analysis and commentary for The Front in partnership with the Colorado Springs Business Journal.
 
 
 
 

Cybersecurity Heads Up Episode 10: Keeping the IOT Safe

In all things IOT, take it from a man with between 70 and 80 devices on his home network and an Alexa that hates his wife, you can manage all of that and keep your home network secure. 
 
 
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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. 
 
 
 

LINK Cast Episode 2: Prepping for Transition

Hosts Mark Smith, Nanette Brede' and Mark Shuster are talking about how soon is soon enough to begin prepping for transition.    
 
 
LINK Cast is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center presented by Mt. Carmel’s Directorate of Transition and Employment and produced in the Veterans Voice studio located on the campus of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs Colorado.  The link cast podcast drops the first and 3rd week of each month.
 
 
 

LINK Cast Episode 1: Intro to LINK

An introduction to your hosts, Mark Smith, Nanette Brede' and Mark Shuster.  They're talking all things LINK, LINK Cast and transition and employment for members of the military connected community.    
 
 
LINK Cast is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center presented by Mt. Carmel’s Directorate of Transition and Employment and produced in the Veterans Voice studio located on the campus of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs Colorado.  The link cast podcast drops the first and 3rd week of each month.
 
 
 

The VBOC Podcast Episode 3: Grand Opening!

Mt. Carmel and the SBA invite veteran business owners and the community to celebrate VBOC's grand opening!
 
 
 
CONNECT WITH KIA PALMER(719) 309-4705  |  Kpalmer@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
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 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. 
 
 
 

Housing, New Services in the South and a Fundraiser for Veterans

How two partners have committed their business to funding housing for veterans; a mission to open hearts and minds to hearing God's voice, and delivering services to veterans in hard to reach places. Veterans Voice airs weekly on KRDO Newsradio Sunday mornmings at 7:30.  The podcast drops Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. and is available at www.veteransvoice.us
 
 
 
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.