The Veterans Voice

Cybersecurity Heads Up Episode 5: When You Take the Uniform Off for the Last Time

Army Veteran, Nara Vance, took her uniform off for the last time more than 20 years ago.  That was the beginning of her transition to civilian life and it wasn't easy.  In this podcast, she shares her experience and offers tips and some advice for those who are in the shoes she once wore and those who can help them.     
 
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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. 
 
 
 

Honoring Woman Warriors, New Ways to Get Vets Hired and More

In this edition of Veterans Voice, an Honor Flight for women warriors; honoring Pat Tillman's memory by helping both the homeless and Veterans in need; a new L.I.N.K. between Veterans and jobs, and a healthcare provider staffing to better serve Veterans!
 
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S FLIGHT
DONATE TO HONOR FLIGHT
 
 
REGISTER TO RUN HERE!
 
 
TO REGISTER FOR L.I.N.K. OR GET MORE HIRING EVENT INFO
ContactMark Smith at 719-309-4724 or marksmith@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
 
 
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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. 
 
 

How a 17 Year Old is Helping Fill a Food Pantry

Seventeen year old James Irwin Charter School honor student, Janelle Rivera, is leading a five-school drive to fill Mt. Carmel's nearly empty food pantry and Hope Closet with food, clothing and toys.  The Lets Give Back event is being hosted by Mt. Carmel April 15, and will feature the treat of lunch for those who donate!

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.
 
 
 

2nd Monday with Kirsten Belaire Episode 2: Leading a Behavioral Health Practice

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Behavioral Health Podcast featuring Kirsten Belaire, LPC.  In this podcast, a comprehensive review of Kirsten's system of supervision of her clinicians. 
 
Meet Kirsten Belaire, LPC, Director of Behavioral Health, Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center
Kirsten graduated from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS), with her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and now teaches undergraduate courses there.  She is the daughter of a Vietnam Veteran and after working in the community as a clinician, she decided to join Mt. Carmel’s mission to help our military community.  Kirsten’s role at Mt. Carmel is to ensure that the behavioral health services offered are culturally competent, military specific and accessible to a range of clients who might not ordinarily have access.  She is the main site supervisor for graduate counseling interns, partnering with more than seven universities to provide opportunities in the counseling field for the best of the best.  Outside of her role at Mt. Carmel, Kirsten enjoys the companionship of her dog, Lukie, riding her motorcycle, teaching and presenting in the community, and traveling abroad.
 
 
If you Need Non-Crisis Behavioral Health Assistance
Call Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center at 719-309-4758If You’re in Crisis
Dial 988 - then press 1 - for the Suicide and Crisis LifelineVeterans Crisis Line at 800-273-8255Colorado Crisis Services at 844-492-8255
In a Medical Emergency
Always Dial 911
 
 
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.
 
 
 

Pre-Collegiate Success Program Recruiting for Fall

In this podcast, Dr. Lisa Fetman explains the UCCS Pre-Collegiate Success Program set up to serve middle and high school diverse, first generation and military connected students.  The program is intended to prepare students academically, socially, and emotionally for their postsecondary journeys.  Recruiting for the Fall cohort is under way!
 - Excerpted in part form the UCCS website
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PRE-COLLEGIATE SUCCESS PROGRAM
APPLY 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. 
 
 
 

Cybersecurity Heads Up Episode 4: When Banks go Bad and Bad Guys Smell the Money

In this week's Cybersecurity Heads Up, Veteran and Colorado Computer Support founder, Blake Schwank, warns that when banks go bad and bad guys smell the money, the phishing scams start.  Here's your guide to protecting yourself from things you might not be thinking matter to you.
 
The bi-weekly Cybersecurity Heads Up is a service of Colorado Computer Support,exclusive Veterans Voice Technology Partner
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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. 
 
 
 

Meeting Emergency Needs, Offering Better Lives and Social Workers Saving the Day

In this episode, a Veteran Marine leading Citizen Soldier Connection is meeting emergency needs for Veterans.  A successful Army Veteran, auto dealership manager and Mt. Carmel board member is offering a better life for former military, and Mt. Carmel’s “army” of social workers are at the ready! 
 
 
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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. 

Pat Tillman Honor Run 2023

The Tillman Honor Run is held in honor of the late Pat Tillman, Army Ranger and player for the Arizona State Cardinals.  Funds raised and items donated go to support those without homes, Veterans in need and more!  In this podcast, V2X's Julie Kavanaugh and Mark Collins - who serves as the Run Captain for Colorado Springs - have the details!
 
REGISTER TO RUN 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.
 
 
 
 

Dr. Regina Lewis: Surviving the Struggle

Regina Lewis had struggled all her life.  In 2001 she lost her husband in a helicopter crash and was suddenly facing life raising her young child alone.  Starting with a promise to her son, determination, $20 from a stranger, a new dress and the right kind of hope, she and her son now live the lives of their dreams.  They are thriving.     
 
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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.
 
 
 

Casual Convos Episode 3: Grit to Grow

It takes grit to grow and persevere.  Two members of the Casual Convos hosting crew, Col. Mark Shuster, USMC, and US Air Force Veteran, Oscar Vaughn, share the challenges they faced adapting to civilian life and how they made it through on sheer passion.  They also reflect on the work of author, Angela Duckworth, and her NYT best selling book, Grit, The Power of Passion and Perseverance.
 
 
In this instant New York Times bestseller, pioneering psychologist Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed—be it parents, students, educators, athletes, or business people—that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.”
 - Excerpted from the Author's website
 
 
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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.
 
 
 

The Right Medicare Solution

You've come a long way in life by the time you reach your 60s and that comes with perks, Medicare being one of the most important but most complicated.  Every second Wednesday at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, On Trail Medicare Solutions', Nick Palarino, and the Medicare Mentors team gather to get you through the Medicare maze.  It's FREE and you're invited!
 
 
 
RSVP TODAY FOR THE FREE MEDICARE SEMINAR
CALL:  719-301-9525 - OR - 719-772-7000Seminars are hosted by Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and presented the 2nd Wednesday of every month, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., by Medicare Mentors Powered by Spark and On Trail Medicare Solutions.
 
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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.
 
 
 

A Win-Win Fundraiser to Support Veterans

During the month of April, this very generous business owner is donating $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help fuel Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's mission of supporting  Veterans and the military connected community!  Details are in the podcast!
 
 
 
SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!
 
 
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Images Courtesy of Top Notch Turf
 
 
SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!    
 
 
 
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.
 
 
 

Homes, New VA Benefits, Art Therapy and Pickleball for Veterans

In this edition of the Veterans Voice, 719 Heroes and Operation StepUp finding homes for homeless Veterans; with the P.A.C.T. Act now law, the VA is coming through with new and better benefits for warriors; Colorado College's Bemis School of Art is bringing Veterans together with the arts for healing and a pickleball battle royale fundraiser for Veterans!
 
 
Learn More About Operation Step 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.
 
 
 

Trail Life Troop Creating Custom Canes for Disabled Vets

A local Trail Life Troop is creating and donating custom canes for disabled veterans.  It all starts with Christmas trees and a grateful, giving spirit.
 - Photo Credit:  KRDO
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAIL LIFE
Contact Judson Babcock:  TroopCO1613@gmail.com
 
 
 
Meet Your Veterans Voice Host
Nanette Brédé  |  Transition and Milspouse Employment Specialist
Nanette Brédé Mueller is a difference-maker. Following her retirement after 29 years with the U.S. Army as a strategic planner and program manager, Nanette continues as a servant leader volunteering thousands of hours to the veteran community focusing on career transition, spouse employment and veteran-focused national and state legislative issues. An award-winning volunteer, Nanette was selected as the 2020 El Paso County, Colorado Veteran of the Year, in the nation’s largest veterans community. She is also a Distinguished Partner and Community Ambassador with 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. 
   
 
 
 
 

Nominations Open for Veteran of the Year

"We believe our veterans deserve our support and recognition for their exemplary military service, outstanding community service and endless encouragement to other local veterans. El Paso County will honor one veteran annually, for his or her efforts defending our country and continued willingness to serve their neighbors and community, as Veteran of the Year."
Nominate Someone for 2022 Veteran of the YearReview the Nomination Guidelines and Example HereFill Out the Nomination Form HereSubmit your nomination by March 31, 2023
 - The above is excerpted from the El Paso County, CO website
 
 
 
Nanette Brede' 2020 El Paso County Veteran of the Year
Photo Credit:  El Paso County, CO
WATCH NANETTE'S AWARD EVENT
 
 
 
 
Meet Your Veterans Voice Host
Nanette Brédé  |  Transition and Milspouse Employment Specialist
Nanette Brédé Mueller is a difference-maker. Following her retirement after 29 years with the U.S. Army as a strategic planner and program manager, Nanette continues as a servant leader volunteering thousands of hours to the veteran community focusing on career transition, spouse employment and veteran-focused national and state legislative issues. An award-winning volunteer, Nanette was selected as the 2020 El Paso County, Colorado Veteran of the Year, in the nation’s largest veterans community. She is also a Distinguished Partner and Community Ambassador with 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.     
 
 
 

The Veterans Guide to Getting Started in Business

Thinking of starting a business after your life in the military?  In this episode of Veterans Voice, a dream team of Veteran-friendly business advisors with tips and advice on how to research your niche and market, get financing, market the smart way, and one Veteran in particular who shines as a business success story.   
 
CONTACT JIM VAN HORN DIRECTLYFSWB Specialized Lenderd:  719-483-975e:  jim.vanhorn@fswb.com
 
 
CONTACT TERRY ZARSKYSCORE Mentore:  terryzarsky@gmail.com
 
 
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Power Networking Tips
 
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT 1350 DISTILLING'S SUCCESS
1350 Distilling
 
 
 
 
Meet Your Veterans Voice Host
Nanette Brédé  |  Transition and Milspouse Employment Specialist
Nanette Brédé Mueller is a difference-maker. Following her retirement after 29 years with the U.S. Army as a strategic planner and program manager, Nanette continues as a servant leader volunteering thousands of hours to the veteran community focusing on career transition, spouse employment and veteran-focused national and state legislative issues. An award-winning volunteer, Nanette was selected as the 2020 El Paso County, Colorado Veteran of the Year, in the nation’s largest veterans community. She is also a Distinguished Partner and Community Ambassador with 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.     
 
 
 

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

Cybersecurity Heads Up Episode 3: ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence Changing Your World

Maybe you've been hearing about it.  Maybe your kids know about it.  You might be an early adopter.  In any case, Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT are in your world and here to stay.  As Colorado Computer Support's, Blake Schwank, will tell you, it's both a blessing when you need it and a curse to look out for in the hands of the bad guys.      
 
Get Your Computing Questions AnsweredRequest CCS Services:  719-355-2440
 
 
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. 
 
 
 

Honoring Women Veterans and an NFL Player Giving Back Big

A flight to honor women Veterans, a retired NFL football player is giving back big, the VA is making home buying easier for Veterans and March is Disability Awareness Month.
 
 
Honor Flight of Southern Colorado and the First Ever all Women's Flight
 
LEARN MORE ABOUT HONOR FLIGHT'S WOMEN'S FLGHT
 
 
Retired NFL Player, Founding Partner of the Wingman63 Foundation,Major Ben Garland, Air National Guard, is Giving Back Big
ENGAGE WITH BEN AND WINGMAN63
 
 
A FREE Class for Veterans on How to Navigate the VA Mortgage Lending System with Sterling Campbell Presented by Loan Depot
SCAN THE CODE TO RSVP OR CLICK HERE
 
 
Disabilities can be Visible or Invisible but Affect Those Afflicted in any Number of Ways.  March is Disability Awareness Month.
REQUEST MILITARY, VETERANS AND FAMILY SERVICESCALL:  719-309-4752
 
 
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 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.     
 
 
 

Clint Jordan Part 5: All in the Name, a Great Team and Give More than You Take

An Air Force veteran, real estate agent, business owner and host of The American Dream TV Colorado Springs (ADTV COS), Clint Jordan is an energetic and charismatic success story.  He could do a lot of self promotion with his TV program but that wouldn't reflect his true nature.  He's chosen instead to dedicate ADTV COS to shining the light on members of the community he says give back more than they take.  In the next installment of ADTV, he features Jay Cimino, owner of the Phil Long Auto Group, founder of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, and retired Colonel Bob McLaughlin, Mt. Carmel Executive Director.

4KidzSports Outfitting Military Kids in Need

A Marine on a mission, Michael "Sherm" Sherman went from high school to college, the Marines and from there to the insurance industry where he worked unfulfilled for years.  Sherm saw an acute need in the military connected community among families for equipment to get their kids into sports.  That's when 4KidzSports was born.  
 
LEARN MORE HERE  |  DONATE HERE
 
CONTACT SHERM: E:  sherm@4kidzsports.orgD:  720.436.4026
 
 
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.     
 

Powerful Partnerships, the Right Tax Advice and Arrows that Heal

Partnerships are powerful for Mt. Carmel and the veterans and their families we serve.  Executive Director, Bob McLaughlin, talks about how you benefit if you've served and how anyone can become a partner.  In our second half hour, tax tips for you veterans and your families from a veteran who's mastered the IRS maze, then, the healing properties of archery.
Partnership Information:  719-772-7000
 
 
Tax Advice for Veterans, Military and Their Families
Robert Smith  |  Master Tax Advisor  |  Certified Public AccountantE:  robert.m.smith@tax.hrblock.com
 
 
Archery School of the Rockies
Learn More 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.