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Stamford Veteran Liaison

In accordance with Connecticut General Statutes Section 27-135 the designated Veteran liaison shall carry out the duties of assisting and serving veterans with regard to state or federal services or benefits and identifying and advising such veterans of community or nonprofit programs focused on assisting and serving such veterans.

Carmen Hughes, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Office Phone: 203-977-7993

Email: chughes1@stamfordCT.gov


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A place for veterans and their families to be empowered, directed, and connected to available resources and services.  Located at Stamford Old Town Hall (175 Atlantic Street).

The hours of the center are from 10:00am – 1:00pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays

 

We are proud to announce the Stamford Veterans Resource Center opened on Wednesday February 15, 2023. The Center is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00am - 1:00pm.  This center is a place for all veterans and their families to be connected to the experts who can help gain access to the services and programs tailored specifically for them.

If you have any questions, please call 203-274-7713  or email Veterans ResourceCenter@StamfordCT.gov

Free Blood Pressure Screening for Veterans

The Department of Health clinic continues to offer free blood pressure screenings to the community at the clinic located at 137 Henry St in Stamford, CT. Veterans are welcome to call the office number (203-977-5933) to make an appointment. There is free parking at the clinic.  Services are completely free and confidential. No proof of insurance required.

Remembering Opening Day

Press Release: Mayor Simmons Announces the Opening of the Veterans Resource Center

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Additional Information


Upcoming Events

All veterans and their families are invited to join us at our upcoming events.  We hope to see you at the next one.  If you have any questions about our events, please contact us: 203-274-7713.

 Deep Guided Meditation every first and third Thursday of the month from 3:00 PM to 4:00PM at the Stamford Veteran's Resource Center located at 175 Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT

Red, White, & Blue Memorial Day Parade 2024 Flyer. Parade and ceremony will be Sunday May 19th 2024. Rain Date is June 2nd. Parade starts at 12pm ALL are invited. Ceremony in Veterans Memorial Park at 1pm. 

The Stamford Patriotic & Special Events Commission in conjunction with Stamford Veterans Council, Stamford Veterans Park Partnership, and Stamford Veterans Resource Center invite all to the annual Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony on Sunday, May 19, 2024.  This year's Grand Marshal will be Stamford native and US Army veteran, Al Koproski.

The parade steps off at 12:00 pm and will travel the following route:

Line up begins at the Stamford Police Department and will end at Veterans Memorial Park traveling straight down Bedford Street, across Broad Street and continuing on Atlantic Street.

There will be a ceremony immediately following the parade in Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street). 

The parade & ceremony will also be live streamed by LocalLive (link will be shared closer to the day of the parade in May).

If you are interested in participating in this year's parade, please apply by completing this registration form.  

Questions? Email stamfordpsec@stamfordct.gov

Rain Date: Sunday, June 2, 2024

SVRC In the News

Stamford opens 'long overdue' veterans resource center (stamfordadvocate.com)

A Place For All Veterans: Stamford Opens New Veterans Resource Center | Stamford, CT Patch

Stamford Veterans Resource Center host veterans appreciation Thanksgiving lunch (news12.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Veteran Vaccine Clinic (No Age Restriction!)

Available with no age restrictions

  • Date: 03/19/2021 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM  
  • Introduction: Scheduled appointments at the Newington campus, 555 Willard Avenue, Newington, CT 06111
    Walk-in clinic at the West Haven Annex, 200 Edison Road/Pez Blvd. in Orange, CT

(Updated March 17) - Effective March 1, VA Connecticut Healthcare System is now offering COVID-19 vaccine to eligible enrolled veterans regardless of age. Depending on location, VA Connecticut patients will receive either the two-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. 

Key Information for Attendees:

  • Eligible veterans (any age) must be enrolled for care with VA to receive the vaccine. Veterans can apply online at https://www.va.gov/health-care/how-to-apply/.
  • We are administering the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. Location will determine which vaccine you receive.
  • Availability is first come, first served at walk-in clinics.
  • Mask and physical distancing required. To maintain physical distancing, if possible, please don’t bring anyone with you to the clinic.
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