Vets Corner: Health and Resource Fair in Corcoran Aug. 22

Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 4:44pm

The VA Central California Health Care System, Office of Rural Health, in conjunction with American Legion Post #144, is sponsoring a Health and Resource Fair in Corcoran on August 22, 2014 at the Corcoran Veterans Memorial Building located at 1000 Van Dorsten Ave.

The event will run from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Veterans, spouses, and family members are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be provided.

Resources will be available to answer questions about many veteran benefits including VA Healthcare, homeless programs, and education assistance. VA Healthcare enrollment physicals will be available on site. The Kings County Veterans Service Office will be there to answer questions about claims assistance.

Local service providers/organizations, educational institutions, community service groups, and any other organization that encounters veterans and their families is encouraged to participate. The point of contact for service providers is Katrina Ballard at (559) 225-6100 ext. 5275.

The Kings County Veterans Service Office issues Veteran I.D. cards to honorably discharged veterans. Contact Joe Wright if you would like to receive periodic veteran’s information by email. There are many state and federal benefits and programs available to veterans and their dependents. To find out if you are eligible for any of these benefits, visit or call our office. We can and will assist you in completing all required application forms. You can get information on the Web from the Kings County Veterans Service Office webpage at www.countyofkings.com.
Joe Wright, retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, is the Veterans Service Officer for Kings County. Send your questions to the Veterans Service Office, 1400 W. Lacey Blvd, Hanford, CA93230; call 852-2669; or e-mail joe.wright@co.kings.ca.us.