Veteran's Affairs Plus W/ David L. Washington

• Community Leaders Highlight American Legion Post 10’s 2025 Impact, Youth Mentorship, and MLK Events While Preparing the Next Generation to Lead

  Jeff Jones, commander of American Legion Post 10, discussed their 2025 achievements, including a major renovation funded by Home Depot grants and sweat equity from members. They hosted a Veterans Day parade, gave away turkeys for Thanksgiving, and plan to start a Sons of Legion program in 2026. They also aim to engage local youth through mentorship and history lessons. Wendell P. Williams and Kash Williams highlighted upcoming MLK events, including a parade, scholarship summits, and a tech summit, emphasizing the importance of passing the torch to the next generation. Both emphasized the need for community engagement and leadership transition.

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• Dave Washington Spotlights Community Nonprofits Protecting Children, Supporting Families, and Expanding Impact Through Partnership

  Dave Washington hosts April Washington and Nigel Murray, who run nonprofits aimed at helping children. April's organization, Look Back Cause, educates parents on the dangers of leaving children in cars and provides small financial assistance to families in need. Nigel's nonprofit, Clothes for Kids, provides brand new clothing to children in foster care, emphasizing the importance of fitting and confidence-building. Both organizations rely on community support and are looking for more partners to expand their reach. Dave also mentions the upcoming services for his friend, Ray Allen Feaster.

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• Honoring Legacy and Navigating Care: Dave Washington and Aedren Rutledge Clarify Medicare and Highlight Community Leadership

  Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" discussing various topics including Medicare with guest Aedren Rutledge. They mention notable passings, including Reverend Willie Jake Jacobs, Mother Fletcher, H. Rap Brown, and Jimmy Cliff. Adrian explains Medicare basics, including Parts A, B, and D, and the differences between Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans. He notes that the "big beautiful Bill" did not affect Medicare. Adrian also highlights the importance of understanding Medicare enrollment periods and the availability of VA-specific Medicare Advantage plans. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute, its history, and its community impact.

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• Supporting Veterans and Shaping Leaders: Washington, Ware, and Burns Advance Treatment, Recovery, and Public Safety Development

  Dave Washington hosts "Veterans Affairs Plus" on 91.5 Jazz and More, featuring guest Ronald Ware, an Army veteran involved in the Veterans Treatment Court and Compensated Work Therapy programs. Ware discusses the Veterans Treatment Court, an 18-month program for veterans with legal issues, emphasizing its treatment-focused approach and high recidivism rate if participants commit. He also highlights the Compensated Work Therapy program, which helps unemployed veterans with PTSD and other mental health issues by providing training and mental health support. Chief Eddie Burns joins to discuss the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute's 35th anniversary and his vision for a Public Safety Leadership Academy to mentor the next generation of public safety professionals.

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• Advancing Veteran Empowerment Through VA’s Compensated Work Therapy Program

  Dave Washington hosts a special programming on Veterans Affairs Plus, featuring guest Ronald Ware, an Army veteran and current VA employee. Ware discusses the Compensated Work Therapy program, which helps veterans gain employment and technical skills through paid work at VA facilities. The program is open to veterans who are service-connected and need employment. Ware emphasizes the program's importance in providing a leg-up rather than a handout, offering veterans the opportunity to re-enter the workforce and regain self-esteem. The program has a waiting list of about 100 candidates, with 15-30 new applicants monthly. Ware also provides contact information for the program and encourages veterans to apply.

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