Next CVO Meeting November 17, 2021 on Zoom | Save the Date
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The next meeting of CVO will be on Zoom at 7 PM on Wednesday, November 17th. Registration is required to attend this meeting. Continue reading
Dental Care for Veterans Act H.R.914
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Congress is currently considering H.R. 914, known as the Dental Care for Veterans Act. Please urge your U.S. representatives to co-sponsor and support this bill. Continue reading
Jesse Brown update on COVID shots, now open to all vets
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Jesse Brown VA Medical Center can now provide COVID-19 vaccines to all Veterans, spouses, widows, and caregivers. There are no restrictions on age, health conditions, employment, or type of discharge from military service. Continue reading
JBVA COVID Vaccination is now open to all ages
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JBVA Leadership has approved to open the vaccine eligibility to all the veterans! JBVA COVID-19 Vaccines Continue reading
New Conditions Added to Agent Orange Presumptive List
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The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (NDAA) (H.R.6395) added three (3) more conditions to the Agent Orange presumptive-conditions list wherein Veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange may qualify for benefits. Continue reading
The Missing Link in Veteran’s Health care: Dental Care
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U.S. veterans must meet one of the following criteria TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DENTAL BENEFITS
through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Continue reading
Support CVO: Use Amazon Smile
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This Holiday Season, sign into Smile.Amazon.com and follow the prompts to select Coalition of Veterans Organizations NFP (type it in the search bar). Your purchases will help support CVO! Continue reading
Cook County Recorder-Military and Veterans Discount Card
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2020 Edward M. Moody, Cook County Recorder of Deeds is now offering Veterans and active duty service members’ the ability to register online for the Cook County Military and Discount Card at the Recorder of Deeds Continue reading
IRS reopens $500 per Veteran child Economic Impact Payment, Sign up for Veteran Expeditions
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has reopened the registration period for claiming an Economic Impact Payment. Individuals who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Railroad Retirement, or certain Veterans benefits – but didn’t receive the $500 payment per child earlier this year – can still file for the $500 payment. Continue reading
H.R. 4554, Support Safe and Welcoming Department of Veterans Affairs Facilities for All Veterans
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H.R. 4554 would require the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and implement a comprehensive anti-harassment and anti-sexual assault policy for the Department. Please do your part to support ending harassment at VA facilities and ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all veterans to obtain the care they need and have earned. Use the prepared letter (or your own) to ask your Representative to cosponsor H.R. 4554 and support its final passage. Continue reading
Illinois Joining Forces helping service members, veterans, and their families
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Illinois Joining Forces is here to help you and your family obtain the assistance and resources you are looking for in the State of Illinois. Continue reading
NOTICE: Phone scam alert!!
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The Coalition of Veterans Organizations does not make, and never has made phone calls soliciting donations to our organization. If you have received such a solicitation, it is a fraudulent call and should be either ignored or reported to the authorities. Continue reading
CVO Meeting October 20, 2021
The next meeting of the Coalition of Veterans Organizations will be held on Zoom on Wednesday, October 20 from 7-9 p.m. CST / 8-10 p.m. EST / 5-7 p.m. PST. Continue reading
Chicago Veterans Events | September 2021
Liberty Call: Lake Michigan Boat Tour – September 15, 2021. Archery in the Park – September 19. Registration Required. Continue reading
Direct Support Professional Help at Home, LLC Valparaiso, IN position
HELP AT HOME, LLC has an opening for a Direct Support Professional in their Valparaiso, IN location. Continue reading
American Red Cross Onsite Hiring Event 09/14/21
American Red Cross Onsite Hiring Event for our Entry Level Phlebotomists team. Hiring managers will be making same day job offers. No experience is required…American Red Cross offers fully paid training!
Onsite Event | Tuesday, September 14, 2021, 2200 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60612 | 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM CST Continue reading
Job Fair in Chicago, IL on September 9th Exela Technologies
Exela Technologies would like to extend an invitation to attend a Career Fair. September 9, 2021, from 11 AM to 4 PM Continue reading
The Sherwin-Williams Company Employment Opportunities – 9/2021
Great opportunities available at The Sherwin-Williams Company, in Chicago, IL Continue reading
Free Chicago White Sox Tickets
The Chicago White Sox have extended their Veterans Ticket program for the race to the Postseason. Veterans May obtain One Free ticket to the majority of the upcoming White Sox Home Games. Available game dates are 8/31, 9/1, 9/14, 9/16, 9/28, 9/29. Continue reading
Chicago Bears Military Day at Halas Hall August 26
The Chicago Bears are hosting Military Day at Halas Hall on Thursday, August 26 from 8:30am-12:00pm! This is a free private practice for the Chicago Bears team and only military and first responders and their guests! Continue reading
University of Chicago – Honoring the Hurt and their Heroes (August 24-26 Virtual/In-Person)
Honoring the Hurt and their Heroes” brings awareness to service-connected injuries and the impact it has on the veteran, military families, and caregivers. Our goal is to make attendees aware of the entire life cycle (evolution) of veterans being hurt in combat, transitioning into civilian lifestyle and, the strength, dedication and support of the caregivers. Continue reading
