Events

Oct
13
Sat
Veterans’ Breakfast hosted by State Senator Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant @ Plainfield American Legion
Oct 13 @ 8:30 am – 10:30 am

Bertino-Tarrant invites local veterans to annual breakfast

PLAINFIELD— State Sen. Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant (D-Shorewood) will be hosting a Veterans’ Breakfast next month.

The Veterans’ Breakfast will take place from 8:30 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, at Plainfield American Legion, 24741 W. Renwick Road.

“Thanking our veterans remains a priority for me,” Bertino-Tarrant said. “Events like this annual breakfast allow us to provide our military personnel with vital information and show our deep appreciation and support.”

Representatives from Honor Flight Chicago, Homes for Heroes, Veterans Commission of Kendall County, Will County Veterans Assistance Commission and the Attorney General’s Military and Veterans Rights Bureau will be in attendance to discuss the services and programs they offer.

The Veterans’ Breakfast will also feature guest speaker Geriann Weisbrook, the Founder of the Military Mama Network. She will discuss the Military Mama Network’s mission and the many resources available for local military families. 

“I look forward to meeting the veterans and thanking them for their service and contributions to our nation,” Bertino-Tarrant said.

Anyone wishing to attend the breakfast should RSVP online or call Bertino-Tarrant’s Plainfield office at (815) 254-4211.

The event is free and open to the public.

Veterans’ Breakfast

Date: Friday, Oct. 13

Time: 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Location: Plainfield American Legion (24741 W. Renwick Road)

2018 Veteran's Breakfast- Flyer

Oct
17
Wed
October 2018 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
October 2018 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital | Chicago | Illinois | United States

The next meeting of CVO is this Wednesday, October 17th at Jesse Brown VA (820 S Damen in Chicago) at 7 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room. Come at 6:30 to ensure your pizza is hot and to talk with Executive Committee Members.

The agenda includes a return by Bill Luna and his presentation on the history of Mexican American Veterans. Bill has made a dynamic presentation on this subject before and you can be sure there will be a lively discussion.

We will also have an update on Veterans Dental Care and the introduction of S 3133, the Senate version of the House bill calling for Dental Care for all veterans.

As usual, pizza will be served. Parking in the garage will be validated; get the validation when you arrive.

See you there!

Oct
24
Wed
Kevlars To Careers Welcome Home Event 2018 @ Malcolm X College
Oct 24 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Kevlars To Careers Welcome Home Event 2018 @ Malcolm X College  | Chicago | Illinois | United States

A Resource Fair and Workshops to Equip Service Members, Veterans of all Eras, Active Duty Personnel and Reservists/National Guards

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 – 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Malcolm X College 1900 West Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612

FREE Workshops and Vendors Include: Employment and Vocational Training Opportunities /Women’s Veterans Needs /Housing and Emergency Services / Health and Wellness / Screenings/ Networking / Educational Benefits / Financial Readiness / Food/ Raffle and More….

PRESENTED BY COOK COUNTY RECORDER OF DEEDS, KAREN A. YARBROUGH

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US AT: 312-603-5788
To Register Please Email: brian.cross@cookcountyil.gov

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Jan
16
Wed
January 2019 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital
Jan 16 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
January 2019 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital | Chicago | Illinois | United States

The first meeting of 2019 for CVO will be held this coming Wednesday, January 16th at 7 PM in the 2nd Floor Conference Room of Jesse Brown VA.

We’ll bring you up to date on what’s been going on with CVO over the last few months. The key presentation will be on the new bill for Dental Care for Veterans, HR 96. Come ready to contact your Congress Person to get Co-sponsors for the new bill!!

Also, the Executive Committee will meet at 6 PM before the regular membership meeting. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS: ARRIVE EARLY (5:45 PM) FOR THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING!

If the weather is bad, call 773-243-2335 (CVO Voicemail) to find out if the meeting is going to be held or cancelled.

As usual, there will be refreshments and parking will be validated. Get parking validation BEFORE the meeting, when you arrive.

Feb
2
Sat
Veterans For Unification Meeting February 2019 @ Oak Park Public Library
Feb 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Veterans for UnificationJoin Veterans For Unification at their next meeting on February 2nd, 2019. Veterans For Unification is an Organizational Member of the Coalition of Veterans Organizations.

Veterans for Unification
February Meeting

Saturday
February 2, 2019

10 – 11:30 AM


Oak Park Public Library

Second Floor, Small Meeting Room
834 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL
(Click for directions)

Phone (708) 383-8200

1 block West of Oak Park Ave and about 3 blocks east of Harlem

Street & Indoor parking – WC Accessible – Public transportation: contact RTA

Guest:

Megan Wells

Award winning, nationally touring Storyteller
Performs an encounter with a WW2 Veteran bringing healing and inspiration

For more information about Megan Wells, visit meganwells.com/about-megan.html

 

Refreshments & Camaraderie

 There will be refreshments available.

We look forward to seeing you.

Please arrive early.

OPEN MEETING. EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ATTEND.

For More Information Call: 847-827-0835

Veterans for Unification is a not for profit 501c (3) Organization.  All Donations are tax deductible.

Dues are only $20 a year for a great cause: Please join us today.

This organization welcomes all veterans and those who support veterans.

Send your check or money order to:

Veterans for Unification
805 Lake Street #198
Oak Park  IL 60301

Feb
16
Sat
Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL @ Rotech Of Elmhurst
Feb 16 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL @ Rotech Of Elmhurst

Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL

 Customer Service Rep & Delivery Driver & Respiratory Therapist

 DATE:                Sat, FEBRUARY 16th   and   MARCH 2nd 2019

TIME:                 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

PLACE:               747 N. Church Rd. Ste. F3; Elmhurst, IL 60126

PHONE:             847.947.4160

CONTACT:        rhill@rotech.com  or  Cornell.covington@rotech.com

WEBSITE:          www.Rotech.com – Careers tab

 

  1. Bring a copy of your Resume & dress business casual
  2. Interview on-site with one of Rotech’s hiring managers

 

Full-Time w/ Benefits               Mon – Fri                        1st & 2nd shifts available

 

Customer Service Representative (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Provide customer service, while assuring the front end paperwork is compliant & is submitted w/ Zero errors. You serve our customers by communicating w/ patients, referral sources & co-workers to effectively perform all tasks related to patient care & 3rd party reimbursement.

 

Local Delivery Driver (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Responsible for making deliveries, providing services & ensuring patients and/or caregivers understand instructions for & are comfortable w/ the use of respiratory & medical equipment. On-Call at times.

 

Respiratory Therapist (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.

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Feb
20
Wed
February 2019 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital
Feb 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
February 2019 CVO Meeting @ Jesse Brown VA Hospital | Chicago | Illinois | United States

The next meeting of CVO will be held at 7 PM next Wednesday, February 20th at the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center at 820 S. Damen in Chicago in the 2nd floor Conference Room.

There will be a presentation on African-American History by Mr. Stanley Porter, an original Montford Point Marine who served in the segregated Marine Corps in World War II. We will also have updates on the struggle for veterans dental care, on the VA Director’s meeting at Jesse Brown and more.

Don’t forget membership dues are due. Individual Memberships are just $10; Organizational Memberships are just $50.

Garage parking will be validated; get it validated at the front desk AS YOU ARRIVE. As usual, refreshments will be served. Arrive early to make sure the pizza is hot!

In case of inclement weather, call 773-243-2335 for an update on the status of the meeting.

Feb
24
Sun
Black History Month Program 2019 Montford Point Marine Association @ IL Community Military Women Veteran's Center
Feb 24 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
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You’re Invited!
WHO: Montford Point Marine Association
WHAT: Black History Month Program
WHEN: Sunday, February 24, 2019 (2:30 p.m. Reception – 3:00 p.m. Program
WHERE: IL Community Military Women Veteran’s Center
7907 S. Racine
Chicago, IL 60620
Feb
26
Tue
Chicago Tribune Career Fair @ Carlisle Banquets
Feb 26 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Chicago Tribune Career Fair

Tuesday, February 26, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Carlisle Banquets
435 E. Butterfield Road
Lombard, IL 60148

Tuesday, May 14, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Fountain Blue Banquets and Conference Center
2300 Mannheim Road
Des Plaines, IL 60018

Mar
2
Sat
Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL @ Rotech Of Elmhurst
Mar 2 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL @ Rotech Of Elmhurst

Open House Career Fair – Elmhurst, IL

 Customer Service Rep & Delivery Driver & Respiratory Therapist

 DATE:                Sat, FEBRUARY 16th   and   MARCH 2nd 2019

TIME:                 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

PLACE:               747 N. Church Rd. Ste. F3; Elmhurst, IL 60126

PHONE:             847.947.4160

CONTACT:        rhill@rotech.com  or  Cornell.covington@rotech.com

WEBSITE:          www.Rotech.com – Careers tab

 

  1. Bring a copy of your Resume & dress business casual
  2. Interview on-site with one of Rotech’s hiring managers

 

Full-Time w/ Benefits               Mon – Fri                        1st & 2nd shifts available

 

Customer Service Representative (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Provide customer service, while assuring the front end paperwork is compliant & is submitted w/ Zero errors. You serve our customers by communicating w/ patients, referral sources & co-workers to effectively perform all tasks related to patient care & 3rd party reimbursement.

 

Local Delivery Driver (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Responsible for making deliveries, providing services & ensuring patients and/or caregivers understand instructions for & are comfortable w/ the use of respiratory & medical equipment. On-Call at times.

 

Respiratory Therapist (Several open positions for our new VA contracts)

Responsible for providing clinical patient services and support within the location.

Download (PDF, 148KB)