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During the month of April, this very generous business owner is donating $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help fuel Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's mission of supporting  Veterans and the military connected community!  Details are in the podcast!
 
 
 
SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!
 
 
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SUPPORT VETERANS AND MILITARY CONNECTED FAMILIES!CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE TODAY(719) 299-0927
During the month of April, when you work with Top Notch Turf, owner Nick Byard will donate $.50 cents for every square foot of turf he installs to help Mt. Carmel support Veterans and military connected families!    
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 

In a Veterans Voice special presentation, we paired Colorado Springs Mayor, John Suthers, with long-time news anchor and Veterans Voice host, Mike Lewis, for an hour long look-back at the Mayor's time in office. He told us who he's endorsing in the upcoming Mayoral race, what he thinks the future should hold for our city and about a new project after he leaves office. 
 
 
The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service.  Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.     
 
 

 
The Travis Manion Foundation is teaching how to lead with your strengths and family character building.   

Carrie Lukins and Preston Smith of 719 Heroes are working hard to house veterans.  Mt. Carmel's Pueblo operations manager, Sal Katz, is positioning his team to grow and expand their range of services and getting ready for a Salute to Heroes.  New Mt. Carmel partner, Oak Street Health's, Rob Parish, explains the advantages to veterans of managed care style health care.  Be James Bond for a night and a cause, and much more in this week's edition of Veterans Voice! 

Lives saved and critical financial benefits restored.  That's the power of a partnership recently formed between Medicare Mentors and Oak Street Health.  In this podcast, Oak Street Health's, Rob Parish, and Medicare Mentor's, Rich and Pam Lewis, share stories of how pairing up is leading to veterans lives greatly improved.
 
Request Oak Street Health ServicesCall:  Rob Parish at 480-440-7886Email:  robert.parish@oakstreethealth.com
 
 
 
Request Medicare Mentors ServicesCall:  Rich and Pam Lewis at 719-886-3377Request Services Online
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

In this episode of Planning Your Legacy, gifting your assets to others can be a valuable tool in estate planning.
Gifting can help you reduce your taxable estate and avoid the probate process. 
You can donate appreciated property like stocks, bonds, and other securities while receiving a charitable deduction for the total market value of that asset. Along with that, you won’t pay any capital gains tax in the transfer .
Anyone can set up gift planning as part of their estate plan and when you do, you're helping Mt. Carmel better the lives of thousands of veterans, military and their families!
Get your planned giving questions answered.
Contact Dana Rocha, Director of Development and Fundraising
By phone:  719-309-4774By e-mail:  drocha@mtcarmelcenter.org
 
Download Your FREE Planned Giving Guide
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

Several years ago, Sara Berberrette and her son began a journey of giving.  With the help of her then seven year old Isaiah, Sara started baking cookies and taking donations for them.  They used the money to buy Christmas toys for military families.  They've worked hard and 2022 has been a breakout year for Operation Christmas Giving back!  In this podcast, Sara shares her story of success and talks about big plans for the future!
 
 
Follow OCGB on FacebookBuy Your Munchkies Cookies Here (10% of Profits go to OCGB)
Donate on Venmo:  @operationchristmasgivingbackDonate at PayPal:  @operationchristmasgi
Contact Sara:  operationchristmasgivingback@hotmail.com
 
   
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 
 

 
In this edition of Veterans Voice, Mt. Carmel Executive Director, Bob McLaughlin, is looking back on 2022 and ahead to  how Mt. Carmel will serve the military connected community in bigger, better and more ways in 2023.  Then Nanette Brede' and how PrepConnect 360 is changing, and Chris Dahl and Daunte Davis on how Nursing and Therapy Service of Colorado is keeping veterans and their families healthy. 
In Colorado Springs
Request Services:  (719) 772-7000  |  Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-Friday
530 Communication Cir.  |  COS, CO  80905
In PuebloRequest Services:  (719) 309-4719  |  Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital  |  Medical Arts Building1925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156 Pueblo, CO  81004
 
 
 
 
Also in this podcast, Nursing and Therapy Services of Colorado are Healing Heroes by providing home healthcare to veterans with physical disabilities. NTSOC's Daunte Davis and Chris Dahl explain how their veteran therapy programs can help with chronic pain and a variety of other common health concerns by maintaining or improving health and well-being.
 - Excerpted in part from the NTSOC website.
 
Request Healing Heroes Services Here
 
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

In this "Best-Of" podcast, the touching story of a young boy and his mom who formed a non-profit around getting donations for home made cookies and using the money to buy toys for kids.  Then, the holidays can make a veteran or military connected family feel a lot of things, not all of them good.  Mt. Carmel's Military, Veterans and Family Services, and Behavioral Health teams are at the ready with help you might need. 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

 
In this podcast you'll meet Cassime Joseph, newest member of the Veterans Voice team.  He's leading our expansion in to Pueblo.  Then, a veteran teaching veterans to make soap as a means of healing.  You'll learn about The Empty Stocking Fund's efforts on behalf of Mt. Carmel and how you can help.  And finally, a veteran owned, veteran friendly business with job openings you'll want to hear about!
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

 
In this podcast, Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) State Captain, Jim Balcerovich, talks about PGRs origins and founding, their purpose and their mission to honor our fallen.   

 
Wreaths Across America Day is December 17.  A day Wreaths Across America's Joe Reagan will tell you is for remembering, showing gratitude and turning out to help lay wreaths on the graves of the many who gave their all.  In this podcast, Joe shares the Wreaths story, tells a couple of his own and has an ask of you.  As you'll learn, your sponsorship of wreaths will have a profound impact.
Sponsor Wreaths HereEnter:  "Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center (CO0243P)  |  170567"if you'd like a portion of your sponsorship dollars to support our mission.
 
 
Veterans Voice on Wreaths Across America Radio
Thursdays 10:00 A.M. Eastern; Saturdays 8:00 A.M. Eastern; Sundays 6:00 P.M. Eastern
Stream Live Here
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

 
We're very excited to announce that The Veterans Voice is soon to launch in Pueblo!  The program will begin airing December 3rd on KTSC 89.5 The Revolution based at Colorado State University, Pueblo.  In this podcast, we introduce you to Veterans Voice Pueblo host, Cassime Joseph.  Cassime is an Army veteran, college student, photo journalist, blogger, podcaster, radio host, KTSC radio operations manager and president of the CSU Pueblo chapter of the Student Veterans of America.  
Veterans Voice Pueblo will air Fridays at 9:00 a.m. and is aimed at giving veterans a voice and getting the word out about the services provided for veterans and military connected families available at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo, CSU Pueblo and other agencies in the Pueblo community.
 
Listen Live Fridays at 9:00 A.M.
 
 
 
Request Mt. Carmel Pueblo Services:  (719) 309-4719Open:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-FridayWalk-In services at St. Mary-Corwin Hospital  |  Medical Arts Building1925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156 Pueblo, CO  81004
 
 
 
Cassime Joseph  |  Operations Manager  |  KTSC 89.5 FMPresident, Student Veterans of America CSU Pueblo Chapter
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 

 
In this hour of Veterans Voice, completing Financial Peace University yields financial success for a veteran couple.  Then Bill Nash on employment opportunities for veterans in the high-demand construction trades; Byron Edwards on OSHA certifications in facilities management and Blake Schwank on work in the IT/cyber security space.  
 
Register for 2023 Financial Peace UniversitySeminar Openings in February and AugustCall Jonathan Helm:  719-772-7000
 
 
 
Interested in OSHA HAZMAT Certification?Classes are FREE for Veterans!Learn more at www.nationalpete.org/military-training-program
 
 
Start Your Career in Facilities ManagementVeteran Friendly Companies are Hiring Across the CountryByron Edwards:  bedwardsfm@gmail.com
Explore a Career in IT TechVeterans Owned Colorado Computer Support is Hiring!Call:  (719) 355-2440
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 
 

 
Founded in 1984, the Empty Stocking Fund is fueling the charitable work of 20 agencies around the Pikes Peak Region that in turn impact more than 350,000 lives every year.  In this podcast, executive director of the Gazette Charities Foundation, Deb Mahan, explains how every dollar you give provides $1.50 in assistance and that no donation is too small. 

 
November is National Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month.  In this podcast, Phil Long Dealership's Executive Vice President and Partner, Kevin Shaughnessy, explains what's behind the company's veteran-friendly culture and why they're making a donation of up to $100,000 to Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center.

 
Sara and Isaiah Berberette co-founded Operation Christmas Giving Back when Isaiah was just 7 years old.  At the age of 16, he is partners with his mom in their 501(C)3 and use the money they raise from donations in exchange for Sara's freshly baked Munchkies Cookies® to buy hundreds, sometimes thousands, of toys to give to kids who might not otherwise have a Christmas.

 
Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center and The Hennessy 6 have partnered to raise funds for One Simple Voice.   The November 17, jazz concert will feature The Hennessy 6 performing a "Sacred Spiritual Journey of Jazz" at City Auditorium featuring all original compositions.  In this podcast, Sean Schafer Hennessy talks about One Simple Voice and the mission they are on to help those they serve to reconnect with their spirituality.
Tickets are $25 and Available Here
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Way back in 1997, Stephen Doyel was a troubled seventeen year old high school student.   Still, he made his way into the Navy.  The path from then until now has taken him to the Navy, from the service, through five states, homelessness, a TBI, substance abuse and being justice involved.  The rest of the story?  In this podcast, in his own words, how Stephen triumphed over his trials and a message to his fellow veterans. 
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Photo Credit:  Remount Foundation, United States Air Force Academy
 
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Colorado Springs:  (719) 772-7000  |  Walk-In:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-Friday
Pueblo:  (719) 309-4719  |  Walk-In:  8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Monday-Friday
 
 
 
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Though he hasn't served himself, country singer, Jacob Christopher, is one of ten adoptees all raised single-handedly by a woman who is a  Navy veteran.  He once asked her how she managed it.  She credits the military with instilling the discipline an confidence she needed.  Now Jacob is on a mission to give back.  He's performing two live shows on Veterans Day and asking for your donations to help fuel Mt. Carmel's programs.  The full story is in the podcast!

Mt. Carmel partner, ACI Learning's, Ken Hoerning, has an employment opportunity for Pueblo veterans.  Think Audit, Cyber and IT.  Think "Black Hat", "White Hat", "Red Hat" and certified ethical hacker.  These and related fields are wide open.  And for a veteran with the gumption, the compensation is very good!   All the details are in the podcast.  
You can visit Ken Hoerning at Mt. Carmel in Pueblo the 2nd and 4th Fridays or log on to www.acilearning.com  
Ken Hoerning  |  Community Engagement Manager  |  ACI Learning
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
 

When you think about taking charge of your life and health, you might be wondering how to get started.  USMC and Army veteran, Kevin Baldwin, is offering vet-to-vet support Wednesdays for six weeks beginning October 19.  Take charge of your life and health. E-mail submariner6@earthlink.net or call 719-772-7000 to sign up.  Then, Rich and Pam Lewis of Medicare Mentors are in to talk about Medicare open enrollment and how not to get lost in the Medicare maze.
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Employers won't tell you this but interviewing is a survival skill.  Imagine being asked what kind of tree you would be if you you were a tree... or car... or whether you've ever had a disagreement with your boss.  Learn to survive the interview process, how to network your way to employment and much more.  Join the next Prep Connect 360 class at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center November 14-18.  Sign up now!  Call 719-309-4724.
 
             
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.

Fathering is for life.  If you're a dad and you want to be the best father you can be, join the Center On Fathering at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Mondays 5:30-7:00 P.M..  You'll be in the company of other dads, together gaining a true understanding of the importance of your role in your children's lives and development. Register today by calling 719-309-4752.  
 
 
The Veterans Voice presented by USAA is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner, Colorado Computer Support and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.