Georgia Department of Veterans Service

The Education and Resource Fair are from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. with the Veteran Town Hall meeting following from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Prior to, at 10:30 a.m., VBA will be hosting a Veterans Claims Clinic.

Attention Georgia veterans and families! Did you know that there's a monthly newsletter packed with important information just for you?

We're excited to share the latest edition of the GDVS monthly newsletter. Read more at https://veterans.georgia.gov/newsletter.

We Care Vet Fair to Bring Resources, Support, and Free Concert for Veterans - WEIS | Local & Area News, Sports, & Weather ROME— Veterans, active-duty military personnel, family members, caregivers, and survivors are invited to attend the 2026 We Care Vet Fair Northwest Georgia, a two-day event designed to connect attendees with critical services, resources, and support programs in one convenient location. Hosted by U...

Georgia's military service members and veterans are invited to the Universoul Circus on Monday, May 25, for a free Memorial Day show!

Shows are held at 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Must show military ID for tickets.

Georgia's veterans and families are invited to join our Memorial Day ceremonies on Monday, May 25, at our state veterans cemeteries.

The Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville will begin their program at 11 a.m.

The Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Glennville will begin their program at 11:30 a.m.

The Georgia Department of Veterans Service joined Governor Kemp, Gold Star Families, members of the state legislature, and veterans for the state's annual Memorial Day ceremony.

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we pause and remember the sacrifices that make our freedoms possible.

Columbus area veterans - you're invited to join the Secretary of State's office for a free small business FIN FIT event at on Tuesday, June 16 from 8:30am-12:30pm at Cunningham Center at Columbus State, Blanchard B&C Halls, Columbus, Georgia.

Registration is free and open now at https://sos.ga.gov/fin-fit!

This event is free and open to all Georgians. Free continental breakfast and a workbook are included with registration. This event is for educational purposes only; no products or services will be sold.

🇺🇸 Fort Gordon Career Summit — Register Early! 🇺🇸

Hiring Our Heroes is bringing the Career Summit to the Cyber Conference & Catering Center, June 10- 11. Don't wait — seats fill fast!

🗓️ What to expect: • June 10 – Networking reception to connect directly with employers before the hiring fair • June 11 – Workshops on compensation & negotiation, SkillBridge & training opportunities, and interview prep • June 11 – Hiring fair with dozens of local and national employers ready to hire

👥 Who should attend: Transitioning Service Members, Veterans, Military Spouses, working-age military children, and Military Caregivers.

📣 Important Update for Soldiers Considering Retirement: The Army has released a PERMANENT CHANGE TO THE TIMELINE FOR REQUESTING VOLUNTARY RETIREMENT FROM ACTIVE SERVICE. Soldiers planning their transition should review the updated policy and align their retirement request timeline accordingly — then put that plan into action by building your post-service network at the Summit.

✅ REGISTER NOW — early registration secures your spot in workshops and 1-on-1 employer meetings.
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The DoW, Fort Gordon and U.S. Army Service Branches do not endorse any company, sponsor, or their products or services.

OIF, OEF, and OND Vets - listen up.

You're navigating the same systems as earlier generations of Veterans, but you're operating with less time and even more outside pressure. That’s part of why this year’s We CARE Vet Fair™: Northwest Georgia event is structured across two days.

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Veterans Service Officers will be on-site to work with Veterans of all eras, addressing claims, facilitating VA Healthcare registration, and answering questions about the benefits that you have earned.

But that's not all...

Thursday morning, June 11, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, there will be a focused engagement session at the Forum River Center in Rome for our Women Veterans of all eras, with an emphasis on wellness, access to benefits, and more. Hosted by the Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) in partnership with United Military Care, this session provides direct access to professionals who can assist with VA benefits questions and enrollment in VA healthcare services.

Community partners will also be onsite offering wellness services including chair massage, acupuncture, yoga, and related resources focused on overall well-being.

At 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 11, we want the entire Northwest Georgia community to join us on the Town Green to celebrate our Veterans with a FREE concert from Brother Mojo, featuring special guest Mason Thompson!

Then on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, our VA and GDVS team will be back along with all our community partners. Everyone will be on-site all day, providing free services for the full We CARE Vet Fair™: Northwest Georgia event.

Our promise: over 100 organizations and an entire community of qualified, caring professionals working side by side to help Veterans and families answer their important questions, at no cost, in one place.

Forum River Center | Rome, GA

Thursday, June 11 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, June 12 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The intent is simple. Give Veterans a more direct path to services , across two coordinated days. Remove the roadblocks and replace them with answers.

Questions? 770-973-0014 | [email protected]


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On Armed Forces Day, we honor the profound sacrifices required to preserve our freedom. Our deepest gratitude goes out to the service members protecting our nation, whether stationed at home or deployed around the world.