Brockton Veterans' Services

The Brockton Council on Aging will be hosting Veterans Dental Care Day!

As many veterans face barriers to accessing dental care. This day is dedicated to providing comfortable, convenient care in a supportive community setting.

Open to Veterans and their Spouses, age 60+ in the Brockton Community.

When: Thursday November 5th, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: Brockton Council on Aging, 10 Father Kenney Way, Brockton, MA 02301

APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED
→ Call the Brockton Council on Aging at 508-580-7811 to reserve your spot.
→ Early Registration Encouraged
→ Please note that a Medical History Consent Form must also be completed prior to participation.

SERVICES INCLUDE:

→ Professional dental cleanings
→ Oral health screenings
→ Preventive treatments ( fluoride, etc.)
→ Personalized oral health education
→ Light breakfast provided

Hosted by:
Visiting Dental Hygiene, Inc.
Licensed Public Health Dental Hygienists
Serving Massachusetts communities since 2013.
&
Brockton Council on Aging
At the Heart of Active Aging

🇺🇸 CITY OF BROCKTON EVENT UPDATE 🇺🇸
Memorial Day Ceremony: Moved Indoors!

Due to the forecasted rain, the outdoor Memorial Day Parade has been officially cancelled. However, the community observance will still continue inside.

Please join us as we honor and remember our veterans, staying safe and dry from the weather.
📍 Event Details

Date: Monday, May 25, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM

Location: War Memorial Building

Address: 156 West Elm Street, Brockton, MA

"Honoring their service and sacrifice, rain or shine."

Parking & Entry Info: The parking lot entrance is located on Newbury Street. To enter the building, please use the main glass doors on the far left side.

Financial Educational Call for Military Survivors

Financial “Dine and Dial”: Wed 7/15/2026 /Time: 7:00pm (CST). (Financial Educational Call for Military Survivors)

Who: Military Survivors and friends are invited to dial into the next Financial “Dine and Dial” call and have access to some of the popular past calls that were recorded.

What: These calls, held at least quarterly, provide a forum for Military Survivors and friends to ask questions on education tools and to better understand techniques for identity theft minimization, saving and investing, estate planning considerations, tax issues, insurance, potential financial resources, and budgeting concerns in creating financial success and hear from various guest presenters and other peers.

Where: The Call number is (1-605-475-5910; Access Code 7681905 #); the call originates from Ft. Leonard Wood Survivor Outreach Services. (*6 mutes or unmutes the call) and is a joint venture between the financial counselors from the Ft. Leonard Wood SOS program, and other locations.

Why: Many Survivors have asked for assistance in navigating potential resources, including how to better grasp potential projected positive cash flow opportunities and estate planning techniques, milestones, and scholarship programs.

Military in Lasting Tribute

A tribute program that many Survivors have found highly valuable and appreciated.

https://tribute.militaryonesource.mil/about-military-in-lasting-tribute/

Survivor Symposium Series

Recent DoW programs well-received by Military Survivors. Transcripts and recordings are now available to view or download

https://www.militaryonesource.mil/casualty-mortuary-affairs/casualty-assistance/survivor-symposium-series/, (The Jan program, starting at the min 45 mark, went over milestones for those age 60 and above.The 2025 recordings are now on line as well, with he content of the 2nd half of both calls based on questions many Military survivors have raised) The next DoW Survivor Symposium is Friday June 12 at 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Central

VA Survivors & Dependents

The January 28, 2026, workshop on VA scholarships was well-received, and the recording is now available for viewing.

https://www.va.gov/survivors/

In addition, there is a 38-minute overview of financial concepts applicable for new Military survivors now on MOS:

https://www.militaryonesource.mil/resources/podcasts/military-onesource/financial-management-for-survivors/

NeighborWorks Housing Solutions will be hosting a two-day Community Assistance Event at The Shaw’s Center, located at 1 Feinberg Way, Brockton MA 02301.

Event Details:
Thursday, June 4th 2026 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Friday, June 5th 2026 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

All constituents and community members are invited who may benefit from this in-person support.

This event is designed for individuals and families who are behind on rent, mortgage payments, or critical utilities, or who need assistance with housing-related costs. Our team will be on site to provide guidance and help attendees complete the RAFT application, answer questions about current applications, and get folks connected with additional resources and counseling services.

Staff will be available to assist in multiple languages.

This is a valuable opportunity for community members to receive direct support and take meaningful steps toward housing stability. Walk-ins are encouraged- no appointment needed.

May is Older Americans Month — a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and lifelong contributions of our older adults, including the veterans who have served our nation and continue to serve our communities every day.

At the Executive Office of Veterans Services, we are working every day to make Massachusetts a more welcoming and veteran-ready state for older adults — expanding access to benefits, strengthening connections to local services, supporting long-term care options, and helping veterans and their families navigate the resources they’ve earned.

We're committed to standing with you at every stage of life. If you or a loved one needs support, we’re here to help. For more information on EOVS' programs and services visit: mass.gov/vets

VA’s Million Veteran Program (MVP) proudly recognizes the service and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Veterans—and the critical role you play in advancing research for all who have served.
By joining MVP, you help ensure that prevention, diagnosis, and treatments are guided by data that reflects the full Veteran community and the range of experiences within it.
Learn more or join today at https://ow.ly/bGOK50YSPN9.

Join us for Women's Health Wellness Wednesdays, conversations on women's health. May's webinar will be held May 27, from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. The speaker is VA Boston's own Dr. Nora Keenan, Primary Care Behavioral Health Psychologist, who will discuss how s*x and hormones affect mental health from puberty, to pregnancy, infertility to menopause… what's normal and when to reach out for help -- striving for wellbeing at all stages of life! All Veterans and VA staff are welcome! You must register in advance at https://www.mass.gov/event/womens-health-wellness-wednesday-reproductive-mental-health-how-being-female-affects-mental-health-across-the-lifespan-05-27-2026