AUSA Pikes Peak Chapter

Great morning with the Pikes Peak MAC! ☕️ The AUSA Pikes Peak Chapter joined local leaders to hear from Col. Nate Joslyn, Commander of the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne).

☕🇺🇸 Reminder!

Our Veterans Monthly Coffee Group meets next week at the Colorado Springs Senior Center

📅 Thursday, February 19, 2026 Third Thursday of the Month
⏰ 8:30 AM

Come enjoy coffee, conversation, and connection with fellow veterans. Hope to see you there!






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Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center – Mobile Food Pantry

🥫 Supporting Our Veterans & Families

Carmel Veterans Service Center has released their Mobile Food Pantry distribution schedule, providing vital support to veterans and military families in our community.

If you or someone you know could benefit, please review the schedule and help spread the word.

🔗 More information here:
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❄️ Weather Update from Mt. Carmel VSC ❄️

Due to forecasted heavy snow and unsafe conditions, our January 9th Food Drive has been canceled. Your safety comes first, please stay warm and take care out there.

We’ll be back to serve our community on Friday, January 23rd with the next scheduled drive. Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

🩸 Sign up to give blood at the upcoming Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive Feb. 5 and 6. Your donation goes directly to the military's local blood supply. To register: http://spr.ly/6187CAEpb

🎙️ New Episode: Association of the United States Army - AUSA National Army Matters

A new episode of Army Matters is now available, highlighting topics that impact today’s Army and the future of our force.

We encourage our members and supporters to tune in and stay engaged with conversations that support Soldiers, Families, and Army readiness.

🔗 Listen here:
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New Army Matters Episode 🎙️

Gen. Xavier T. Brunson, commander of the United Nations Command, Combined Forces Command, and United States Forces Korea, shares the latest developments in the region and leadership insights shaped by 35 years of Army service.

Listen now on your favorite podcast app or at the link in comments.

This week’s guest on Resource Council Senior Talk on KRDO NewsRadio was Colonel Matthew Mapes, Medical Service Corps, U.S. Army, and Director of Evans Army Community Hospital

Colonel Mapes shared updates on Evans Army Community Hospital operations and discussed how the hospital continues to support our military retiree community through accessible, high-quality care and services.

A special thank you to AUSA community partner and Senior Resource council member Medicare Mentors LLC for sponsoring Senior Talk and helping make these important conversations possible.

🔗 Listen to the full episode here:
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💊 Pharmacy Update – Evans Army Community Hospital

Evans Army Community Hospital has shared an important pharmacy update for our Fort Carson community. Please take a moment to review the information to stay informed and avoid any disruptions to your care.

🔗 Full details here:
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Your health and readiness matter, thank you to the EACH team for keeping our Soldiers and Families informed.

PHARMACY UPDATE:
The Evans Main and Soldier and Family Care Center Pharmacies have returned to same-day pickup for ALL medications. Please continue to expect longer than normal wait times as we are still managing a temporary staffing shortage. The Mountain Post Soldier Center (MPSC) and Robinson Clinic pharmacies are also open and continue to serve Active-Duty Soldiers only.
You can help us to reduce your wait time in the pharmacy lobby by activating your new prescriptions (and prescription renewals) online at Q-Anywhere: https://cxmlink.com/dhamtf1812.

For refills, please continue to use the MHS Genesis Patient Portal to refill your prescription (https://mymhsgenesis.health.mil), and click on the “RX Refills” tab. You can also call the refill line at 719-430-7306. With either option you can choose from several convenient pickup locations.

Thank you for your patience.

U.S. Army Fort Carson, 4th Infantry Division

Fort Carson Transition Assistance Program – Hiring Event
🎯 Career Opportunity Alert!

The Fort Carson Transition Assistance Program (TAP) is hosting a Hiring Event this week. If you’re exploring your next career move, this is a great opportunity to connect with employers who value military experience.

👔 Dress your best and come prepared to network.
📌 Open to all DoD ID cardholders.

🔗 Learn more here:
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If you're looking for career opportunities, dress your best and visit the Transition Assistance Program's hiring event next week! Open to all DOD ID cardholders.

Today, the AUSA Pikes Peak Chapter honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

We are especially grateful for the dedicated volunteers of our Pikes Peak Chapter who serve our Soldiers, families, veterans, and community every day. We could not do this work without you.

Here’s an invitation for all AUSA and E9 members to come out and enjoy this year.
Love to have you!!!