Scion is giving a free care package to US military personnel. It claims to include beanies, playing cards, free internet access for an hour and more.
This article originally appeared on ctwatchdog.com.
Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman today unveiled a new state website created to give military veterans one-stop access to the wide range of veterans’ services and benefits offered by the state and federal government agencies.
The website – veterans.ct.gov – will link veterans and their families to other state and federal agencies offering services in areas such as employment and job training, health care and education.
The announcement was made at Tunxis Community College’s Veterans Oasis Center, a dedicated space on campus for veterans and active military service men and women to study, network and socialize as they integrate into the college experience.
“Since becoming Governor, one of my greatest honors has been to interact with service men and women both when they leave for active duty and when they return,” Governor Malloy said. “With two wars winding down, we have a responsibility to make sure that state government is in a position to honor their service. Creating a one-stop resource for veterans to access benefits and services is a small but important step in that effort.”
For example, the website will contain information about the Governor’s directive to agency heads to make every effort to interview qualified veterans for approved positions where appropriate.
“We expect about 7,000 veterans to return to Connecticut over the next two years and I strongly believe the state must do everything in its power to help them transition back to civilian life,” Lieutenant Governor Wyman said. “Deployment for these brave men and women means many months away from their homes, their families and their jobs. It is our obligation to honor that sacrifice by supporting them and their families – and this website and the Cabinet will help do just that.”
Governor Malloy and Lt. Governor Wyman today also announced the creation of the 14-member Governor’s Veterans Cabinet, which they will co-chair. Composed of relevant agency commissioners and other executive branch representatives, the cabinet will meet periodically to report progress and create strategies to improve delivery of services to veterans and their families. The cabinet also will seek input from veterans and private military-support organizations.
The members of the Governor’s Veterans Cabinet are:
In April, Governor Malloy issued a directive to the heads of each state agency instructing them to consider hiring and recruiting veterans who have recently returned from military service or will be returning in the near future and are looking for employment. In addition, the bipartisan Jobs Bill approved by the state legislature and signed into law by Governor Malloy in October 2011 includes a $900 incentive to employers for each veteran they hire.
The following is a HUGE list of freebies and discounts available for veterans on November 11, 2012. I “pinched” this list from Military.com.
Veterans Day Restaurant Offerings:
7-Eleven – Offers will be offering veterans and servicemembers a free small slurpee on Sunday Nov. 11, 2012.
Applebees - All Veterans and active duty military eat free from a limited menu at Applebee’s on Veterans Day (Nov. 11).
BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse – On Monday, November 11, 2012 BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse will offer veterans and servicemembers will be able to get a free lunch entree or a one-topping mini or individual pizza. Click here to find a location near you.
Chili’s – Veterans and active duty dine for free from a special limited seven-item menu from 11am – 5pm on Veterans Day.
Famous Dave’s — Free or discounted meals on Veterans Day. Offer varies by location. Click here for list of locations and specific offerings.
Card Gnome is allowing you to send a free card to a military member. Just pick out a card, write your message online, and they will mail the card out for you. This is a great thing to do for any of our military who won’t be coming home for the holidays.
If you ask me, Wholly Guacamole products are the best tasting guacamole and salsa out there. If you would like to show your support, why not buy a Wholly Guac t-shirt for just $10, which includes free shipping. Included with your order will also be a coupon for a free Wholly product! In addition to getting a great shirt and a free product coupon, you’ll also be helping to send kids to camp. All proceeds go towards paying for camp for military kids.
- 100% cotton preshrunk white t-shirt
- Available in both child and adult sizes
- White t-shirt
(front) Wholly Guacamole Logo
(back) Friends Don’t Let Friends Double Dip
Brides Across America is having a nationwide event November 6-24 that gives women marrying a military member or women in the military a free wedding gown for their upcoming nuptials.
You can visit Brides Across America to find out which wedding shops in your state are participating in the event. You’ll need to contact the wedding shop near you to register for the event.
If you are an active or retired member of the US Military, take your military ID (or discharge ID) to Applebees on November 11th (Veteran’s Day) for a free meal.
Starting this week, there is a program launching that will allow Active and retired military personnel free and discounted tickets to theaters around the country. Here in Connecticut, it looks like the Hartford Stage is participating. Go HERE for more information and to get a list of other participating theaters.
(Thanks, Joe!)
I’ve tasks one of my faithful readers, Joe S., with coming up with a list of discounts and freebies for military personnel and Vets. Here are some of the good deals he has found so far:
Home Depot & Lowes – 10% discounts to Active Duty, Retired, and Guard / Reserve military personnel as long as you have your ID card AND ASK.
Bronx Zoo – The Zoo offers year-round discounts to any active duty or reserve members of the U.S. Military when they present a valid military ID at the admissions gate. Discount includes: FREE Total Experience Ticket or General Admission ticket and 50% off discount for up to three family members included on the same admissions transaction. Discounted tickets are available at the admissions booths only, not through our online ticket store.
Jose says, “I took 2 of my kids last year, and for $20, I got $70 worth of zoo experiences. We packed our own lunch and drinks, so we didn’t have to pay for any food. The only other thing we had to pay for was the train & bus rides from Waterbury. (DON’T TAKE YOUR CAR – it isn’t worth the hassle, and with bridge tolls, gas, and parking, the mass transit is a MUCH better deal. I THINK they might offer a military discount, too, so you might want to check the MTA.)”
Theme Parks – Anheuser-Busch runs many theme parks throughout the country like Busch Gardens and the various Sea Worlds, to name a few. Click HERE, and you’ll find that Active Duty personnel, their families, and also Guard / Reserve personnel on Active Duty status (and their families) get admitted for FREE. The families MUST be accompanied by the military member, but if the military member is deployed and can obviously not accompany them, there’s a procedure for the families to still be admitted for free.
Hawaii and Disney Parks, Orlando – There’s a military resort line called Shades of Green that has locations in Hawaii and Orlando (on the Disney Park grounds) that are open to the military and their families, no matter if you are AD, Guard/Reserve, retired, or just have prior service (with an honorable discharge). However, that’s the priority of admittance, for obvious reasons, so it may be tough to get a spot. If you do, ITS WORTH IT! The rates can’t be beat, and the Orlando one is just like any other fancy Disney Resort – they don’t skimp. While there, you can also get discounted rates on all of the nearby theme parks. Since the Orland one is on the Disney grounds, there’s also a shuttle to take you to the park, too.
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