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    Third Annual Women Veterans Day Celebrated In PA

    On June 10, 2025, Senator Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) hosted a ceremony at the state capitol to honor women veterans in Pennsylvania. Maj. Gen. Laura McHugh, deputy adjutant general-Army; and Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Maureen Weigl, deputy adjutant general of Veterans Affairs, were in attendance in support of the more than 60,000 women veterans throughout the commonwealth. The ceremony featured remarks from state leaders, service members, and included special recognition of women veterans in attendance. The event was held in recognition of Women Veterans Day, observed annually in PA on June 12. We are proud of the accomplishments and contributions to America’s freedom made by women veterans.

     

    Safeguarding Pennsylvania Veterans Through Community Collaboration

    The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) continues strengthening efforts to support veterans across the commonwealth by partnering with community professionals. Collaborations through the Governor’s Advisory Council on Veterans Services (GAC-VS) are vital in addressing the complex challenges veterans face. Through its “Safeguarding our Veterans” training—hosted and promoted by the White Deer Run Treatment Network—DMVA focuses on critical areas such as navigating benefits, accessing protective services, and identifying scams targeting veterans and older adults.

    A key component of this initiative is educating professionals on the Protective Services system and how to properly report concerns. Participants also gain valuable insights into recognizing various scams that exploit veterans, such as pension poaching and financial fraud. Professionals learn where to find and refer veterans and older adults to the appropriate resources based on individual needs, and how to participate in the annual Pension Poaching Awareness Campaign.

    In 2025, 421 individuals participated in DMVA’s February and June sessions. Social workers and mental health providers earned one Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for their participation, equipping them to better serve Pennsylvania’s veteran community.