The Voice of Texas Veterans

No matter where you are, or where you plan to go after leaving the military the ETS Sponsorship program is there to make that transition easier. Veterans and civilians alike are volunteering all over the country to help guide military families in their new communities. Listen to find out how servicemembers and sponsors join the program . 

Today we wrap up our 'Meet the Commissioner' series with a chat with Laura Koerner, Chairwoman of the Texas Veterans Commission. Previously we talked with Vice Chairman Kevin Barber, Commissioner Kimberlee Shaneyfelt, Secretary and Commissioners Mary Lopez Dale and Mike Hernandez. Appointed by the Texas Governor, these five people are dedicated to helping Texas veterans, their families and survivo...

We have 5 Commissioners at Texas Veterans Commission.  We are introducing them to you one show at a time.  We already heard from Commissioners Kimberlee Shaneyfelt, Mary Lopez Dale and Mike Hernandez. Our next program will feature Chairwoman Laura Koerner, but today we're going to hear from the longest serving Commissioner at this time, Vice Chairman Kevin Barber. The Army Veteran was ap...

This is the third episode in the "Meet your TVC Commissioner" series. This episode features Air Force Veteran, Commissioner Kimberlee Shaneyfelt. She talks about her military service, the dedication of Texas Veterans Commission personnel and how helpful TVC was during her transition. Visit the website to find out what TVC can do for you!

There are Five Commissioners on the Board of Texas Veterans Commission. All were appointed by the governor, and all are veterans. You are going to meet every one of them. Laura Koerner is Chairwoman, Kevin Barber is Vice Chair, Kimberlee Shaneyfelt, Secretary, and the two newest members who were appointed in 2020, Vietnam veteran Mike Hernandez and Army veteran Mary Lopez Dale. You'll meet each co...

A service connected disability may qualify a veteran for a VA Disability Housing Grant. On this program we'll learn about the different grants, plus get info on the car allowance which pays for a disabled veteran's specially equipped vehicle.  

Coming up on up June 29, 2021 from noon to one, a virtual introduction to the American Corporate Partners free mentoring program. Listen to learn about that plus Military Spouse Fellowships and how Texas Veterans Commission's Family Career Advisors match spouses and dependents with job opportunities.   Click Here to Register

Women Veterans Day 2021 will be a virtual event for Texas Veterans Commission. Women veterans can connect, and network with other vets and community resources across the state. Listen to find out what will be happening on June 11, from 10 - noon, and meet the Texas Veterans Commission Women Veteran Coordinators. Register for the virtual event here . Get info on the Women Veterans Program here.

Monday May 31, a reminder of what Memorial Day is all about, and we'll introduce you to TVC Commissioner , Mike Hernandez, Vietnam War Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient. 

The Blue Water Navy (BWN) Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019  extended the presumption of herbicide exposure, such as Agent Orange, to Veterans who served in the offshore waters of the Republic of Vietnam between Jan. 9, 1962 and May 7, 1975. If that exposure led to any of the 14 VA approved service connected illnesses, these veterans are entitled to benefits.  The VA has alread...

National VA Research Week will take place May 17–21, 2021 . It's your chance to learn how VA studies and research have improved Veterans' health and welfare. We talked with Dr. Amrita Kamat about research activities at the South Texas Veterans Health Care System in San Antonio. This week on May 17 & 18, 2 pm - 4:30 pm, they will host Virtual Presentations to discuss their research. You may joi...

This week we have something for all members of the military and a "Texas Veterans Mean Business" invite goes out to our Veteran Entrepreneurs. Join Texas Veterans Commission as we celebrate Armed Forces Day and get advice from an expert on gaining Government Contracts. Our TVC Calendar of Events has registration links and info. You can also get registered right here, just click on the event you wi...

The Texas Veterans Commission Women Veterans Program recognizes Military Spouses with a May 6th virtual event “Married to the Military ‘T.A.B.L.E’ Talk” , then May 13, join us for a salute to the military in honor of Armed Forces Day. Both events are free and open to everyone. Click on the event to register.

The Department of Veterans Affairs wants to hear from you. Listening sessions are being held all across the country. Veterans you talk and the VA listens. They want your feedback on VA health care, whether it’s good or bad. In Texas the listening sessions will be held on Friday, April 23. Click here to get Information on how to join the conversation where ever you are in Texas.

This show is about a nonprofit based in San Antonio that serves the military all over the country. Soldiers’ Angels sends care packages to the deployed, has virtual baby showers for veterans and active duty, and makes care packages for homeless veterans and VA patients. Learn more about the organization and how you can be a part of it. https://soldiersangels.org/

Listen in as the Executive Director of Texas Veterans Commission goes over the list of Free services available to Texas Veterans. For instance, you don't need to pay somebody to file your disability claim or represent you at that appeal, we do it for free. That is just one aspect of the state agency that is devoted to helping veterans and their family members access all the state and federal benef...

The Voice of Texas Veterans invites you to listen and learn about careers with US Customs and Border Protection. They have a resume workshop scheduled for April 13, 2021. We also talked with one of our Rural Veteran Career Advisors. They work tirelessly connecting veterans with new careers. They just might be able to help you! Register for the CBP Workshop Here by April 12. Connect with a Veteran...

This episode of the Voice of Texas Veterans is packed with information. You will learn how Customs and Border Protection is recruiting veterans, and the Women Veterans program invites you to take steps towards improving your financial health.   Women veterans learn how to get your military service in the Military Women's Memorial and meet some of the Veteran Service Coordinators who are...

This episode features an invitation to Texas Women Vets to join the Military Women's Memorial. We talk with several Peer Service Coordinators from our Military Veteran Peer Network and we talk with the PenFed Foundation about their Military Heroes Fund which offers financial help, caregiver support and help for low-income vets who want to buy their first house.   https://www.tvc.texas.go...

The Texas Veterans Commission Women Veterans Program is always BUSY!  In April, you're invited to take part in our Financial Wellness Webinars. On this show, we'll also learn about the 2021 Women Veterans Campaign, making peer connections and getting single parent veterans the assistance they need. Visit the website, https://www.tvc.texas.gov/women-veterans/, fill out the form introducing you...

On March 29, 2021, the nation will recognize and show appreciation for the military men and women who served during the Vietnam War.  Over 2.7 million Americans served in Vietnam, less than 850,000 are alive today.  We continue to give Texas Vietnam Vets a book that commemorates the 50th anniversary of that war. Vietnam Vet and former Texas Veterans Commission Chairman Al Cantu shares hi...

This program is part of the Women Veterans Program "Better Ways To Be You" Series. This episode: Loving Yourself & Loving Others,  New Growth = New Life. Hosted by Women Veterans Coordinator for North Texas Catherine Smith. Guests include representatives of DFW veteran serving organizations. 

In local communities across the state, Texas Veterans Commission maintains a catalogue of resources ready to assist veterans, We also call upon national organizations if needed. Today we'll talk with Peer Service Coordinators about how those resources can make a difference for veteran's families and we'll learn about the PenFed Foundation's efforts to give veterans a hand. 

Texas Veterans Commission's Women Veterans Program invited the manager of our Entrepreneur program and the director of Veterans Programs at People Fund to a webinar.  Listen in for tips on starting your own business. Your moderator is Dr. Krystle Matthews, Director Women Veterans Program. Her guests are Anna Baker, Veteran Entrepreneur Program Manager for Texas Veterans commission and Grant B...

African Americans have played a huge part in our military forces,  there are 2.15 million  African American veterans in the United States, representing around 12 percent of the total veteran population.  This month Texas Veterans Commission asked some budding scholars to help us with a history lesson on some of our Black servicemembers.