DAV Chapter #4 "Lone Star"

01/20/2026

FREE VIRTUAL PROGRAM: Understanding Cognition & Thinking Changes in Parkinson’s. January 29, 2026; 2:30 - 4:00 pm EST. This webinar will explore how Parkinson’s impacts cognitive function and what veterans and care partners can do to recognize, manage, and adapt to these changes. Other topics include when to seek additional support, how the VA addresses cognitive health, and which tools and therapies may help maintain brain function and quality of life.
Register Here: https://www.parkinson.org/events/2026/Veterans-Cognition

01/20/2026

Did you know you can write a will for FREE through DAV? Our free online resources make it easy for you to plan your will, ensuring that your assets and family are protected. Learn more by visiting https://www.dav.org/freewill or contact a DAV gift planning expert by calling 800-216-9802 and then press 1, or email [email protected].

01/19/2026

Please join usin honoring the incredible legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. His message of freedom and equality for all shaped our nation’s history and continues to guide our future.

Please join me in honoring the incredible legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. His message of freedom and equality for all shaped our nation’s history and continues to guide our future.

01/19/2026

In remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr., we honor his legacy by continuing to take steps toward equality and righteousness within ourselves, our communities and our nation. That means that we must recognize the dignity in all of the people we encounter along our journeys.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – MLK

In remembrance of Martin Luther King, Jr., we honor his legacy by continuing to take steps toward equality and righteousness within ourselves, our communities and our nation. That means that we must recognize the dignity in all of the people we encounter along our journeys.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – MLK

01/05/2026

Veterans, stay safe while online shopping by being wary of e-commerce scams.
Scammers may advertise highly discounted items through fake retail websites and online pop-up stores. Always verify the legitimacy of websites and sellers before making a purchase.
Veterans can follow these best practices to prevent e-commerce scams while shopping:
• Examine the URL: Look for “https” and a padlock which indicate a secure connection. Check for misspellings, unusual domain extensions or extra characters. Sites may resemble major retailers such as Amazon but include extra words in the URL.
• Evaluate the design: Poor grammar, spelling mistakes, or low-quality images may indicate a fake company.
• Check the contact page: Look for physical addresses, valid email addresses, and a working phone number. A lack of contact information is suspicious.
• Shop on verified retailer sites: Avoid purchasing an item directly on social media or an unverified site.
Veterans who suspect they have experienced fraud can find out more and report to the appropriate agency at VSAFE.gov or calling 833-38V-SAFE.
To report fraud, contact the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Veterans, stay safe while online shopping by being wary of e-commerce scams.

Scammers may advertise highly discounted items through fake retail websites and online pop-up stores. Always verify the legitimacy of websites and sellers before making a purchase.

Veterans can follow these best practices to prevent e-commerce scams while shopping:
• Examine the URL: Look for “https” and a padlock which indicate a secure connection. Check for misspellings, unusual domain extensions or extra characters. Sites may resemble major retailers such as Amazon but include extra words in the URL.
• Evaluate the design: Poor grammar, spelling mistakes, or low-quality images may indicate a fake company.
• Check the contact page: Look for physical addresses, valid email addresses, and a working phone number. A lack of contact information is suspicious.
• Shop on verified retailer sites: Avoid purchasing an item directly on social media or an unverified site.

Veterans who suspect they have experienced fraud can find out more and report to the appropriate agency at VSAFE.gov or calling 833-38V-SAFE.

To report fraud, contact the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

01/05/2026

January is National Mentoring Month, a time to recognize the power of guidance and support from mentors in our life. For veterans, a good mentor can make all the difference by helping navigate challenges, build new skills and open doors to opportunities. Many veterans find mentors within the ranks of DAV’s membership—people who understand their unique experiences and are ready to help them succeed.
Together, we can ensure every veteran has someone in their corner.

January is National Mentoring Month, a time to recognize the power of guidance and support from mentors in our life. For veterans, a good mentor can make all the difference by helping navigate challenges, build new skills and open doors to opportunities. Many veterans find mentors within the ranks of DAV’s membership—people who understand their unique experiences and are ready to help them succeed.

Together, we can ensure every veteran has someone in their corner.

01/05/2026

☆Looking to the Future☆
We are revamping the way we share information across Texas. We are building new social media channels which allow us to reach further to our younger veterans.
You can now follow the Dept of Texas across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. This offers a vast opportunity for transparency and be concise on what we share.
We utilize these social media platforms as a way to Guide, Elevate and Empower across this great state of Texas.

☆Looking to the Future☆

We are revamping the way we share information across Texas. We are building new social media channels which allow us to reach further to our younger veterans.

You can now follow the Dept of Texas across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. This offers a vast opportunity for transparency and be concise on what we share.

We utilize these social media platforms as a way to Guide, Elevate and Empower across this great state of Texas.

07/01/2025

The Women Veterans Call Center (WVCC) is your guide to . It is your resource for information about a variety of services and benefits that you've earned and deserve through your military service. To get in touch with the WVCC, you can call or text 855-VA-WOMEN (855-829-6636).
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07/01/2025

On Jan. 16, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced the expansion of the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM)—the nation’s largest digital platform dedicated to the memory of veterans and service members—to allow veterans to tell their own service stories.