NCOA - Fort Sam Houston Chapter

25/10/2025

Join The Riley Group Medicare Solutions for Veterans for Operation Veteran Care, a free educational presentation designed to help Veterans understand how to navigate Social Security, Medicare, TRICARE for Life, Medicare Advantage Plans, and VA benefits.

This event is hosted by two Veterans who are committed to helping their fellow Veterans make informed decisions and minimize out-of-pocket health care expenses. Nothing is being sold. This is strictly an informational session to ensure you get the right answers.

📅 Thursday, October 30, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 Fort Sam Houston Golf Club
1050 Harry Wurzbach Road, San Antonio, TX 78234

✅ Open seating – no RSVP needed
✅ Free to attend

For questions or more information, contact Patrick Riley at (210) 287-6976, or visit veteranmedicaresolutions.com

25/10/2025

The Joint Base San Antonio Military Retiree Appreciation Day (RAD) at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) scheduled for November 1st will not be executed as initially planned due to the current lapse in appropriations.

Affected services:

- BAMC will still conduct limited healthcare services on Saturday, 1 Nov and will publish an update soon.

- Walk-In ID Card Services WILL NOT be provided on Saturday, 1 Nov – however offices are open Monday-Wednesday, Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to noon.

We understand these changes may cause some inconvenience, and we appreciate your understanding and patience. We remain committed to honoring the contributions of our military retiree community.

jbsatoday.com
facebook.com/JointBaseSanAntonio
facebook.com/BrookeArmyMedicalCenter2
facebook.com/JBSA502FSS

Due to the government shutdown, both social media page will have limited updates.

For information about the Lapse in Appropriations and resources available, go to:
af.mil/Lapse-in-Federal-Appropriations

Please be sure to like, follow, and share NCOA - Fort Sam Houston Chapter and NCOA for more Veteran news.

11/10/2025

The San Antonio International Airport released parking changes for Veterans, which will start on 1 November 2025. You must be registered to use the parking program.

Here are some changes:

★ Complimentary parking up to 30 days in economy lots
★ Complimentary parking for Purple Heart and former POWs (unchanged)
★ 50% discount in long-term garage
★ 25% discount in short-term garage
★ Reservations must be made for all airport parking, excluding valet

Enroll in the program here:
flysatparking.com/enrollment

You must reserve your parking spot online at least 5-days prior to your flight at the following link:
booking.flysatparking.com/book/SATDV/Parking

Learn more: FlySATParking.com/DV

02/10/2025

JBSA Closures during the Government Shutdown

02/10/2025

Learn how the government shutdown might affect you and where to find support:

ncoausa.org/news/government-shutdown-what-it-means-for-military-veterans

The government shutdown is here, and it could impact Service Members, Veterans, and families in big ways. Pay, benefits, and services are all on the line.

Read our full update to see what this means for you and where to find support:
👉 ncoausa.org/news/government-shutdown-what-it-means-for-military-veterans

Help your Battle Buddy out by liking and sharing with others. There is Strength In Unity®

10/09/2025

Don't miss the Woman Veteran Calendar Launch Party!

📅 When: October 18th at 6 PM
📍 Where: VFW Post 76, San Antonio TX

✨ What’s in store for you:
🎤 Special Guest Speaker: Michelle Deal of OnHealing Therapy
🍽️ Catering by 6-Gun BBQ LLC
🎶 Music: DJ Osmoses Jones
💥 Drill Competition
🏅 Silent Auction
🎁 Door Prizes
👮‍♀️ Colors Presented by Burbank High School, Junior ROTC

Funds from this event will benefit Grace After Fire and Women Veterans of San Antonio.

🎟️ Ticket Purchase Includes:
Dinner 🍽️
Entry for door prizes 🎉

🎟️ Get your tickets now!
womanveterancalendar.com/store/p/2026-calendar-launch-party

🌟 Join Us for the Woman Veteran Calendar Launch Party! 🌟

📅 When: October 18th at 6 PM
📍 Where: VFW Post 76, San Antonio TX

We are so excited to invite you to the Woman Veteran Calendar Launch Party, a night to honor the incredible women who have served and continue to serve our country!

✨ What’s in store for you:

🎤 Special Guest Speaker: Michelle Deal of OnHealing Therapy

🍽️ Catering by 6 Guns BBQ

🎶 Music: DJ Osmoses Jones bringing the beats!

💥 Drill Competition

🏅 Silent Auction

🎁 Door Prizes

👮‍♀️ Colors Presented by Luther Burbank High School Junior ROTC

💙 All proceeds from this event go to support woman veteran nonprofits – this year, funds will benefit Grace After Fire and Women Veterans of San Antonio. After Fire and Women Veterans of San Antonio. Your ticket purchase helps these amazing organizations continue their important work.

🎟️ Ticket Purchase Includes:

Dinner 🍽️

Entry for door prizes 🎉

Let’s come together to support, celebrate, and uplift our women veterans! Don’t miss this incredible night. 💪💖

🎟️ Get your tickets now and join us for a night to remember!

https://www.womanveterancalendar.com/store/p/2026-calendar-launch-party

02/09/2025

Don't miss The Jacqueline Smith Foundation 6th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive.

Sign up to volunteer at eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-thanksgiving-food-drive-volunteers-registration-tickets-1656805482799

We’re gearing up for our 6th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive 🦃🍂 and need YOUR help! Together, let’s collect canned goods and turkey vouchers to bless our and underserved families this holiday season. 💛 Every item makes a difference! Will you partner with us to spread , , and this ?

Volunteers may register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-thanksgiving-food-drive-volunteers-registration-tickets-1656805482799?aff=oddtdtcreator

San Antonio Women's Club Lone Star National Bank Judge Andrea Arevalos, County Court at Law No. 5 Vietnam Army Grunt Museum Bexar County Clerk, Hon. Lucy Adame-Clark Airrosti Wayland Baptist University San Antonio NAMI Greater San Antonio Krendra Harralson SA Fundraising NCOA - Fort Sam Houston Chapter Fred Brock-American Legion Post No. 828

20/08/2025

Art Spark Texas is inviting current and former Service Members to submit their work for the 16th Annual Distinguished Veteran Artist Exhibit. This annual event honors the creativity and service of Veterans in the state of Texas.

🎨 Open to Texas Veterans only
🎨 2D art only (24"x36" or smaller, under 30 lbs)
🎨 No submission fee
🎨 Deadline to apply: August 29, 2025
🎨 Exhibit runs Nov. 6–30 in Georgetown, TX

The exhibit will be hosted at the Williamson County Art Guild Gallery in downtown Georgetown, Texas, accompanied by workshops and panels throughout the month in Georgetown

Questions? Email Kim at [email protected]

Apply at bit.ly/16thDistinguishedArtistVeteransExhibit

10/08/2025

10/08/2025

09/08/2025

The Women Veterans of San Antonio are asking for hygiene supply donations to support women Veterans at the annual American GI Forum National Veterans Outreach Program's 26th Annual Stand Down, as well as for other events/distributions! Please see the attached flyer details.

Be sure to share with anyone who may be interested.

It is that time of year that we reach out and ask for hygiene supply donations to support women veterans at the annual NVOP-AGIF standdown as well as for other events/distributions! Please see the attached flyer for items we are low on-and email us to schedule pickup/drop offs! We will collect until 15 September!

Monetary donations are also welcome-please put in the information field "hygiene supplies", and any funds collected will be used to purchase necessary items!

Please share with anyone who may be interested in supporting-and thank you for all the support we get every year to support our sister vets! 🙏🏼 🥹 🎒

06/08/2025

NCOA wouldn’t be where it is today without the dedication and support from our members and supporters. Today, we're asking for your help to continue empowering our programs.

Whether you donate $1 to our “One Dollar Can Make A Difference” campaign, or encourage someone to join or renew their membership, your actions have a positive impact on Veterans and their families. Every little bit helps us grow stronger and continue advocating for the benefits you’ve earned.

Ready to make a difference? Click below to read our Executive Director’s latest message and find out how you can help support Veterans in need.

👉 ncoausa.org/news/executive-directors-insights-20250801



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