Governor Ferguson mourns the loss of Colleen Bass, 57, killed in the line of duty. Flags at all state facilities will be lowered to half-staff on October 15, 2025. A private memorial service will be held that day. For questions, email [email protected].

🌎 World Mental Health Awareness Day is October 10! Let's raise awareness and mobilize efforts for mental health care. Learn more about available resources: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

Spokane County buys 200 emblems for veterans to support the 988 Suicide Lifeline! https://www.krem.com/article/news/local/spokane-county-suicide-prevention-license-plate-emblems-support-veterans/293-f5a88668-33df-428f-885e-1d62363a9bdc

Honoring Service, Celebrating Culture! 🎉 This weekend at the Native Veteran Resource Fair in Seattle, we supported tribal veterans. Thank you for the warm welcome! 📸 Swipe for highlights! #TribalVeterans #ServingThoseWhoServed #CommunityStrong #VeteransBenefits #WashingtonStateVeterans

Retired U.S. Army Major Mark Smith, the first American POW released in 1973, shared his powerful Vietnam War story at Walla Walla Veterans Home, honoring fellow vets who never got a hero’s welcome. https://keprtv.com/news/local/former-us-army-pow-highlights-service-of-local-veterans-in-walla-walla

AVER Conference offered vital support for LGBTQ+ Veterans.

Check out WDVA resources! 🔗 https://www.dva.wa.gov/lgbtq-veterans 🔗 https://www.dva.wa.gov/benefits/definition-veteran #AVERConference #LGBTQVets #VeteransTogether #SafeSpacesMatter #WDVAResources

New this month! Veterans with a qualifying discharge and 70%+ disability rating can apply for special parking privileges valid until Oct. 1, 2035.

Apply now: https://dol.wa.gov/forms/view/420105/download?inline
Learn more: https://dol.wa.gov/.../get-or.../disabled-veteran-parking

Skilled tradespeople needed! Join us at Walla Walla Veterans Home as an On-Call Maintenance Mechanic! 🔧 1+ year experience required. 📍 Apply now: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washington/jobs/5084015/wdva-maintenance-mechanic-1-on-call-walla-walla-veterans-home #MaintenanceJobs #HiringNow

On Sept 25, VFW Post 7824 hosted the WDVA's Suicide Prevention Team! Thank you, Greg! Remember, suicide prevention is a daily priority. Our SPAM toolkit is available anytime: . Thanks to all who attended!

Join our free TBI peer groups for Veterans, Active Duty, and First Responders in Bremerton & Elk! Next meeting: Oct 14, 5:30-7 PM at Elks Lodge & VFW Post. Free to attend! Details: https://www.dva.wa.gov/tbi/forward2gether-peer-group?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery.

WA State Armed Forces License Plates
Have you or are your serving in the U.S. military, or are you a family member of someone who is?

Apply for a license plate recognizing your/your loved one's service branch!
[email protected] or: www.dva.wa.gov/license-plates/armed-forces-license-plates

Get your 988 Lifeline emblem for just $18 to support suicide prevention this September! Add it to any license plate in WA. #SuicidePrevention #988Lifeline

Via www.applevalleynewsnow.com/news/washing...

Big news for WA veterans! 🗞️ HB 2014 expands access to state services: ✅ Includes vets with VA benefits ✅ Includes those discharged for sexual orientation, gender identity/expression—even without federal benefits.

Details: https://www.dva.wa.gov/definition-veteran

Flag Lowering - Aug 27, 2025: In honor of the Minneapolis victims who tragically lost their lives on Aug. 27, flags at state facilities will remain at half-staff until Aug 31. For inquiries, email: [email protected]. #HalfStaff

Thank you for stopping by our Walla Walla Veterans Home!

June 12, 2025, is now Women Veterans Day in Washington.

It struck me that the women veterans I met while signing the proclamation earlier this week are still finding ways to serve. I deeply appreciate the impact they’re making for folks across Washington.

A New Chapter for Kenneth in our Transitional Housing Program! 🎉🏡

He graduates today and moves into his own apartment! Congrats, hero! #VeteransStrong #NewBeginnings #WDVA #TransitionalHousingSuccess

Learn more: www.dva.wa.gov/veterans-ser...

We need the help of all Washingtonians, and I urge everybody to raise awareness of the support services that are available for suicide prevention.

Together, we must encourage those in need to reach out for help, hope, and community.

Washington State is committed to fighting suicide among service members, veterans, and families. Watch @governorferguson.bsky.social's overview video and learn how to help!

🔗 Read more: dva.wa.gov/news/2025/ne... #GovsChallengeWA #SuicidePrevention #SMVFSupport #GovernorsChallenge #EndSuicide

I always enjoy visiting Spokane. Great meetings with @mayorspokane.bsky.social Lisa Brown, outgoing @gonzagauniversity.bsky.social President Thayne McCulloh, and the residents and staff at @wdva.bsky.social Spokane Veterans Home.