Category: NA Vets

Veterans Services News

Joseph Giles, USMC

Town of North Andover, MA
Good Afternoon,

City Councilor Marc Laplante has organized a square re-dedication honoring Lawrence veteran PFC Joseph T Giles, USMC, KIA, Republic of Vietnam, October 7, 1966.
The date is April 23rd, location is SE corner of Salem & S. Union Sts. at 4:00pm. 
This is the family's sandwich shop location. 
Respectfully,
Joe

Fwd: Upcoming EOVS and WVN events/Deborah Sampson Award Nomination (Deadline extended) to May 4th

Town of North Andover, MA

Merrimac Valley Veterans Collaborative 4-14-2026 10-12 Chelmsford TH

Town of North Andover, MA

April 14, 2026

Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Location: Chelmsford Town Offices, Room 205

50 Billerica Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824

*Parking Instructions: There is parking available behind the building. Please park there. From the parking lot, you can enter the back door of the building and there will be signs guiding you to the meeting room 205.*

Featured Speakers:

Doug Linnell, Go Mobile Assets

Go Mobile Assets™ is a veteran-led nonprofit based in the Merrimack Valley.

Founded by a service-connected veteran who experienced firsthand the challenges of transitioning out of military life, rebuilding stability, and reconnecting with family and community. Their mission is to restore dignity, access, and connection for veterans in recovery and transition.

Tiffany Lever, Lowell Vet Center

The Lowell Vet Center offers confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. They offer a range of services, from talk therapy to recreational activities.



Flyer attached

Kindness Week Veterans Lunch at Essex Tech April 13th, 11:15am

Town of North Andover, MA
April 13th, 11:15am at Maple Street Bistro at Essex Tech, 565 Maple Street, Danvers, MA 01923




Joe


Joseph LeBlanc, MSW, LCSW
OIF/OEF Army Veteran
District Director Veterans' Services
North Andover/ Boxford
Executive Board Member Massachusetts Veterans Services Association
Member National Association of County Veterans Service Officers
VA Accreditation Number: 48144

120 Main St.
North Andover, Ma 01845
978-688-9525                                                                                             
VA HEALTHCARE APPLICATION HERE: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/
Massachusetts Veteran Chapter 115 Benefits Estimator:https://vets.mass.gov/
                                                                                                      
For assistance after hours, please call my cell at: (1-978-807-7286)

If you are feeling unsafe or need immediate support, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 or https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

If you’re in emotional distress or suicidal crisis dial: 988

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VFW event May 1st, 4-7p

Town of North Andover, MA
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Joseph LeBlanc, MSW, LCSW
OIF/OEF Army Veteran
District Director Veterans' Services
North Andover/ Boxford
Executive Board Member Massachusetts Veterans Services Association
Member National Association of County Veterans Service Officers
VA Accreditation Number: 48144

120 Main St.
North Andover, Ma 01845
978-688-9525                                                                                             
VA HEALTHCARE APPLICATION HERE: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/
Massachusetts Veteran Chapter 115 Benefits Estimator:https://vets.mass.gov/
                                                                                                      
For assistance after hours, please call my cell at: (1-978-807-7286)

If you are feeling unsafe or need immediate support, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 or https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

If you’re in emotional distress or suicidal crisis dial: 988

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Patriots Park clean up this Saturday (4/11) from 9-11am

Town of North Andover, MA
Good morning,

The Friends of Patriot Park and the VFW are conducting a spring clean-up of Patriot Park this Saturday (April 11) from 9-11 am.  If you are able, please come support the beautification of the park at 345 Main Street, North Andover, the future home of the Late 20th Century Conflicts and Global War on Terror memorial site.  


Respectfully,
Joe
Joseph LeBlanc, MSW, LCSW
OIF/OEF Army Veteran
District Director Veterans' Services
North Andover/ Boxford
Executive Board Member Massachusetts Veterans Services Association
Member National Association of County Veterans Service Officers
VA Accreditation Number: 48144

120 Main St.
North Andover, Ma 01845
978-688-9525                                                                                             
VA HEALTHCARE APPLICATION HERE: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/
Massachusetts Veteran Chapter 115 Benefits Estimator:https://vets.mass.gov/
                                                                                                      
For assistance after hours, please call my cell at: (1-978-807-7286)

If you are feeling unsafe or need immediate support, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 or https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

If you’re in emotional distress or suicidal crisis dial: 988

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Fwd: Upcoming EOVS and WVN events/Deborah Sampson Award Nomination

Town of North Andover, MA
Please see the announcement from the WVN and share with woman Veterans in your life.
Joe
Joseph LeBlanc, MSW, LCSW
OIF/OEF Army Veteran
District Director Veterans' Services
North Andover/ Boxford
Executive Board Member Massachusetts Veterans Services Association
Member National Association of County Veterans Service Officers
VA Accreditation Number: 48144

120 Main St.
North Andover, Ma 01845
978-688-9525                                                                                             
VA HEALTHCARE APPLICATION HERE: https://www.va.gov/find-forms/about-form-10-10ez/
Massachusetts Veteran Chapter 115 Benefits Estimator:https://vets.mass.gov/
                                                                                                      
For assistance after hours, please call my cell at: (1-978-807-7286)

If you are feeling unsafe or need immediate support, please contact the Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 or https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/

If you’re in emotional distress or suicidal crisis dial: 988

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