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Minnesota State Veterans Homes - Dedication Ceremonies Scheduled for Bemidji, Montevideo and Preston

5/16/2024 8:30:30 PM

After more than a decade of advocacy and planning, and two years of construction, the three new Minnesota State Veterans Homes in Bemidji, Montevideo and Preston are preparing to host their official Dedication Ceremonies.

You’re invited to join the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), elected officials, Veteran Service Organizations, staff, long-time allies, donors, volunteers, business leaders and community members at these milestone events. Mark your calendar!

Montevideo Veterans Home

2190 William Avenue, Montevideo
Friday, May 31, 2024

  • 10 a.m. - Social hour
  • 11 a.m. to Noon - Commemorative program

To RSVP or ask questions call 320-435-4744, or email cindy.wilkens@state.mn.us

Preston Veterans Home

1864 First Minnesota, Preston
Thursday, June 27, 2024

  • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. - Tours and entertainment
  • 3 p.m. - Commemorative program

To RSVP or ask questions call 507-808-8910 or email PrestonVeteransHome.MDVA@state.mn.us

Bemidji Veterans Home

920 Anne Street N.W., Bemidji
Monday, July 1, 2024

  • 1 to 2 p.m. - Commemorative program followed by tours of the building and grounds

To RSVP or ask questions call 218-364-8900 or email maryhelen.chadwick@state.mn.us

“These Dedication Ceremonies are the culmination of the commitment shown by MDVA, our legislature, our local communities and Minnesota Veterans and families to delivering high-quality, compassionate skilled nursing care environments for our nation’s heroes,” said Brad Lindsay, MDVA Commissioner. “So many have worked tirelessly for so many years to turn this vision into a reality; now we are ready to publicly recognize and honor those efforts.”

Prefer to participate virtually? Livestreaming options are planned to be available, with details available closer to the events.

Note: Home Residents have been admitted since early 2024. Additional employees will be needed as more Residents are admitted. To learn about career opportunities serving those who have served, visit our /mdva/about/work-for-mdva/featured-jobs.jspCurrent Jobs page. Openings are updated on a daily basis.

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