Silver Bay, Minn. – As the Veterans Home in Silver Bay celebrates the annual Minnesota Veterans Homes Week May 14 - 20, the staff also acknowledge the benefits of a caring, generous community.

“We’re so grateful to neighbors and Veteran champions for their partnership,” says Administrator Dani Donner. “We appreciate the many ways our supporters enhance the experience of our Veterans.”

Over the past year, the Silver Bay Veterans Home received generous support from the local area including both in-kind and monetary donations. These ongoing efforts have helped dedicated employees deliver exceptional care and a heightened quality of life to our Residents.

Working at the Veterans Home is truly an honor, says Donner. “Our staff take such pride in their work as they serve those who have served and sacrificed. The annual Veterans Home Week celebration is an opportunity to recognize them for the joy they bring and the sense of extended family they create for our Veterans.”

Both Residents and staff appreciate the community’s support. Community members interested in supporting the Silver Bay Veterans Home may contact Public Affairs Coordinator Randall Walz at randall.walz@state.mn.us or visit the MDVA website at MinnesotaVeteran.org/Donate. Online donations are gratefully accepted.

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About MDVA
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is a cabinet-level state agency dedicated to serving Minnesota Veterans and their families. In addition to overseeing the five State Veterans Homes, MDVA helps eligible Veterans and families secure state and federal benefits and provides programs and services relating to higher education, benefits, burial, claims, outreach and Veterans employment. Veterans and their families are encouraged to visit www.MinnesotaVeteran.org or call 1-(888)-LinkVet for more information about benefits.