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Walton F. Hoffmann Memorial Post 179

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Veterans Affairs

The American Legion Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation pillar is composed of programs, services and advocacy efforts that improve the lives of those who served, along with their families and dependents. Our Post connects Veterans and their families with needed services, provides honor guard and ALR support for Veteran burial services, and supports a variety of Veteran services organizations. Additionally, we work to ensure our Veteran community receives the latest Veteran-related news and alerts.

Connect Veterans with Needed Services

Contact American Legion Post 179 Service Officer Mr. Dale Bennett for local Veeteran assistance. Accredited American Legion Service Officers are specially trained to provide expert assistance, free of charge, to veterans and their families. While the majority of a service officer’s work involves application for VA disability benefits, these compassionate professionals also provide information, referrals, and resources on education, employment, and business, death benefits, and other important topics. Find a Certified Veteran Service Officer in you area.

    Sign up for the VA's VetResources weekly newsletter.

View a list of Veteran resources compiled by American Legion Post 179.

Support Final Respects for Veterans

Our Post does not currently have an Honor / Color Guard. We refer requests to the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7110 at 830.625.9961 or VFWPOST7110@gmail.com to request the support of an Honor Guard for Veteran burial services. 

Support Veterans Organizations

American Legion Post 179 family supports a variety of Veterans Organizations through donations and collaborations, including:

Veteran News and Alerts 

The VA Pact Act

 

Mesothelioma and Veterans

The Lanier Law Firm takes seriously its commitment to give back to the communities it serves. Whether it’s promoting morality in the legal profession, supporting education, assisting with pet adoptions, or helping fund life-saving medical research, the Lanier Law Firm believes in good corporate citizenship. Its nearest Texas branch office is located in Houston.

The U.S. Armed Forces have historically relied on products and equipment made with asbestos during most of the 20th century, unbeknownst to the harmful effects of the mineral. This exposure affected both military personnel and citizens. Approximately 30% of all mesothelioma cases consist of military veterans.

View the Lanier Law Firm's information page on mesothelioma and veterans.

 

DV License Plate Bearers 

Effective September 1st, 2021, Texas DV license plate bearers will have to hang the ADA placard in their vehicle to be able to park in ADA parking spaces. Effective December 1st, 2021, the DMV will require every recipient to get the ADA placard application signed by their doctors; DMV will not longer issue it automatically.  Find out more at the Disabled American Veterans, Department of Texas.