Maineiac Connector

06/18/2026

weekly chaplain support at the Wing: Through the end of the fiscal year (Sept 30, 2026) we will have a chaplain on base at least two days a week. The plan is for every wednesday and Tuesday and/or Thursday.

06/16/2026

An update from the MEARNG Family Assistance Center:
The temporary FAC Hotline # is 207-430-6230. It will operate in the same manner as the original line distributing a voicemail/email to all SFRS to action. The SFRS contact info below is still a solid option as well.

06/16/2026

Homeless Veterans
Stand Down
Ellsworth
June 24, 2026, 9am - 2pm
Location: UMA Ellsworth Center, 248 State St. Suite 1, Ellsworth, ME
The Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services in partnership with the VA and community organizations will host eight Homeless Veterans Mobile Stand Downs in 2026. These events are designed to connect homeless and at-risk veterans with critical resources, including:
• Housing assistance
• Benefits support
• Healthcare services
• Employment & training opportunities
• Personal care items
• And more
If you are a veteran who is, or at-risk of becoming homeless, please contact us at 207-287-7019 or [email protected]

Time: June 24, 2026, 9am - 2pm Location: UMA Ellsworth Center, 248 State Street, Suite 1, Ellsworth, ME The Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services in partnership with the VA and community organizations will host a Homeless Veterans Stand Down in Ellsworth.This event is designed to connect homeless and a...

06/16/2026

• Veterans Crisis Line - 24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online, or text 838255

24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans and their loved ones. Contact the Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat online, or text 838255.

06/16/2026

• The U.S. Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) has a wide range of resources and programs, all working to enable America's veterans, service members and their spouses to reach their full potential in the workplace.

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06/16/2026

• If you, or a veteran you know is struggling with a financial emergency or homelessness please contact the Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services at 207-287-7020 or visit their newly updated website for more information regarding available resources. MBVS publishes a monthly newsletter with the latest news and happenings regarding veterans issues.

Support & Resources for Maine's Veterans BenefitsLearn about Benefits for Maine Veterans and their families. View Benefits Benefits & Resource Guide One-stop resource for all the veteran-centric programs and agencies in Maine.Download Resource Guide (PDF) Emergency & Crisis Support: Dial 988 then ...

06/16/2026

• The Journal of Military, Veteran and Family Health (JMVFH) Artist Submission Portal is open. Whether you paint, draw, sculpt, or design, this is your chance to showcase your work. Submit your artwork for a chance to be featured on the cover of an upcoming JMVFH issue.

https://outreach.senate.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=quorum_king-iq&crop=15733.12820128.7917588.8250485&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fmy.cimvhr.ca%2fartist-portal&redir_log=463399295386242

06/16/2026

• Veteran Artist Resources - Explore artist residencies, fellowships, funding opportunities, programs, classes, workshops, museums, galleries, and other resources for veteran artists in Maine and beyond.

Veteran Artist Resources, Artist Residencies, Fellowships, Maine Veterans, National resources, Programs, Classes, Workshops

06/11/2026

https://news.va.gov/147185/free-warrior-rising-course-disabled-veterans/?utm_campaign=VetResources&utm_id=10JUN2026&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

SDVET LaunchPoint, a free virtual course from Warrior Rising, helps service-disabled Veterans turn their interests and skills into real business.

06/11/2026

https://news.va.gov/85765/veteran-discounts-available-year-round/?utm_campaign=VetResources&utm_id=10JUN2026&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

This list of Veteran discounts was created in 2021, but verified as of Dec. 12, 2025. Updates will follow as needed.