Veterans Information Veterans Information

Westerlo Hometown Heroes

Hometown Heroes Banners Applications, Re-Hang Applications and Sponsorship Applications are available beginning Jan. 1 and due by April 1, no exceptions. Banners honor those who have or are currently serving in the armed forces (banners are also available for first responders) who have resided or currently live in Westerlo. Tribute Pavers for Veterans Garden, in Veterans Memorial Park, accepting applications anytime. Pavers honor those who have or are currently serving in the armed forces. Applicants do NOT need to be a former or current resident of Westerlo. Veterans Day Sunset Service -A respectful ceremony honoring those who have or are currently serving. Veterans Memorial Park, Nov. 11, at sunset. Veteran Services for all veterans in the Hilltowns - Westerlo Town Hall, third Thursday of the month, 9:00 am - 11:30 am with representatives from Albany County Veteran Services Bureau and Stratton VA. Coffee Café - Third Thursday of the month, 9:00 am - 11:30 am, an opportunity for veterans to socialize with each other. 

Amie Burnside - 518-396-8787, Lisa 

DeGroff - 518-797-3111 ext. 1014 or 518- 396-0350, WesterloHometownHeroes@ gmail.com

Helderberg Heroes Project 

Provides encouragement by send- ing care packages, letters and cards to deployed armed forces. Always looking for volunteers and/or donations. Connect@HelderbergFCO.com

Albany County Veteran Services Bureau 

Providing assistance with medical care, disability and compensation, pen- sions, education benefits, burial assistance, VA home loans, job referrals, return the favor cards and more! Also offering NY Lifetime Liberty Passes, free vehicle entry to NYS Parks and DEC operated day use areas, several boat launch sites, historic sites, arboretums, park preserves, 28 State Park golf courses, free entry to State Park pools, dis- counted camping and cabin rentals at all State Parks and DEC campgrounds, Gold Star Families, Lifetime National Parks Pass, Intrepid Museum Free admission for active military and veterans and 20% off individuals. Scott Leslie, SFC (USA Ret), Director 518-447-5678, Scott.Leslie@AlbanyCountyNY.com

Veterans Miracle Center 

A place for retired and/or active-duty armed forces and immediate family members to receive daily life necessities, such as food, clothing, household goods, cleaning products, personal hygiene and more absolutely free, no matter your income status. 10 Interstate Ave., Albany, NY 12205, 518-486-8398, www.VMCAlbany.org Hours - Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm by appointment only.

Stratton VA Patriot Guard Riders 

A group of patriots who come together to show respect and support U.S. service members, veterans and first responders who died in the line of duty by stand- ing in a flag line and providing escorts at memorial services. They will also stand in a flag line for other events honoring veterans and military personnel. PO Box 637, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, 585-866-1747, www.pgrny.org

American Flag Disposal 

Westerlo Transfer Station has a used flag receptacle.