Mars Hill
Pension program
Pediatric, Adolescent,
for war veterans
Women’s Health, and Adult Care
A special information meeting veteran’s current income and net the veterans must not have dis-
...would
will be held discussing a rarely worth, after subtracting the above honorable discharges, they must
used pension benefit available to mentioned healthcare cost. “That have served 90 days with at least
like to
war veterans and their widows, reduces their income to qualify for one of those days being during
beginning at 6:30 pm on March the benefit,” said Carlson. war, although stateside service is
17 at Mars Hill Retirement Com- He added that the benefit has accepted, and the veteran must be
welcome
munity. been around since 1952, but the 100 percent disabled or 65 years
Veteran financial consultant Bob veterans and widows who know of age. The range of the benefit is Dr.
Carlson will host the meeting. “It’s about it are few and far between. up to $23,396 per year, which is
a little known pension for veterans The benefit is briefly referenced in also tax free.
Jennifer
and their widows,” said Carlson. a Veterans Pension Benefit book For more information about
“They can apply it to health care available at most VA hospitals. this community meeting and to
cost, such as assisted living facili- “Most veterans think of a pen- reserve you seat, call Teresa at
Hall
ties, long-term care, home health sion as a retirement pension, but 828-689-7970.
Jennifer Hall, MD
care and things like that.” Carlson this can be used anytime if you
said the pension is based on the qualify.” said Carlson. To qualify, This special to the Tribune.
Governor’s Page Program
call for an appointment
828-645-8525
The North Carolina Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service is currently recruiting North Carolina
201 Flat Creek Village Drive • Weaverville, NC 28787
high school students to serve in the Governor’s Page Program. Since 1973, the program has provided North Carolina
students with the opportunity to spend a week in Raleigh and learn about state government.
I-26 exit 17 next to N. Windy Ridge Elementary School
Last year, more than 370 students from over 60 counties participated in the program. Each week, up to 13 pages are
assigned to a government agency to assist employees in day-to-day operations, such as filing documents, assisting with
mass mailings, answering telephones and delivering mail. Pages have the opportunity to attend press conferences, meet
with Gov. Bev Perdue, participate in community service activities and tour historic landmarks.
The program is open to high school students between the ages of 15 and 18 who are in good academic standing at their
schools. An application, two recommendations and an official school transcript must be submitted for consideration. For
an application, go to www.volunteernc.org/code/govpage.htm. For more information, go to govpage@nc.gov. Veterans...,
Widows of Veterans & Seniors
Music jam in Barnardsville
Girl Scout
Mars Hill Retirement Community
A music jam will be held at 7 pm on Friday (Feb. 27) at the Big Ivy
Community Center. Food and drinks will be available.
cookie sales
Invites ALL RESIDENTS of
Weaverville Girl Scout Troop 26
Madison & Surrounding Counties
will be selling cookies during the next
to a Special Community Service Presentation
several weeks at area businesses. The
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cookies on sale this year are Carmel
Tuesday, March 17th at 6:30 p.m.
deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, Short-
bread, Thin Mints, Peanut Butter
in our Activities Room (Please RSVP)
Sandwich, Thanks-a-lot, Lemonades
Tire & Tinting
and Reduced Fat Daisy Go Rounds.
Are you or your spouse a Veteran...
The cookies sell for $3.50 per box.
Cookie booths will be located at the
• With 90 days of consecutive, active military service, 1
following locations and times: Feb.
day served during wartime?
27: 5 pm - 7 pm, Ingles (Woodland
• With a discharge of any kind other than dishonorable?
Name Brand New and Used Tires for low, low prices
Hills); 6 pm - 8 pm, Flick Video;
Feb. 28: 10 am - 2 pm, Advance Auto
• At least age 65?
Parts and Ace Hardware; March 6 : 5
Custom Window Tinting
pm - 7 pm, Ingles (Woodland Hills);
If you can answer YES to these questions, then
Friday Brownie Group March 7: 10
you should see if you qualify for your benefit!
5 free tire rotations with purchase
am - 2 pm, Advance Auto Parts.
Government Benefits Analysts, Inc. has alerted many Seniors, Veterans & their
A $100 value!
Widows to apply for benefits that can INCREASE YOUR INCOME, Tax Free.
Democrat Additionally, there is never a charge for this service. Robert Carlson will discuss
(proof of purchase required)
precinct meeting
these topics and more at your workshop. Robert is a much sought after speaker
and has helped many people know about benefits they can receive through
the Department of Veterans Affairs, Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
M-F 8-5:30 / Sat. 8-1
The Democratic Party Precinct
No. 67 will hold a meeting at
7 Creek View Dr. 828-989-9582
(828) 689-7970 (RSVP)
10 am on Saturday (Feb. 28) at
(next to Erwin HS)
828-254-0680
Weaverville Town Hall.
170 South Main St., Mars Hill
www.weavervilletribune.com
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