Legion reaching out to Colorado Springs veterans

Legion reaching out to Colorado Springs veterans

American Legion national staff and Department of Colorado Legionnaires will team up next week for a district revitalization and veterans outreach effort at two sites in the Colorado Springs, Colo., area.

Veterans in the area are invited to get information about American Legion programs and Department of Veterans Affairs and other veterans benefits.

The outreach effort will take place over three days at the following locations:

• Nov. 3 and 5 – noon- 5 p.m., Centennial Post 209, 3613 Jeannine Dr., Colorado Springs.

• Nov. 4 – 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Edward D. Ballard, Security Post 38, 6685 Southmoor Dr., Fountain

A veterans service officer will be available at both locations to assist with VA claims and other benefits questions.