County Veterans Affairs Office Honored by Marine Corps League Detachment

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The Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League honored Lackawanna Countys Veterans Affairs Director Robert Tuffy and his staff for their efforts in securing benefits and providing a multitude of services for the 28,000 veterans in our community. In 2013-2014, the County office secured $3,836,656 in benefits to assist local veterans and their families. The office also provides information on housing, self-help programs and medical treatment and schedules in home or assisted living visits to accommodate veterans and their families.

In the photo: L-r, Anissa Akulonis, Veterans Affairs Coordinator/Veterans Service Officer; Richard Kane, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League; Commissioner Corey D. OBrien; David Eisele, Veterans Service Officer; Commissioner Jim Wansacz; Thomas Rummerfield, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League; Robert Tuffy, Director of Veterans Affairs; William Coolbaugh, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League; Joel Sofranko, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League Commandant; Vince Carden, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League; Steuart Bailey, Veterans Affairs Office Assistant; James McLain and Michael McLane, Northeastern Detachment Marine Corps League; and Commissioner Patrick M. OMalley.

(Information from Joseph A. D’Arienzo
Lackawanna County Communications Director)

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