County Veterans Affairs Office Honored by Marine Corps League Detachment

Written by Vets National Advocates on October 14, 2014. Posted in Uncategorized

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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