www.togetherwithveteranstaos.org

Suicide prevention day at the capitol
2024-02-14 08:00 - 14:00 UTC | Sante Fe Roundhouse, 411 S Capitol St, Sante Fe, NM, 87501, United States
Please register here

Valentines for Vets at the American Legion
2024-02-14 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | American Legion, 1325 Trinity, Los Alamos, NM, 87544
Veterans can come and get help navigating federal offices from House Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez, and receive handmade valentines from New Mexico students

Volunteer day at Not Forgotten Outreach
2024-03-29 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | NM

VetCorps at NFO is now hiring
2024-04-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 paseo del pueblo norte, taos, NM, 87513, United States
A six-month program offering basic farm training with an emphasis on wellness for veterans and military family members.

Overview
Position Type: Seasonal, Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 22.5 hours per week, generally Monday-Friday 8:30am-1:00pm
Pay Rate: $15-$18.50 per hour
Reports to: NFO Program Director
Location: Not Forgotten Outreach – 610 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
VetCorps offers veterans and their families a service opportunity to engage in a 2nd Mission: feeding the community. VetCorps members participate in agricultural projects at Not Forgotten Outreach and engage in therapeutic activities to strengthen the ability of veterans to transition successfully into civilian life. This position will be demanding both physically and mentally as you learn and engage in agricultural projects. Agricultural projects will include hydroponics, traditional row crops, and animal husbandry. All VetCorps members will receive both personal and professional development training in topics such as hydroponics, USDA food safety, beekeeping, seed saving, row crops, permaculture, acequias, land revitalization, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, and “whole health” lifestyle skills.
NFO VetCorps Crew Member is an apprenticeship position and requires a commitment to the full term.
Responsibilities Include:

Communicate effectively with VetCorps Crew Leaders and other Supervisors

Effectively serve with all team members to complete projects

Engage and learn from all educational training sessions

Ensure a safe environment both physically and mentally

Comply with standards set forth in the VetCorps Code of Conduct

Maintain a positive and respectful attitude

Support Not Forgotten Outreach community events that may occur during weekends and evenings

Serve with community volunteers and other organizations

Establish and develop relationships with community members including youth

Rotating weekend duties to ensure that plants and animals are taken care of

Qualifications

Armed Forces Veteran; or immediate family member related by blood, marriage, or adoption of an Armed Forces Veteran

Commitment to the entire season

Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly

Work outdoors in all weather conditions

High School Diploma, GED, or enrolled in a GED program

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

For more information on the position contact programs@notforgottenoutreach.org, or call 575-758-0433

What do we do?
NFO’s flagship program, VetCorps, serves Military Veterans and their family members in Taos County. VetCorps members, during their six-month service term, participate in agriculture training, such as USDA and NMDA programming, and Military to civilian transitional training. The training aims to develop the members’ agricultural skills and knowledge, while simultaneously improving their whole health, empowering them to improve or start their own farm operations. Each member undergoes 360 hours of hands-on experiential agriculture and 90 hours of agricultural and military to civilian training during the six-month program term. During their training, members will participate in various agriculture projects, peer-to-peer connections, and community events. These events provide members with a low stress training opportunity to interact with the community.
What exactly does VetCorps train?
The VetCorps training curriculum is diverse, focusing on two main components—agriculture and whole health. For agriculture, members take a Farming and Ranching Class Series, with six classes focused on soil, water, planting, hoop houses, hydroponics, farm safety, animal husbandry, animal awareness, and farming techniques/tips. Members also attend a beekeeping course series, along with daily experiential agriculture training on La Finca Militar.
Why should I serve?
Outside of all the reasons listed above, VetCorps gives Military Veterans and Military Family members a sense of community and family. Previous members have often used the word “family” to describe their fellow crew members. VetCorps is designed to have members working together often, striving towards a common goal—that central “2nd mission” of providing fresh, healthy food for the Taos community.

The Peace Show at Metta Theatre
2024-04-05 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Metta Theatre, 1470 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM, 87529, United States
Please join us to hear poems by nurses who served in Vietnam, and writings by Taos Vietnam draft resisters and combat veterans.

April 15: Steering Committee meeting
2024-04-15 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | NM

April meeting at the Cerro VFW
2024-04-18 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM 87519, Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM, 87519, United States
Calling for veterans, families, and allies to join us in making a difference to reduce suicide. Please come share feedback and ideas on strategies to prevent rural veteran suicide in our communities.

Cerro VFW | 2024 Meeting Dates

Meeting is every third Thursday
5pm in the summer months 4pm during winter The January meeting was cancelled.
Nest meeting April 15th at 4pm
Cerro VFW Post 9516 Cerro, NM 87519

Questions?
Ask VFW Post 9516 Commenaer Korey Mead:
804 586b5239 or 575 586 2352 Korey.mead@gmail.com
Or Quartermaster/Adjutant at: Cerrovfw9516
Or check our Cerro VFW Post 9516 Facebook page, and follow us for more information. We’re always seeking new members and volunteers for both the VFW Post 9516, VFW Post 7688, and Auxiliary 76881!
Come to a meeting or contact us for an application.

Earth Day at Not Forgotten Outreach
2024-04-22 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 paseo del pueblo norte, taos, NM, 87513, United States
Not Forgotten Outreach

We are a non-profit organization committed to creating community programs that benefit military veterans and their families in Taos, New Mexico

2024 NAMVETS National Convention
2024-06-07 - 2024-06-09 | Washington, D.C.
Let’s get together to find more ways to support our veterans and lower rates of veteran suicide in Taos County. All behavioral health providers and community members are welcome!

2024 Women Veterans Conference in Albuquerque
2024-06-08 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown, 2600 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, Albuquerque, NM, 87110
Established in 2007, the Women’s Veterans of New Mexico is a nonprofit 501c3 organization which serves as an educational and supportive resource for women living in New Mexico, or neighboring states, who are U.S. armed services veterans separated under honorable or general terms. This includes woman warriors who are currently serving in the Active component, the New Mexico National Guard, or in the Reserves.
We are a diverse group of New Mexico women warriors from a every branch of the US Armed Forces. We exist to support and empower our fellow women veterans through a number of programs.
We are a collaborative forum for such women to learn about and discuss common challenges related to veteran benefits under federal and state law, and challenges related to returning to civilian life after serving in the military.

Agricultural celebration at NFO
2024-06-08 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 paseo del pueblo norte, taos, NM, 87513, United States
Community Celebration of Local Agriculture—Come Veterans, Farmers, Friends and Family for food and music at the NFO Farm!

Horse therapy for veterans
2024-07-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Equine Spirit Sanctuary, 13 Los Caballos Road, Ranchos de Taos, NM, 87567

Veterans Peer Support Group meets Wednesdays
2024-07-31 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | NM
We meet every first and third Wednesdays of the month, at 2 PM
Our group is facilitated by a Vietnam Veteran in Recovery; we’ll have open discussion and focus on physical and mental health, and how we can support each other.
We’ll see you soon.
Not Forgotten Outreach610 Paseo del Pueblo NorteTaos, NM
Co-sponsored byTogether With Veterans Taos

2024 Disabled American Veterans Convention
2024-08-07 - 2024-08-09 | Phoenix convention center, 122 N Second Street, Phoenix, 85004, United States
There are nearly 20 million veterans in the U.S. Last year, DAV helped more than 1 million of our heroes address their challenges in positive, life-changing ways.
Every veteran is affected by service. They may face health problems, employment issues and struggles around accessing their benefits—immediately after service but also in the years to come. These are some of the most common issues they encounter and how DAV can help.

Ongoing Volunteer Work Days at Veterans Off-Grid
2024-08-13 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | veterans off-grid, 50 USFR 600, Carson, 87517, United States
Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9–5pm

Veterans Peer Support Group meets Wednesdays
2024-08-14 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 paseo del pueblo norte, taos, NM, 87513, United States
Our group is facilitated by a Vietnam Veteran in Recovery; we’ll have open discussion and focus on physical and mental health, and how we can support each other.

We’ll see you soon.
Not Forgotten Outreach610 Paseo del Pueblo NorteTaos, NM

Co-sponsored byTogether With Veterans Taos

VFW Post 9615 monthly meeting
2024-08-15 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM 87519, Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM, 87519, United States
Let’s get together on strategies to prevent rural veteran suicide in our communities.
For more info, contact: cerrovfw9517@gmail.com
Cerro VFW Facebook Page Link

Free weeklong retreats for vets with PTSD
2024-08-18 - 2024-08-25 | National Veterans Wellness and Healing Center, 58 Ash Mountain Loop, Angel Fire, NM 87710, Angel Fire, NM, 87710
Are you a veteran ready to begin living your best life?
Experience a complimentary week full of mindful education, body rejuvenation and uplifting camaraderie with fellow veterans and their partners in the mountains of northern New Mexico. Learn valuable and holistic tools while leaning into Post Traumatic Growth.

Flag Retirement Ceremony at Cerro Cemetery
2024-09-11 | El Cerro Cemetery, NM-378, Questa, NM, 87556, United States
For more info, contact: cerrovfw9517@gmail.com
Cerro VFW Facebook Page Link

New Mexico VFW Fall Conference & Commander's Homecoming
2024-09-14 10:00 - 2024-09-15 17:00 (America/Denver) | Las Cruces Post 6917, 5845 Bataan Mem W, Las Cruces, NM, 88012
The Commander’s Homecoming is a way to show appreciation for the leadership and commitment of the commander and to build camaraderie among the members of the post.

For more info, contact: cerrovfw9517@gmail.com
Cerro VFW Facebook Page Link

Taos Standdown for Homeless Veterans
2024-09-18 10:00 (America/Denver) | Not Forgotten Outreach, 610 paseo del pueblo norte, taos, NM, 87513, United States
Join Together With Veterans Taos, Not Forgotten Outreach, Veterans Off-Grid,Senator Martin Heinrich’s staff, UNM Taos, local agencies,businesses, and the VA for a

Taos Stand Downfor Veterans Experiencing Homelessness & all other Veterans

Wednesday, September 18
OPENING & INTRODUCTIONS
10am
MUSIC
The Arcane Ramblers
FOOD
Breakfast burritos from Mante’s Chow Cart
FREE COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Healthcare support services:
Information about Medicaid, Medicare, BeWell NM,
Social Security, VA benefits
Nurse clinicians doing vitals checkups
Education & resources for screening and early detection of cancer

Behavioral health services:
Behavioral health clinicians, information about EMDR
Non-traditional mental health and SUD treatment information, NARCAN
Suicide prevention & firearm safety matierials

More community resources:
UNM education & career pathways in healthcare
Services for unsheltered veterans, transitional housing, and SSVF/HUD
Assistance with federal benefits

Peer-to-peer resources
Free vaccinations for dogs and cats
Chair massage !
Microgreens from Veterans Off-Grid !
For more information:
twvtaos@gmail.com

VFW Post 9615 monthly meeting, September
2024-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM 87519, Cerro VFW Post 9516, Cerro, NM, 87519, United States
Let’s get together on strategies to prevent rural veteran suicide in our communities.

September 19, 5pm, Cerro- Regular VFW Post 9615 monthly meeting
For more info, contact: cerrovfw9517@gmail.com
Cerro VFW Facebook Page Link

Free lunch for veterans at Holy Cross Hospital
2024-11-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Holy Cross Medical Center, 1397 Weimer Rd,, Taos, 87571

Free breakfast in Questa for veterans
2024-11-09 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | Freedom Center Church in Questa, 2558 NM-522, Questa, NM, 87556, United States

Veterans Day celebration, exhibit, and breakfast
2024-11-11 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Taos Middle School, 235 Paseo Del Cañon, Taos, 87571

Veterans Day dedication at Taos County Veterans Cemetery
2024-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Taos County Veterans Cemetery, 65 Paseo de la Barranca, Ranchos de Taos, 87557

Taos Pueblo Veterans Day Celebration
2024-11-11 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | NM

Fernandez de Taos VFW Post #3295 monthly meeting
2024-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | NM
Saturday, December 10 at the Eagles Club

Questa VFW monthly meeting
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Questa VFW, Highway 3, Questa, NM, 87556
Questa VFW Post 7688
Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month at 6pm

Advocacy Action Day, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
2025-02-12 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | New Mexico State Capitol, 490 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NM, 87501, United States
AFSP’s annual Advocacy Action Days bring advocates together in the state capital to advocate for policy changes that will help prevent suicide. In partnership with the New Mexico State Suicide Prevention Coalition, AFSP will be bringing together community partners, legislators, and advocates to bring this issue to the forefront.
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Agency Information Tables in Rotunda9:00 AM Advocate Check-In9:30 AM – 1:00 PM Advocates Meet Legislators (depending on availability)10:30 AM Press Conference11:00 AM Lunch for all Registered Advocates (Pizza)
These personal connections made during Advocacy Action Days help to educate lawmakers about suicide, inspire them to act, and move state issues and bills forward each year.

Advocacy Action Day web page
