South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs

📢Upcoming Palmetto Pathfinder Training Course! Are you a Veteran thriving in South Carolina? Are you passionate about serving others and giving back to your community? Register today an become a Pathfinder! buff.ly/FPtj2Tj #VeteranSupport #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SC

We were thrilled to join #SC7Wonders for the filming of the latest edition of Live Work Thrive SC!🌲 Stay tuned for the upcoming episode or click the link to watch the latest edition today! buff.ly/tbPYGk4 #LiveWorkThriveSC #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SCDNR #SC7 #SC

📢Attention Veterans, an opportunity for greater mobility may be available to you. Click the link to learn more the application process: buff.ly/xYrTc0V #VeteranSupport #SCVeterans #SC

Today marks an incredible milestone in our nation's history! Thank you to the brave women and men whose courage and sacrifice have helped preserve 250 years of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. #IndependenceDay #America250 #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SC

📣Meet our July 2026 Veteran of the Month: Chief Petty Officer (Ret.) Carl Miller. Click the link to read his full story and learn why CPO (Ret.) Miller is our July 2026 Veteran of the Month!: buff.ly/i0m8hEG #VOTM #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SC

NEW SCDVA News Minute: Learn more about America 250 events, travel benefits, and Veteran care updates. For the latest news regarding our States Veterans visit scdva.sc.gov For a statewide list of America 250 events click here: buff.ly/8jt8s7o #SCDVA #SC

Honoring 250 years of American freedom through service! In partnership with the Columbia VBA, VHA, and the National Cemetery Administration, more than 70 attendees gathered to celebrate the nation🇺🇸 See more Freedom 250 events happening around the state! buff.ly/8jt8s7o

One Trane employee's struggles inspired an on-site resource event for all employees. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, so you never miss stories like this! buff.ly/nwYH8li #SCVeterans #SCDVA #VeteranSupport #SC

Post-traumatic stress can affect anyone🫂 If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available 24 hours a day. Call or text 988, then Press 1 to connect directly with the Veterans Crisis Line.📲 #PTSDAwareness #Dial988 #VeteranSupport #SCVeterans #SouthCarolina

Congratulations CSM (Ret.) Lamont Christian on receiving the Order of the Palmetto!🎖 CSM (Ret.) Christian led a distinguished 33-year military career and continues to serve Veterans and first responders through his work at the Big Red Barn Retreat. #LamontChristian #SCVets

These basic training graduates brought some serious energy to the Fireflies Ft. Jackson Night. Did you? Support the Columbia Fireflies alongside current and former service members at Military and Veteran Appreciation Night on Thursday, July 2nd! 🔗buff.ly/oyAiTHb

Happy Father's Day! Today we proudly honor all the Veterans and servicemembers who are fathers — thank you for your incredible service to your families and our nation. Photo Credit (From left): A1C Nelvis Sera, PO1 Class Sophie Pinkham, PO2 Darek Leary #FathersDay #MilitaryDads

From humble beginnings to an exceptional legacy 🎖 The President awarded Maj (Ret.) James Capers Jr. the Medal of Honor during a ceremony in the White House on Thursday, recognizing his service, sacrifice, and leadership. buff.ly/byszqMg #SCVeterans #SC

Happy 251st Birthday U.S. Army! Thank you to all of our Army Veterans and current soldiers. The U.S. Army was founded on June 14, 1776, and is the oldest branch of the Armed Forces. For information on benefits you're entitled to, visit: scdva.sc.gov #army #veterans

The Women's Armed Services Integration Act was signed on this day in 1948, allowing women to serve as permanent, regular members of the military. We honor their bravery, perseverance, and sacrifices. Thank you for your service! Learn more: buff.ly/9Yf0xs1 #SCVets #SC

Veterans are building community on and off the clock in South Carolina!🏡 Hear about the value Veterans bring to the workplace and a Veteran hockey team right here in the Midlands on Episode 103 of Live Work Thrive🎥 buff.ly/r7rgRJo #LiveWorkThriveSC #SCVeterans #SC

The #NationalVeteransCreativeArtsFestival is this week in Columbia, South Carolina! 📍Three locations. 📅Two days of events. ⭐Countless opportunities to connect, learn, and be inspired. Learn more: buff.ly/ezL2TgZ #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SC

Happy 102nd Birthday to WWII Veteran Forrest Neely! A South Carolina resident and a proud member of the Greatest Generation, Mr. Neely is a living reminder of the service, sacrifice, and freedoms we enjoy every day. Learn more: buff.ly/BgyxqJ1 #SCVeterans #SC

Join us for #FortJacksonNight at Segra Park! ⚾🇺🇸 Stop by to connect with Veteran Service Organizations, learn about available benefits and resources, and enjoy an evening at the ballpark! Learn more: buff.ly/klCR1R7 #SCDVA #UnitedForVeterans #SCVeterans

📣Meet our June 2026 Veteran of the Month: MSgt. (Ret.) Roxann James! From earning special assignments to deploying overseas with the North Carolina Air National Guard, her story is one of pride, leadership, and service. 🔗buff.ly/E8AdLam #SCVeterans #SCDVA #SC