SCMFSG Forms and Information

Find us on Facebook under www.facebook.com and Search for Somerset County Military Family Support Group.

Mailing a care package?

Order Mailing Supplies: Link to U.S. Postal Service website address at http://www.usps.com where you can go online for stamps, supplies and even free boxes that are delivered right to your doorstep. Example: priority mail flat rate boxes are 'NO CHARGE'. If you prefer to call directly then use the toll free number of 1-800-222-1811.

Please see the links below if you would like us to mail your loved one a care package or help with a donation of supplies for the packages.

Items you can send to deployed soldiers

Military Personnel Information Form (download or print file then complete fields that apply and submit via mailing address or e-mail found on "Contact Us..." page). Guidelines regarding who will receive packages.

Do you have a loved one currently serving in a branch of the US Armed Forces?

Blue Star Service Flag: Following the events of September 11, 2001, the Department of Defense gave authorization to display the Blue Star Flag by families with members serving in any branch of the Armed Forces during conflict. For the first time since WWII, this symbol is being displayed by families of military personnel. The blue star is symbolic of hope and pride. When you see a Blue Star Flag in a window, pause for a moment and remember the men and women that are protecting America at this time. The American Legion has more information available here Blue Star Banner | The American Legion

Local Military Resources

Somerset County Veterans Affairs

Somerset County Area Agency on Aging

Veteran Community Initiatives, INC. VCI's purpose is to enhance the lives and well-being of community residents-focusing on veterans the veteran families. VCI emphasizes assisting with social and economic needs of those who are disabled, disadvantaged, physically and mentally challenged, unemployed and underemployed, substance abusers, and current and previously incarcerated. VCI administers this support by assisting, caring, and advocating for our nation's most precious resource-our veterans and military.

http://www.capfsc.org/ Tableland Services, Inc., the Community Action Agency serving Somerset County, is committed to providing opportunities for individuals to meet basic needs, achieve their goals and discover their potential. By utilizing diverse resources and developing community partnerships, our experienced, dedicated and compassionate team provides high quality, seamless services and advocates for the adults, children, families and communities we serve.

Vets to Vets Volunteer Program No one understands the questions and concerns of a U.S. military veteran more than a fellow veteran or active duty personnel. That’s why we have developed the Vets-to-Vets program, in which volunteers with similar backgrounds can meet with and assist in the care of U.S. military veteran patients.

www.vlpwpa.org Veterans Leadership Program is an independent nonprofit agency that provides comprehensive human services solutions primarily focused on Veterans and their families. These solutions involve provision of temporary and permanent housing, employment, supportive services, qualified referrals, and intensive case management services. After a Veteran contacts VLP for services, our team finds the best program that suits the Veteran’s needs.

Laurel Highlands Historical Village Supporting the needs of area Veterans through food drives, food distribution, memorials, and recognition events in the Laurel Highlands region.

Wings for our Heroes is a not for profit corporation that offers upland adventures, adaptive hunts and fly fishing adventures as a means of giving back to those who have given so much. We're dedicated to provide outdoor adventures and adaptive equipment to Military, Police, Firefighters and EMS workers that have been disabled in the line of duty.

Veteran Angels Veteran Angels are Veterans seeking to help Veterans heal from the traumatic experiences of combat by connecting with family and peer support, through faith in oneself, and faith in God or the Higher Power. We do this through retreats, seminars, and peer-to-peer mentoring.

Victory Therapeutic Horsemanship is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that was founded to provide veterans and their families in central Pennsylvania as well as surrounding counties a much needed equine therapy program.

State and National Military Resources

U.S Department of Veterans Affairs

Pennsylvania Resources for Veterans and Service Members

The American Legion

Veterans of Foreign Wars

www.veteranscrisisline.net Connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1

Quilts of Valor Our Mission: to cover Service Members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.

Patriot Guard Riders Founded in 2005 to shield families of fallen heroes from those that would disrupt the services of their loved ones, the Patriot Guard Riders has grown to include thousands of members across all 50 states in the US. We are a 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) organization. As our membership has grown, so has the scope of our mission. We also honor first responders as well as our military veterans. Additionally we have an active Help On The Homefront (HOTH) program, which provides assistance to our veterans and their families.

American Red Cross services for veterans date back to World War I and remains consistent with the spirit of our congressional charter. Today, the Red Cross is proud to maintain our commitment to the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.