This family event, including barbecue and entertainment, will benefit Veterans!

Ventura – On Saturday, October 2 from noon to 3 p.m. the first ever Veterans Appreciation Fundraiser, Barbecue and Concert will be held at the Veterans Home of California—Ventura, 10900 Telephone Road, Ventura (at Wells Road). Tickets are only $10 each and can be purchased by calling 805-659-7506 or 805-659-7526.

Voted Ventura County’s most dynamic and captivating classic country band, the Sweet County Band will perform at the benefit to support Veterans at the Veterans Home. The band is comprised of some of Ventura County’s finest, seasoned musicians. The excellent quality of their music and beautiful vocal harmonies will make this an unforgettable day!

“This special event will honor the brave men and women Veterans who reside at this new Veterans Home who have served our country so bravely,” said Brenda Manke, Administrator, Veterans Home of California—Ventura. “And we are so fortunate that the wonderful Sweet Country Band has volunteered their time and talents for this great event!” All proceeds will go toward the Veterans Morale and Welfare Fund, which will be used to purchase items such as recreation equipment, arts and crafts supplies, tickets to theaters or other outings, special sports channels and more.

Currently, 29 men and women Veterans are residing at the Veterans Home. In order to be eligible for admission, a Veteran must be 62 or older, or younger if disabled, a California resident and have served honorably in the military. The California Department of Veterans Affairs’ (CalVet’s) mission is to promote and deliver the benefits provided by the grateful State of California to its deserving Veterans and their families—with a vision for California’s Veterans to live the highest quality of life with dignity and honor. It is the Department’s goal to provide the best long-term care and enhanced quality of life for all California Veterans Home Members. The Veterans Homes of California provide California’s Veterans with a living environment that protects their dignity and contributes to their feeling of self-reliance and self-worth. The Homes’ amenities are intended to provide residents excellent care in a homelike environment and foster a sense of community. For additional information, please call 805-659-7502. “On behalf of CalVet and my staff members, we encourage everyone to come out for a great time, a great barbecue and a chance to support our deserving Veterans,” added Manke.