Upcoming Veterans Day/Month Events at our Homes
Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center (Scranton)
11/8 at 7 p.m – A drone show incorporating residents and staff military pictures; food trucks
11/11 – A speaker will be present; veterans will receive a certificate and pin, cake and punch
Delaware Valley Veterans' Home (Philadelphia)
11/8 – Veterans Day presentation by Jersey Cares
11/9 – Ice cream bingo
11/10 – Parade outing
11/11 – Swenson JROTC present colors, veteran lunch, afternoon concert
11/14 – Pennsbury JROTC presentation
Hollidaysburg Veterans' Home (Duncansville)
11/11 – Attending Altoona Veterans Day Parade in the morning: “Salute to the Services" ceremony in the afternoon
Southeastern Veterans' Center (Spring City)
11/9 at 10 a.m. – Guest speaker
Southwestern Veterans' Center (Pittsburgh)
11/11 – Morning trip into Pittsburgh; pinning ceremony in the afternoon with Gentiva Hospice
Pennsylvania Soldiers' and Sailors' Home (Erie)
11/9 – Participating in the Erie VA Veterans Day parade
11/11 – Veterans Day ceremony in the chapel at 10 a.m., bingo and snacks in the afternoon
On Nov. 11, wherever you are, take a moment to thank a veteran for their service!
Veterans Day Employment, a Way to Honor our Heroes
Empower your career and join a dynamic, diverse group of professionals. The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) operates six extended care facilities and is a leader in providing a continuum of care that supports our brave military veterans and their spouses. You can be part of that honored, respected and compassionate team.
The DMVA is hiring nurses, offering competitive pay, benefits and opportunities to grow. As a commonwealth employee, you will embark on a rewarding career and make a difference in the lives of veterans!
The veterans homes offer a wide range of job opportunities from food service workers, custodial and maintenance staff, administrative and clerical staff and a variety of nursing and healthcare professionals, all utilizing their skill and knowledge to provide for the overall care and well-being of our residents.
We're hosting walk-in interviews every Wednesday at all six homes throughout the commonwealth. Dubbed “Walk-In Wednesdays," the hiring events provide the public a convenient way to explore employment opportunities and possibly receive a job offer on the spot.
https://www.dmva.pa.gov/paveteranshomes/Employment/Pages/Employment.aspx
Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center – Fall Festival
On Oct. 10, 2024, Gino J. Merli Veterans' Center held a Fall Festival for residents to enjoy a fun-filled day!
The day featured pumpkin painting, light refreshments, and even live entertainment.
Thank you to all the hard-working staff who made this day possible.