​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.