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Ryan Lorrain 3:30PM

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Ryan Lorrain 3:30PM

Ryan Lorrain Director of Communications Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services. We discussed the organization’s mission to connect veterans with earned benefits and resources. They are currently conducting homeless veterans mobile stand downs, with the next event on October 29 in Portland. Veterans Forward, a key partner, administers the VFAP program, providing emergency financial assistance up to $2,000. Lorrain emphasized the importance of small donations, noting that even $10 can make a significant impact. He encouraged veterans and their families to reach out for assistance, highlighting the various resources available through the bureau’s offices and website.

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