Services
Blood Drive
Join us for our next blood drive on December 10th , from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm in the Banquet Hall.
Your donation can save lives—thank you for your support!
Chaplain – Reverend Mr. Mark F. Arbeen
For God, Country, and Family,
Rev. Mr. Mark F. Arbeen
Post 176 Chaplain
Email: Chaplain@post176.org
Phone: 703-597-8564
My brother and sister Legionnaires, I am truly humbled to serve you and your families as our Post Chaplain. To me, being a Chaplain, means to be present to you when you need me. Helping you through difficult times, celebrating your joyous occasions, and honoring your service to our Nation are at the core of my service to our Post.
If you need me for an emergency, or just want to chat, please don’t hesitate to call on me.
I offer this passage of sacred scripture (Psalm 121):
I lift up my eyes to the mountains, where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
He will not let your foot slip, he who watches over you will not slumber;
Indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
The Lord watches over you, the Lord is your shade at your right hand;
The sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.
The Lord will keep you from all harm, he will watch over your life;
The Lord will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore.
Veteran Services Officer
Kay Croll
Phone: 703-541-3139 Ext 103
Email: VSOGroup@post176.org
Post 176 has one Veteran Recognized VSO, Kay Croll.
Most of the representation that is provided to claimants on initial benefit claims is performed by VA-recognized VSOs. They can help Veterans understand and apply for any VA benefits a Veteran or family member may be entitled to, including: compensation, education, Veteran readiness and employment, home loans, life insurance, pension, health care, and burial benefits.
Post Service Officer
Jonathan “JD” Gibson
Phone: 334-470-8588
Email: ServiceOfficer@post176.org
Veterans seeking benefits and medical care don’t have to navigate the system alone. Our Post 176 Service Officer, Jonathan “JD” Gibson, is here to assist veterans and their families with the paperwork and processes required to access the services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). JD offers free advice and guidance to help veterans get the benefits and care they deserve.
See Additional Resources below for more information
Additional Resources
In addition to our Post 176 Post Service Officer, the Virginia Department of Veterans Services is also available to assist with claims. They provide guidance on veterans’ benefits, including disability for wounded warriors, dependency and indemnity compensation for children, educational benefits for spouses, VA mortgages, Servicemen’s Group Life Insurance, and information on tax exemptions for veterans with 100% disability. You can contact them by phone or visit them at the following locations:
Alexandra Field Office at Virginia Employment Commission
Walk-in Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays only
Location: 5520 Cherokee Ave, Suite 100A, Alexandria, VA 22312
Phone: (703) 813-1544 / (703) 813-1529
Fax: (703) 813-1520 / (703) 813-1338
Remote Office at Arlington Employment Center
Walk-in Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Tuesdays only
Location: 2100 Washington Blvd, 1st Floor, Arlington, VA 22204
Phone: (703) 228-1400
Remote Office at Alexandria Veterans Center
Walk-in Hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Thursdays only
Location: 8940 South Kings Highway, Suite 204, Alexandria, VA 22310
Phone: (703) 360-8633
*Please bring your DD214 to establish your eligibility.