VFWMI

https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/latest-releases/archives/2026/6/the-ever-evolving-vfw-buddy-poppy

The Ever-Evolving VFW Buddy Poppy As the largest and oldest war veterans service organization, we have a long history of supporting service members, veterans, and their families. Learn more about us.

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that some people develop after experiencing or witnessing a life-threatening event like combat, a natural disaster, a car accident or sexual assault. It's estimated that 7 out of every 100 veterans will have PTSD in their lifetime. It's important that they know they are not alone.

If you are a veteran in need of assistance, visit Michigan.gov/MVAA or call 1-800-MICH-VET (1-800-642-4838). If you are in crisis, dial 988 then press 1.

To learn more about PTSD treatments: go.mi.gov/PTSD

VFW Remembers Past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess The VFW remembers past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess, a decorated Vietnam veteran and lifelong champion of veteran advocacy in Tennessee and nationwide.

The Department of Michigan is saddened to inform our members of the passing of a true friend and veteran's advocate, Past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess of Tennessee.

VFW Remembers Past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess The VFW remembers past Commander-in-Chief John Furgess, a decorated Vietnam veteran and lifelong champion of veteran advocacy in Tennessee and nationwide.

https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/latest-releases/archives/2026/6/vfw-highlights-importance-of-mental-health-this-national-ptsd-awareness-month

VFW Highlights Importance of Mental Health This National PTSD Awareness Month The VFW marks PTSD Awareness Month by reminding veterans they are never alone, promoting vital lifelines, and fighting for expanded mental health care.