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A town hall meeting for women veterans will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood, the Allegheny County Division of Veteran Services announced.
The event will include information about services available such as health care, employment, education and family-related programs. Employers have also been invited to discuss potential employment opportunities in the region.
Keynote speakers include Dr. Patricia Hayes, chief consultant, patient care, for the Veterans Administration, who will speak about issues surrounding women veterans' health. Lt. Col. Michele R. Papakie, Inspector General, 171st Air Refueling Wing, also will address attendees.
Allegheny County has more than 7,200 female veterans who will be the focus of the town hall event.
Free parking will be available at the University Drive Division of the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System. Transportation from the VA parking lot to Soldiers and Sailors Hall will be provided for all attendees.
Childcare will be offered for children 5 to 10 years old, and lunch will be provided for attendees at no cost.
Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done by calling (412) 621-4357. Registration will be accepted the morning of the event, beginning at 8:30 a.m.
For more information, please visit the county's website or call (412) 621-4357.