Valentines for veterans

Once again, the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA) is asking for caring individuals to send Valentine’s Day cards to veterans living at the Wisconsin Veterans Homes in Chippewa Falls, King and Union Grove.

“Last year, the residents at our three Wisconsin Veterans Homes were thrilled to receive such an outpouring of Valentine’s Day wishes and thoughtful messages,”  Secretary-designee James Bond said in a press release. “This year, I encourage everyone to consider sending a card to the former service members and spouses living at Chippewa Falls, King and Union Grove. It’s a fun way to bring joy to their day and let them know we appreciate their service to our country.”

WDVA received 24,000 valentines last year and spread a lot of love to veterans, loved ones, and Gold Star families that reside in our homes, the release states.

Please be sure to mail your Valentine’s Day cards no later than Jan. 31 so they may arrive in time to be distributed to all of the veterans homes on Feb. 14. We ask that you do not include candy, food or snacks with these due to allergies or dietary restrictions.

Please send your Valentines for veterans to:

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

Attn: Veteran Valentines

PO Box 7843

Madison, WI 53707-7843.