I’ve spent the last 15 + years working to improve the lives of Arizona Veterans by working the VA systems from the inside and influencing the VA  through the US Congress and from the outside. My short term goals are to leave a more functional and diverse DAV, in the State of Arizona, for my next in line, and my long-term goals, are to retire and enjoy some travel with my wife.  | We are the Disabled American Veterans Department of Arizona.  | US Navy Viet Nam Era Combat Veteran, currently serving Arizona Veterans as the Commander of the DAV Department of Arizona and as the Administrative Officer for the Pharmacy Service at the Phoenix VA Health Care System.  | 

 1. How does the DAV serve the Veteran community in Arizona?
 2. How does that correspond to the national organization mission?
 3.  What is your role as the Commander of the DAV Department of Arizona?
 4. What are the greatest challenges facing in Arizona veterans today?
 5.  How can DAV help veterans in the State and local municipalities with these issues?  | www.DAV.org  &   www.AZ-DAV.org  | I am a federal employee and therefore I don’t have any accounts on these social media platforms. I’m told AZ-DAV does, but because I have no personal accounts I do not access them.  | Our Phoenix Chapter #1, what is the founding Chapter in Arizona opening in 1920 and has begun a 501-C3 Corporation, whose mission statement is to house, homeless veterans, and provide a sustainable and dignified living environment. We are currently seeking property that the organization can develop for a Veteran’s VIllage. We hope to house 200 Veterans and their families and provide an onsite residential transitional program, whole health, and employment services. .