Duffy-Wescott Post 85 

Duffy-Wescott Post 85 News.

We're in the process of repairing and updating our 190 year-old building, to include: brick grouting, buttress reconstruction, windows and the front portico. The interior is on the list. We also have an architect and structural engineer on the job too - for the foundation and other details. We'd like to thank everyone that  has contributed to help make this happen - with more to come! 
Please See: Events & Efforts 
 ​IMPORTANT CHANGE TO MEMBERSHIP! If you have served federal active duty in the United States Armed Forces since December 7, 1941 and have been honorably discharged or are still serving, you are eligible for membership in The American Legion!   In addition, The American Legion Auxiliary is open to "spouses" vs. the prior term "wife." 

Duffy-Wescott Post 85 is looking for new members! For new Legion members, those that transfer from another Post & for ALL CURRENT MEMBERS (Not Paid up for Life (PUFL), we are providing FREE MEMBERSHIP.
     PLEASE DO NOT sign up with National or the Maine State Department of the American Legion. They will not assign you to this post automatically and will charge you $40 (we charge $31 and pay that amount to the Legion). It would then cost us $9 to fix it so.....
​     Please contact Butler Smythe, thbsmythe@gmail.com (preferred) and I'll call you, or call/text 207-374-3838 (my cell) for specifics – It's easy.
WHO ARE WE?
     The American Legion, Duffy-Wescott Post 85 is dedicated to supporting our veterans, service members and the Blue Hill area community. The Post organizes commemorative events and veteran support activities in the Blue Hill area and also supports the mission of the national American Legion organization, which works to provide information and assistance to veterans throughout the country.
     Our success  and that of the American Legion depends entirely on active membership, participation and volunteerism in our local community. The organization belongs to the people it serves and the communities in which it thrives. Duffy-Wescott Post 85 is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization.
Please see "OUR BUILDING" for more information on how you can help us start our Building Preservation Efforts! 
To help us fund our various efforts such as Boys & Girls State, building repairs/expenses that never end, you can: 
1. send a check made out to "Duffy-Wescott Post #85" and mail to Butler Smythe (Finance Officer), PO Box 531, Blue Hill, ME 04614. Please note your cause on any checks. 
​OR
2. use the DONATE button for Credit Card/Paypal - select your interest area. 

We are a 501(C)19 organization, so your contributions may be tax deductible based on your tax situation.
Where are we? 
The Duffy-Wescott Post is located in the Village of Blue Hill, Maine.
Duffy-Wescott Post 85
PO Box 531
13 Tenny Hill Road
Blue Hill, Maine 04614

INTERNET LINKS

Video Link - The US Marine Corps drumming up some action.
Did you know...?
Maine Veteran Exemption - A veteran who served during a recognized war period and is 62 years or older; or, is receiving 100% disability as a Veteran; or, became 100% disabled while serving, is eligible for $6,000 deducted from the value of your property in Maine.
maine.gov/revenue/propertytax/sidebar/exemptions.htm
The American Legion Hall is NOT available for Rent at this time!

No-Cost VA Flu Shots for Eligible Veterans

No-Cost VA Flu Shots for Eligible Veterans 
It’s time to get a flu shot!
Getting a flu shot protects you, your family and your community. If available, you can also safely receive your COVID Booster at the same time you get a flu shot – one visit, two vaccines. (For VA Maine locations, see table below.)
Flu Shots at VA Maine locations:
  • Drive-up Vaccine Events (preferred) See Locations to the Left ...​
  • At an existing face-to-face appointment beginning the week of 9/26/2022.
  • By appointment only, starting the week of 10/17/2022 for a COVID or Flu vaccine, please call 207-623-8411 x-7490 to schedule.
Flu Shots in Your Community:
Get a no-cost flu shot at a community provider in VA’s network
Eligible Veterans can choose from one of nearly 70,000 in-network retail pharmacies and urgent care/walk-in locations to get their flu shot from Sept. 1, 2022, through April 30, 2023. 
Who can get a flu shot at a community provider?
You are eligible to receive a flu shot at in-network retail pharmacy/urgent care if: 
  • You are enrolled in the VA health care system, AND,
  • You received care from a VA provider or an in-network community care provider within the past 24 months
How do I know if I am eligible?
  • Call 800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411)
Select option 1 (urgent care information)
Select option 3 (urgent care information)
Select option 1 (check urgent care eligibility)
The system will verify your eligibility for the community urgent care benefit, which includes the flu vaccination.
  • Or call your local VA facility
  • Your state may have age and health-related restrictions.
NOTE: Family members and beneficiaries are not eligible.
Where can I get a no-cost flu shot?
To locate a VA medical facility, in-network urgent care or retail pharmacy near you, use the VA Locator, here’s how:
  • Enter the city, state or postal ZIP code for your location.
  • Choose a Facility Type from the drop down:
  • Select VA health for VA medical center locations
  • Select Urgent Care, for “All in-network urgent care”
  • Select Community pharmacies (in VA’s network)
  • Click search
  • choose a provider
What should I know before I go?
Before you go:
  • Call ahead to ensure the vaccine type you are seeking is available
  • Bring the billing information flyer located here (print it or take a screenshot on your phone)

  • See QR code to the Left
When you arrive:
  • Tell the provider you are a Veteran enrolled in VA health care.
  • Tell them you would like to receive the flu shot paid for by VA.
  • Show your government-issued ID and the billing information flyer located above. (Print, take a screenshot or pull up this page at time of vaccine.)
  • There is no cost to you if your visit is only for a flu shot. 
  • You should not pay a copay if you only get a flu shot. 
  • For assistance with in-network community flu shots, call 877-881-7618 or your local VA medical facility.
Who updates my medical records?
The community provider will send your flu shot vaccination documentation to VA or you can also request a copy of your flu shot documentation and provide it to your VA provider. (Please know a processing delay will occur in updating medical records.)
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