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Expo Aimed at Helping Women Veterans

Posted at 7:00 AM, May 31, 2013
and last updated 2013-05-31 07:00:11-04

Building Custom Motorcycles For VeteransGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Women veterans will be the center of attention at an expo on Friday that is meant to give them helpful information as well as some pampering.

At the Women Veteran’s Resource Fair, those who attend will get information and assistance in areas that include VA benefits, housing, healthcare, and career planning. In addition, veterans will receive mini manicures, massages, and fashion consultations.

The fair runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and it will take place at the Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Service Center on 620 Century Ave. SW. According to the Women’s Resource Center in Grand Rapids, this is the first event in West Michigan that specifically targets women veterans.