Fort Campbell to host annual Retiree Appreciation Day

Courtesy of the Fort Campbell Public Affairs Office
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Dozens of agencies and vendors will provide information and services during the installation’s annual Retiree Appreciation Day 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Soldier Support Center, 2702 Michigan Ave.

Partners include the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the American Legion, Black Rifle Coffee Company and more. Retirees can pick up informational pamphlets and promotional items from each table. Door prizes including a free TV will be available.

Retiree Appreciation Day is hosted annually to keep retired service members and their Families informed about the changes to their benefits and privileges according to Marcus Ufeanyui, retirement services officer, Fort Campbell Retirement Services Office.

Julius Anderson, assistant retirement services officer, Fort Campbell RSO, said all retirees are encouraged to participate, including those who were medically retired or who served in other military branches.

“They’re able to talk with them one-on-one and get information from any of the vendors we have, whether it’s the VA, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion or any of the other organizations that support retirees and the military community,” Guthrie said.

Retirees can also receive routine immunizations against the flu, pneumonia and shingles at the on-site health fair, which is among Retiree Appreciation Day’s most popular services.

Ufeanyui, who retired in 2016 after 21 years as a Soldier, said Retiree Appreciation Day is a way to show former service members that they’re an important part of the Army Family.

“Retirees are similar to recruiters because they continue to inspire people to serve,” Ufeanyui said. “And there’s a lot that’s changed in today’s military, so retirees are kind of like historians who can offer perspective from their years of service.”

There are still spaces available for vendors who want to show their support for retirees. Those interested are asked to call 270-798-3310 or 270-798-5280 to reserve a spot at no cost.

This article originally appeared on Clarksville Leaf-Chronicle: Fort Campbell to host annual Retiree Appreciation Day