Schweyer to resume monthly veterans outreach with virtual appointments

HARRISBURG, Feb. 19 –  State Rep. Peter Schweyer is alerting local veterans his monthly support program will resume next month by virtual appointment only due to COVID-19.

A representative from the American Legion will be available for virtual appointments at Schweyer’s district office, 1501  Lehigh St., Suite 206. Appointments are available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the third Friday of every month, starting on March 19. The service officer will assist veterans and their families with benefits and services available to them. The representative also will be available to discuss pensions and other compensation, as well as education, health care and death benefits

Legion membership is not required; however, anyone interested in speaking with the adviser should schedule a virtual appointment by contacting Schweyer’s office at 610-791-6270. Masks are required and CDC guidelines must be followed during the appointment.