Cassidy Meets With Bayou Veterans on Improving the VA
Press Release
Today, Congressman Bill Cassidy hosted a veterans' roundtable in Thibodaux with representatives of service organizations and other veterans who reside in the Bayou Region.
Dr. Cassidy discussed with them the problems veterans experience when seeking healthcare through the VA, which include delays in treatment and difficulties in scheduling appointments. He offered the following statement:
"It was an honor to meet with veterans in the Bayou Region today. It was clear from our discussion that the VA is not yet performing at the level our veterans deserve. Together we can work with committed doctors and nurses in the VA to make sure veterans receive the treatment they need."
Attendees from the meeting also offered the following statements:
"On behalf of the veterans of the American Legion Post #11, I want to congratulate the Congressman for having this meeting, because this is an opportunity for input for our veterans. He will now know the problems our veterans are having and how to improve the system." -- Mr. Tom Simon, Commander, American Legion Post #11
"I appreciate Dr. Cassidy visiting with me and other veterans in Thibodaux on how we can fix the VA. I'm confident that Dr. Cassidy will advocate for us in Washington." -- Gene Richard, Councilman, City of Thibodaux and Former Commander, American Legion Post #11
"Our veterans deserve the best healthcare possible, and I appreciate Dr. Cassidy listening to our views on this topic." -- Mr. Richard Queen, Vice Commander, American Legion Post #513
"Today's meeting with Dr. Cassidy was a big step forward in helping veterans in the Bayou Region. I look forward to working with him to make the VA better." -- Mr. John Guillot, Quartermaster, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #5097
The following service organizations had members at the meeting:
-American Legion Post #11
-American Legion Post #513
-VFW Post #5097
-Vietnam Veterans Association Post #4
Finally, veterans and their families who are having difficulties receiving care from the VA can always contact one of Dr. Cassidy's District offices. His Thibodaux office number is (985) 447-1662, his Baton Rouge office phone number is (225) 929-7711, and his Livingston Parish office number is (225) 686-4413.
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