MEDIA ADVISORY-Press Conference/Photo Opportunity Florida Veterans Foundation to Launch Statewide Veterans Dental Program to Address Gap in Veterans’ Dental Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2025
CONTACT: Kristen Knapp
850-510-4389 | kknapp@fhca.org
MEDIA ADVISORY
Press Conference/Photo Opportunity
Florida Veterans Foundation to Launch Statewide Veterans Dental Program to Address Gap in Veterans’ Dental Services
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Veterans Foundation (FVF) will host a press conference on Thursday, April 17, at 10:00 a.m. at the Florida Capitol, 4th Floor House side. Senator Danny Burgess will be joined by officials from the Florida Veterans Foundation and the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, along with local Veteran service organization leaders, to launch the statewide Veterans Dental Program which will expand access to vital dental care services for eligible Veterans across Florida. Under the program, FVF’s comprehensive network of selected 501c3 nonprofit organizations will deliver no-cost services to qualifying Veterans, including routine exams, cleanings, fillings, and other necessary dental procedures.
WHAT: Press Conference on Florida Veterans Dental Program
WHO: Senator Danny Burgess, R-Zephyrhills
Major General James S. Hartsell (Ret), Executive Director, Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs
Dr. Pia Woodley, United States Navy (Ret), Chair, Florida Veterans Foundation
Dr. Zack Kalarickal, United States Navy Veteran, Stars, Stripes and Smiles
Paul Kimbel, United States Army Veteran, Florida Veterans Foundation Lead Dental Analyst
WHEN: Thursday, April 17, 2025
10:00 a.m.
WHERE: 4th Floor – House Side
Florida Capitol
ABOUT THE FLORIDA VETERANS FOUNDATION The Florida Veterans Foundation is dedicated to providing essential services and support to Veterans throughout Florida. Through programs like the Veterans Dental Program, the FVF aims to improve the quality of life for those who have served our nation. Learn more at www.helpflvets.org.
