Veteran Resource Social - Drop-in

Recurring Veteran Resource Social

This passive event is open to anyone affiliated with the service in any capacity. Come and go as you please, ask questions about VA Benefits, military-affiliated clubs, or just to chat.Drop in anytime for VA Peer Support, Education & Disability Benefit Questions, Networking, and More!Stop by to meet other veterans and military-connected students on campus, network with local veteran organizations, or just to grab a coffee.
If you’re looking for more social connection or feeling unsure about what benefits you’re actually entitled to, CSU Occupational Therapy Doctoral Candidate Blake Brown and his VA peer-support counterpart, Mike Leeman, are here to help.

These are relaxed meetups where veterans can ask questions, connect with other veterans, friends, and family, or to get guidance on navigating resources without pressure or judgment. Whether you need help finding the right contacts or just want a place to talk, you’re welcome to stop by.

Meeting information:

Dates: October 14 through December 2When: Every Wednesday from 11 a.m.-1p.m.Location: ED BEATTY - 127F (Campus Safety & Security Conference Room)These socials are hosted by CSU Occupational Therapy Doctoral Candidate Blake Brown, Aims Veteran Services Department, and VA Peer Support Specialist, Mike Leeman. Supporting these meetings are Aims Student Veterans of America chapter members.

A little about OTD Candidate Blake Brown:

Blake Brown is a U.S. Navy veteran and Occupational Therapy doctoral student at Colorado State University (CSU). He is currently completing his capstone project in connection with the Loveland VA, focusing on helping veterans transition smoothly from military service back into civilian life.

His work centers on helping veterans understand their benefits, identify community resources, and connect with individuals who can assist them. To foster social connection, Blake creates low-pressure social groups where veterans, along with their friends and family, can gather to converse, support one another, and access local resources in a welcoming space.

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Weekly Meetup Schedule & Availability

Mondays: Turkish Café Co (Fort Collins) | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Tuesdays: FeelLove Coffee (Loveland) | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Mission & Project Scope

Blake’s goal is to ensure veterans receive accurate, up-to-date information and are connected directly with the people who can best support their needs. While his capstone project is conducted in association with the Loveland VA, it is an independent initiative that is neither sponsored nor funded by the organization. Driven by his own military background, Blake is taking a peer-led approach to address support gaps and improve the lives of fellow veterans.