VIPMOAA has formed the Comrades-in-Arms Support Team (CAST). This is a pilot program that will last 1 year from September 2025 to August 2026. The mission is simple: to ensure that no officer stands alone in times of need. The CAST Program will assist fellow members experiencing temporary hardships whether due to illness, injury, family crisis, or other personal challenges. The committee will reflect the core values of retired military officers—duty, honor, loyalty, camaraderie, and service to others assuring that no member is left behind when facing tough times.

The Member Support Committee will offer short-term, volunteer-based assistance designed to help members maintain their quality of life and connection to the VIPMOAA community during times of difficulty. Services may include: Wellness & Morale Check-ins; Meal & Care Assistance; Transportation Support; Light Home Assistance; and Recognition & Remembrance.

We are seeking members with caregiving skills—nurses, doctors, chaplains, grief counselors, and compassionate listeners—to volunteer. Even one hour of your time can make a difference for a comrade in need. Kathy Schnepf (kathy.schnepf@gmail.com) and Paul Fameli (famelipj@aol.com) would like to hear from you. 

If you need support, please click on the Request for Support Form to the right. 

To becoma a team member, send an email to Paul Fameli (famelipj@aol.com ) or  Kathy Schnepf (kathy.schnepf@gmail.com)

VIPMOAA Request for Support Form