BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula is proud to participate in this year’s Military Appreciation Day, an important local event honoring military retirees, their family members, and survivors throughout Northern California and Nevada.
Hosted at the General Stilwell Community Center in Seaside, this gathering will bring together military-connected community members with organizations and resources designed to provide support, education, benefits information, and connection.
https://presidio.armymwr.com/programs/stilwell-community-center
Event Details
Military Appreciation Day
Saturday, July 18, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
General Stilwell Community Center
4260 Gigling Road
Seaside, CA 93955
The event is designed for military retirees, family members, and survivors to connect with fellow retirees, learn about current issues affecting the military community, and access valuable information from participating organizations.
BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula will be there to meet attendees, share information about our local care services, and answer questions about support available for individuals and families who may need assistance at home.
Resources for Military Retirees, Families, and Survivors
Military Appreciation Day will include representatives and information from organizations such as Veteran Service Organizations, the Department of the Army Retirement Services Office, The Exchange, FMWR, ASAP, Survivor Outreach Services, TRICARE, the Department of Veterans Affairs, Monterey County Military and Veterans Affairs, and Army Emergency Relief.
Army Retirement Services supports retired Soldiers, surviving spouses, and military families with retirement-related resources, planning assistance, and ongoing advocacy. Learn more through the Army Retirement Services website. (Soldier for Life)
The General Stilwell Community Center is located within the Presidio of Monterey community in Seaside. (EFMP)
Supporting Those Who Served
At BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula, we are honored to serve members of our community who have served our country. Our team provides a higher standard of care through personalized support, skilled nursing services, and compassionate in-home care designed around each individual’s needs.
Whether someone needs support following a hospitalization, help managing an ongoing health condition, skilled nursing services at home, or guidance in understanding available care options, our local team is here to help families navigate next steps with confidence.
Learn more about BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula and our skilled nursing services. BrightStar Care of The Monterey Peninsula can also be reached at 831-200-4555. (BrightStar Care)
RSVP Information
Attendees are asked to RSVP by June 30, 2026.
For more information or to RSVP, contact the Retirement Services Office at:
Phone: 831-242-4986
Email: usarmy.pom.id-training.mbx.ca-nv-retirement@army.mil
We look forward to seeing military retirees, families, survivors, and community partners at this meaningful event on July 18.