GLEN
M. HALSEY
Glen M. Haley, Chief of the
Veterans
Services Division at the California Department of Veterans Affairs,
is responsible for the management of programs of veteran's claims, services,
and educational assistance to veterans' and their dependents in establishing
eligibility for, and claiming and receiving entitled benefits, and to provide
information and referral guidance. Additionally, he is responsible for
developing outreach programs, maintaining a strong working relationship
with veterans' service providers, educational institutions, community based
organizations and veterans service organizations.
Mr. Halsey has over 23 years
state service (22 years with the Employment Development Department, Veterans
Program) and is recognized both in California and nationally as a leader
in veterans' issues.
He was born in Pasadena,
California. After graduation from Pasadena High School, he enlisted in
the United States Marine Corps in October 1964.
I
n
March of 1966, he was sent to Vietnam with the First Marine Division and
made several amphibious landings. In October of that year, he was wounded
by a land mine explosion and small arms fire that caused the loss of his
right eye, and wounds to both of his arms and legs. His awards include
the Purple Heart, Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Good
Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze
Stars, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation (Civil Action Color,
1st Class with palm), Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and Rifle Marksman
Badge.
Glen's family has a proud
history of service to this country. His grandfather served in France during
WW I, and his father served in the South Pacific during WW II.
Glen Halsey is a member of
the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Vietnam Veterans of America,
Military Order of the Purple Heart, Blinded Veterans Association, National
Coalition for Homeless Veterans, and the Disabled American Veterans, (DAV)
which he served as the California Department Commander in 1985-86.
