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 The Naval Enlisted Reserve Association - NERA - is the only military and veterans organization representing the ENLISTED RESERVIST members of the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. We include retirees, Full-Time Support (FTS), drilling reservists and others joining as associate members supporting our enlisted sea service reservists. In more than 50 years, NERA has been responsible for many of the pay and benefits gains reservists enjoy today and take for granted.
Why NERA? Today, more than at any other time, Reserve Enlisted members are called upon more often to mobilize frequently to serve our nation. The challenges are many - strain on families, strain on civilian careers and an operational tempo for even "normal" reserve duties that exceed the conditions of less than 10 years ago. Strength in numbers. NERA has been there on Capitol Hill, in the Pentagon and other policy making levels working hard for legislation to protect your benefits, your family, your health care and your retirement. Join us and ensure your voice is added to the many. Join us to continue the success and the fight to keep your benefits strong. We are your shipmates - your fellow veterans. NERA is about you - the working Sailor, Marine and Coast Guardsman.
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Standard American NERA Headquarters
American Standard generously donated new fixtures for the two bathrooms at headquarters in Falls Church. 
Pictures of Nick Marine and a volunteer crew from Atlanta are below. NERA Bathroom Photos
NERA Conferences
2010 National Conference in Washington, D.C.  Farragut Statue NW DC NERA is pleased to announce the location for the 2010 National Conference! November 11-14, 2010. Conference schedule will be posted as events and speakers are confirmed. General Schedule: 11 Nov: Check in and Welcome Reception 12 Nov: Meeting Sessions Begin, Awards Luncheon 13 Nov: Meeting Sessions, Dinner Dance The Sheraton National Hotel, conveniently located in Arlington, VA, is minutes from the Reagan National Airport, downtown Washington, DC and the Pentagon.
Room Reservation Information: Room rate is $109.00 per night single or double occupancy. When calling, mention NERA National Conference. Deadline for reserving rooms is October 21, 2010
The Sheraton National was most recently renovated in 2008 and boasts room amenities such as in room coffee makers, hairdryers, and is one of the few Sheratons offering all white linens. Guests may also enjoy the complimentary shuttle service from Reagan National Airport, fitness room, and an indoor heated pool. Go to their website www.sheratonnational.com for everything that they have to offer. If you have any questions, please let us know by calling Laura Martin at NERA headquarters at 800/776-9020. We look forward to seeing you in November!
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2010 NERA Raffle
NERA 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Raffle 
Ford Fusion Hybrid set a World Record with 1,445 miles on a single tank of gas in April 2009! That's gas money in the bank and not in the tank! Purchase your Tickets now! If you have been referred by a friend, please add their name to the notes at checkout. Tickets are $25.00 each or 5 for $100.00. Good Luck!! *Use the drop down menu below to choose to purchase single tickets or a 5 ticket package* Tickets are can also be purchased through the Members Page. Membership is not required to purchase a chance to win the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The drawing will be held 16 October 2010. Tickets can also be purchased by contacting Laura Martin lkmartin@nera.org or (800) 776-9020.
NERA News
NATIONAL SALUTE TO HOSPITALIZED VETERANS
President Nick Marine has asked me to encourage NERA chapters and members to get involved with the VA's National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans. This is an annual event that occurs at all VA Medical Centers the week of Feb. 7-13, 2010 in conjunction with Valentines Day and Ann Landers' program of sending valentines to hospitalized veterans. When meeting or corresponding with members and chapter officers of NERA across the country I ask that you encourage them to get involved with the VA Medical Center serving their area by calling or visiting the Chief, Voluntary Service at the hospital and asking what they can assist with during the week of the National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans and to set up visits with our hospitalized veterans.
This program was established:
*To pay tribute and express appreciation to hospitalized veterans.
*To increase community awareness of the role of the medical center.
*To encourage individuals to visit hospitalized veterans and to become involved as volunteers.
This is an opportunity for local chapters and members to step forward and assist our hospitalized veterans. Mike Hughes, OSC, USNR (Ret.)
NERA Deputy Executive Director NOTE from NERA’s President:
The National Salute for Hospitalized Veterans should be an annual push for all hands. This event will not only show support and respect for our forgotten veterans but will also give NERA members another opportunity to become more active. In Atlanta, we involve local schools: students prepare personal Valentines Day cards. I can also assure you that no one will be denied access for this event.
NERA Nick
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