Rep. Doyle Heffley, R-Carbon, announced several outreach events throughout Carbon County for August.

Assistance will be available for local residents with veteran- related issues and those with concerns best addressed by the federal government.The Mobile Veterans Outreach Van will visit the 122nd Legislative District from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Lehighton American Legion, 381 Bridge St.Some of the services available for veterans and their dependents include individual, group, family and bereavement counseling, medical referrals; assistance in applying for Veterans Affairs benefits; employment counseling; guidance and referrals; and alcohol and drug assessments.An American Legion outreach specialist will visit Heffley's Lehighton district office from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday. The office is located at 110 N. Third St., 2nd floor.Area veterans may seek assistance during those hours for information pertaining to specific benefits and programs by calling 610-377-6363 to schedule an appointment.In addition, Heffley will be hosting outreach hours for Congressman Lou Barletta, R-Hazleton, this month. A representative from Barletta's office will be at Heffley's Albrightsville district office from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday. The office is at 2681 Route 903, Unit 3, Albrightsville.Call the Albrightsville office at 570-722-8700 to schedule an appointment.For legislative information, visit www.Rep- Heffley.com.