November 2018 Events Calendar
 The Mayor’s Office on Veterans Affairs ("MOVA") is launching a pilot transportation program for District of Columbia veterans with the Department of For-Hire Vehicles. Program eligibility is restricted to veteran residents of Washington DC with an annual income of less than $30,000. Documentation evidencing eligibility may be requested by MOVA. The purpose of this program is to ensure that this population has access to the medical, educational, employment and other opportunities that they require.
Program participants may only use Program rides for the following:
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Employment opportunities: limited to job interviews, job fairs, recruitment events, and other similar opportunities, and does not include commuting to and from work
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Educational opportunities: limited to college courses, college prep courses, GED courses, apprenticeship programs, and other professional licensure courses
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Medical treatment and/or similar appointments
To register for VetsRide, a veteran must sign-up in person at the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs. Ensure you bring proof of DC residency, DD-214, NGB-22, or VA Card, and a statement of your annual income. All veterans must also have a current DCNetwork account, which can be created or updated at the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs.
The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs is located at:
441 4th Street NW, Suite 870 North
Washington, DC 20001
202-724-5454
 You are invited to join the DC Office of Disability Right and the DC Public Library in viewing the film, The Invalid Corps followed by discussions with filmmaker Day Al-Mohamed.
Created in 1863, the Invalid Corps was made up of men who had been “disabled by wounds or by disease contracted in the line of duty”. In July 1864, the Invalid Corps were the only defenders of Washington, DC against Confederate General Jubal Early and his 15,000 fighting men. This is the story of men with disabilities, of men with honor, and of men whose place in history shouldn't be forgotten. We are proud to tell you of the Invalid Corps and the men who served it.
This film is being presented during November in honor of Veterans and Military Families Month.
*Popcorn and drinks will be served.
DATE AND TIME:
Wednesday, November 7, 2018
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
LOCATION:
 Join the Veterans Leadership Council D.C. at Tableau Software to connect with veteran leaders, gain insights from data projects designed to support veterans, and learn about different opportunities Tableau offers student veterans in D.C. Food and drink will be provided thanks to the support of Tableau. Transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and non-veteran supporters are invited to attend.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
 Join the University of the District of Columbia for their 13th Annual Veterans Day event. The guest speaker is, Shay Rangel, U.S. Air Force veteran and Ward 8 representative to Mayor Bowser's Advisory Board on Veterans Affairs.
 The Advisory Board serves as an advisory body to the Mayor, the Mayor's Office of Boards and Commissions, the Office of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Employment Services, the Department of Health, the Department of Human Services, and other District government departments, agencies, and offices on all matters pertaining to Veterans in the District of Columbia All meetings are open to the public - please come out and join us!
Time and Date:
Thursday, November 8, 2018, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
**Please note the date change**
Location:
441 4th Street, Northwest
Conference Room 1114
Washington, DC 20001
Call In Information:
Dial in: 712-451-0862
Passcode: 821260
Veteran Resource Fair
 Join DNVF on Thursday, November 8, 2018 for a Veteran Resource Fair.
Time and Date:
November 8, 2018
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
Silver Spring Civic Building
1 Veteran Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910
 ALL VETERANS ARE WELCOME
There will be a DD-214 Upgrade Screening Clinic from 11am-2pm.
To book an appointment in advance call
The Veterans Pro Bono Consortium
202-733-3324
https://www.vetsprobono.org/dischargeupgrade/
 In honor of Veterans Day, the library invites local veterans to share their stories in oral history interviews. Throughout the day, trained volunteers will be available to interview veterans about their lives and experience in the military. As part of our commemoration of the 50th anniversary of 1968, we make a special invitation to long-time DC residents who served during the Vietnam War era. The recorded interviews will be donated to the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress.
Veterans interested in being interviewed should email David Quick at david.quick2@dc.gov to reserve a time.
DC Veterans PTS Awareness Special
 The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs and the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment (OCTFME) are honored to present this one hour special of DC veteran’s testimonials about post-traumatic stress and their recovery through current or emerging treatments. It also features veterans performing the music and comedy that help them heal. Hosted by “202 Creates” Michel Wright and Ferman Patterson, along with MOVA’s Joy Mosley.
The PTS Awareness Special will air on Sunday, Nov 11th at 8pm on DCN (Ch. 16).
In honor of all of our amazing Veterans and active duty military personnel, DC Row will be hosting a free Veterans Day Row all day event. Those who would like to attend, RSVP at info@dcrow.co with the time that you would like to attend your class.
Do you need help filing your VA Disability Claim? If you answered yes - we have the help you need! The Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs will be hosting a Department Service Officer every week to assist D.C. Veterans obtain the benefits they have earned as a result of their service.
Helpful Documents:
- DD-214
- Military medical records
- Relevant private sector medical records
- Statements from family or friends supporting your claims
Time and Date:
Tuesday, November 6, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 13, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 20, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 27, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Scheduling:
You can schedule an appointment by calling our office at 202-724-5454. You can also walk-in on the days the counselor has office hours. Please note, however, appointments will be seen before walk-ins and space is limited.
 The District of Columbia Department of Disability Services has partnered with the Mayor's Office of Veterans Affairs to provide dedicated vocational rehabilitation assistance to our veteran community. This program is separate and apart from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' vocational rehabilitation program. If you have been denied or are currently using the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' program, you may still be eligible for District assistance. Come speak with one of our counselors!
Time and Date:
Tuesday, November 6, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 20, 2018, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Scheduling:
You can schedule an appointment by calling our office at 202-724-5454. You can also walk-in on the days the counselor has office hours. Please note, however, appointments will be seen before walk-ins and space is limited.
 In an effort to commemorate and honor “Veterans Day” the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES) veterans program in partnership with the DC National Guard and Employ Prince George's (EPG) is hosting and facilitating, the 2nd annual “Veterans Appreciation Employment Expo”. This venue’s purpose is to assemble selected veteran friendly employers, apprenticeship programs, training providers, veteran service organizations and HVRP Grantees and give them an opportunity to showcase their respective organizations job vacancies, programs, services and resources to our veteran population in one central location.
 Are you a caregiver who needs support to identify applicable training and resources, create a social network that fulfills their unique needs, and help navigating the VA processes for their veteran loved one(s), especially now as we approach the holiday season?
The veteran’s caregivers conference team will bring together these entities in a central location to DC, MD, and VA veteran caregivers.
DATE AND TIME:
Saturday, November 17, 2018
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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