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Veterans Day 2019 is this Monday, November 11th

Many communities will be observing Veterans Day across the country, and organizations have decided to honor Veterans with discounts and free meals. Learn more about these activities below:

VETERANS MONTH

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VETERANS DAY

DISCOUNTS

$40 off one year of Amazon Prime through Veterans Day weekend

As part of a Veterans Day special to honor those who have served in the U.S. Military, Amazon is proud to offer $40 off one year of Prime membership to all Veterans and active military from November 6th to November 11th, 2019. LEARN MORE

ShopVCS.com - Deals for Veterans Week!

The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) online shopping site, ShopVCS.com, just launched a huge sale for Veterans as well as interest-free 3-month payment plans for the rest of the year. SHOP VCS

‘Where to start with VA?’ – VA Welcome Kit

No matter where in life they might be, the VA welcome kit will help Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors navigate VA.  LEARN MORE DOWNLOAD & PRINT

Join us for a Caring for Those Who Care for Military Families and Veterans Webinar

Discover more ways to support caregivers. Thursday November 7, 2019 from 2-3 p.m. ET Watch online at: https://va-eerc-ees.adobeconnect.com/partnerships   Call in: 1-800-767-1750; participant access code: 52655

Borne the Battle #170: Dale Dye, Marine Corps Birthday Episode

When watching a movie, it’s easy to think that everything is real and true and lifelike. It’s no surprise that that isn’t always the case, especially with military movies. That’s how Marine Veteran Dale Dye got involved. Dale Dye, Hollywood Legend talks Vietnam, post-military careers, and PTSD.  LISTEN

Did you know the National Resource Directory has more than 14,000 vetted resources available to you right now? Featured Resource: PsychArmor Institute

The PsychArmor Institute has collaborated with the Department of Veterans Affairs to develop an online course called S.A.V.E. This course helps people develop a general understanding of the problem of suicide in the United States, understand how to identify a Veteran who may be at risk for suicide, and know what to do if one identifies a Veteran at risk.

VAntage Point

• VA nurse saved her life… twice

• VHA Innovation Experience showcased The Power of Partnerships

• Veterans make it a family affair at National Veterans Creative Arts Festival

• Precise Robotic Knee Surgery at Houston VA fast-tracks Veteran recovery

• Veteran and caregiver finds family through VA’s Peer Support Mentoring

• Join the Veterans’ healthcare leadership team as a VAMC Executive Director

• Expansion project begins at Fayetteville National Cemetery

• VA takes nutrition counseling out of the office and into the kitchen

• Partnership for Public Service credits VA for customer experience improvements

• American Legion Auxiliary Co-Presents Creative Arts Festival

• VA study uncovers critical link between pain intensity and suicide attempts

VA News Releases

• VA celebrates National Family Caregivers Month
• Partnership for Public Service credits VA for customer experience improvements

Find a VA Facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Not sure where to start?  VA WELCOME KIT

Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? 

Did you know that VA offers same day services in Primary Care and Mental Health at 172 VA Medical Centers across the country? Make the Connection Resource Locator

Contact the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255.)

Learn how RallyPoint can help you and other members of the Veteran community find quality brain health treatment.

Also, find out about no-cost PTSD treatment.

Life After Service: The Path of a Woman Veteran

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