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VA Podcast: Air Force Veteran Blake Stilwell, Photographer and Writer
VNN: Veterans Share Some Food for Thought on “Chow Chat”
Instagram: Donated Craft Kits Entertain Veterans in Quarantine

Florida Veterans - you're invited to attend a virtual support event.

VetTalkX Hiring Veterans: Continuing to Serve in VA

Veterans discuss what led them to pursue and gain a meaningful and personally rewarding post-military career with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Register to watch live on July 28 at 2PM ET. REGISTER

Browse hundreds of questions & answers on Veteran family resources

Most Popular Veterans Benefits, by State

Do you know what Veterans benefits are available in your state? State representatives share some of the most popular benefits that Veterans use in your state.  Find local benefits available to you, in alphabetical order by state. FIND YOUR STATE

VA Offers Veteran Families Debt Relief for the Rest of 2020

Join the Veterans Benefits Administration Webcast on July 30 at 2:00 (ET)

Learn about VBA's responses to COVID-19, GI Bill updates, and appeals modernization, such as reopening of Compensation & Pension exam locations.

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How to Get a Better Night's Sleep

How Colorful is Your Plate? VA's "Fresh Focus" Podcasts Offer Nutrition Advice

The second episode of VA's Fresh Focus podcast series is focused on eating the rainbow by filling your plate with colorful vegetables. Learn healthy tips on adding vegetables to your diet in delicious ways for Instagram-worthy meals! LISTEN NOW

Students! Apply Now for a Virtual Digital Media Internship

Online Veteran Networks Offer Friendship and Support Veterans can still stay connected even while social distancing. Online networks offer so many benefits, such as camaraderie, support with transitioning into civilian life, job tips and opportunities, access to resources and information, and the joy of helping others. LEARN MORE

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Air Force Veteran Blake Stilwell, Military.com Staff Writer

Air Force Veteran Blake Stilwell shares his experiences in everything from combat photography to media production to professional writing, and the lessons he has learned along the way. WATCH LISTEN

Elizabeth Dole Foundation Webinar: Boots to Suits with Brigadier General (Ret.) Carol Eggert on July 23 at 4PM ET.

VAntage Point

• How VA encourages providers to care for their own mental health
• Connected Care a boon for Veterans during pandemic
• Live Whole Health Self-care episode #38 – Time to Rest
• Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #39 – Gratitude practice
• Veteran rebuilt life with assistance from SSVF
• VA secures scarce PPE through strategic partnerships
• Be like Jim: No legs, no problem
• VA social workers’ duty was challenging and sad
• Reflections on the last two years
• Office of Community Care employees serve on the COVID front lines
• Helping older Veterans stay safe and healthy
• 20 (more!) little known facts about VA medical centers

VA News Releases

• VA and MAZON partner to support Veteran food security
• VA expands funding for emergency response for Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness during COVID-19 pandemic
• VA health care first to have Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services codes for chaplain care

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

No Veteran Should Be Without a Place to Call Home

Free Help for Homeless Veterans Dial 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838) for 24/7 access to VA services for homeless and at-risk Veterans

Homeless Veteran Chat Confidential, 24/7 online support for homeless Veterans and friends

https://www.va.gov/homeless for more information

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.)

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