How a Sailor Got His Name Back, Discharge Upgrades, Wreaths Across American Will Go On

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VA's Solid Start Program Eases 70K Veterans' Transition

VA has connected ~70K Veterans with VA benefits and services in their first year post-separation from service. Over a series of calls from VA, Veterans get their questions answered and get a solid start in their civilian life. 

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Events this Week

Dec. 10 - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution: Detroit, Michigan
Dec. 10 - Alternative Small Business Financing Webinar
Dec. 11 - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution: Charleston, South Carolina
Dec. 11 - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution: Denver, Colorado
Dec. 14 - Creative Forces Virtual Arts Engagement & Telehealth Summit
Dec. 14 - Virtual Veteran Business Chat
Dec. 15 - Translating Military Work Experience through Storytelling
Dec. 15 - Webinar on Certification with Center for Verification and Evaluation
Dec. 17 - Vet Talks with Jerrod Niemann exclusive for the Veteran Community

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VIDEO: How a Sailor Got His Name Back

Billy James Johnson lost his life and identity when the ship he called home was attacked on Dec 7, 1941. This is the story of how he and 270 of his shipmates got their names back.

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VIDEO: Rallypoint Top Posts

In this 5-in-5 episode, we'll cover the E-4 Mafia, colored berets, mini-medals, and more.

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Other than Honorable Discharge?

Learn how you can apply to be considered for an upgrade or correction to your discharge status, if your discharge was related to certain categories.

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Are You a Veteran's Caregiver? Learn about VA Caregiver Support Services


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VA's Compassionate Contact Corps Keeps You Connected

Veterans can stay socially connected through phone or video calls with trained volunteers with VA's new Compassionate Contact Corps support program. Talk to your provider about how you can connect with someone who shares your interests and understands your experiences!

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Veterans’ health act signed into law


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Calling Women Veteran Trailblazers!

The Center for Women Veterans is highlighting women Veterans who have made an impact on the lives of Veterans, their families, caregivers, or survivors. Submit your nomination today!

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Hear Veterans describe symptoms of PTSD


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Wreaths Across America Will Go On

Veterans and their families can participate in Wreaths Across America in national cemeteries, but there will be restrictions due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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VA and USPS Partner to Protect Veterans from Postal Scams


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Veterans Can Join Civil Air Patrol

Veterans looking to use their military background while helping the community and mentoring young people have an opportunity through the Civil Air Patrol.

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VA is Improving Processes for Job Applicants


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Borne the Battle Podcast

The Satterlys discuss Tom’s unique military career, Jen’s filmmaking career, writing a book as an untrained writer, their journey with post traumatic stress, and co-founding the All Secure Foundation.

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Chats with the Chief

VHA Chief of Staff Jon Jensen chats with Acting DEPSEC Pamela Powers

In this episode, Chats with the Chief discusses VA’s new electronic health record go-live and VA’s commitment to elevating the Veteran care experience.

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Holiday Meal Planning with Diabetes

Learn healthy holiday habits: how to plan delicious holiday meals while managing diabetes. 

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