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#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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IRS extends April 15 and other upcoming deadlines, provides other tax relief for victims of Texas winter storms
Victims of this month’s winter storms in Texas will have until June 15, 2021, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.
The IRS disaster relief page has details on other returns, payments and tax-related actions qualifying for the additional time.
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SECVA: Rural Veterans Not Receiving Vaccine is a Concern
Continuing to get COVID-19 vaccinations for Veterans – especially those in rural and highly rural areas – is a high priority, VA Secretary Denis McDonough told reporters Feb. 23.
More than 1 million Veterans have at least one vaccine and 400,000 received both doses, McDonough said, with numbers of shots in arms climbing daily. McDonough said Veterans in rural and highly rural communities not receiving the vaccine is a concern. About 4.7 million Veterans live in rural and highly rural areas. Of those, about 2.7 million use VA health care.
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Secretary orders review of VA’s transgender policies
Secretary Denis McDonough ordered a review of VA policies to ensure that transgender Veterans and employees do not face discrimination on the basis of their gender identity and expression.
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Virtual Events this Week
Feb. 25 - AMPLIFY: Military Spouse Career Intensives
Feb. 25 - Military Youth Mental Health & Well-Being Conversation
Feb. 25 - Virtual Hiring Fair: Transportation, Supply Chain & Logistics
Feb. 25 - Red Cross Virtual Caregiver Workshop
Feb. 26 - National Veterans Art Museum Virtual Zoom Visit: Vietnam Veteran Art
Feb. 26 - Atlanta - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution
Feb. 26 - Military Spouse Fellowship Program Information Session
Mar. 02 - Creating a Great Elevator Pitch: Virtual Workshop for Job Seekers
Mar. 03 - COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A Chat on RallyPoint
Mar. 04 - Team Up Against COVID-19 with Dr. Anthony Fauci
In Honor of Black History Month: The Tuskegee Airmen. Say What!?
Veterans Get New Chance to Serve on Vaccination Campaign
Six Veteran organizations are coming together to form the Veterans Coalition for Vaccination. Any Veteran – anywhere in the U.S. – can register or volunteer with the VCV to help get the vaccine distributed in their very own communities.
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Specially Adapted Housing grants help seriously disabled Veterans
Great American Spit Out Feb. 25th
Whatever your motivation for ditching dip and chew, support is available. VA has a resource guide for more information and support services to help you get started.
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VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine
Tuskegee Airmen: Red Tail Angels
Black History Month is a chance to celebrate and honor Black Americans who trailblazed paths for future generations. Among those trailblazers are the Tuskegee Airmen.
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3 Things to Consider in Finding the Right Therapist
Benefits Breakdown: William Streitberger
This week, Borne the Battle explores the Veteran Readiness and Employment Service with the Executive Director, Navy Veteran William Streitberger. Streitberger breaks down what VR&E is and what the benefit entails.
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VA MOBILE APPS: COVID | BURN PIT REGISTRY | HEALTH CHAT | STAY QUIT
HealthCare.gov Marketplace Open through May 15
Do you have a friend or loved one that needs health insurance, but is not eligible for VA care? They may qualify for coverage through a Marketplace plan, Medicaid, or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
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Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255
Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat
White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311
Download the UPDATED VA Welcome Kit
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