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Events this Week
May 06 - Virtual Hiring Fair: Healthcare May 06 - Military Spouse Appreciation Day May 06 - COVID-19 VACCINATIONS: A Candid Discussion for Minorities & People of Color May 08 - Kraft Heinz Garland, TX Hiring Event May 10 - Computer Skills for Everyday Life May 10 - Bunker Bingo May 11 - Charleston, SC - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution May 11 - Virtual Seminar: Understanding Prevalent Mental Health Diagnoses May 11 - Hiring Our Heroes Corporate Fellowship Info Session
Hear From Veterans Like You
One Step Today can bring you closer to reaching your goals, overcoming a challenge, or pursuing a healthier, fuller life. This Mental Health Month, explore 10 ideas from Veterans like you to get started.
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VA expands Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits for dependents
COVID-19 Vaccine: I heard the COVID-19 vaccine will…
I heard that I can get COVID-19 from the shot. Is that true?
I heard that the COVID-19 vaccine will affect my DNA. Is that true?
I heard that after getting the COVID-19 vaccine, I’ll test positive on a COVID test. Is that true?
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Mobile mental health apps for Veterans aim to reduce suicide risk
Guitars for Vets offers free lessons, guitar for Veterans
The G4V program starts with a 10-week instruction period. During this time Veterans are given one-on-one individualized lessons. After completing the lessons, the graduation process involves receiving a free acoustic guitar and guitar accessory kit.
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Female Veterans wanted for VA leadership trainee program
Paying it forward during Military Appreciation Month
May is Military Appreciation Month. To help raise awareness, Blue Star Families and Operation Gratitude are joining forces to impact thousands of military families in a tangible way. We are asking you, our Veteran community, to support this nationwide campaign in three actionable ways, from the comfort of your home.
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Honoring the fallen: Band shoots video in national cemetery
Veteran and Military Discounts
ShopVCS.com Get $10 off any purchase for Military Appreciation Month! (Hurry, expires Friday at midnight, use code SERVICE10)
Adidas-all verified medical, first responders, nurses, military members and teachers get a discount of 30% at adidas.com and in-store or 20% off at factory outlet stores.
1-800-Flowers Veterans and military members get 20% off online orders.
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Create a free account and get discovered by Veteran employers here: RallyPoint.com/Jobs
Beck’s Hybrids - Multiple Roles and Locations Boeing - Entry Level Software Engineer American Senior Benefits - Sales Representative NE Sygma - Transportation Supervisor NJ J&L Construction Florida Inc. - Skilled Laborer FL
Borne the Battle:VA's Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan
With home interest rates at historic lows, Navy Veteran John Bell answers questions such as how Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans work and why Veterans could benefit from refinancing now. Bell also debunks common mortgage and VA Home Loan myths.
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VA and SBA jointly support restaurant recovery
Be Red Cross Ready when disasters happen
Help capture WWII Veteran stories
On May 8, 1945, the news came in: the war in Europe was over. Seventy-six years later, retired Air Force colonel Warren Halstead still remembers the mixed emotions of Victory in Europe, or V-E, Day.
Help capture history: More than 16 million men and women served during World War II. Today, there’s less than 390,000 still alive.
Preserve their stories, written or recorded.
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