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#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. VIEW/SHARE | EVENTS | WELCOME KIT | PODCAST
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Work at VA, join us in our mission to support Veterans
VA Careers "Talk About It Tuesday" LinkedIn Live broadcast on July 27th features special guest Angie Weldon, Director, Human Capital Management Operations, Office of Information and Technology. Join our broadcast at noon to hear Ms. Weldon discuss IT Careers at VA.
The monthly VA Careers Virtual Open House will feature law enforcement careers on Wednesday, July 28. Participants can also meet with VA recruiters to learn about available nursing and physician careers. Seats are limited.
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Events this Week
Jul. 22 - Financial Education- Investing featuring Military Officers of America Jul. 22 - Airborne Hazards and Burn Pits Listening Session Jul. 23 - Atlanta - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution Jul. 27 - IT Career Opportunities at VA Jul. 27 - Suicide Prevention Training for Communities Jul. 28 - VA Careers: Law Enforcement, Nursing and Physician jobs Jul. 28 - G.I. Jobs Virtual Career Expo Jul. 28 - Military to Manufacturing: National Fluid Power Assoc. Hiring Event
Extreme heat assistance available for Veterans experiencing homelessness
American Forces Travel site now open to eligible Veterans
The Department of Defense announced sixteen million honorably discharged Veterans will now be able to access the American Forces Travel website. On average, customers save 35-40% compared to commercial travel pricing by using AFT. This includes discounted rates on hotels (up to 60%), airfare, rental cars, vacation packages, event tickets and cruises.
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What's your best Camping, Hunting, or Hiking story? Share on RallyPoint for a chance to Win 1 of 5 $100 Cabela's Gift Cards!
Free self development eCourse now available from Travis Manion Foundation
Are you thriving? If not, now’s the time. This is the perfect tool for Veterans looking to create actionable goals to achieve success in their careers and well-being.
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VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine
Apple Music 4 months free for service members
Four months free for new subscribers only. Other eligible subscribers get one month free. Code expires on August 1, 2021. Subscription plan automatically renews after the free offer period at $9.99 per month, unless cancelled at least 24 hours before trial ends.
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Online scheduling – manage community care appointments online at the click of a button
Create a free account and get discovered by Veteran employers here: RallyPoint.com/Jobs
POST A JOB
All Veterans can stand together to overcome whatever challenges they may face
Borne the Battle: Marine and Emmy Award Winner Rick Robinson
Listen to this episode to hear how Robinson went from being just another film student in Hollywood to working on some of the most popular films and touring with some of the biggest music stars of his time.
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Join VA with a Virtual Internship
Guidefitter Up to 40% off hunting, fishing, and outdoor gear from hundreds of brands
Take 5 Oil Change 25% off oil change for Active Duty and Veterans
North Face – 10% off online and in-store. Available for active military, reservists, Veterans, spouses and dependents
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VA is here for you.
1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number
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
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