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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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Borne the Battle Podcast: Army, Air Force, WWII, 100 Year Old Veteran Fannie Griffin McClendon
Fannie served with the only overseas All-Black Women’s Army BN unit known as the Six Triple Eight. Listen as Fannie shares how the unit persevered through hardships while
unclogging the mail system in England so frontline troops were delivered letters from their loved ones back home, which was integral in the Allied Victory. She also discusses how the battalion will soon be honored with a congressional gold medal.
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Events this Week
Oct. 07 #VetResources Check-in: LGBTQ+ Veterans
Oct. 07 Creating Calmness Workshop
Oct. 08 #VetResources Check-in: Volunteering and being of service
Oct. 12 Yoga4Caregivers
Oct. 13 Military to Manufacturing: Johnson & Johnson
Team RWB Runners carry Old Glory through Virginia
Team RWB's Old Glory Relay, is an epic 62-day journey running, walking, and hiking the American flag from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA. Today, the flag is moving through Richmond, VA, and will complete 1089 total miles moved. It's not too late to join the effort virtually or in person along the route.
"It was a humbling experience, thinking about this flag started in NYC and where it's going to end up. If you do just a small part of it, you are a small part of this big thing. It's amazing," Max. G.
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VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine
Waves of Honor offers free and discounted tickets for Veterans and military
Offers vary at different SeaWorld locations with discounts up to 50% off or free passes for Veterans and active duty military. Click on each location for more specific information and offers.
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If you owe money to VA for an overpayment related to Veterans benefits or medical debt, here is what you need to know
COVID-19 Vaccine: Pregnant of Breastfeeding?
Question: Can I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I’m pregnant or have recently been pregnant?
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Hear Vietnam Veterans discuss their experiences with PTSD
Afghanistan Response: The power of community
Across the nation, people are helping support the resettlement of Afghanistan refugees and allies by donating goods and services, bringing awareness and advocacy for Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) and sharing information on how to help.
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COVID-19 Survey: I received a vaccine / I have not received a vaccine
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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
Vet Centers: 1-877-927-8387
Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat
White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311
Download the VA Welcome Kit
Find a VA facility near you.
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Disclaimer: The sharing of any non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services on the part of the VA.
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If you are having thoughts of suicide, call 1-800-273-8255, then PRESS 1 or visit http://www.veteranscrisisline.net/.
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