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New, Easier-to-Remember Veterans Crisis Line Number

No Veteran should go through a crisis alone. Save the new Veterans Crisis Line number—Dial 988 then Press 1—in your phone in case you or a Veteran loved one needs support.

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Upcoming Events

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July 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. - Veteran Engagement Sessions for 1990-91 Gulf War Veterans
July 21, 6-7:30 p.m. - Marketing Strategies for Your Small Business
July 21, 7-8:30 p.m. - Creating Calmness
July 22, 9-10:30 a.m. - Challenges Facing Military and Veteran Children
July 27, 12-4 p.m. - Virtual Career Expo
July 27, 3-4 p.m. - Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing
July 27, 6-9 p.m. - Virtual Franchise Conference

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VA Disability 2023 Increase?

Is VA disability compensation going up in 2023? In this episode of theSITREP, hear how current Cost of Living projections could mean a significant increase for Veterans and their dependents.

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Gulf War Veterans’ Engagement Session July 21

If you are a 1990-91 Gulf War Veteran with questions or concerns about Gulf War Illness, join the online listening session July 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET. 

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Veterans Canteen Service $1,000 Giveaway

Sign up for your FREE ShopVCS.com account, and you could win $1,000 to spend on summer essentials.

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Donate Food at Commissaries to Help Feds Feed Families

The Defense Commissary Agency is on a mission to collect food donations for families in need through the annual Feds Feed Families food drive, and it’s calling on customers, including eligible Veterans, to make it a success.

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Pension Poaching: Learn to Spot Scammers and Who You Can Trust for Support

Pension poaching is a financial hoax used by scammers to defraud Veterans, survivors and their families who are potentially eligible for VA pension benefits. If you currently receive a VA pension or are thinking about applying for one, learn how to spot and avoid poachers.


Learn more about experiencing guilt, treatment options, self-help tools, and resources to help you move past guilt.


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VA Digital Media is Looking for College Interns. Apply now!

Interested in helping create articles, blogs and social media content for VA? VA’s Digital Media Engagement team is looking for college interns. Learn more about this opportunity and apply now.

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Veteran Jobs

Principle Software Engineer - Remote
SAP Business Systems Analyst - Phoenix, AZ, Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC
Account Executive - Miami metro, FL
Accounts Receivable - Miami metro, FL
Production Supervisor - Marshfield, WI
Regional Sales Manager DoD - Remote
Data Center Site Coordinator - Remote, CA, WA, NV, OR
Driver Installation Specialist - Houston, TX
Yard Supervisor - Christiana, TN
Multiple opportunities for Veterans nationwide
Sysco - Sygma Delivery Driver - IL
Bonnie Plants - Senior Corporate Accountant - AL
Full Service Chimney - Repair Service Technician, Registered Apprenticeship - KS


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Win $100 Gift Card by Answering the Following Question:

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Update Your Address and Contact Information Online

Are you moving, currently receiving benefits or prescriptions, or enrolled in VA health care and want to know how to change your address? You can update your personal contact information anytime, anywhere through VA.gov. Log in or create a free VA.gov account today!

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Mission BBQ FREE sandwich for Korean War Veterans on July 27 in honor of Korean War Veterans Armistice Day.

Baseball Hall of Fame $19 admission for Veterans. Free admission for active and retired career military.

Tiffany 10% off engagement rings and wedding bands. The engagement discount is available in the U.S. only.

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Find a VA facility near you.

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VA is here for you.

1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number

Veterans Crisis Line988 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


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