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Free Flu Shot at VA or In-network Retail Pharmacies

It's time to get a flu shot. Eligible Veterans can get a no-cost flu shot from a nearby VA clinic or choose from one of nearly 70,000 in-network retail pharmacies and urgent care walk-in locations. To locate a VA medical facility, in-network urgent care or retail pharmacy near you, use the VA locator.

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Upcoming Events

(All times ET unless noted)

Sept. 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Virtual Job Fair and Networking Event
Sept. 8, 1-2 p.m. – Small Business Administration Resources for Veterans
Sept. 8, 1-2 p.m. – VetXL National Q&A Chat: Environmental Exposures and Burn Pits
Sept. 8, 3-4:30 p.m. – The State of Military and Veteran Families in the United States
Sept. 8, 7-8:15 p.m. – Arthritis and the Military: Getting the Best Possible Care
Sept. 8, 8-9 p.m. – Sharing the Journey Online Support Group
Sept. 12, 12-1 p.m. – Sharing the Journey Online Support Group
Sept. 14, 1-1:15 p.m. – Wellbeing You - 15 Minutes of Wellbeing Practice
Sept. 14, 3-4 p.m. – Online Caregiver Chat
Sept. 14, 7-8 p.m. – Building Better Caregivers
Sept. 15 – The Posse Veterans Program 2023 Cohort Scholarship Applications

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Volunteers Needed Sept. 9 for National Day of Service Marking 21st Anniversary of 9/11

Volunteer opportunities are available at more than 60 VA national cemeteries on Sept. 9. Find a participating VA cemetery near you and register in advance for the National Day of Service. 

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Public Service Loan Forgiveness Applications Must be Submitted by Oct. 31, 2022

Eligible Veterans, active-duty service members and others can erase their student loans through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

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Scammers are Targeting Veterans to Access Their PACT Act Benefits

On August 10, President Biden signed the PACT Act into law. This bill helps millions of Veterans and their survivors, but scammers are now targeting them for their benefits. Download tips (PDF) to avoid these scams.

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Learn more about traumatic brain injury (TBI), treatment options, self-help tools and resources to manage the effects of TBI.


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Free Online Art and Writing Workshops

Community Building Art Works builds healthy and connected communities through online art and writing workshops led by professional artists. Their free online workshop for military families, Veterans and caregivers meets on select Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. ET.

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Find Caregiver Support

Each VA medical facility has a trained and qualified local Caregiver Support Program team that delivers support and service referrals. Local teams share valuable resources to inform and support caregivers.

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Are You Vaccinated Against COVID-19 and Have You Received a Booster? Take This Short Survey and Help Us Improve VA Services.


Veteran Jobs

Sawdey Solution Services - Technical Support Analyst, ABMS - VA
Mister Sparky Electric - Multiple Roles - PA
Excelsior Ambulance Service - Multiple roles and locations
Associate Project Manager - Arlington, VA
Recruiter Connect Specialist - WFH Remote
Buyer - Tulsa, OK
DevOps Engineer - Remote
IT Analyst Eden Prairie, MN
Data Analyst - DC/Hybrid
Operations Manager - Augusta, GA
Sales Representative - Cleveland, OH
Vinyl Record Maintenance Specialist - Nashville, TN
Logistics Specialist - Sarasota, FL
Cybersecurity Consultant   - Remote
Over 100 vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide


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Share Your Compassion and Understanding as a VA Social Worker

VA is hiring social workers. From small clinics in rural communities to large medical centers in metropolitan areas, there are a wide range of opportunities for social workers at VA.

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Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors.

 POST FREE JOB


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Princess Cruises Up to $250 of free onboard spending money on all cruises.

Guidefitter Up to 40% off hunting, fishing and outdoor gear from hundreds of brands.

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VA Welcome Kit

Download the VA Welcome Kit

 VA WELCOME KIT

 

Find a VA facility near you.

 FACILITY LOCATOR

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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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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