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IMPORTANT! The PACT Act is here to stay, and Veterans and survivors can apply anytime for the benefits they’ve earned. But if you file your PACT Act claim or submit your intent to file (takes minutes) TONIGHT at VA.gov/PACT, you may be eligible for the maximum possible backpay.

Due to high traffic on VA.gov, some Veterans and survivors are receiving error messages when submitting their intent to file PACT Act claims. If you receive one of these messages, don’t worry! We have logged your intent to file and saved your effective date for benefits. No Veteran or survivor will miss out on a single day of benefits due to this issue.


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Combat Veterans, Former Pro Athletes Join to Support One Another 

Merging Vets and Players (MVP) is a free weekly peer support program that brings combat Veterans and former professional athletes together at fitness facilities and community events across the country.

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Free Entry to Win in RallySweeps: $1,000 in Amazon Gift Cards

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Upcoming Events

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COMMUNITY

Brick by Brick Esports Stream – Aug 9
Hiring Our Heroes: Construction and Manufacturing Virtual Hiring Fair – Aug 16
Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing featuring Amazon – Aug 16
Job Fair at Fort Liberty – Aug 17
Vetrepreneur Franchise Workshop (Online) – Aug 17
Soldiers' Angels Military and Veteran Food Distribution (San Antonio) – Aug 17
Tribal Veteran Outreach Symposium – Aug 17


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PACT ACT EVENTS

South Carolina Veterans Experience Action Center (VEAC) Claims Clinic – Aug 10
Clarksville TN Summer VetFest – Aug 10
Veterans Benefit Seminar (Milford, CT) – Aug 15
Veterans Benefit Seminar (Culver City, CA) – Aug 15
Veterans Benefit Seminar (Oshkosh, WI) – Aug 16
McKean County Pennsylvania Fair – Aug 16


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Summer Travel Discounts for Veterans

Check out the latest travel discounts for Veterans from MWR's online leisure travel website American Forces Travel.

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Veterans Shop and Save at the Commissary to Make Your Summer Sizzle

Commissaries are offering significant summer savings to help turn up your next backyard barbecue. This year's “The Thrill of The Grill” summer promotion runs at commissaries worldwide through Sept. 10. 

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Free, Online Peer Support Can Help Veterans Find Emotional Resilience

Volunteers of America's ReST 4 Vets is a free, confidential peer support process that helps Veterans gain emotional resilience.

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Tips and Tricks to Secure Your Clicks  

Passwords are often the only locks on your online accounts. Learn about adding multi-factor authentication and other tips to block more than 99.9 percent of cyber-attacks.

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The Power of Validation: How to Support the Supporters

"I had been a caregiver for over a decade before I realized I was one. When I discussed these roles, I had always said 'I am just being a mom', 'I am just being a wife', '…a daughter', '…a granddaughter.'” Read how one woman's journey led her to find support and give support to others like her. 

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It’s VCS’s Birthday, and We Have Gifts for You

Celebrate 77 years of Veterans Canteen Service with in-store specials through Friday, Aug. 11. VCS has served the VA community since 1946, providing reasonably priced merchandise and services essential to the comfort and well-being of Veterans enrolled in VA health care and their families. It’s our birthday, and you’re invited! Sign up for VCS emails to get a peek at the next birthday deal.

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Businesses Should Pick from Veteran Talent Pool


Veteran Jobs

Technology & Engineering

Share Point Program Manager (Ft Liberty, NC)
Sr IT System Product Developer (Ft Liberty, NC)
Systems Trainer (Ft Liberty, NC)
Sr Automation and Controls (Tonganoxie, KS)

Agriculture & Technical Jobs

Maintenance Technician I (Athens, GA)
Supply Chain Manager (Florence, KY)
Production Supervisor (Salina, KS)
Maintenance Technician (Tonganoxie, KS)
Controls Technician (Salina, KS and Stilwell, OK)
Senior Technical Maintenance Manager (Florence, KY)
Piper Aircraft - CNC Machine Operator (Vero Beach, FL)
Skookum - Automotive Worker (Lakewood, WA)

Security and Law Enforcement

County of Hawaii - Police Officer I Recruit (HI)

Social Services & Medical

Case Worker (Lincoln, NE)


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Timberland 10% off select styles online with valid credentials. Available for active military, Veterans, reservists, spouses and dependents.

Vet Tix Free tickets to various events for active military, Veterans and immediate family members of troops killed in action.

Sunglass Hut 15% off discount.

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Find a VA facility near you.

 FACILITY LOCATOR

VA is here for you.

1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411) 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


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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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