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More than 200 Memorial Day Events
As we honor and remember fallen service members this Memorial Day weekend, VA cemeteries and communities will be hosting events across the country. Check out the full list sorted by state.
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Survivors & Caregivers Together: Memorial Day Q&A
On May 23 at 1 pm ET, VA and our community partners will be available to answer questions about survivor resources, benefits, caregiver support and memorial affairs.
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ICYMI: VA Secretary Hosts Town Hall with Veterans
VA Secretary Denis McDonough met with Veterans and answered a variety of questions during a live town hall from the Cleveland VA on May 15. Watch the recording of the town hall and read some of the questions and answers.
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Memorial Day Weekend Deals on Shop VCS.com
This Memorial Day weekend, we’re unloading massive deals on over 100 brands on ShopVCS.com. Plus, get 10% off next-day, prescription contacts with code VCS10, and get an extra $10 off tires May 24-31.
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 All honorably discharged Veterans are eligible for the online military exchange shopping benefit, and Veterans with disabilities have in-store military exchange, commissary and MWR resale facility shopping privileges. Learn more about your exchange shopping benefits.
Find Your Sport with VA's Adaptive Sports and Arts Programs
Did you know VA offers sports and creative arts programs at VA facilities nationwide? Check out this episode of the New Horizons in Health podcast and learn more about the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, one of many opportunities for Veterans interested in sports and art programs.
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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week
Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of 19 jobs and seven upcoming job fairs, including Chicago, IL – Corporate Accounting Analyst.
Speaking Civilian: Taking Military Jargon Off Your Resume
Removing military jargon from your resume is an important part of transitioning to a civilian career. Try these tips.
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Finding New Passions Through Treatment
Be inspired by Veterans who improved their mental health through treatment and self-help and are living fuller lives today. During Mental Health Month, learn how Shannon, Dennis, Courtney and Michael discovered their own unique ways of healing.
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Take the time and become a mentor for Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). The TAPS Peer Mentor Program equips survivors, at least 18 months past their loss, with the tools and skills needed to serve as a mentor to fellow survivors looking for support from someone who truly understands the unique aspects of military tragedy and who has walked in their shoes. A peer mentor is there to listen, to be a friend, and to celebrate the personal triumphs in your grief journey.
- For those Veterans in the workforce, do you list your military experience on a resume? Answers Here >
- Am I a Vietnam Veteran even if I did not put feet on the ground in Vietnam? And is it wrong for me to wear a Vietnam Veteran's cap? Answers Here >
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20% Off at Walgreens Memorial Day Weekend
Walgreens is offering a 20% discount to all Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their immediate family members, May 24-27. Customers with a myWalgreens membership and valid proof of service will receive 20% off regularly priced products at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore nationwide. Exclusions and restrictions may apply.
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WellnessMats 25% off entire purchase.
Get discounted tickets to the 2024 Military Basketball Association Championship game on May 26 at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia.
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