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Flu shots have arrived! Protect yourself and your community by getting a flu vaccine today.
Who is eligible? Enrolled Veterans over the age of 18 and VA employees.
What flu vaccines are available? Standard dose and high dose flu vaccines are available. High dose vaccines are recommended for everyone age 65 and older.
Where can Veterans get their flu shot?
1) Ask for a flu shot in any clinic.
2) Use our on-line VA locator to search for other locations.
Whole Health integrates complementary and integrative health approaches with conventional medical treatments. These approaches, sometimes referred to as CIH, may include meditation, guided imagery, acupuncture, biofeedback, clinical hypnosis, tai chi/qigong, yoga, and massage therapy. To find out about CIH and other Whole Health services, contact your local VA facility and ask for the Whole Health point of contact. Many CIH approaches can be done on your own! For example, follow along with this video and give yourself a head and neck massage to reduce tension and help you Live Whole Health.
 Please take the 2023 CHALENG Survey!
"Project CHALENG (Community Homelessness Assessment, Local Education and Networking Groups) unites homeless service providers, advocates, Veterans and concerned citizens toward the goal of meeting the evolving needs of Veterans who are homeless.
This process describes the needs of homeless Veterans, identifies the barriers they face in obtaining permanent housing and works to resolve them through planning and cooperative action."
More about Project CHALENG
Disability Community Resource Center's (DCRC) Peer Specialist Training (PST) is a certificate program by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. A free class for adults who have lived experience with mental health disabilities wanting to begin a career in the social services field. It includes training on evidence-based practices and the 12 core competencies required by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Now Registering for the October 2, 2023, through November 16, 2023, training.
The first date to sign up for the class will be on September 11, 2023. The last date to sign-up will be on September 22, 2023.
Classes meet on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays over an 8-week commitment from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students will spend 5 hours a day in class setting totaling 120 class hours. After completion of the course, students will receive a letter of completion on the last date of class which will be on graduation date. After which students will be required to find their own internship for a total of 96 hours (non-paid) at an agency of your choice as long as it meets the requirements of the Department of Mental Health (DMH)
Program eligibility:
- Adults age 18 or older who:
- have achieved wellness with their mental health disability and/or
- recover from alcohol or substances for a minimum of 2 years
- have a high school diploma or GED, and
- can demonstrate basic computer literacy/proficiency and have a working computer, laptop or tablet.
US Veterans encouraged to apply
If you meet the eligibility criteria and if you are ready for the above commitment, call to set up an interview with:
John Albarran, Peer Support Training Coordinator at 310-390-3611, ext. 230 or email john@dcrc.co
Please include your contact information, such as complete name and phone number.
First come, first served! Call us now to enroll.
 
 Hey there, Veterans, caregivers, family, and friends! Are you ready to make a difference and learn how to prevent suicide? Then mark your calendars for September 12th and join us at VA Long Beach's Suicide Prevention Awareness Month event! We'll teach you the S.A.V.E. steps to help someone in crisis and provide games, refreshments, and giveaways. Plus, you can show off your new skills and win some awesome prizes! Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact. Join us on September 12, 2023, from 10am-1pm at the Patriot Cafe. See you there!
 Attention Women Veterans!
Join us in our focus group! We want to hear your feedback on your VA health care experience.
Date: 9/13/2023
Time: 11-12pm
Please RSVP to participate to:
Laurie Rudisill
Women Veteran Program Manager
562-826-5617
 Check out our Veterans Benefits Administration Monthly Claims Clinic Friday, September 22nd from 8am-3pm in Building 165, Room D101 ("The Egg")!
Get help with supplemental claims, increased claims, and original claims.
Walk-Ins Only.
If you can't make our clinic, use the VBA Appointment Scheduler
 The Veteran Social Connection provides Veterans with an opportunity to meet and socialize in a safe environment. These events also expose Veterans to the different educational and recreational programs offered through the VA Long Beach Healthcare System.
Come out and join us on Friday, September 29, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Canteen Patio, bldg. 165.
 The Veterans Legal Institute is partnering with VA Long Beach for a Legal Clinic on Friday, October 6th from 9AM - 12PM in Building 165, Rm C209B at VA Long Beach!
Call 714-852-3492 for guidance on the application process and to determine eligibility to attend the clinic. Please specify the type of legal assistance you are seeking.
Please note that all Veterans must complete the online application found on www.vetslegal.org prior to attending the clinic (at the beginning of the description of your matter, type ("VA LONG BEACH CLINIC APPOINTMENT REQUESTED.")
*Please bring a copy of your DD214 if you have it available
 Veterans Legal Institute is holding a general legal clinic on October 27 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, Building 165, Rm. D101 "The Egg".
Speak with a volunteer attorney about your legal questions, including eviction, discharge upgrades, family law, bankruptcy, expungements, and other areas.
Call (714) 852-3492 to make an appointment.
 
VA Caregiver Support Line
1-855-260-3274 toll-free
Dial 988 then press 1
Text 838255
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