Fulfilling the Dreams of Terminally Ill Veterans



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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ]?*is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.*
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*Next PACT Act deadline Sept. 30: Direct Health Care Enrollment*

Veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health care and left the military between Sept. 11, 2001, and Oct. 1, 2013, are eligible to enroll directly in VA health care through the PACT Act. This special enrollment period ends at 11:59 p.m. local time on Sept. 30, 2023. *APPLY NOW! [ [link removed] ]*

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*Connect with Military Buddies and Join Important Discussions for Veterans and their Families*

RallyPoint is a free virtual hub for military personnel, Veterans and their families. It?s a place where the military community can come together, share stories, exchange advice and reconnect with old friends.?

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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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*JOB FAIRS*

Boston Veterans Job Fair ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]
Military Community Job Fair at Fort Riley ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]



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*COMMUNITY*

9/11 Memorial Stadium Stair Climb at Clemson University ? Sep 11 [ [link removed] ]
National Veterans Memorial and Museum Patriot Day Ceremony ? Sep 11 [ [link removed] ]
Gary Sinise Lt. Dan Band Concert (Erie, PA) ? Sep 11 [ [link removed] ]
Hispanic and Latino Veteran Outreach, Engagement, and Enrollment ? Sep 13 [ [link removed] ]
West Texas VA Women Veterans Town Hall (Online) ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]
Veteran Creative Arts Festival & Resource Fair (Butler, PA) ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]



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*RESOURCES*

PACT Act Claims Filing (College Park, GA) ? Sep 8 [ [link removed] ]
Veterans Benefits Seminar (Antioch, CA) ? Sep 9 [ [link removed] ]
6th Annual Hero's Journey Symposium ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]
National Resource Directory Overview (Online) ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]
"Revitalizing Caregivers: The Power of Respite" ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]
Arthritis and the Military: The Mental Health-Pain Connection ? Sep 14 [ [link removed] ]



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Get Your Tickets on ShopVCS.com

Veterans get exclusive discounts on admission to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios, SeaWorld and more. Sign up for ShopVCS.com to verify your Veteran status and access your theme park deals. Plus, enjoy savings on hotels, rental cars, live sports, concerts and more. Don't book travel or entertainment without checking ShopVCS first!

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*This U.S. Army Veteran felt depressed and had thoughts of suicide after transitioning to civilian life. Learn how he found resilience and support through PTSD therapy and a community of fellow Veterans. [ [link removed] ]*

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Free Livestream and Open Super Smash Bros. Tournament for Veterans

Cheer on other Veterans and military gamers by livestreaming the fun or join the competition at the Warrior GMR VA Duel of Champions, Sept. 16-17 in Ashburn, Virginia!?

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Renew Your Medicaid or CHIP Coverage

Health insurance is important! If you use Medicaid or CHIP, be sure to watch your mailbox for a renewal notice from your state. When it comes, complete the forms and send them back right away to avoid losing coverage.

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Fulfilling the Dreams of Terminally Ill Veterans

The Dreams for Veterans program honors the service of Veterans, service members and their families by fulfilling their final dream, providing them, their families and caregivers inspiration, comfort and closure at the end of life.

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*Veteran Suicide Prevention Grant Funding - Submit Proposals by Sept. 14 [ [link removed] ]*

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Join Blue Star Welcome Week Sept. 23-Oct. 1

Attend events, volunteer or offer everyday gestures of kindness during?*Blue Star Welcome Week. *Created by Blue Star Families, the week of Sept. 23 to Oct. 1 helps?ensure that Veterans and military families always feel connected, supported and empowered to thrive?in every community across the nation.

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Veteran Jobs [ [link removed] ]

*Technology & Engineering*

*Senior Automation & Controls Specialist*?(Tonganoxie, KS) [ [link removed] ]
*Software Engineer?*(Richardson, TX) [ [link removed] ]
*Controls Technician?*(Salina, KS & Stilwell, OK) [ [link removed] ]
*State of Washington - Facilities Operations and Project Coordinator* (Lacey, WA) [ [link removed] ]

*Administrative & Business Jobs*

*Material Handler / Delivery Driver (Non-CDL)?*(Cedar Park, TX) [ [link removed] ]
*Franchise Opportunity: FIELD OPS Athletic Field Striping Franchise?*(Nationwide) [ [link removed] ]
*Franchise Opportunity: G-FORCE Parking Lot Striping Franchise?*(Nationwide) [ [link removed] ]
*Franchise Opportunity: MACH ONE Epoxy Flooring Franchise?*(Nationwide) [ [link removed] ]
*Franchise Opportunity: PAINT CORPS House Painting Franchise?*(Nationwide) [ [link removed] ]
*Accounting Clerk?*(Youngstown, OH) [ [link removed] ]
*Tax Specialist?*(St. Paul, MN) [ [link removed] ]

*Security and Law Enforcement*

*Unarmed Security Officer *(Dunwoody, GA) [ [link removed] ]
*ATF -?Industry Operations Investigator* (Birmingham, AL) [ [link removed] ]
*South Carolina Department of Corrections -?Account Technician* (Bennettsville, SC) [ [link removed] ]

*Social Services & Medical*

*US Army TAP Career Skills Program (CSP) Administrator *(Ft Stewart, GA) [ [link removed] ]
*US Army TAP Financial Counselor *(Ft Bliss, TX)*
* [ [link removed] ]*Strength and Conditioning Coach *(Multiple locations) [ [link removed] ]

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Princess Cruises [ [link removed]? ]?Up to $250 of free onboard spending money on all cruises.

Guidefitter [ [link removed] ]?Up to 40% off hunting, fishing and outdoor gear from hundreds of brands.

The Facets Collection [ [link removed] ]?10% off all jewelry and 5% off all engagement rings and loose diamonds.

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*VA News:?*


* Visit these events to get the scoop on VA jobs from our recruiters [ [link removed] ]
* Gulf War Illness Research Advisory Committee set for September [ [link removed] ]
* VA and Rockefeller Foundation collaborate to expand access to food for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Polish your resume: VA needs environmental service technicians [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #185: Hello body! [ [link removed] ]
* Veteran with Multiple Sclerosis determined to make the best of his life [ [link removed] ]
* A caregiver finds support through VA and her community [ [link removed] ]
* End-of-Life planning: Prepare for the future with VA [ [link removed] ]
* New leaders focus on quality of care for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Five tips on how to engage with homeless Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* San Angelo VA Clinic renamed to honor local military couple [ [link removed] ]
* Trends in heat-related illnesses among Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Recognizing the hard work of our VA employees this Labor Day [ [link removed] ]
* North Texas VA?s new Fast-Track Operations Center [ [link removed] ]
* Know your body, know the symptoms of uterine cancer [ [link removed] ]
* Lonnie Bedwell becomes first blind Veteran to summit Everest [ [link removed] ]
* Comprehensive Work Therapy helps Veteran beat substance abuse [ [link removed] ]
* Telehealth fosters healing among survivors of military sexual trauma [ [link removed] ]
* My VA Images app helps VA amputee clinic provide Veterans care [ [link removed] ]
* VA neuropsychologists coordinate bilingual virtual care [ [link removed] ]
* Reconnecting Parkinson?s patients through drumming [ [link removed] ]
* Put your powers of organization to use as a VA contract specialist [ [link removed] ]

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Veterans Crisis Line [ [link removed] ]:?988 [ tel:988 ] and press 1, Chat [ [link removed] ], or Text 838255
Vet Centers [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-927-8387 [ tel:18779278387 ]
Homeless Veteran Resources [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-424-3838 [ tel:18774243838 ]?or Chat [ [link removed] ]

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