How Can We Reduce Veteran Suicide? Share Your Thoughts, Experiences About Veteran Mental Health





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Resort and Hotel Deals from Armed Forces Vacation Club 

Find your next vacation destination from Armed Forces Vacation Club, a free membership one-stop shop for all your vacation needs with exclusive discounts on resorts, hotels and more.



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How Can We Reduce Veteran Suicide? 

You can help VA save the lives of fellow Veterans by providing your input and letting us know your experiences. Visit the link below to share your experiences, concerns and thoughts around Veteran mental health.



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Upcoming Events

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Tune in to the *Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.) Bowl [ [link removed] ]* Oct. 5 at 4 pm ET and watch U.S. and UK military teams compete for the C.O.D.E. Bowl title.  



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Vetrepreneur Franchise Workshop (Online) – Oct 6 [ [link removed] ]
Veteran Training in Defense Manufacturing Summit – Oct 10 [ [link removed] ]
Military Spouse Employers Webinar – Oct 11 [ [link removed] ]
Tampa Veterans Job Fair – Oct 12 [ [link removed] ]
G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop (Online) – Oct 12 [ [link removed] ]
Greater Los Angeles Veterans Job Fair – Oct 12 [ [link removed] ]



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*RESOURCES*



Townhall for Veterans (Los Angeles, CA) – Oct 5 [ [link removed] ]
Veterans Benefits Seminar (Portland, OR) – Oct 6 [ [link removed] ]
Veterans Benefits Fair (Bensalem, PA) – Oct 6 [ [link removed] ]
PACT Act Informational Event (Philadelphia, PA) – Oct 8 [ [link removed] ]
Veterans Benefits Seminar (Hendersonville, NC) – Oct 10 [ [link removed] ]
Hispanic and Latino Veteran Outreach and Enrollment – Oct 12 [ [link removed] ]







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*Exclusive Discount: Tickets to Military Influencer Conference *

The Military Influencer Conference (MIC) will be hosted at Resorts World in Las Vegas, from November 7-10, 2023. #VetResources subscribers receive an exclusive discount by clicking here [ [link removed] ]!



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*10 Things We Know to Be True about Suicide Loss [ [link removed] ]*

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*Veterans who use the Vet Center say services improved their quality of life. Take this survey and help us reach more Veterans and offer these life changing services. [ [link removed] ]*

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Footwear Deals | ShopVCS.com

Veterans can access exclusive discounts on top footwear brands: Costa, Danner Boots, Brooks Running, Olukai and more. Visit ShopVCS.com to save on over 1,000 footwear deals. With every purchase, Veterans Canteen Service gives back to Veteran programs making a positive impact on their health and wellness.



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*While serving in the U.S. Army, this Veteran experienced depression and anxiety. Hear how she learned tools through therapy to manage her mental health challenges. [ [link removed] ]*

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Help Design the Global War on Terrorism Memorial 

The Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation  announced a first-of-its-kind public input campaign titled, “Help Design History.” [ [link removed] ] The campaign invites the public to share design insight for the memorial, which will be built on a designated site [ [link removed] ] on the National Mall.



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*Take this survey and help VA understand awareness of burial options and end-of-life and survivor benefits. [ [link removed] ]*

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Community Care: Who is Eligible and How You Can Access It

As an eligible Veteran receiving VA health care, you can access private providers, if your VA facility doesn’t offer a specific service or if you can’t get an appointment in a timely manner.



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Are You Caring for Someone With Dementia?

In this video series, learn some caregiver tips and suggestions on how to cope with various aspects of dementia.



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*Veterans’ Organizations Support VA’s Buddy Check Week [ [link removed] ]*

*Learn more about Buddy Check Week and find resources on how to help. [ [link removed] ]*

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

*Special RallySweeps Event! Connecting Veterans and Winning Rewards: National Buddy Check Week on RallyPoint [ [link removed] ]*



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Veteran Jobs

*Technology & Engineering*

*SkillStorm VET TEC Training Program* [ [link removed] ]
*Data Center Operations Technician* (Verona, WI) [ [link removed] ]

*Business & Administrative*

*Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands *(Nationwide) [ [link removed] ]
*Administrative Assistant *(Corona Del Mar, CA) [ [link removed] ]

*Security & Technical Jobs*

*Security Officer (Armed)* (Lake Charles, LA) [ [link removed] ]
*Logistics Specialist 2* (Santa Ana, CA) [ [link removed] ]

*Social Services & Medical*

*Milton Hershey School - Houseparents* (Hershey, PA) [ [link removed] ]
*CareAparent - Caregivers* (Minneapolis, MN) [ [link removed] ]
*US Army TAP *(multiple locations) [ [link removed] ]

Vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide at www.HireMilitary.us [ [link removed] ]

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Take Control of Your Online Safety

Software updates are essential, as they offer a range of benefits that contribute to security, good user experiences and overall well-being. 



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

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NFL Shop [ [link removed] ] 15% off online orders.

Penske [ [link removed] ] 10% off a truck rental.

Alpha Coffee [ [link removed] ] 10% off for all Veterans, plus 10% if you sign up for a subscription for an overall 20% discount.



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*What Are the Best 2023 Veterans Day Discounts? [ [link removed] ]*






*VA News: *


* Health professions trainee introduces military health history to medical students [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #189: Give it a break! [ [link removed] ]
* Five programs to increase your access to telehealth care [ [link removed] ]
* Breast cancer care for deployed Veterans and The SERVICE Act [ [link removed] ]
* COVID-19 report details continuing Veteran health care support [ [link removed] ]
* TeleAudiology team reduce Veterans’ two-hour commute [ [link removed] ]
* Rising above pain with Whole Health [ [link removed] ]
* Service: From Generation to Generation  [ [link removed] ]
* VA partners with NAACP for responsive efforts towards inclusion [ [link removed] ]
* Innovators gather for 2023 VA Immersive Summit [ [link removed] ]
* Remote Patient Monitoring – Home Telehealth coordinator saves Veteran’s life [ [link removed] ]
* Running and walking for suicide prevention [ [link removed] ]
* Immersive technology assists with treatment for PTSD [ [link removed] ]
* SLICE & Simulation showcase helps SimLEARN spread simulation to enhance Veteran care [ [link removed] ]
* North Texas VA stands up ambulance transportation team [ [link removed] ]
* Acupuncture: Ancient methods used by modern-day providers [ [link removed] ]
* Connecting Veterans: success stories from the Pacific Islands VEAC [ [link removed] ]





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Vet Centers [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-927-8387 [ tel:18779278387 ]
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