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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Plan Your Spring Break Getaway

Get away this spring with 20% off select resorts starting Feb. 7 through Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC). AFVC is a free membership travel club for all active, retired and Veteran military members.



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Upcoming Events

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*JOB FAIRS*



Fort Liberty, NC - Military Community Hiring Event Job Fair – Feb 1 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) MOAA Virtual Career Fair and Hiring Event – Feb 7 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics Hiring Fair – Feb 7 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Career Opportunities at Wells Fargo – Feb 7 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]



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*COMMUNITY*



(Online) Brick by Brick Esports – Jan 31 [ [link removed] ]
Onslow County, NC - Kelley Hamilton Veterans Standdown – Feb 6 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Black History Month Virtual Outreach Symposium – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Alaska VA Women Veterans Town Hall – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]



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*RESOURCES*



Madison, WI - Women's Heart Health Fair – Feb 2 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Vetrepreneur Franchise Workshop – Feb 2 [ [link removed] ]
New Gloucester, ME - Veterans Benefits Seminar – Feb 4 [ [link removed] ]
Evansville, IN - Veteran Resource Fair – Feb 7 [ [link removed] ]
Schertz, TX - Veterans Benefits Seminar – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]







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Spread the Word: VA Disability Compensation Outreach Kit 

Many Veterans are eligible for life-changing disability compensation benefits from VA, but they may not know how to get them. Use this outreach kit to help Veterans get the benefits they've earned.



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*The Affordable Connectivity Program will stop accepting new applications and enrollments Feb. 7, 2024, in anticipation of a funding expiration in April 2024. It’s unclear if this program will be renewed or not.  [ [link removed] ]*

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Valentine’s Day Sales Continue: Up to 40% off on ShopVCS.com

Veterans can still access exclusive discounts and save on orders that will make it home in time for your Valentine. Along with exclusive deals on brands like Ray-Ban, Brooks Running, and Crocs, members can get a free pair of Ruby Fashion earrings with any other qualified jewelry purchase from ShopVCS.



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Grant Funding Applications Open Now for Organizations Working to Prevent Veteran Suicide

VA recently announced the availability of $52.5 million in funding for grants to organizations that provide or coordinate suicide prevention services for Veterans and their families. Applications are due by April 26, 2024 at 11:59 pm ET.



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Organizations Can Apply Now for Adaptive Sports Grant

VA is accepting applications from organizations now through March 27, 2024 at 3 pm ET for the VA Adaptive Sports Grant Program. Funding provides adaptive sports and therapeutic recreational opportunities in the community for disabled Veterans and members of the armed forces.



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Prep for College Success at a Free Academic Boot Camp

Warrior-Scholar Project [ [link removed] ] offers Veterans and service members free one- and two-week academic boot camps at college campuses nationwide. These academic boot camps are designed to prepare you for college the same way boot camp prepared you for the military.



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Getting Back to Nature

Courtney, a Marine Corps Veteran, sustained an injury during service that required multiple surgeries. The experience left her feeling robbed of her identity. Read about how VA treatment and being outdoors helped her manage her mental health.



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At VA, Innovation Means Better Care, Better Careers 

By encouraging new ideas from employees, VA embraces innovation to pave the path toward better health care outcomes and careers for Veterans. 



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*Veteran Peer Q&A Corner*

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Can I update my DD214 with an interim award memo? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*


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[ [link removed] ]In what order should the service songs be played when performing the Armed Forces Medley? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*


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[ [link removed] ]Can I make a claim for disability associated with a botched surgery at VA after I left the service? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Veteran Jobs

*Technology & Engineering*

Colorado Springs, CO - *Space Systems Engineers & Analysts* [ [link removed] ]
Pryorz, OK - *Infrastructure Technician* [ [link removed] ]

*Business & Finance** *

*Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands – Nationwide [ [link removed] ]
*DC Metro and Fayetteville, NC - *Manager and Senior Manager Audit Roles* [ [link removed] ]
San Antonio TX - *Account Coordinator* [ [link removed] ]

*Security & Technical*

Washington, DC - *Background Investigator* [ [link removed] ]
Philadelphia, PA - *Distribution Construction Supervisor* [ [link removed] ]

*Legal & Medical*

Dallas, TX - *Police Officer*, Critical Skills Incentive (VA) [ [link removed] ]
Tomah, WI - *Registered Nurse*, Long Term Care (VA) [ [link removed] ]
Leavenworth, KS - *Pharmacy Technician* (VA) [ [link removed] ]

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

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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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O’Reilly Auto Parts [ [link removed] ] 10% discount on in-store items for Active Duty, Veterans and families.

Apple [ [link removed] ] 10% off products and accessories with ID.me.

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



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*VA News: *


* Digital dentistry at Orlando VA: Transforming patient care [ [link removed] ]
* Helping Veterans with healthy weight management [ [link removed] ]
* What can VA disability compensation do for you? [ [link removed] ]
* 2023 VA Federal Benefits Booklet: Unlocking a wealth of support for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* A caregiver’s journey with VA Chaplain Services [ [link removed] ]
* LA VA Food Security Committee helps Veterans access healthy food [ [link removed] ]
* Eye care goes mobile for West Texas Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Caregiver Support Line celebrates 1 million calls [ [link removed] ]
* VA’s investments in employees result in innovation [ [link removed] ]
* North Texas community supports Veteran food pantry [ [link removed] ]
* VA engineers provide best Veteran patient experience [ [link removed] ]
* Protect your online information when using My HealtheVet and VA apps [ [link removed] ]
* Couples workshop helps Veterans strengthen relationships [ [link removed] ]
* Keeping your VA benefits safe from identity theft and fraud [ [link removed] ]
* Improving communication and access for prosthetic limbs [ [link removed] ]
* #LiveWholeHealth #206: White Chicken Chili, comfort for body and mind [ [link removed] ]
* Podcast-hosting web platform specializes in 'Giving Veterans a Voice’ [ [link removed] ]
* The link between sexual violence and suicide [ [link removed] ]
* Make 2024 the year you join VA, starting with these February events [ [link removed] ]





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Download the VA Welcome Kit

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Find a VA facility near you.

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VA is here for you.

1-800-MyVA411 [ tel:18006982411 ] (1-800-698-2411 [ tel:18006982411 ]) is always the right number

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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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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