Virtual Meditation: Stress Reduction, Body Awareness and Quality Sleep





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Become a Podcaster! Free Training 

Learn how to host your own music or talk show. Veterans get free training from Military Broadcast Radio where you'll learn how to use the proper equipment and run a podcast from your desktop, iPhone and mixer. 



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In celebration of VA's National Salute to Veterans Patients Week, please join VA for a Country Concert for Veterans, LIVE from Nashville on February 14, 2024 at 3 p.m. CST. Veterans, service members, and their families can watch LIVE by clicking the link below. This event is made possible by CreatiVets [ [link removed] ]. CreatiVets is dedicated to promoting and using various forms of art to help disabled Veterans cope with service-related trauma. 

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Upcoming Events

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*JOB FAIRS*



(Online) G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Eastern Region Virtual Career Fair for Veterans – Feb 13 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Construction and Manufacturing Virtual Hiring Fair – Feb 14 [ [link removed] ](Online) Heroes Connect: Manufacturing Jobs – Feb 14 [ [link removed] ]



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*COMMUNITY*



(Online) Brick by Brick Esports - Feb 7 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Black History Month Virtual Outreach Symposium – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Alaska VA Women Veterans Town Hall – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) Lunar New Year Celebration "Year of the Dragon"-Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]



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*RESOURCES*



Schertz, TX - Veterans Benefits Seminar – Feb 8 [ [link removed] ]
Dallas, TX Soldiers’ Angels Military and Veteran Food Distribution – Feb 9 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) VA Gulf War Illness Research Advisory Committee – Feb 12 [ [link removed] ]
(Online) VA S.A.V.E. Suicide Prevention Training – Feb 13 [ [link removed] ]







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Black History Month: A Time of Acknowledgement, Reflection and Inspiration

VA is celebrating Black Veterans and encouraging all Veterans to tell their stories. Veterans are encouraged to visit ([link removed]) to learn more or share their experiences with the Veterans History Project run by the Library of Congress ([link removed]).



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Military Pride: Save up to 30% on ShopVCS.com

Veterans can access exclusive discounts on gear to honor their time in service. Save up to 30% on branded Army, Air Force, Marine, Navy and Coast Guard apparel and memorabilia.



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*While serving in the Navy, La Wanda developed problems with drugs. Once home, her substance misuse worsened until she entered a 12-step program. Read how treatment helped La Wanda become sober and support other Veterans through their recoveries. [ [link removed] ]*

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Virtual Meditation: Master Stress Reduction, Body Awareness and Quality Sleep

Learn about and participate in the transformative power of body scan meditation, including stress reduction, and improved sleep quality.



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Virtual Internship: Work with VA's Digital Media Team

Interested in helping create articles, graphics and social media content for VA? VA’s Digital Media Engagement team is looking for college interns. Learn more about this opportunity and apply now.



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*‘Reflecting Back’ - Military Memories **Competition. Your Chance to Win $250!*

*Of all the medals, awards, formal presentations, and qualification badges you received, which one is the most meaningful to you and why? [ [link removed] ]*



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Blue Star Families Town Hall: Global Events and You, What Military Families Want to Know [ [link removed] ]
ICYMI - "Global Events and You: What Military Families Want to Know"

Watch this town hall from Blue Star Families and get a better understanding of our nation’s role working with international partners and allies to secure peace and freedom around the globe.



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Fight to End Veteran Homelessness

In 2023, VA exceeded its goal to house homeless Veterans. Learn more about the fight to end Veteran homelessness and how you can get involved.



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*Veteran Peer Q&A Corner*

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What are VA’s plans to resolve legacy BVA appeals? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*


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[ [link removed] ]Should high school diplomas or GEDs not be required to enter military service? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*


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[ [link removed] ]How do I deal with a leader who is negatively affecting the morale of my troops and myself? *Answers Here >* [ [link removed] ] 

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Veteran Jobs

*Technology & Engineering*

Colorado Springs, CO - *Space Systems Engineers & Analysts* [ [link removed] ]
Aurora, CO - *Cyber Test Analyst* [ [link removed] ]

*Business & Finance** *

*Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands – Nationwide [ [link removed] ]
*Helfin, AL - *Operations Administrator *Hybrid**​**** [ [link removed] ]

*Security & Technical*

New Orleans, LA - *Unarmed Security Officer* [ [link removed] ]
Cullman, AL - *Site Supervisor* [ [link removed] ]
Arlington, TX - *Project Manager II* [ [link removed] ]

*Legal & Medical*

Topeka, KS - *Pharmacy Technician (VA)* [ [link removed] ]
Bonham, TX - *Police Officer (VA)* [ [link removed] ]
Tomah, WI - *Registered Nurse (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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From You Flowers [ [link removed] ] 20% off and free delivery.

Vineyard Vines [ [link removed] ] 15% off most items once verified. Available for active military, reservists and Veterans.

Sunglass Hut [ [link removed] ] 15% off discount.



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*VA News: *


* Attend a Warrior-Scholar Project boot camp and step into college with confidence [ [link removed] ]
* Virtual reality technology improves Veteran care [ [link removed] ]
* Is CHAMPVA for your family? [ [link removed] ]
* VA Exceeds Goal to House Homeless Veterans for Second Year in a Row [ [link removed] ]
* Simulation training prepares staff for the “what ifs” [ [link removed] ]
* VA preventive measures to reduce the risk of cervical cancer [ [link removed] ]
* Breast and Gynecologic Oncology System of Excellence making strides [ [link removed] ]
* Honoring Veterans: Marine Corps Veteran Purcell Johnson [ [link removed] ]
* Point in Time: Mapping Veteran homelessness [ [link removed] ]
* Explore the benefits you can earn as a healthcare engineer at VA [ [link removed] ]
* Chinle VA clinic providing five-day-a-week primary care services [ [link removed] ]
* VA joins the country in celebrating Black History Month [ [link removed] ]
* Why Housing First isn’t as controversial as you may think [ [link removed] ]
* VA Video Connect: Where convenience and quality care align [ [link removed] ]
* #LiveWholeHealth #207: Music for brain and body [ [link removed] ]
* National Salute to Veteran Patients Week [ [link removed] ]
* Virtual Internship: Unleash your potential at VA’s Digital Media Engagement team [ [link removed] ]
* Learn how to align your answers with the VA interview process [ [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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