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For over 12 years, the award-winning Minnesota Military Radio (MMR) has been the forum for retelling the stories of Minnesota?s heroes. Vietnam Veteran and volunteer host Tom Lyons shares these stories which are carried on 65 broadcasting stations throughout the state of Minnesota in an effort to preserve the stories of our Veterans and keep listeners up to date on things happening at MDVA and in our Veteran Community here in Minnesota.
Coming up this week we kick off Women's History Month and celebrate International Women's day by meeting with an award winning female Veteran and pharmacist from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, learn how a Veteran from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is impacting female Veterans, and get and update from Senior Enlisted Leader. We also thank a very special Woman and our Military Producer for the years of helping make this show a success.?
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?I Am Not Invisible? is an awareness campaign that features a poster series that celebrates Minnesota women Veterans who have served in every era of service and every branch of the armed forces. With more than 29,000 women Veterans in Minnesota, the exhibit shines a light on 33 of these phenomenal women whose service and sacrifices to defend America are often unrecognized when they return home, and their needs for support in transition go unmet.
This March, as part of the 2024 National Women?s History theme, ?Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion,? Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is hosting half of the original posters to honor the service and sacrifices of women Veterans, and to show support that they are not invisible.
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Servicemembers, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Caregivers of Wounded Warriors are all invited to attend!
The Minnesota Wild Expo and Hiring Fair will take place at the Xcel Energy Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
What to Expect:
- Free career fair & networking opportunities
- Meet with military-ready companies actively hiring for open positions across various industries locally & nationwide
- Get insider tips from hiring managers and recruiters
- Discover interview best practices and learn salary negotiation tips
You'll learn about:
- Careers in Cyber/IT, Administration, Project Management, and more
- SkillBridge Programs
- Fellowships & Internships
- Upskilling & Reskilling Programs
- Military Spouse Professional Development & Hiring Programs
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Learn the three steps anyone can take to help prevent suicide. Just like CPR, QPR is an emergency response to someone in crisis and can save lives. QPR is the most widely taught gatekeeper training program in the United States, and more than one million adults have been trained in classroom settings in 48 states. This 1.5-hour class is for members of the community over the age of 16 who want to learn best practices in suicide prevention. A certificate of attendance is available for this class and will be sent after you fill out the evaluation.
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Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults.
You?ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to those who are struggling. You?ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.
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The Vietnam War Era Last Man Club of St. Peter will present a program for Veterans and community members in observance of National Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29, 2024, in the gymnasium of the St. Peter Community Center, beginning at 5 p.m.
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A combination of outreach across the county and office work assisting Veterans in getting appropriate benefits as well as communicating with other VSOs around the state. The Veterans Service Officer oversees the daily activities of the Veteran Service Department of Nobles County and acts as an advocate for Veterans within the County. The Veterans Service Officer carries out specific duties related to the position and serves as the principal communicator for the Veteran Service Department of Nobles County. Open until filled; first review date March 29.
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The National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic (NDVGC) is a week-long adaptive golf program that is presented by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and DAV (Disabled American Veterans). This annual event promotes rehabilitation by instructing Veterans with specific life-changing disabilities in adaptive golf. In addition to adaptive golf Veterans will be introduced to other adaptive recreational sports. The application window for Veteran participants is from Jan. 22 ? May 1, 2024.
Qualifying disabilities include: Visual Impairments, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI), Limb-loss or amputations, Parkinson?s, Multiple Sclerosis, and CVA with Residual. Common disabilities that do not qualify include: Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Degenerative Joint Disease, Depression, Low Back Pain, and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
All disabilities are subject to review the by National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic medical director and program director.
If you have any questions related to qualifying disabilities please contact Nick Beelner at (319) 358-5963 or [email protected].
Sadly, an average of 100 Minnesota Veterans die by suicide each year. Two-thirds of these deaths are by guns.
To help prevent Veteran suicide, MDVA is partnering with the VA Healthcare System to distribute free gun locks. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, a locked gun can mean the difference between a tragic outcome and a life saved for someone in crisis. Though Veterans are well-versed in firearm safety, all gun owners should understand that during emotional or stressful times, delaying access to a gun could mean the difference between life and death. Gun locks can prevent someone in crisis from tragically taking their own life.
In an effort to reduce these preventable tragedies, MDVA is offering free gun locks. To request a gun lock, please email [email protected] with your name and address. This information will not be shared; requests are confidential.
For more information on MDVA?s suicide prevention efforts, visit MinnesotaVeteran.org/EndVetSuicide.
The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions the VA presumes are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps provide generations of Veterans?and their survivors?with the care and benefits they?ve earned and deserve.
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The Veterans Crisis Line's number?988 then Press 1?helps make it easier to remember and share the number to access help in times of need.
Veterans can use this option by dialing 988 and pressing 1 to contact the Veterans Crisis Line. Veterans may still reach the Veterans Crisis Line with the previous phone number?1-800-273-8255 and Press 1?by text (838255), and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat.
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Minnesota Veterans who served sometime between September 11, 2001, and August 30, 2021 may be eligible for a Post-9/11 Service Bonus. More than 20,000 Minnesota Veterans who served in the Global War on Terrorism have already received bonuses totaling $21.4 million in recognition of their service.
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is distributing nearly $39.8 million in bonuses. Eligible Veterans are paid on a first-come, first-served basis, so Veterans should apply today before the funds are gone. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2024 or until funding is exhausted.
To apply, visit MinnesotaVeteran.org/ServiceBonus.
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If you know of a Veteran-related community event happening in your area you would like to submit to be included in our Friday Digest, please email all event information to [email protected] for consideration.
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