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Friday Digest: April 26, 2024



This week:

* Work at MDVA [ #link_1 ]
* Minnesota Military Radio - Tune in this Weekend [ #link_10 ]
* April is Month of the Military Child [ #link_16 ]
* 18th Annual Veterans Career Fair, May 1 [ #link_8 ]
* Winthrop City Library - Visiting Author Talk, May 13 [ #link_6 ]
* Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, June 13 - 15 [ #link_11 ]
* Preventing Veteran Suicide: Free Gun Locks Available [ #link_2 ]
* The PACT Act and Your VA Benefits [ #link_9 ]
* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline [ #link_12 ]
* Post-9/11 Veterans Service Bonus [ #link_5 ]
* Submit Your Veteran-Related Event [ #link_7 ]



Work at MDVA

If you are interested in speaking to a member of our Human Resources team regarding employment opportunities with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, fill out our Job Interest Form [ [link removed] ] to be contacted about available opportunities.

Bemidji

* Tribal Veterans Services Officer [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 2)
* Registered Nurse, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline April 29)
* Housekeeper, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline April 30)
* Licensed Practical Nurse, intermittent [ [link removed] ] (application deadline April 30)

Hastings

* Housekeeper [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 9)

Little Falls

* Buildings & Grounds Worker, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 14)

Luverne

* Human Services Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant, intermittent [ [link removed] ]
(application deadline May 31)
* Human Services Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant, part-time [ [link removed] ]
(application deadline May 31)

Minneapolis

* Housekeeper, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 7)
* Admissions Social Worker - Senior [ [link removed] ] (application deadline April 29)
* Social Worker - Senior [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 8)
* Cook, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 8)
* Food Service Worker, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 14)
* Painter [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 7)
* Plant Maintenance Engineer - Lead [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 8)
* Registered Nurse, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 8)
* Human Services Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant [ [link removed] ]
(application deadline July 1)
* Human Services Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant, part-time [ [link removed] ]
(application deadline July 1)
* Licensed Practical Nurse [ [link removed] ] (application deadline July 1)
* Licensed Practical Nurse, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline July 1)

Montevideo

* Social Worker, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 7)

Preston

* Registered Nurse, part-time [ [link removed] ] (application deadline April 29)

Silver Bay

* Registered Nurse [ [link removed] ] (application deadline May 16)

Minnesota Military Radio - Tune in this Weekend

Minnesota MIlitary Radio

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 learn about Minnesota Veterans Homes Week from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs [ [link removed] ], meet with Honor Flight Twin Cities [ [link removed] ] and get an update from the MN Patriot Guard [ [link removed] ].

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More information >> [ [link removed] ]



April is Month of the Military Child

Month of the Military Child

In April, Minnesotans across the state celebrate the "Month of the Military Child." It is estimated that more than 23,000 children in Minnesota have at least one parent or guardian currently serving on military duty. In recognition of their sacrifice, we take the time to celebrate children of Service Members and Veterans during this month.

Governor Tim Walz will send children of military members and Veterans a letter of gratitude in honor of their service and sacrifice.

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Registration >> [ [link removed] ]



18th Annual Veterans Career Fair, May 1
Veterans Career Fair

Veterans, current service members, military spouses and Gold Star families - you're invited to attend the 18th Annual Veterans Career Fair!

Are you looking for a higher salary and a great career? Work for an employer that recognizes and appreciates your military service and the value you bring to the team!

The Veterans Career Fair features:


* 100 employers who want to meet you
* Complimentary LinkedIn photography station available for job seekers
* Resume review assistance
* Mock interviews (to prepare you for real ones, soon!)
* Service providers offering assistance for Veterans and their families

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More information >> [ [link removed] ]

Winthrop City Library - Visiting Author Talk, May 13

Author Talk Flyer

During the month of May, the Winthrop City Library is honoring area Veterans. On Monday, May 13, the Library will host Bill Strusinski, for its Visiting Author Talk. Bill is the author of ?Care Under Fire,? the recently published award-winning memoir that describes his experiences as a combat medic during the Vietnam War and the life lessons that served his civilian life after the war. This Visiting Author Talk will be on Monday, May 13 from 5 -7 p.m. with the author presenting at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be available.

The National Indie Excellence Awards has recognized ?Care Under Fire? as the Best Military Non-Fiction Book of the Year for 2021. The Book also received the 2020 Veterans Voices Award from the Minnesota Humanities Center. Bill humbly receives these awards and claims that they belong to all that served.

More information >> [ [link removed] ]



Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War, June 13 - 15

Vietnam 50th Logo

In June, the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) will host a special commemoration event to mark the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War at the Mall of America.

MDVA?s vision for this event is that Minnesota?s Vietnam Veterans feel honored, respected and appreciated, and actively make use of the resources available to them improve their quality of life. The commemoration will:


* Provide an opportunity for healing by thanking and honoring Minnesota Vietnam-era Veterans wherever they served
* Highlight the service of the Armed Forces during the Vietnam War
* Recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by allies of the United States during the Vietnam War, especially those who have made Minnesota their home

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Preventing Veteran Suicide: Free Gun Locks Available

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 [ [link removed] ], 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 [ [link removed] ].

The PACT Act and Your VA Benefits

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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PACT [ [link removed] ]

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Veterans Crisis Line

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 [ tel:1-800-273-8255 ]?by text (838255), and through chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat [ [link removed] ].

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Post-9/11 Veterans Service Bonus

Post 9/11 Service Bonus [ [link removed] ]

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 [ [link removed] ].

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More information >> [ [link removed] ]



Submit Your Veteran-Related Event

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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