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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Do you need to telehealth care but have no device? [ [link removed] ]
Benefits for Family Members and Options for Veterans with No Internet-Connected Devices

Here's the bottom line about CHAMPVA - benefits for children, spouses, or surviving spouses of disabled Veterans. Also learn how you may be eligible to receive internet service or a mobile device to access VA telehealth care. 



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Summer Clearance Sale on Shop VCS.com

Looking for great quality gear at amazing prices? Discover your new favorites with our Summer Clearance Sale on ShopVCS! Save up to 50% on the best in apparel, footwear, jewelry, and more. Veterans save an extra 20% off at checkout.



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* Get 1-on-1 assistance at VA VetFest events across the country [ [link removed] ]*

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Upcoming Events

We have hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the full list of upcoming events on the outreach events site, including:

*Online - [ [link removed] ]Military Voices Free Writing Workshop - Aug. 15, 2024, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

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*In two years of the PACT Act, VA has delivered benefits and health care to millions of toxic-exposed Veterans and their survivors [ [link removed] ]*

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Shingles: Everything You Need to Know. [ [link removed] ]
Understanding Shingles: From Virus to Vaccine

Did you know that 1 in 3 people in the U.S. will have shingles at some point in their lifetime? In the latest episode of theSITREP, Jim sits down with Dr. Richard Serrao to discuss how people get shingles, how it presents, how to treat it, can it be stopped or cured, and much more. 



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Exclusive Deals on Golf

Get up to 15% off select tee times at golf courses nationwide and abroad with Militaryteetimes.com. View available courses and times, verify your military or Veteran status, and book your tee time today. 



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*VA takes steps to expand access to benefits for Veterans who served at K2 and their survivors [ [link removed] ]*

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Beware: Claims predators are looking to prey on your veterans benefits. [ [link removed] ]
Avoid Falling Victim to Claims Predators

Veterans and their families should never pay a fee to file an initial claim for benefits. In fact, it’s unlawful for anyone to charge a fee for preparing an initial claim. Learn how to avoid claims scams and predators looking to prey on your Veteran's benefits.



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Cyber Safety While Traveling

Using public chargers and Wi-Fi can be convenient but also puts your devices and data at risk. Hackers can compromise public USB ports and set up fake Wi-Fi hotspots to gain access to your information. Learn how to protect your online activity while traveling.



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*Webinar: Protecting Veterans from Fraud *

Join your fellow Veterans, caregivers, families and survivors on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, from 1:00  - 2:00 p.m. ET for a VA and United States Postal Inspection Service webinar on how to recognize and prevent fraud scams targeting the Veteran community.

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Taking the Next Steps To Manage Grief

After his son, a fellow Marine, was killed in action, Mike was devastated and contemplated ending his own life. Watch Mike share how he confronted his grief and started living well with the help of mental health treatment.



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*New HUD policy changes will enable Veterans with service-connected disability benefits access to more housing opportunities [ [link removed] ]*

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Veterans Approach to a Job Search: Motivation

Learn how to motivate yourself and others through every stage of a job search in this 11th post of a 12-part series.



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Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week

Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in  "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of *20 jobs* and five upcoming job fairs, including: 


* Whiteman AFB, MO Hiring Our Heroes Career Exploration & Hiring Fair – August 20, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm CT [ [link removed] ]
* Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) Back to Business Virtual Career Fair – August 21, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm ET [ [link removed] ]

*JOBS OF THE WEEK* [ [link removed] ]


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Check on Your Veteran Buddy! [ [link removed] ]

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Connect to Peers for Help Navigating VA & Community Services

Join us on Aug. 22 from 1 – 2 pm ET to participate in our National VeTALKX Q&A Chat on RallyPoint to gain access to Veteran peer support resources. Get connected to a Veteran peer to help you navigate VA and community services. *Post your questions on how to get peer support now!* (Typed Q&A format. No audio/visual)



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* Is it worthwhile for me to apply for VA benefits after 10 years of separation? *Answers here > [ [link removed] ]*
* Do you still have dreams about the military? If so, how often, and about what? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*





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Veteran and Military year round discounts [ [link removed] ]

Timberland [ [link removed] ] 10% off select styles online with valid credentials. Available for active military, Veterans, reservists, spouses and dependents.

Vet Tix [ [link removed] ] Free tickets to various events for active military, Veterans and immediate family members of troops killed in action.



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*VA News: *


* Designated education officers train health professions trainees [ [link removed] ]
* Interview: More Than One Story: Suicide Prevention Program for Women and Non-Binary Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* HBCU grads at VA share their experiences, offer advice [ [link removed] ]
* Veterans bond and heal through golf [ [link removed] ]
* Pittsburgh VA Veteran headed to Paris Paralympics [ [link removed] ]
* From tiny shelter to tranquil apartment with help from VA [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health Episode #234: Take me to the river [ [link removed] ]
* Mobile medical units bring needed care to unsheltered Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Strong social connections can lessen loneliness [ [link removed] ]
* Better together: Tackling Veteran food insecurity [ [link removed] ]
* Graduation of Crisis Response & Intervention Training class [ [link removed] ]
* RPM–HT saves Veteran lives, reduces hospital admissions [ [link removed] ]
* VA recruiters offer application advice and support [ [link removed] ]
* Five coping strategies for Veterans and their loved ones after a suicide attempt [ [link removed] ]
* Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Roddie Edmonds [ [link removed] ]
* VA’s Disrupted Care National Project discovers vascular surgery rates still decreasing since COVID-19 pandemic [ [link removed] ]
* Reimagining rehabilitation [ [link removed] ]
* Celebrating 50 years of Veterans’ Group Life Insurance [ [link removed] ]
* Tomah VA team awarded National HeRO Award [ [link removed] ]
* A Veteran’s mission to support others with hearing aids [ [link removed] ]
* Arm yourself to beat debt scams [ [link removed] ]
* Veteran’s spindle cell sarcoma treated across geographical boundaries [ [link removed] ]
* News for Veterans with cancer [ [link removed] ]





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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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