Military and Veteran Gaming Q&A Session on VA Benefits and Health Care on Sept. 4





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Quickly and easily access important claim information whenever and wherever you need it. VA’s Claim Status Tool allows Veterans to view the status of their VA claims online using their VA.gov login. 



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Discover new favorites at great deals on ShopVCS. Use code NoWork2 and get free shipping on your next order. Save on favorites like Crocs, JBL, Oakley, Bissell and more. Veterans receive an extra 20% off at checkout.  



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Veterans or their families should never be charged to access forms, information or assistance with filing a claim for VA disability. Learn how to avoid being charged for unnecessary fees. 



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Burial at Sea: A Burial Option for Veterans

Learn more about this unique burial option for service members, Veterans, and their families, to be buried at sea.



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Free Tuition and Housing: Learn Defense Manufacturing Skills 

In the past two years, more than 90 Veterans have found success and new careers through the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing program. Read about one Veteran's journey and learn how you can apply.



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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:

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International Overdose Awareness Day - August 31

On International Overdose Awareness Day, VA is amplifying the message: together, we can reduce the risk of overdose and save lives.



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Veterans Approach to a Job Search: Volunteering

Learn how volunteering and part-time jobs can aid your search for full-time employment.



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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 *22 jobs* and *eight upcoming job fairs*, including: 


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Warner Robbins Hiring Event - Sept. 4, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]

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Guidefitter [ [link removed] ] Up to 40% off hunting, fishing and outdoor gear from hundreds of brands.



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*VA News: *


* New episodes of Let’s Talk Virtual Care podcast [ [link removed] ]
* The G.I. Bill changes lives [ [link removed] ]
* National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic [ [link removed] ]
* Exploring Rural VA Communities: Sheridan, Wyoming [ [link removed] ]
* Meeting the mental health care needs of Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #236: Avocado Black Bean Salad charms with flavor and fiber [ [link removed] ]
* VA brings vision-saving eye screening closer to home for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Celebrating Women’s Equality Day: A journey toward inclusive liberty [ [link removed] ]
* Navy Veteran creates smiles with dental technology [ [link removed] ]
* Bay Pines VA nurses complete residency program [ [link removed] ]
* VA military spouse employees retain employment through paid leave [ [link removed] ]
* Sharon Sotero finds healing competing in Golden Age Games [ [link removed] ]
* My HealtheVet coordinators lead healthy eating event [ [link removed] ]
* Busy Marine Veteran uses TeleMOVE! to maintain a healthy lifestyle [ [link removed] ]
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Update Your 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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VA is here for you.

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

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