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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Free 2024 Veterans Day Poster and Teachers Resource Guide

Help students learn about Veterans and Veterans Day by downloading the 2024 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide. Share the guide in your school and community.

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*Seeking Veterans for the November Elections: Earn Up to $200 Per Day*

* Veterans can receive up to $200 per day serving as a county poll worker.
* It's easy for Veterans to apply to be poll workers [ [link removed] ].
* 60% of counties reported a shortage of poll workers in the last election cycle.

*VOTE. VOLUNTEER. SUPPORT THOSE WHO DO.* [ [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:

Gaming Competition: Frost Call: Versus - Boston, MA - Oct. 5 - 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]

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Cold Weather Gear Deals from Shop VCS.com

Whether you’re looking to lock out the cold with *Rothco* or *Danner Boots* or trying to enjoy a night out near a *Solo Stove*, make sure you’re able to do all of this and more at affordable prices. As a thank you for your service, Veterans receive an extra 20% off at checkout.

*DON'T GET CAUGHT IN THE COLD* [ [link removed] ]


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Join Groundbreaking Research Seeking to Prevent Dementia

VA is recruiting participants 75 years or older for the largest-ever health study in older adults with a goal of understanding whether statins can help us live healthily longer. If you are eligible and decide to join the study, you will receive $75 after you enroll and $50 every year following the annual follow-up call.

*HOW CAN I JOIN?* [ [link removed] ]






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*Top Rated Customer Service: VA Recognizes Customer Experience Awardees [ [link removed] ]*

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Don't be Haunted by the Hacks: Top Tips to Avoid Online Scammers

October is known for spooky Halloween costumes, but in everyday life there are online scammers ready to play tricks on you. Read on to learn how to protect yourself from online phantoms.

*AVOID ONLINE SCAMMERS WITH THESE TOP TIPS* [ [link removed] ]


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New Horizons Podcast. [ [link removed] ]



Groundbreaking Procedure to Connect Prosthetics to Skeletal Structure

VA is committed to bringing the newest technologies to Veterans who have experienced limb loss. Hear from two Veterans who have undergone surgery to have their prosthetic anchored to their bone. View the full episode here [ [link removed] ] or listen wherever you get your podcasts.

*HEAR HOW VETERANS ARE RECEIVING CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY* [ [link removed] ]






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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 *23 jobs* and *seven upcoming job fairs*, including: 

Online: Face Your Fears, Create a Plan, and Land the Job You Want – October 7, 10:00 – 11:00 am CT [ [link removed] ]

*FIND YOUR NEXT JOB* [ [link removed] ]


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

* As a retiree who served as an officer and enlisted, which uniform should I wear to a military or civilian function? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*
* How can I receive survivor benefits if my military spouse did not sign up upon retirement? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Support Veterans, Caregivers, Survivors and their Families During Buddy Check Week Oct. 21-25

Whether it’s a call, a text or coffee break, reaching out can make all the difference! Buddy Check is a call to action [ [link removed] ] for all Veterans to reaffirm their bonds and the connections that unite them across the nation.

*GET READY TO CONNECT WITH YOUR BUDDIES* [ [link removed] ]


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American Forces Travel discounts and giveaway. [ [link removed] ]



Travel deals and discounts from American Forces [ [link removed] ] Travel Powered by Priceline. Designed specifically for Veterans, active military, Guard and Reserve, Coast Guard, retired military and all eligible Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) patrons.






*DISCOVER YOUR NEXT GETAWAY* [ [link removed] ]


*SAVE MONEY, FIND MORE DISCOUNTS* [ [link removed] ]






*VA News: *


* A Navy Veteran’s courageous fight against breast cancer [ [link removed] ]
* VA celebrates Health Literacy month [ [link removed] ]
* More service members eligible for benefits after VA amends character of discharge barriers [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #241: Kale salad with apples, cranberries, pecans [ [link removed] ]
* Beyond the call: Understanding the Veterans Crisis Line [ [link removed] ]
* Now serving: Hope [ [link removed] ]
* Hispanic Heritage Month [ [link removed] ]
* Simulations at Muskegon clinic could save lives [ [link removed] ]
* Twin recreation therapists promote wellness and recovery [ [link removed] ]
* Demonstrating the Future of Veteran Care with Robotics Showcase [ [link removed] ]
* Ready for a VA career? Get started at one of these October events [ [link removed] ]
* Community partnership helps Veterans navigate their health care [ [link removed] ]
* VA’s 3D printed boluses revolutionizing radiation therapy for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Preventing Veteran and caregiver suicide [ [link removed] ]
* Tele-emergency care through VA Health Connect [ [link removed] ]
* Immersive technology keeps Veteran on his feet [ [link removed] ]
* Overcoming the unexpected: Veteran cancer survivor tells her story [ [link removed] ]
* PAWS: Puppies Assisting Wounded Servicemembers [ [link removed] ]
* Protecting yourself and others with vaccinations [ [link removed] ]





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Download the VA Welcome Kit

*VA WELCOME KIT* [ [link removed] ]


Find a VA facility near you.

*FACILITY LOCATOR* [ [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!

*UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO TODAY* [ [link removed] ]






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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