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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Vietnam Veteran Reconnects with His Radio Operator After 44 Years

Read how Army Veteran James Volkmar reconnected with his radio operator 44 years after they were both medevaced from the battlefield in Vietnam.

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Ask the VA Secretary a Question

VA Secretary Denis McDonough is hosting a virtual townhall in November. Ask your question today through Nov. 6.

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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 in this week's Veteran Resources article, including:

Online: Veterans Day Rocket League Tournament - Nov. 9-10 [ [link removed] ]

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Don't Let the Grinch Steal Your Personal or Financial Info

Online shopping season is a prime time for fraudsters and scammers to tap into your increased online activity and steal your data. Don't be a victim of cyber thieves.

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Veterans Day Deals on Shop VCS.com

Check out our amazing Veterans Day deals!


* Nov. 4 to 8, grab military backpacks and neck pillows for only $9.99 each.
* Nov. 7 and 8, swing by for free coffee, a breakfast combo, and regular-sized candy bars for just a $1.
* Then, from Nov. 8 to 15, enjoy a 10% discount on Firestone and Bridgestone tires.
* And don’t forget, you can get 10% off your favorite contact lenses with the code Take10.

*FIND YOUR LOCAL CANTEEN* [ [link removed] ]


*Check out these Daylight Savings Deals! [ [link removed] ]*






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*Breast cancer screenings could save your life [ [link removed] ]*

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Stories From Veterans Who Experienced Homelessness

Veterans experiencing homelessness face many challenges that can affect their mental health and well-being. Learn how Veterans managed their mental health challenges and got their lives back on track through treatment.

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End-of-Life Planning: Prepare for the Future with VA

Talking about end-of-life planning is never easy, but it’s essential. From life insurance to burial costs, learn how you can plan ahead with VA benefits.

*HELP YOUR LOVED ONES PLAN AHEAD* [ [link removed] ]


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What’s in the Box? A Mannequin Head for Halloween

The National VA History Center team had a real-life “what’s in the box” moment straight out of a horror movie when they uncovered a mannequin head tucked away among historical artifacts. Just in time for Halloween, this eerie find offers a glimpse into the past with a touch of mystery!

*UNLOCK THE MYSTERY* [ [link removed] ]






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*Veteran pays it forward with a generous donation to his local VA [ [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 *49 jobs, *including opportunities at VA and *eight upcoming job fairs*, including: 

Houston, Texas - Hiring Red, White & You – Nov. 1, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CT [ [link removed] ]

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


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

* What percent of service connected disability is required for base and commissary privileges? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*
* How does a 100% disabled Veteran get community care dental benefits? *Answers here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

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






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*VA News: *


* One million Veterans helped through VIONE [ [link removed] ]
* Talented sculptor and Veteran receives lifesaving intervention [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #245: Hearty Pumpkin Chili: Embrace the harvest [ [link removed] ]
* Sleep expert a valuable addition to Northern Arizona VA [ [link removed] ]
* Birmingham VA headache center to expand clinical services [ [link removed] ]
* Veterans get faster access to residential treatment [ [link removed] ]
* Physician assistant specializes in teaching surgery robotics [ [link removed] ]
* Pharmacist helps Veterans achieve health goals [ [link removed] ]
* Exploring Rural VA Communities: Bath, New York [ [link removed] ]
* Therapy animals bring comfort to Veterans at St. Louis VA [ [link removed] ]
* VA hosts 2024 Quadrennial Women Veterans Summit [ [link removed] ]
* VA announces 2024 State of Innovation Report [ [link removed] ]
* Pharmacists: Essential members of your care team [ [link removed] ]
* More Veterans now eligible for the Native American Direct Loan (NADL) [ [link removed] ]
* Care and research for Alzheimer's and related dementias [ [link removed] ]
* Hero's Hope program comforts Veterans in their final days [ [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 ]
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