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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Secretary Collins’ Message to Veterans and VA employees

We’re going to put Veterans at the center of everything VA does, focusing relentlessly on customer service and convenience.

*READ THE SECRETARY'S MESSAGE* [ [link removed] ]






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Resources to Find Your Next Career

Find resume-building tools, career workshops, interview coaching and a database of more than 240,000 available jobs on RecruitMilitary, all at no cost to Veterans and the military community.

*ACCESS FREE JOB RESOURCES* [ [link removed] ]


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Free Concerts During Salute to Veteran Patients Week, Feb. 10-13

In recognition of Salute to Veteran Patients Week, Musicians On Call will host free virtual concerts Feb. 10-13. Join using* the passcode vrcn.*


* Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]
* Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]
* Salute to Veteran Patients Concert Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]
* Feb. 13 at 6 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]

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Protecting Your Benefits Data from Fraudsters

Learn how you and your beneficiaries can protect your benefits data, especially Personally Identifiable Information. Fraudsters often target Veterans through various scams to gain access to personal data, resulting in identity theft.

*DON'T BE A VICTIM OF IDENTITY THEFT* [ [link removed] ]


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Upcoming Events

There are 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: Military Voices Free Writing Workshop - Feb. 6 - 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. CST [ [link removed] ]*

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*Applications for The Mission Continues' Operation Tampa Bay Blitz are NOW OPEN [ [link removed] ]*

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Navigating Life’s Transitions

After her time in the U.S. Army, transitioning to civilian life was difficult for Mary. She felt as if she had lost some of her identity. Read how therapy helped Mary address her challenges with anxiety, depression, and everyday life.

*WATCH HER STORY* [ [link removed] ]


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Changes to secure sign in options for Veterans. [ [link removed] ]

*After March 4, 2025, we’ll remove the option to sign in with a My HealtheVet user ID and password.* You’ll still be able to use your My HealtheVet health portal—you’ll just need to sign in to it with a Login.gov or ID.me account.

*CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT AND LOG IN TODAY* [ [link removed] ]


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Grant for Veteran and Military Spouse-owned Small Biz

Hiring Our Heroes is awarding five Veteran- and military spouse-owned small businesses with a one-time $10,000 grant. The deadline to apply is February 28.

*APPLY FOR THE GRANT* [ [link removed] ]


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February is American Heart Month. [ [link removed] ]



American Heart Month is a Great Time to Reassess Your Heart Health

* Learn how to make a heart healthy salmon wrap [ [link removed] ].
* Check out these heart healthy snack tips [ [link removed] ].
* VA chair yoga [ [link removed] ] for heart health.
* Virtual Veteran Townhall with the American Heart Association [ [link removed] ] "Your Heart, Your Health! Empowering women Veterans in the fight against heart disease."
Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. EST.





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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 *38 jobs* and *nine upcoming job fairs and small business events*, including: 

*Turning Side Gigs into Successful Businesses - Feb. 6 - 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. PT [ [link removed] ]*

*Virtual Military to Manufacturing Career Fair - Feb. 7 - 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

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


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

*Team RWB* exists to guide Veterans through real-life and virtual opportunities focused on building a healthier lifestyle because a strong focus on mental and physical health is critical to ensuring Veterans’ best days are ahead. More than 200,000 members are already forging the nation’s leading health and wellness community for Veterans.

*JOIN TEAM RWB* [ [link removed] ]


* Why should I have to pay for better quality eyeglass frames at the VA? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*
* How did you finish out your last couple years of service before you retired? *Answers Here > [ [link removed] ]*

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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

From You Flowers [ [link removed] ] 20% off and Free Delivery.

Shop Valentine's Day Floral Arrangements from VCS [ [link removed] ]. Place your order by Feb. 12 at 8 a.m. CST for Valentine’s Day delivery.

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






*VA News: *


* Taryn joins the staff at Birmingham VA [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #259: Desk-friendly yoga for back relief [ [link removed] ]
* AMD: Low vision awareness for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* How Veteran homelessness is dropping amid a record surge [ [link removed] ]
* Nurse saves a Veteran’s life [ [link removed] ]
* How one Veteran won 65 Golden Age Game medals [ [link removed] ]
* VA innovations make the future of Veteran care a reality [ [link removed] ]
* Defenders protect Veterans at medical center [ [link removed] ]
* Older Americans 2024: Key Indicators of Well-Being report [ [link removed] ]
* There are many ways to reach out for support [ [link removed] ]
* Keep an eye out for glaucoma [ [link removed] ]
* Volunteer creates karaoke program [ [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] ]






download the VA Health and Benefits app and get access to the resources you need [ [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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