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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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VA Home Loan Benefit

The VA home loan is a lifetime benefit for Veterans and provides a number of advantages when buying a home, including: no downpayment necessary, competitive interest rates, and limited closing costs. Learn more about this valuable benefit.

*LEARN ABOUT THE VA HOME LOAN* [ [link removed] ]






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2025 National Veterans Day Poster Contest is now open

Show off your talent and use your artwork to honor Veterans. VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting entries for the 2025 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions due by 11:59 p.m. ET on May 2, 2025.

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Free Course Helps Veterans Get into Business Ownership

The Vetrepreneur Franchise Academy guides Veterans through a no-cost 10-week, 10-step process to determine if franchising is right for them. 

*SAVE YOUR SPOT* [ [link removed] ]


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*Join us March 27 from 1-2 p.m. ET as we recognize Women's History Month with a Q&A focused on Women Veterans. You can ask questions about Women’s Health and Benefits Services. Ask Your Questions Now! [ [link removed] ]*

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Celebrate National Pi Day with VCS

On Friday, March 14, join us in the celebration of National Pi Day with a slice of pie for just $3.14. Availability may differ by location.

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Free Art Workshops for Veterans

Army Veteran Kevin Basl used poetry, writing and music to help navigate difficult times and personally succeed. Basl is one of several facilitators offering free workshops hosted by Community Building Art Works.

*FIND A WORKSHOP* [ [link removed] ]


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*Blue Star Families wants to honor the service of women in uniform. Submit your photos today. [ [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 weekly outreach events article for all upcoming events, including:

*Online: How to Get Your Cyber Job - March 13 - 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. CT [ [link removed] ]*

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Apply to Host VA-recognized 2025 Regional Veterans Day Observances

Cities, towns, and non-profit groups across the country are invited to join VA and the Veterans Day National Committee in showing appreciation for Veterans by applying to hold VA-recognized regional Veterans Day observances. Sites are chosen based on their continuity, influence on the region, and community involvement.

*LEARN HOW TO APPLY* [ [link removed] ]


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Download the VA Health and Benefits App

Refill prescriptions, message your care team or check your VA benefits anytime, anywhere using your smartphone. Download the VA Health and Benefits app today.

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VA sign in changes. [ [link removed] ]

VA retired the My HealtheVet user ID and password on March 4. *To sign in to the My HealtheVet health portal, VA.gov, or the VA Health and Benefits mobile app, use your Login.gov or ID.me account.* You can create one of these accounts now if you don't already have one. DS Logon for VA sign-in will be retired on September 30.

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


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Women-Veterans' Support Groups Really Work

“It turned out to be the best decision I had ever made,” one Veteran says. Hear women Veterans discuss how they found support through shared experiences and group therapy.

*LEARN ABOUT SUPPORT GROUPS* [ [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 *44 jobs* and *three upcoming small business events*, including: 

*Online: G.I. Jobs Get Hired Workshop – March 13, 2025, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

*Virtual: National Career Fair for Veterans – March 18, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CT [ [link removed] ]*

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


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

Frost Call's Battle Buddy Program [ [link removed]? ] pairs Vets with Vets as a mutual support system to help get a sense of that camaraderie that's missing from civilian life. Veterans and service members can join the program for free, with the only expectation being an effort to connect one-on-one with your Battle Buddy once a week for the duration of the two-month program.

*LEARN HOW YOU CAN JOIN* [ [link removed] ]


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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

LinkedIn [ [link removed] ] Free 1-year Premium Career subscription, including one year of access to LinkedIn Learning.

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






*VA News: *


* Let’s talk about endometriosis [ [link removed] ]
* Pacific Islands VA has a new Community Living Center garden [ [link removed] ]
* One Veteran’s path to healing from trauma [ [link removed] ]
* Cover your application bases and provide a winning cover letter [ [link removed] ]
* Healing with tai chi [ [link removed] ]
* Humble WWII hero turns 100 [ [link removed] ]
* I CARE: Integrity. Commitment. Advocacy. Respect. Excellence. [ [link removed] ]
* Veteran turns to VA for urgent diabetic care [ [link removed] ]





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Download the VA Welcome Kit

*VA WELCOME KIT* [ [link removed] ]


Find a VA facility near you.

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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 Resources, we're here for you.

* For any questions or requests, 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] ]
* Ask VA [ [link removed] ]
* Schedule a 1-on-1 Appointment with a VA Benefits Expert [ [link removed] ]

For non-urgent questions, you can reach VA using the VA Health & Benefits App [ [link removed] ] or MyHealtheVet [ [link removed] ] secure messaging to schedule an appointment, refill prescriptions, and access your medical records.

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