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*#VetResources [ [link removed] ] *is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.
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Win a Soundbar

The Warrior GMR Foundation is teaming up with Verizon and Bose to give away a Bose soundbar to a Veteran or service member. Warrior GMR helps Veterans transition to civilian life by providing programs and spaces where they can connect, heal and thrive. You can enter the giveaway for FREE.

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*Join us March 27 from 1-2 p.m. ET for 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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Life Changing Event for Veterans at Gillette Stadium

Hundreds of Veterans and their families attended a VA and community Veteran event to get one-on-one assistance with VA and other resources.

*FIND AN EVENT* [ [link removed] ]


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Learn How You Can Help Prevent Veteran Suicide

Read VA's annual report of Veteran suicide data, including seven strategies to support Veterans.

*PREVENTION STRATEGIES* [ [link removed] ]


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Find Community Through Gaming

Isolation is a real issue for Veterans transitioning from the military, but gaming has emerged as a powerful tool in the fight. Check out this list of gaming communities for Veterans and service members.

*FIND YOUR COMMUNITY* [ [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: Military Voices Free Writing Workshop - March 20 - 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. CDT [ [link removed] ]*

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Calling Vetrepreneurs: Apply Today for DAV Patriot Boot Camp

DAV's Patriot Boot Camp provides active-duty service members, Veterans and their spouses with access to mentors, educational programming and a community of experts and peers to help them innovate and build impactful businesses. The next boot camp is set for May 14-16 outside Cincinnati, Ohio.

*APPLY FOR THE NEXT DAV PATRIOT BOOT CAMP* [ [link removed] ]


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Self-Screening Resources for Mental Health Conditions

Self-assessments can help you learn if your feelings and behaviors may relate to a treatable condition. The results won’t say for sure that you have a condition but may indicate it’s a good idea to see a professional. Explore these anonymous questionnaires.

*FIND ASSESSMENTS HERE* [ [link removed] ]


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Free MasterClass Subscription from Blue Star Families

Blue Star Families is offering members unlimited access to more than 100 expert-led classes across a variety of subjects.

*GET YOUR SUBSCRIPTION* [ [link removed] ]


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My Life, My Story a collection of interviews from Veterans at VA hospitals across the country. [ [link removed] ]



My Life, My Story: Boone, In the Blink of an Eye

Since 2013, writers for the "My Life, My Story" program have interviewed thousands of Veterans at VA hospitals across the country. In this interview, hear the story of Marine Corps and Vietnam Veteran Boone. 

*HEAR THE LATEST EPISODE* [ [link removed] ]






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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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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 *40 jobs* and *13 job fairs* and *three upcoming small business events*, including: 

*Build Your Small Biz Profile for Gov Contracts – March 20, 2025, 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

*Newport News, VA: Hampton Roads Military Community Education Connect – March 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

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


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

Student Veterans of America is the premier organization leading service, research, programs and advocacy for Veterans in higher education. Their mission is to act as a catalyst for student Veteran success by providing resources, network support and advocacy to, through, and beyond higher education.

Use the chapter directory to connect with student Veterans near you.

*FIND A CHAPTER* [ [link removed] ]


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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

Bass Pro Shops/Cabela’s [ [link removed] ] 10% off daily in-store and online on almost everything.

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






*VA News: *


* Compassion in action: VA social workers [ [link removed] ]
* Exploring Rural VA Communities: Poplar Bluff, Missouri [ [link removed] ]
* Bridging the gap [ [link removed] ]
* Air Force Veteran’s journey through prostate cancer [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #264: Hello body, great to meet you! [ [link removed] ]
* Keeping our Vets warm [ [link removed] ]
* For Veterans battling cancer, time is precious [ [link removed] ]
* Hesitating to take the final step? [ [link removed] ]
* Bringing virtual war memorials to Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Using virtual reality at home [ [link removed] ]
* After G.I. Bill, Veteran finds purpose in soccer, community [ [link removed] ]
* New breast cancer screening recommendations [ [link removed] ]
* Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Pamela Dorothy Donovan [ [link removed] ]
* MVP celebrates women’s history [ [link removed] ]
* National Kidney Month [ [link removed] ]
* VA helps centenarian golfer get back on the course [ [link removed] ]
* VA improving diabetes care with patient-generated health data [ [link removed] ]
* Anti-inflammatory diet: calming the fire  [ [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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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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