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Going Back to School? Here’s What to Know

Whether you’re still in uniform, already out or a family member who qualifies—this episode of the SITREP does a deep-dive into your GI Bill benefit. From how to apply to avoiding costly mistakes, be prepared and click the link below.

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How to Get Reimbursed for Your VA-related Travel

If you’re traveling for a VA health care appointment, VA will reimburse you for travel costs, including mileage, tolls, parking and authorized hotel stays, if you’re eligible. Your caregiver can get reimbursed, too.

*GET REIMBURSED* [ [link removed] ]


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Interagency Veterans Advisory Council Meeting, June 24

Join the Interagency Veterans Advisory Council meeting online on June 24 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. CT. Hear updates from Scott Centorino, special assistant to the President and VA Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D. 

*JOIN THE MEETING* [ [link removed] ]


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Women Veterans, Menopause Symptoms Getting in the Way? VA Can Help

VA offers women Veterans support to navigate the phases of menopause. From medication and whole health resources to sleep and lifestyle counseling, VA is there for women Veterans during this transitional period of their lives

*GET THE CARE YOU'VE EARNED* [ [link removed] ]


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Sharing the Story of the Purple Heart with Future Generations

The National Purple Heart Honor Mission enrolls Purple Heart recipients into the Roll of Honor [ [link removed] ], a publicly accessible, online catalogue managed by the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New York.

*ENROLL NOW* [ [link removed] ]


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Managing Depression: Support For Veterans

For Veterans experiencing depression, signs and symptoms can vary, but effective treatments are available. Therapy, medication, or a combination of both can improve your quality of life. Hear five Veterans share how treatment uplifted them.

*WATCH THEIR STORIES NOW* [ [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 calendar for all upcoming events, including:

*Polk County Fair – Minneapolis VA - St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin - July 25, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CT [ [link removed] ]*

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History of VA in 100 Objects: 1840 Census of Pensioners

In 1840, census workers for the first time collected data on Veterans and widows receiving a pension from the federal government.

*EXPLORE THE HISTORY* [ [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 *84 jobs,* and *eight job fairs*, including:  [ [link removed] ]

*Online: Get Your Civilian Cyber Job with Your MOS + Cyber Certs + Scholarships – July 24, 2025, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. ET [ [link removed] ]*

*_Nashville, TN: Soldiers To Sidelines First Annual Coaching Summit – July 24, 2025, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. CT [ [link removed] ]_*

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


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

Vets4Warriors is the nation’s leading 24/7 military peer support program staffed by veterans. We provide immediate, confidential, ongoing support to every member of the US military community, helping before challenges turn into crises.

*CONNECT* [ [link removed] ]


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Discounts and Deals for Veterans

Adidas [ [link removed] ] 30% off online and in-store and 20% off at factory outlet stores for military members.

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






*VA News: *


* Navy Veteran honored in Final Mile Ceremony [ [link removed] ]
* Federal EHR helps catch lung cancer earlier for Veterans [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health #282: Finding stillness [ [link removed] ]
* Nursing Home to Home program reunites Veteran and family [ [link removed] ]
* Navigating menopause with VA [ [link removed] ]
* From rock bottom to rehabilitation [ [link removed] ]
* Exploring VA’s rural communities  [ [link removed] ]
* Honoring Veterans: Army Veteran Edna Cummings [ [link removed] ]
* VA brings more doctors to Nevada [ [link removed] ]
* VA Research: New findings on loneliness, Parkinson’s disease and asthma [ [link removed] ]
* Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association rides to the rescue for fellow Veteran [ [link removed] ]
* Birmingham Veteran brings home four medals from Golden Age Games [ [link removed] ]
* Accelerating Federal Electronic Health Record deployment to deliver Veteran benefits [ [link removed] ]
* Veteran shines through challenges at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games [ [link removed] ]
* Rhode Island’s WWII Veterans still making history [ [link removed] ]
* Support Veteran independence as an Occupational Therapist   [ [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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