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Veterans Needed to Serve as Youth Mentors The Travis Manion Foundation (TMF) is seeking Veterans to serve as youth mentors and help develop character and leadership skills in young adults. Veterans can become a Veteran Mentor through TMF’s Character Does Matter youth mentorship program and help lead positive change in their communities.  READ MORE

Events this Week Nov. 30 - Supporting Rural Veterans - CFBNP Nov. 30 - VA Careers "Talk About It Tuesday" Nov. 30 - Creating Calmness in Times of Stress - Red Cross Dec. 1 - Get Hired Workshop - G.I. Jobs Dec. 1 - Connect: Military to Manufacturing Jobs VIEW ALL EVENTS Secretary McDonough answers Veteran questions VA Secretary Denis McDonough recently answered questions on Inflation, Burn Pits, Mental Health Services, Disability Claims, Medical Marijuana, Caregivers and Survivors, Community Care, Billing, Post-9/11 GI Bill, LGBTQ+, Electronic Healthcare Record, COVID-19, Dental, and Homeless Veterans. Additionally, VA experts answered more than 400 questions submitted by Veterans. READ MORE Win a Car with “Committed to America’s Heroes Sweepstakes”  Hiring Our Heroes is saying thank you to America’s military by giving away a brand-new Toyota to one active duty service member, Veteran or military spouse. LEARN MORE Share Some Cheer with a Fellow Veteran for the Holidays Want to spread some cheer to a fellow Veteran this holiday season? Send a creative note to your Veteran peers! READ MORE Veterans Eligible to Use CaringBridge for Free  Veterans experiencing health challenges can stay connected with loved ones for free thanks to CaringBridge, which replaces countless texts and emails with a easy-to-use and secure communications platform.  LEARN MORE Why I get my health care at VA: Marine Corps and Vietnam Veteran Jake Call Center Available for Veterans, Afghans in Need of Assistance due to Afghanistan Withdrawal Veterans, Afghans or their families who need assistance due to the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan are eligible for help from the Independence Line – a new call center launched by The Independence Fund and Loyal Source. READ MORE Launch of the Sponsor Circle Program for Afghans The State Department is partnering with the Community Sponsorship Hub (CSH), a project of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisers, Inc., to support the launch of the Sponsor Circle Program for Afghans. This program will create new opportunities for individuals and community groups across the country to directly support Afghans who have been relocated to the United States under Operation Allies Welcome. READ MORE   Updated Guidance Regarding Applicant Deadlines for COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced updated guidance for COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan program applicants to better serve small business owners in need, while funding remains available. Since its inception, the program has approved nearly $300 billion in relief. LEARN MORE Veteran Job postings Technician, Fire and Water - Chagrin, Ohio Ford Motor Company - Hourly Production Team Member - Pleasant Valley, MO Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. If your company is looking to hire military connected people, please post the open job URL.  POST FREE JOB VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Win $100 Gift Card with Rally$weeps Rally$weeps is a free program offered to Veterans, families, caregivers, survivors, and civilian supporters of the military by RallyPoint to encourage us all to connect on topics relevant to our shared military and Veteran experiences. By contributing to these conversations, you have the opportunity to win one of many $100 Amazon gift cards. What Are You Most Thankful For About Your Military Experience? Borne the Battle Rewind: Alaska Native Veterans Program of 2019 If you or a family member are an Alaska Native Veteran who served during the Vietnam era, you may be entitled to receive up to 160 acres of land. On this week’s special Rewind episode of Borne the Battle, we meet with a panel of experts to discuss the details of the Alaska Native Veterans Land Allotment Program and how to apply. LEARN MORE LISTEN NOW Vets First Podcast: Learning about drug use disorders from origin to treatment In the first half of episode five, podcast hosts Levi Sowers and Brandon Rea interview Dr. Anthony Miller. The episode focuses on opiate use disorder. The three discuss the risks of sustained opiate consumption, causes and treatment options for opiate use disorder, relapsing, and societal views on addiction. LISTEN Are you a Veteran with a designated caregiver or receiving geriatric care services from VA? Request a FREE set of Portals from Facebook today while supplies last. ENTER REQUEST  Mountain Khakis 40% off purchase once registered. Available for active military, Veterans, dependents and spouses. Foot Locker 15% discount for active duty, Veterans, National Guard, Reservists and dependents of active duty and retirees. Targus 25% off tablet and laptop accessories orders online. Available for active military, Veterans, reservists, National Guard, spouses and dependents. VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS

VAntage Point Blogs: Why I get my health care at VA: Air Force Veteran Larry #VADidThat: Translating science into personalized diabetes treatment Veterans needed to serve as youth mentors Call center available for Veterans, Afghans in need of assistance due to Afghanistan withdrawal Veterans, communities connect through art, writing workshops VA and Heroes Foundation create employment opportunities for Veterans Four reasons to be thankful at VA this Thanksgiving Secretary McDonough answers Veterans’ questions Caregiver turns to unique partnership for guidance on long-term care in pandemic Retail pharmacies, urgent care providers: How to provide flu shots to eligible Veterans this flu season VA assists justice-involved Veterans through free provider consults and resources Veterans Health Administration at 75 years: A legacy of service, and the future of care Columbia VA summer student volunteers receive Tammy M. Finney Youth Scholarship Enjoying holiday meals – the mindful way Work that matters: Physician opportunities at VA HUD-VASH program provides comprehensive care for aging Veterans facing homelessness Birmingham VA patient escort saves life, attributes his training and resilience VHA Innovation Experience 2021 breaks boundaries with Veteran-impacting innovation Free robotic companion pets for Veterans with dementia in the DC area Share some cheer with a fellow Veteran for the Holidays Commander Ernest E. Evans: Down with the ship Don’t quit trying. Try quitting with VA – and staying smoke-free America250: Army Veteran Tony K. Burris Three ways VA is tackling the rural clinical workforce crisis VA News Releases:  VA and Indian Health Service broaden scope to serve American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans Smoking rates steadily trend down among Veterans receiving VA care

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