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Wishing you a safe and happy 4th of July weekend Celebrating Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbeques, and large crowds. While these activities are fun, Veterans, especially combat Veterans living with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), may need support to manage potential triggers. Visit the National Center for PTSD’s website for information that can help Veterans, their families and/or caregivers this Fourth of July holiday, as well as every day throughout the year. Convenient resources like VA apps offer support and guidance for both IOS and Android Devices. If you have NOT received your COVID-19 vaccine, please take this quick survey.

Events this Week Jul. 01 - Kansas City Veterans Job Fair Jul. 04 - Macy's 4th of July Fireworks NYC (televised) Jul. 04 - A Capitol Fourth PBS Concert Jul. 06 - National Virtual Career Fair VIEW ALL EVENTS What do I need to know about the Delta variant of COVID-19? I’ve heard about a new “Delta variant” of the virus that causes COVID-19. Is it dangerous? How can I protect myself against the Delta variant? Will other variants like the Delta variant continue to spread in the future? GET THE ANSWERS VA extending moratorium on foreclosures and evictions Instant Loan Approval for insurance loans is here VA provides life insurance for service members, Veterans and their families and instant loan approval on those policies is now available. Veterans with permanent insurance plans have the option to borrow up to the reserve (cash) value of their policy less any indebtedness.  LEARN MORE What's your favorite 4th of July tradition? Share on RallyPoint for a chance to win a $500 Weber gift card! Johnnie Jones, civil rights icon, gets Purple Heart 77 years after World War II wounds 101 year old Veteran Johnnie Jones can still see the German sniper who tried to kill him as he came ashore Omaha Beach on D-Day. “I remember it all,” he said. “Sometimes reminiscing is a terrible thing. I lay down at night and as soon as I close my eyes, I relive the whole D-Day invasion.” Jones received his Purple Heart this past Saturday.  LEARN MORE VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Give blood, get a gift card Donors of all blood types – especially type O and those giving platelets – are urged to make an appointment to give now. Those who give July 7-31 receive a $10 Amazon gift card and could win gas for a year. LEARN MORE IRS online tool helps families see if they qualify for the Child Tax Credit Borne the Battle: USAF Veteran Marti Moore, VP Spectrum Charter Communications Marti Moore knows first-hand the value that Veterans bring to a company. She currently leads a company program that provides mentorship and professional growth opportunities to over 1,000 Veteran employees. LISTEN LEARN MORE Take the pledge to raise PTSD Awareness Veteran Job Board on RallyPoint  Create a free account and get discovered by Veteran employers here: RallyPoint.com/Jobs Diversified Utility Services - Multiple Roles and Locations Department of Veterans Affairs - Electrician Superior Beverage Group - Multiple Roles and Locations  Sygma - Production Associate FIND A JOB POST A JOB Vet Centers: 42 years of serving Veterans National 9/11 Veterans Art Competition now accepting submissions Calling all Veteran artists and poets! The National 9/11 Veterans Art Competition is now accepting submissions.  Enter your submission of 2D art and/or poetry reflecting the theme “Standing United” by July 9th.  LEARN MORE Read about a military family's story of support ShopVCS.com 45% off for a limited time on apparel, footwear, outdoor gear, personal tech and more Walgreens 20% off eligible regular price items with myWalgreens™ (in store only) July 1-4, 2021.  iRobot 15% off select robots and free shipping on all robot orders VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS

VAntage Point Blogs: COVID-19 Vaccine: What does an EUA mean for vaccine safety? VA celebrates Cancer Survivor Month Veteran changes his life with support of Whole Health coach Expanding access to specialty cancer care through TeleOncology News Releases: VA Secretary Denis McDonough statement on department’s extension of moratoriums on foreclosures and evictions, as well as new mortgage repayment assistance to help stabilize vulnerable households

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