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Get Your Free Military Service Plaque In time for the Holidays, Together We Served is offering all Veterans a FREE, high quality 11” x 6” plaque of their military service which can be printed out and framed. CLAIM YOURS

VA Hosting 90+ Town Hall Events to Discuss New Eligibilities, Benefits for Veterans From December 10-17, VA is hosting more than 90 in-person town hall events across the country to provide information on the new benefits and services you may be eligible for due to the PACT Act. Find an event near you and get help enrolling in VA health care and accessing your benefits. If you have questions or need assistance, just show up! FIND YOURS Upcoming Events (All times ET unless noted) Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. CT – Salute to Service Veterans Career Workshop  Dec. 1, 12-4 p.m. – Houston All Veteran Job Fair  Dec. 1, 12-1 p.m. – Virtual Franchise Fair - GI Jobs  Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – LinkedIn Basics Workshop  Dec. 1, 2-6 p.m. – San Diego All Veteran Job Fair  Dec. 1, 1-2 p.m. CT – Job Search Strategies  Dec. 1, 12-4 p.m. – Creative Writing Workshop for Military, Veterans, Caregivers, Spouses  Dec. 2, 12-1 p.m. CT – Resume Targeting Workshop  Dec. 3, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. CT – Heroes on the Water Kayak Fishing Event  Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Rescheduled Veterans Day Equestrian Ride  Dec. 6, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. MT – Veteran's Benefits Seminar Coming to Mesilla, NM  Dec. 6, 4-5 p.m. – Veterans Career Live - Career Assistance for Justice-Involved Veterans Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Military Hire Virtual Job Fair  Dec. 7, 12-4 p.m. – Military Friendly Virtual Job Fair  Dec. 7, 12-1:30 p.m. – Kick Starting Your Career in IT  Dec. 7, 1-5 p.m. – Fort Bliss All Veteran Job Fair  Dec. 7, 1-3 p.m. – IRS Information Session for Individuals with Disabilities (Schedule A)  Dec. 7, 2-3 p.m. – Federal Highway Administration Virtual Career Information Session  Dec. 7, 6-7:30 p.m. PT – Active Military and Veterans VA Homebuyer Webinar  Dec. 8, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. – Veteran Benefits Seminar Coming to Homestead  Dec. 8, 10-11:30 a.m. – Veteran's Workers Rights and USERRA  Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – 2022 Hire Vets Now - Naval Station Norfolk  Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. – Atlanta All Veteran Job Fair  Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. CT – Veterans Benefits Seminar Coming to Columbus, NE  Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. CT – Joint Base San Antonio Hiring Event  Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m. – 10 Steps to a Federal Job Resume Workshop  Dec. 8, 10-11 a.m. PT – Identifying and Achieving Your Financial Goals  Dec. 8, 1-2 p.m. – Hiring Our Heroes Aviation & Aerospace Virtual Hiring Fair  VIEW ALL EVENTS Tips for Managing Stress Around the Holidays There are many joyous things about the holiday season, but this time of year can also bring on stress, depression and other challenges for Veterans or their family members. Learn healthy tips for managing these challenges. READ MORE 13 Places Offering Free Wills or Trusts for Veterans Find out the various places that offer free wills or trusts specifically for Veterans. These resources are designed to make end-of-life planning easier, no matter your experience levels. LEARN MORE  Veteran and military spouse employment a priority across VA   Programs Offer Veterans Discounts on Internet Service Qualifying Veterans can receive discounts on internet and mobile services through the Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Programs, often without needing to submit paperwork. LEARN MORE Apply for the Community Catalyst Award, closes Dec. 16 Explore Medical Support Assistant Jobs at VA Medical support assistants keep VA running by connecting Veterans with providers and supporting the day-to-day at VA hospitals and clinics. Some even say, they are “the backbone of the facility.” WATCH READ MORE Veteran Jobs Assistant Store Manager/ Retail Customer Service Representative - Saco ME Assistant Store Manager/ Retail Customer Service Representative - Salem MA Production Supervisor, Multiple Locations Maintenance Supervisor, Florence, KY Sr Technical Maintenance Manager, Florence, KY Automation and Controls Specialist, Tonganoxie, KS Customer Care Advisor, Sarasota, FL Digital Solutions Developer, Eden Prairie, MN Maintenance Technician, Multiple Locations Warehouse Associate, Kansas City, MO Operations Technician- Process Support, Tonganoxie, KS Forks & Flavors - Multiple Food Service Roles Brosnan Risk Consultants - Multiple Security Roles E.C. Barton & Company - Multiple Customer Service & Sales Roles Over 100 vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors.  POST FREE JOB How Do You Rate Your Local VA Medical Center? Last Chance November Sweeps! Win $100 Gift Card by Answering the Following Questions: What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given? What's the worst motivational tattoo you've seen in the military? What's your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? What's your plan for Veterans Day this year? Reconnect with the Veteran community on RallyPoint now! iRobot 15% off select robots and free shipping on all robot orders Take 5 Oil Change 25% off oil change for Active Duty and Veterans. Eddie Bauer 10% off military discount. VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS

VA News:   Annie text messages are bright spot for Veterans’ caregivers Get your foot in the door at VA with these strategies Marines and VFW host recovery center Veterans Share your generosity with Veterans on GivingTuesday Live Whole Health #147: Connecting Mind and Body, session 8 Bombas, Veterans United increase number of socks donated to homeless Veterans VA and FCC make it easier for Veterans to get internet access Discover how to spot pension poaching scammers and report financial fraud Two nurses working together…30 years after nursing school First impression key component of surge hiring event Dublin VA building primary care and Women’s Health clinic Musicians On Call perform for Tennessee Veterans The top reasons physicians choose a job… and you’ll find them all at VA! Central Ohio VA staff pitch VA at VetsAid benefit concert VA and community distribute free groceries to Veterans Dinners for Veterans: Putting “Thanks” and “Giving” into action Happy Thanksgiving from VA America250: Army Veteran Jack C. Montgomery NCA partners with tribes to honor Native American traditions and culture Chicago Winter Stand Down helps Veterans in need Smartphones prove a smart solution to combatting homelessness Why we serve: Find your calling in VA’s mission of service to Veterans Louisville VA and UofL partnership leads to new microscopes

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