VA RESOURCES UPDATE

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#Desert Storm30: Colin Powell Says Veterans Did Fabulous Job In the final installment of our series highlighting Desert Storm's 30th anniversary, WATCH Army Veteran Colin Powell on Veterans and several first-hand stories from the war. Desert Storm Veterans, get your FREE Gulf War Registry Health Exam If you're a Veteran of Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, or Enduring Freedom and served near a burn pit, sign up for the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry ALL DS STORIES VA coronavirus Updates | Chatbot | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine

Virtual Events this Week Jan. 21 - Virtual Hiring Event: Healthcare Jobs Jan. 21 - San Antonio - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution Jan. 21 - PAVE Connect: Top Tips for Career Networking Jan. 21 - Sharing the Journey virtual caregiver support Jan. 22 - Atlanta - Soldiers’ Angels Veteran Food Distribution Jan. 26 - Resources to Help Your Business Rebound Jan. 27 - Mental Health and Suicide Prevention: A VA Psychiatrist’s Perspective IRS Free File available; claim Recovery Rebate Credit and other tax credits IRS Free File online products are available to any taxpayer or family who earned $72,000 or less in 2020. MilTax online software is also now available and the free products support mobile use, so you can file from your phone!  LEARN MORE Veterans Outreach Coordinator job open at University of Florida Health Program Operation Family Caregiver makes a difference for military families Operation Family Caregiver (OFC) provides coaching and support to caregivers of all types and it's free. Caregivers who have completed the program report fewer health complaints, less depression, and reduced anxiety for their children.  LEARN MORE VA MOBILE APPS:  COVID | VIDEO | TEXTS | SCHEDULE | COUPLES Easterseals resources for Veterans and their families Easterseals serves people with disabilities, seniors, Veterans and their families with employment services, health and wellness programs, caregiver support and more. Any Veteran, regardless of age or whether or not they have a disability, is eligible for services through Easterseals.  LEARN MORE Rediscover your purpose and passion for life Borne The Battle: Scott Stump, CEO Desert Storm Memorial  Veteran Scott Stump spent the past decade of his life working to establish the nation’s first National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial. Learn more about his work in this week’s episode. LEARN MORE                   LISTEN Borne The Battle Bonus Episode: CARES Act Home Loan Breakdown If you have a federally backed loan (VA, FHA, USDA, etc) and are having difficulty paying your mortgage due to the coronavirus pandemic, deadlines are approaching to apply for CARES Act forbearance or foreclosure assistance. Listen to this bonus episode which breaks down how to apply. LEARN MORE                  LISTEN

VAntage Point Blogs: VA nurse CPR training pays off Veteran VA employee goes above and beyond to help homeless Veteran community VA hiring oncologists for female Veterans care One question could save a life. Would you ask it? Live Whole Health #56: The First Step COVID-19 Research Volunteer: Dr. Adam Robinson

VA is here for you. 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311 Download the UPDATED VA Welcome Kit  VA WELCOME KIT   Find a VA facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR

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