Vet Resources

Join our Virtual Career Fair Friday, July 30th!

#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors.  VIEW/SHARE | EVENTS | WELCOME KIT | PODCAST Calling all Veteran job seekers! VA is partnering with Microsoft Corporation for a Veterans’ Virtual Career Fair on Friday, July 30, 2021. The live event will feature 30+ top private and federal employers who are committed to hiring Veterans. Each participating employer will have multiple job openings nationwide to fill.  LEARN MORE Take this quick survey if you have not had your COVID-19 vaccination.  VA COVID-19: Updates | Chat | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Events this Week Jul. 29 - Women Veterans Empowerment Webinar: "LEGACY" Jul. 29 - Master Class: Mid Career Professional, Associate's Degree or Experience Jul. 30 - Microsoft Virtual Hiring Fair Aug. 3 - Acing the Interview Interactive Workshop Aug. 4 - Gulf War Veterans' Illness Research Advisory Committee Meeting Aug. 4 - Food Connection Event in AZ VIEW ALL EVENTS Army Veterans launch podcast to amplify the realities of military service Veterans have options as foreclosure and eviction bans set to expire Temporary bans on evictions and other tenant and homeowner protections implemented during the pandemic are set to expire soon.  CLICK HERE FOR RESOURCES Treatment Courts offer Veterans a way to turn their lives around Bridge My Return opens to spouses and caregivers Bridge My Return (BMR) is now open to military and Veteran spouses and caregivers to help them find meaningful employment. Work-from-home jobs are game-changing for military spouses, Veteran spouses and caregivers. Origin8, a tech startup, plans to hire up to 600 Veterans and spouses via the BMR platform; all from home with flexible hours.  LEARN MORE Last Chance! Share on RallyPoint for a chance to Win a $100 Cabela's Gift Card! What's your best Camping, Hunting, or Hiking story? What's Your Favorite Fishing Spot? Veteran Job Board on RallyPoint  Create a free account and get discovered by Veteran employers here: RallyPoint.com/Jobs National Merchants Association - Administrative Assistant Kentik - Multiple Roles  Department of Veterans Affairs - Supply Technician Baxter - Distribution Supervisor FIND A JOB POST A JOB COVID-19 Vaccine: What does an EUA mean for vaccine safety? Borne the Battle Podcast This week, we talk with Marine Veteran, Hollywood actress and stuntwoman Leaphy Khim.  Some of Leaphy's credits include The Rookie, SEAL Team, Grey's Anatomy and more. LISTEN LEARN MORE Consumer fraud alert: Tips for avoiding VA home loan scams American Giant – 20% off purchase  Targus – 25% off tablet and laptop accessories orders online SmartStyle Hair Salons 10% discount off services and products VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS Join VA with a Virtual Internship Veterans Canteen Service celebrates 75 Years with special deals All existing ShopVCS.com customer accounts will receive a $10 credit in their existing account August 7, 2021. Don't have an account? Sign up for free at www.ShopVCS.com. In addition to the $10 credit, there will be bonus discounts applied in cart, Mega Deals with brands like Oakley, Ray-Ban, Danner Boots, Garmin and more and a $15-off coupon code on a purchase of $250 or more for ticket/travel deals. LEARN MORE VAntage Point Blogs: VA job fairs are helping Veterans find employment Every day is Hire a Veteran Day at VA Veteran suicide prevention in New Jersey PTSD training at VA: The gold standard of care Diversity, equity, inclusion – VA goals VA Chief of Staff reaffirms commitment to ending Veteran homelessness VA News Releases: VA announces new options to help Veterans avoid foreclosure VA resetting relationship with labor unions 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 VA Welcome Kit  VA WELCOME KIT   Find a VA facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Want to receive this newsletter or other VA updates?