Login.gov Offers New In-person Identity Verification for Veterans



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*If you file your PACT Act claim [ [link removed] ]?or quickly submit your intent to file [ [link removed] ]?by August 9, 2023 (Next Wednesday!), you may receive benefits backdated to August 10, 2022. In the words of Jon Stewart, ?File! File! File! This is not a drill!!!? Watch his video here [ [link removed] ].*

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*Purple Heart Day August 7: Work Out with Team RWB to Honor Purple Heart Recipients*

Each year on August 7, our nation recognizes the men and women who are Purple Heart recipients. Team Red, White and Blue (RWB) will host Purple Heart Workout week August 5-13, as we honor and recognize Purple Heart recipients.

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*COMMUNITY*

Brick by Brick Esports Stream ? Aug 2 [ [link removed] ]
Transitioning Army & Spouse Virtual Career Fair ? Aug 8 [ [link removed] ]
From Service to Homeownership: VA Home Loan Benefits ? Aug 8 [ [link removed] ]
Hiring Our Heroes: Healthcare Virtual Hiring Fair ? Aug 9 [ [link removed] ]
Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing ? Aug 9 [ [link removed] ]
West Los Angeles VA Medical Center Summer BBQ ? Aug 10 [ [link removed] ]



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*PACT ACT EVENTS*

Pensacola FL Summer VetFest ? Aug 4 [ [link removed] ]
San Antonio TX Summer VetFest ? Aug 4 [ [link removed] ]
PACT Act and Women Veterans (Online) ? Aug 4 [ [link removed] ]
Eastern Kansas PACT Act Resource Meeting ? Aug 5 [ [link removed] ]
St. Petersburg FL Summer VetFest ? Aug 5 [ [link removed] ]
Honolulu HI Summer VetFest ? Aug 6 [ [link removed] ]
Rhode Island Summer VetFest ? Aug 8 [ [link removed] ]
South Carolina Veterans Experience Action Center (VEAC) ? Aug 10 [ [link removed] ]



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MilSpouseFest Brings Connections, Resources to Spouses Across the Country

If you want to connect with other military-affiliated spouses and learn about resources, then MilSpouseFest [ [link removed] ] is for you. MilSpouseFest is dedicated to empowering military spouses and families by providing them with information, resources and the community support they need daily.

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*?Reflecting Back? ? Military Memories?**Competition. Your Chance to Win $250!*

*Song Connection: Which song do you connect most to your time in Military service? What specific memories does this song bring back for you? [ [link removed] ]*

Last month?s $250 & $50 winners [ [link removed] ]

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*Learn how therapy and meditation helped this U.S. Army Veteran process his emotions and restore his relationships with his loved ones. [ [link removed] ]*

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Login.gov Offers New In-person Identity Verification for Veterans

Veterans can use Login.gov as a single, secure way to sign in to VA.gov and manage VA benefits and health care. When creating your Login.gov account, you can now verify your identity in-person if you are unable to successfully upload your state-issued ID.

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Tips to Make a Healthier Barbecue

From using a variety of meats to healthier dessert options, here are several tips to make your next barbecue a healthy one.

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Expanded Breast Cancer Screening Options for Veterans

VA has expanded breast cancer risk assessments and mammograms to women Veterans who have experienced toxic exposure.?On-site mammograms are available at over 70 VA health care facilities and at convenient locations in the community.

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College Students Encouraged to Apply for VA Internship Program

College students, don't miss the opportunity to join VA's Virtual Student Federal Service (VSFS) Internship program. Apply by this Friday (August 4) for writing, editing, research and graphic design positions. This is your last chance to gain valuable experience. Secure your spot now!

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Your Serious Acid Reflux May Be Something More Serious....But Is Easily Treatable

"I went to VA,?they asked me my symptoms, where I had served in the military, and they handed me a small, hand-held bag and told me to breathe into it." Learn how one Veteran found answers from VA and received the treatment needed.

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Veteran Jobs [ [link removed] ]

*Technology & Engineering*

*Senior IT Auditor*?(Chicago, IL & Phoenix, AZ) [ [link removed] ]
*HRIS Analyst*?(Remote) [ [link removed] ]
*Regional Reliability Engineer*?(Clear Brook, VA) [ [link removed] ]
*Mechanical Engineer* (Atlanta, GA) [ [link removed] ]

*Agriculture & Technical Jobs*

*Program Coordinator?*(Raleigh, NC) [ [link removed] ]
*Production Manager*?(Clear Brook, VA) [ [link removed] ]
*Supply Chain Manager*?(Florence, KY) [ [link removed] ]
*Industrial Maintenance Technician*?(Nashville, TN) [ [link removed] ]
*Automotive Worker* (Lakewood, WA) [ [link removed] ]
Henry County Water Authority -?*Safety Specialist* (McDonough, GA) [ [link removed] ]
City of Wilmington - Healthy *Homes Rehabilitation Technician* (Wilmington, NC) [ [link removed] ]

*Security and Law Enforcement*

*Emergency Response Security Officer* (Lenexa, KS) [ [link removed] ]
*Security Officer* (Cape Canaveral, FL) [ [link removed] ]

*Social Services & Medical*

*Financial Counselor (US Army TAP)*?(Fort Moore,?GA) [ [link removed] ]

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Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors.

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Dollywood [ [link removed] ]?30% off one to three-day admission tickets. Discounted season passes. Available for active military, Veterans, reservists, spouses and family members.

L.L. Bean [ [link removed] ]?10% off military discount.

Seaworld Parks and Entertainment [ [link removed] ]?Various discounts for active military and Veterans depending on location.

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*VA News:?*


* Screening and diagnosing lung cancer early [ [link removed] ]
* Live Whole Health: Self #180: Finding connection, inside and out [ [link removed] ]
* Oldest VA blind center a vision of hope for 75 years [ [link removed] ]
* VA residential treatment for PTSD recovery [ [link removed] ]
* ?Larry! Have you heard about the PACT Act?? [ [link removed] ]
* Nursing home Veterans enjoy butterfly garden [ [link removed] ]
* Care for the growing population of older Veterans as a geriatrics physician [ [link removed] ]
* Los Banos ATLAS site completes 200th telehealth encounter [ [link removed] ]
* Health care after pregnancy [ [link removed] ]
* Rural WAVE expands Veteran reintegration [ [link removed] ]
* Furthering equal opportunities for persons with disabilities [ [link removed] ]
* MVP ? Lifestyle changes for improved health [ [link removed] ]

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1-800-MyVA411 [ tel:18006982411 ]?(1-800-698-2411 [ tel:18006982411 ])?is always the right number

Veterans Crisis Line [ [link removed] ]:?988 [ tel:988 ] and press 1, Chat [ [link removed] ], or Text 838255
Vet Centers [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-927-8387 [ tel:18779278387 ]
Homeless Veteran Resources [ [link removed] ]: 1-877-424-3838 [ tel:18774243838 ]?or Chat [ [link removed] ]

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