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Veterans, active duty, Reserve, Guard photos needed for November Salute [] [US Department of Veterans Affairs]( [facebook]([twitter]([instagram]([youtube]([RP]([Podcast]([blog]([website]([contact us]( [#VetResources]( is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. [VIEW/SHARE]( | [EVENTS]( | [WELCOME KIT]( | [PODCAST]( [rc football tee]( Give Blood, Get a Free T-Shirt from the Red Cross The [American Red Cross]( has a critical need for blood donors, especially those with O & B blood types, & platelet donors. Black blood donors are also needed to help patients with sickle cell disease. Donors who come to give with the Red Cross by Sept. 30 will receive a limited-edition football-themed T-shirt, while supplies last. [LEARN MORE]( Events this Week Sep. 23 - [PVA Employer Session: Bank of America]( Sep. 23 - [Master Class: Senior Military]( Sep. 24 - [Virtual Military-Friendly Job Fair]( Sep. 27 - [Blue Star Race to Support Military Families]( Sep. 28 - [Transitioning Army & Army Spouse Virtual Career Fair]( Sep. 28 - [MilitaryHire Virtual Job Fair & Networking]( Sep. 28 - [VA Medical Instrument Technician Careers]( Sep. 29 - [G.I. Jobs Virtual Career Expo]( Sep. 29 - [Virtual Veterans 'Reach Out' Seminar]( Sep. 30 - [Emergency Rental Assistance: Tools to Assist People You Serve]( [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- VA COVID-19: [Updates]( | [Chat]( | [App]( | [Weekly Report]( | [Vaccine]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [serve all who served graphic]( Tenth anniversary of the repeal of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell The repeal of DADT gave LGB service members the freedom to serve without having to hide an essential part of themselves. It also recognized to serve in the military should be measured by character, skills and abilities, not who one loves. [LEARN MORE]( As a result of stigma, stress, and discrimination, LGBTQ+ Veterans face increased health risks and unique challenges in health care. We want you to be comfortable talking with your VA providers about all aspects of your life, so we can offer you the best care possible. View/Download our LGBTQ+ Quick Start Guide to get started with VA services. [GET THE GUIDE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veterans can plan their legacy with VA burial and memorial benefits]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [old glory relay]( Team RWB's Old Glory Relay Follow along this epic 62-day journey running, walking, and hiking the American flag from New York City, NY to Atlanta, GA. Today, the flag is moving through Pennsylvania and into Maryland and will complete 519 total miles moved. It's not too late to join the effort virtually or in-person along the route. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Let’s talk about substance use]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [america250 photo mosaic ]( America250: Veterans, active duty, Reserve, Guard photos needed for November Salute America250 will use submitted images to create a photo mosaic honoring those who served. In addition to the art installation, the photo mosaic will also be available for viewing through an interactive online gallery, where you can explore and find out more about the people and stories represented. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA Caregiver Support Program to provide an additional year for eligibility and reassessment of certain participants]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [welcome us afghan families]( Welcome.US – Supporting our Afghan neighbors [Welcome.US]( is a coalition that’s built by leaders across sectors, political parties, and all walks of life who are coming together to do everything we can to support Afghans seeking safety. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Discover support for family and friends of Veterans]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [david bonilla]( Borne the Battle Podcast Marine Veteran David Bonilla is an Emmy Award winning audio engineer who attributes much of his success to the lessons that he learned while in the military. [LISTEN]( [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Amazon Warrior Transition Stories: Preparing Transitioning Service Members, Veterans and Military Spouses for Civilian Careers]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran Job Board on RallyPoint]( Create a free account and get discovered by Veteran employers here: [RallyPoint.com/Jobs]( - [Teleflex - Medical Sales Representative]( - Enterprise Holdings - Management Trainee]( - VA -]([Supply Technician]( - Baxter - Senior Marketing Manager]( [FIND A JOB]( [POST A JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- COVID-19 Survey: [I received a vaccine]( / [I have not received a vaccine]( --------------------------------------------------------------- RallySweeps: Share on RallyPoint to Win an Amazon Gift Card! 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