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Mental Health Resources Available [] [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]( [memorial day flowers]( Honor the Fallen: New Interactive “Find a Cemetery” Map In time for Memorial Day, VA launched a new interactive “Find a Cemetery” map. The feature enables Veterans to search for their final resting place or locate a Veteran interred at any of the 155 VA-managed or 119 VA-funded cemeteries. [LEARN MORE]( Upcoming Events (All times ET unless noted) May 26, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. - [Job Fair - West Los Angeles California Veterans Home]( May 26, 11 a.m.-12 p.m - [PsychArmor - Caregiver Mental Health]( May 26, 1-2 p.m. - [VetXL: Survivors Together - Memorial Day Q&A]( May 26, 4-5 p.m. - [Military Mental Health Webinar]( May 27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. - [28th National Military Survivor seminar and Good Grief Camp]( May 30, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. - [Fort Logan Memorial Day Ceremony]( May 31, 4-5 p.m. - [Veterans Career Live–Veterans Rapid Retraining Assistance Program]( [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [woman in medical scrubs]( Here are the Top Five Reasons to Choose VRRAP Today If you’re a Veteran who lost your job due to the COVID-19 pandemic, VA may have a solution for you. The Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance Program (VRRAP) offers education and training for a variety of high-demand jobs so you can get back to work. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [a man and his phone ]( The Veterans Crisis Line is Here for You If you’re a Veteran going through a tough time and thinking about reaching out, what’s your first step? Text a friend you served with? Call your doctor? Read more for answers to some questions you may have. You’re not alone, and the [Veterans Crisis Line]( is here to support you. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man using telehealth technology]( VA Helping Veterans Get Internet Access and Technology for Telehealth Care Did you know VA can help eligible Veterans identify discounted internet services or get a device to participate in video visits with their VA health care team? Through VA’s Digital Divide Consult, VA social workers help Veterans learn more about programs that may offer discounts on internet and/or internet-connected devices, such as [Lifeline](and the [Affordable Connectivity Program](. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Help us improve the #VetResources newsletter, share your feedback!]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [the bluf podcast]( Modernizing VA, Family Caregiver Program Updates, Single Sign-On with MyHealtheVet In this episode of The BLUF we explore how VA is modernizing, updates taking place for the Family Caregiver Program, and a new Single Sign-On function within MyHealtheVet. [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [guitars for vets and cavarts]( Guitars for Vets, Challenge America Veteran Arts Community Join Forces Challenge America and Guitars For Vets are partnering to build camaraderie and learning opportunities through guitar instruction, live events and resources hosted in the Challenge America Veteran Arts Community. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [covid test kit]( Receive Free COVID Test Kits VA offers free COVID-19 self-test kits and diagnostic lab tests for Veterans who are enrolled in VA health care. Everyone in the U.S. can also get free self-test kits. These at-home rapid tests are an important tool to help stop the spread of the virus. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [borne the battle retired major general mark graham]( Borne the Battle: Mental Health Awareness Month Are you a Veteran or member of the military community who is experiencing a hard time and would like to talk to another Veteran? After losing one son to suicide and another to war, retired Major General Mark Graham became the director of Vets4Warriors, a nonprofit organization that gives 24/7 confidential peer support to military personnel, Veterans, their families and caregivers. To learn more, tune in to this week’s episode of Borne the Battle. [LISTEN]( [WATCH]( [DISCUSS]( [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Find support for Veterans and their families during Mental Health Month.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- VA Seeks Input on Challenges to Veteran Voter Registration With primary season upon us, VA wants to learn more about the Veteran voter registration experience and how you participate in our nation’s democratic process. Please complete this survey to help us understand how we can best assist Veteran voters exercise the right that they fought to defend. Click [here]( to learn more and [take the survey]( to share your voice. [TAKE THE SURVEY]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Jobs [Regions Security Services - Multiple Roles (FL)]( [Women Veterans Alliance - Advertising Sales (Remote)]( [Montana Department of Corrections - Correctional Officer (MT)]( [Production Buyer/ Planner - Painesville, OH]( [Flex Officer - Kings Mountain, NC]( [Project Manager II - Dallas, TX]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [rally sweeps]( Win $100 Gift Card by Answering the Following Question: [What was the pettiest or silliest thing you saw someone consulted for?]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. [POST FREE JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- VA is Here for You During Times of Emotional Distress Feeling distress is a normal response to negative events, especially events that feel personal. Veterans and those who care about them are encouraged to learn more about available mental health and healing resources. - Every VA facility has mental health specialists. [Find one near you.]( - Community-based Vet Centers are available to you. Call [1-877-927-8387](tel:%2018779278387) or[find one near you](. - [Maketheconnection.net]( offers stories of hope and healing for Veterans experiencing challenging life events. - Resources for parents and families affected by gun violence. [Community & Gun Violence | Sesame Street in Communities]( - Call the Veterans Crisis Line 24/7at [1-800-273-8255](tel:18002738255) and press 1, text to 838255 or [chat](. - Have a question for VA? 1-800-MyVA411 ([800-698-2411](tel:18006982411)) is available 24/7. --------------------------------------------------------------- Update Your Address and Contact Information Online Are you moving, currently receiving benefits or prescriptions, or enrolled in VA health care and want to know how to change your address? You can update your personal contact information anytime, anywhere through VA.gov. Log in or create a free VA.gov account today! [update your contact information graphic]( --------------------------------------------------------------- VA COVID-19: [Updates]( | [Chat]( | [App]( | [Weekly Report]( | [Vaccine]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [discounts for veterans]( [Texas de Brazil]( 15% off, not valid on holidays. 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[VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( VAntage Point Blogs: - [Provider webinar: Women Veterans and trauma-informed care]( - [VA nurses make a difference in the lives of those around them]( - [VA has a plan to keep patients safe as COVID levels change]( - [VA and IBM collaboration to build pathways for Veteran success]( - [The Veterans Crisis Line is here for you]( - [VA makes it easier to buy a home on tribal land]( - [National Memorial Day Concert to feature Gold Star Families tribute]( - [VA TeleEye provides specialty care to Veterans nationwide]( - [Study: National economic burden of PTSD `staggering’]( - [Oklahoma City VA holds fourth annual baby shower]( - [Phoenix clinic renamed to honor KIA Army Veteran]( - [VA biomedical engineer a pioneer in prosthetics technology]( - [Gulf Coast VA concludes Nurses Week with “Blessing of the Hands”]( - [HIMSS 2022: Veteran health care takes center stage at global health IT conference]( - [Talking VA and the Veteran experience with “Tough as Nails” winner Lia Mort]( - [Training for the worst day: Emergency preparedness simulations]( - [PTSD Bytes #9: What is trauma?]( - [Anyone can report harassment and sexual assault]( - [VR&E participant becomes children’s book author]( - [ICU nurse applies track star career passion to Veteran care]( - [Peter M. Rhee: Navy Surgeon]( - [Spinal cord injury treatment enables Navy Veteran to have a family]( - [America250 Army Air Forces Veteran Maggie Gee]( - [Telehealth hub in Boise to serve thousands of rural Veterans]( - [Santa Fe Vet Center provides support after forest fire]( - [Women Veterans: Relief is available for pelvic pain]( - [National Research Week: Science in service of Veterans]( - [Employment assistance from Bridge My Return brings jobseekers, employers together]( - [Ready to grow? 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