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Year in Review: New Report Highlights Some of VA's Major Accomplishments in 2022 [] [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]( [Man holding smart phone]( Using Mobile Apps for Your Fitness Goals? Veterans are eligible to apply to participate in a one-hour phone or zoom interview about your post-service health and fitness experience and how technology supports your journey. A limited selection of participants who complete the interview will receive a $100 gift card for their participation. [LEARN MORE]( Upcoming Events (All times ET unless noted) Jan. 5, 1-3 p.m. – [Student Veterans of America National Conference Employer Summit]( Jan. 5, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. MT – [Veteran Experience Live: Montana Q&A]( Jan. 9, 6-9 p.m. PT – [VetCTAP- Veteran Career Transition Assistance Program]( Jan. 11, 9-10 a.m. PT – [Free Veterans Skills Program Orientation]( [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man holding tie preparing for job interview]( Free Career Training Benefits Transitioning Military, Veterans Transitioning service members, Veterans and military spouses can receive free career training and professional certification from Onward to Opportunity (O2O). Visit the [Onward to Opportunity website]( to learn more or to apply for one of the 40+ professional pathways. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA calendar 2022 wrap]( The Year May be Winding Down, but VA’s Commitment to Veterans Will Never Cease VA's new report, “Serving America’s Veterans,” highlights the work and major accomplishments of VA's public servants in 2022, as VA continues its mission of serving Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [collecting water sample]( Camp Lejeune Lawsuits: Understand Your Rights, and Options for Health care, Benefits The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 allows people exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune to file new lawsuits. Veterans and family members who believe they were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987, should contact VA to understand their options for health care and benefits. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Talk About It Tuesday]( Find the Career Advice You Need "Talk About It Tuesday" turned in another banner year in 2022, with another full year of broadcasts that provide tips, advice and information on VA career opportunities. These broadcasts are streamed live on LinkedIn and other platforms. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Jobs [City of Tucson - Police Officer Recruit - AZ]( [SSM Health Care - Security Officer I - MO]( [Positive Behavior Services - Clinical Support Team - FL]( [Assistant Store Manager/ Retail Customer Service Rep - Exter, NH]([Assistant Store Manager/ Retail Customer Service Rep - Somerville, MA]( [Assistant Store Manager/Retail CSR - Glendale Heights, IL]( [Over 100 vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. [POST FREE JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [rally sweeps]( Win $100 Gift Card by Answering the Following Question: [What's your 2023 New Year's resolution?]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man smiling wearing Army shirt]( Veteran Found Path to Healing Through Youth Mentorship with Travis Manion Foundation Read the story of Derrick, a Veteran who credits the Travis Manion Foundation (TMF), his fellow members and the youth he serves with helping him find a path to healing. Learn how you can join TMF's mission of strengthening and building our communities through youth mentorship. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [vet mil discounts graphic]( [Adidas]( 30% off online and in-store and 20% off at factory outlet stores for military members. [Fire Department Coffee]( 15% discount for life using discount code “MIL15”. [Big 5 Sporting Goods]( 10% off entire purchase with valid military ID or Veteran status on driver’s license required. [VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( VA News: - [Better nourishment, better care: Explore dietitian opportunities at VA]( - [Dallas VA’s PACT Act week of action]( - [Veteran eXpeRience brings new reality in health care to Veterans]( - [#Live Whole Health #151: Tai Chi Moving Meditation]( - [Jesse Award recognizes transformational VA innovators]( - [New measure allows those exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune to file lawsuits]( - [Alabama Christmas at VA facilities]( - [Happy Holidays from VA]( - [Piano in the hospital lobby is therapeutic]( - [Help Veterans cope with aging in a geriatric mental health career]( - [S]([cholarship program for aspiring VA mental health professionals]( - [PTSD Bytes #21: PTSD and Parenting]( - [Surgical Pause: Understanding Veteran frailty]( - [America250: Army Veteran Benjamin O. 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