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Remember and Thank Vietnam Veterans on National Vietnam War Veterans Day March 29 [] [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]( [prescription refills new and easy]( Get Prescription Refills Quick and Easy with the VA Health and Benefits App Veterans can now refill their prescriptions using the VA Health and Benefits mobile app. [Download]( the latest version of the app to gain access to the new features. [WATCH]( [LEARN MORE]( [vietnam veteran]( A Time to Remember and Thank Veterans on Vietnam War’s 50th Anniversary March 29, 2023 the nation recognizes National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This day marks the 50th anniversary since the end of US involvement in the Vietnam War. To support this service and sacrifice, you can encourage the Veteran(s) in your life to take advantage of VA benefits they have earned and deserve. [READ MORE]( [See VA Secretary Denis McDonough's Message Honoring National Vietnam War Veterans Day]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man wearing vietnam veteran jacket]( Expanded Disability Benefits for Vietnam Veterans Vietnam Veterans may be eligible for expanded VA disability compensation under the [PACT Act](, a law passed in 2022 which increases access to VA benefits and health care for Veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( [job fairs] JOB FAIRS[Job Fair at Fort Benning – Apr 5]( [Boston Veterans Job Fair – Apr 6]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [communitty] COMMUNITY[Brick by Brick Esports Stream – Mar 29]( [A Veteran’s Hike by Veterans Bridge Home – Mar 31]( [The Posse Veterans Program 2024 Cohort Scholarship – Apr 1]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [resources] RESOURCES[Michigan Veterans Claims and Benefits Q&A - March 30]( [LGBTQ Veterans PACT Act Webinar - Apr 4]( [Heroes Connect: Military to Manufacturing – Apr 5]( [Understanding the PACT Act – Apr 5]( [The War Horse Symposium – Apr 6]( [Vetrepreneur Franchise Workshop – Apr 6]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [the war horse symposium]( Veterans Invited to Discuss the Human Impact of Military Service at The War Horse Symposium Veterans and their families are invited to join The War Horse Symposium on April 6 for a day-long convening. Members of the public will discuss the human impact of military service with journalists, scholars, and senior government officials at the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. [REGISTER]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [last chance $1,500 giveaway]( ShopVCS Travel Giveaway - Final Week to Enter! Sign up for ShopVCS.com before April 4, 2023 and be automatically entered to win a $1,500 travel gift card! The gift card can be redeemed on hotel bookings, car rentals, theme parks, concerts, MLB tickets and more through ShopVCS MemberDeals. By signing up for ShopVCS, you get access to exclusive travel deals year-round with savings up to 60%. The gift card will not be paid out in cash. See full contest [rules](. [ENTER TO WIN]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Hear Veterans discuss their experiences with substance use disorders and how they faced the challenge with VA mental health support.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [man putting on tie for job interview]( Find Free Career Resources and Support for Veterans VETS2INDUSTRY offers a range of free services supporting Veterans in their civilian careers, including career coaching, job search support and networking opportunities. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [women in military uniforms]( Five Things You Need to Know About VA Women’s Health Reengagement Training SIgn up for VA Women’s Health Reengagement Training and learn about VA health care and benefits for women Veterans. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [secva]( April 4: Veterans Town Hall with VA Secretary Denis McDonough Veterans, tune in to the Veterans Town Hall Live from Portland with VA Secretary Denis McDonough on April 4 at 2:30-3:30 pm ET. Hear the Secretary address the latest VA updates and issues important to Veterans. [TUNE IN]( [View the PACT Act Performance Dashboard]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [two men skiing one in a sit ski the other a guide skiing behind him]( More than 400 Veterans Attend Winter Sports Clinic in Colorado Did you know that in 1987 VA hosted the first winter sports clinic for 90 Veterans? Since then, nearly 10,000 Veterans have skied the slopes of Snowmass, Colorado. Today, Veterans can continue to learn to ski at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic with the help of recreation therapists at VA facilities nationwide. 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[POST FREE JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [vet mil discounts graphic]( [Alpha Coffee]( 10% off for all Veterans, plus 10% if you sign up for a subscription, for an overall 20% discount. [National Park Service]( Free lifetime pass for Veterans. [MLB Shop]( 15% off online orders for Veterans, military and first responders, and their immediate family members. [VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( VA News: - [What does it take to work at VA? 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