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Submit your questions for VA's Veterans Townhall now through Nov. 10 [] [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]( [cheeseburger]( Free Meals, Discounts and Offers for Veterans Day Veterans Day 2023 is Saturday, Nov. 11. Check out this year's list of free meals, retail discounts and other ways businesses and organizations are showing appreciation for Veterans this Veterans Day and year-round. [LEARN MORE]( Upcoming Events [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( JOB FAIRS [Joint Base San AntonioÂ]([Job Fair – Oct 26]( [G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair – Oct 26]( [National Logistics Career Fair for Veterans (Online) – Oct 31]( [Norfolk, VA Job Fair – Nov 2]( --------------------------------------------------------------- COMMUNITY [Tomah, WI Trunk or Treat – Oct 27]( [Los Angeles, CA VAMC Halloween Celebration – Oct 31]( [Caregivers Need Care Too (Online) – Nov 1]( [Atlanta, GA Veterans Appreciation Event – Nov 2]( --------------------------------------------------------------- RESOURCES [Deciphering a Job Description (Online) – Oct 26]( [National Veterans Small Business Week (Online) – Oct 31]( [Military to Manufacturing (Online) – Nov 1]( [New York, NY 2023 Veterans on Wall Street Symposium – Nov 2]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [digital illustrations of various weapons for call of duty]( Free Call of Duty Endowment Warrior Pack Veterans and service members, get your free Call of Duty Endowment Warrior Pack, including unique weapon blueprints and vehicle skin, for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Call of Duty: Warzone. While supplies last. Quantities limited. ID.me account required. [FREE WARRIOR PACK]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [elderly man gazing out the window]( "Reflecting Back" – Military Memories Competition. Your Chance to Win $250! [Where did you go to Boot Camp/Basic Training? What specific memories do you have of instructors, fellow recruits and any rigorous training?]( [Last month's $250 & $50 winners]( [View All Entries]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Submit your questions for VA's Veterans Townhall now through Nov. 10. VA experts will respond to your questions by Nov. 17.Â]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [discounts on apparel from shop vcs]( Fall 2023 Apparel Deals from ShopVCS.com Veterans can access exclusive discounts + an additional 10% off on top apparel brands, including Under Armour, Vuori, The North Face, Born Primitive and more. With every purchase, Veterans Canteen Service gives back to Veteran programs, making a positive impact on their health and wellness. [SHOP NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [vintage photo of four soldiers from World War 1]( Learn the History of Veterans Day Veterans Day is observed on November 11 every year. Learn the origins of the day and the historical significance of the date. [LEARN MORE]( [Download the 2023 Veterans Day Teachers Resource Guide]( [Download Veterans Day PSA's in VA's Radio Outreach Program]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [two children hugging their father who is wearing a military uniform]( Military Family Advisory Network Wants to Hear from Veterans Take the Military Family Support Programming Survey, a national study providing a comprehensive look into the needs of military-connected families. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA has 24/7 Support for Suicide Prevention and Emergent Suicide Care]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [three veterans, two men and a woman, standing together]( Listen to Veterans Talk About Their Mental Health Challenges Season Two of the podcast, “Make the Connection: Real Veterans. Real Stories,” explores how to find your next mission in life after military service. Hear Veterans talk about their mental health challenges and the steps they took toward finding a new path forward. [LISTEN NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [laptop with an illustration of fafsa on the screen]( Updates, Improvements Coming to Federal Student Aid Form Student Veterans you could be eligible for more federal financial aid. There are major changes coming to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form, including expanded eligibility for federal aid. As a result, the new form will be available in December 2023, not October. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [woman looking at tablet device]( Add an Extra Layer of Security to Your Devices and Accounts Are your devices and accounts secure? Enhance your protection within minutes by implementing [multi-factor authentication](. Tap into the latest [tools and resources]( to keep your information safe and secure. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Peer Q&A Corner - Should I apply for VA health care even if I have good private insurance? [Answers here >]( - How long does it take to get disposition after filing a claim and getting approved for conditions covered under the PACT Act? [Answers here >]( - the United States required everyone to serve one term (2-4 years) in the Armed Forces, would that help or harm our society over time? [Answers here >]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Veteran Jobs Technology & Engineering [Crystal City, VA - Enterprise Risk and Audit Readiness]( Business & Administrative [Nationwide -Franchise Opportunity: Veteran Service Brands]( [Orlando, FL - Veterans Health - Program Specialist, Travel Clerk]( [Langley AFB, VA - Business Process Developer]( [Oakland CA - Sr Accounting Analyst]( Security & Technical Jobs [Reston, VA - SCIF Management Security Officer]( [Phoenix, AZ - Flatbed Over the Road Truck Driving]( Social Services & Medical [Remote - Veterans Health - Health Science Officer]( [Multiple locations - US Army TAP]( [Cheyenne, WY - Veterans Health - Nurse]( Vacancies for Veterans & military spouses nationwide at [www.HireMilitary.us]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Post a free job to RallyPoint's community consisting of nearly 2 million Veterans, spouses, caregivers and survivors. [POST JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran and Military year round discounts]( [Asics]( 30% off retail price online. [Apple]( 10% off products and accessories with ID.me. [24 Hour Fitness]( $0 initiation and $5 off monthly dues. [VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( [What Are the Best 2023 Veterans Day Discounts?]( VA News: - [Stay healthy together: Get your flu shot now]( - [Breast cancer survivor urges Veterans to remember their strengths]( - [Live Whole Health #192: Take a breath]( - [Veteran finds second chance as a VA carpenter]( - [Surviving and striving after breast cancer]( - [Northern Indiana VA wins Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence]( - [Flowers, freebies and fun at VA Health Summit]( - [Pittsburgh VA’s new Monroeville outpatient clinic]( - [Serving Veterans is a family affair]( - [You can assist transitioning Veterans through peer sponsorship]( - [Battle Creek VA hosts mental health summit]( - [Women representation in MVP helps strengthen health research]( - [A memorable Hispanic Heritage Month celebration]( - [Enroll in VA’s Million Veteran Program from your home]( - [2023 VA State of Innovation Report]( - [VR&E supports Workers with Disabilities and Individuals with Spina Bifida]( - [Find out what drives us to serve on “Talk About It Tuesday”]( [hello - welcome to VA - lets get started]( Download the VA Welcome Kit [VA WELCOME KIT]( Find a VA facility near you. 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