New VA Home Loan Resources, Free Virtual Service Remembrance Plaque, Increased Urgent Care Access

#VetResources - for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers and Survivors SIGN UP | VIEW/SHARE VA coronavirus updates | chatbot | app VA Podcast: Best Selling Author USMC Veteran Michael Hopf  VNN: VA Welcome Kit and VA Customer Feedback Program VSignals Instagram: NYC Fire Department shows their appreciation to the Bronx VAMC Ask and answer questions on RallyPoint Is hiking as effective as running and gym PT? How has your civilian job changed in the past couple months? Do Combat Veteran groups at the VetCenter help? What are some of the best mental health resources for Veterans? Increased accessibility at VA or in-network community urgent care clinics VA has good news for Veterans who need same-day urgent care for a minor illness or injury during the coronavirus pandemic: VA and its in-network community urgent care clinics are rapidly adapting their care practices to include video and phone options to ensure Veterans have access to their providers, while reducing potential exposure. LEARN MORE These companies are hiring more than 1M employees, now. VA has 600+ IT customer support positions open at 250 VA locations VA May events: All VA national cemeteries to commemorate Memorial Day, ceremonies not open to public. May 14, 1 p.m. ET - Lunch N Learn: Exclusive look at new Veterans Legacy Memorial features, How to access VA Telehealth, and The Independence Fund Resources JOIN May 14, 3 p.m. ET – COVID-19 Military Support Initiative by the Association of Defense Communities and Blue Star Families with Veterans Benefits Administration, Wounded Warrior Project, American Legion, and VFW REGISTER May 15, 5 p.m. ET - Inside Veteran Benefits Oklahoma RSVP ON FACEBOOK May 18, 4 p.m. ET - Inside Veteran Benefits Kentucky RSVP ON FACEBOOK May 20, 3 p.m. ET - Survivors Together: Live Q&A Chat for Survivors on RallyPoint with Office of Survivor Assistance, National Cemetery Administration, and Community Partners ASK A QUESTION May 20, 2 p.m. ET - How to access VA Whole Health resources with Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Phillips, and VA REGISTER May 25 - Wear Blue Virtual Run to Remember with Team RWB -SIGN UP May 28, 1 p.m. ET - Lunch N Learn: Memorial Affairs Overview and Spiritual Resilience (VA Chaplain Service) JOIN May 28, 2 p.m. ET - Promoting Veteran Mental Health with VA, Boulder Crest Institute, and Cohen Veterans Network JOIN Audio: 1-800-767-1750, access code 52655# VA partnering with Carry The Load to Honor Fallen Heroes Carry the Load provides active ways for Americans to honor and remember the sacrifices made by our nation’s fallen heroes during a 15,000-mile trek, which stops at 30 VA National Cemeteries. This year the National Relay will be virtual and all are welcomed to register and join in. LEARN MORE Follow along with this 8 minute video on paced breathing for stress and anxiety.  Create a Free Remembrance Plaque This Memorial Day, Together We Served is inviting any Veteran or Family Member to create a Remembrance Military Service Plaque, at no charge, to remember an Active Serving or Veteran Soldier, Sailor, Marine, Airman or Coastguardsman who is now Deceased. TWS also provides Veterans a free on-year premium membership. LEARN MORE Emergency assistance for Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness during COVID-19 crisis VA has expanded support services enabled by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, to make available immediate relief for Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. LEARN MORE  Borne the Battle Podcast -Best Selling Author Michael Hopf Marine and Gulf War Veteran G. Michael Hopf is a former commercial diver turned private security contractor to now Amazon best-selling post-apocalyptic author. Using his journey as an example, he encourages hopeful writers to take their first steps on their own literary expedition. LEARN MORE LISTEN CARES Act Extends VA Home Loan Pre-Foreclosure Options On March 27, the President signed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act, into law to help Americans economically impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic to help homeowners avoid home foreclosure, including VA Home Loans. LEARN MORE This Mental Health Month, explore resources for Veterans. VAntage Point CARES Act Extends VA Home Loan Pre-Foreclosure Options VA’s Telestroke Program saving Veterans’ lives Honor VA’s history of research careers during Mental Health Month Get anytime access to mental health support with mobile apps 2020 National VA Research Week: `Empowering Veterans Through Research’ AAPI Veterans honored through Congressional Gold Medals Use these tips to reduce food waste Live Whole Health Self-Care Series #16 – Visualization: Imagining a Vacation Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #17 – Mindful Breathing Live Whole Health: Self-care episode #18 – Taking Time to Pause Alcohol Awareness: Risks and resources for women Veterans Birmingham VA garners “Age-Friendly Health System” recognition Now more than ever: A week to honor VA nurses Celebrating the superpowers of military spouses VA celebrates nurses during National Nurses Week 2020 VA News Releases VA gets boost from CARES Act to provide emergency assistance to Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness during COVID-19 crisis Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Process for Charting the Course - Agency Plan on Returning to Pre-COVID-19 Operations VA and Parkinson’s Foundation partner to help Veterans living with Parkinson’s disease VA kicks off online campaign emphasizing mental health support VA initiatives grab recognition for leadership, management and contribution to science VA releases new COVID Coach mobile app VA accepts mask donation from South Korea to assist with COVID-19 efforts Find a VA Facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Not sure where to start?  VA WELCOME KIT   No Veteran Should Be Without a Place to Call Home Free Help for Homeless Veterans Dial 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838) for 24/7 access VA’s services for homeless and at-risk Veterans Homeless Veteran Chat Confidential, 24/7 online support for homeless Veterans and friends https://www.va.gov/homeless for more information Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?  Did you know that VA offers same day services in Primary Care and Mental Health at 172 VA Medical Centers across the country? Make the Connection Resource Locator Contact the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255.) 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