Toastmasters Meeting for the Veteran Community
Join Toastmasters International for a “Virtual” Toastmasters Meeting for the Military and Veteran Communities. Learn how their nearly 100-year-old organization can help improve you communication skills, while you enjoy some much needed social connection.
Caring for Military Families
Caring for Military Families! Contribute to knowledge that may help improve your health care services. If you are a parent, spouse, or significant other of a service member or veteran who served in the military after October 2001, you may be eligible to participate in a study requested by Congress. Help your fellow military families and loved ones! If you or someone you know may be interested please call (855) 821-1469 or email caregiver.study@dvbic.org
Conquering Adversity & Navigating Change
The USO & Caliber Home Loans proudly present this very special live webinar featuring Medal of Honor Recipient Florent Groberg who will share his powerful story of overcoming adversity & charging forward in times of change. A powerful story of true American heroism that you won't want to miss! This event is sponsored by Caliber Home Loans & offered through USO Transitions programming for Active Duty, military spouses, National Guard, Reserve, and recently separated veterans. For more information on USO Transitions programming, please visit www.uso.org/pathfinder
USO Coffee Connection MD & VA
Join the USO as they host a small gathering for military spouses to connect with each other while enjoying a cup of coffee. This is a great way to network, share advice, discuss local events, and meet new friends! All active-duty spouses are welcome to attend. Open to all Active Duty, Reserve & National Guard Spouses.
Strategies for Career & Family Post COVID-19
As the world adjusts to the new “normal” of life during a pandemic, many military families are left wondering, “Now what?” Join Blue Star Families to ask questions and learn from a panel of experts. Panelists will share their advice on how to navigate the coming months,
Military Cultural Competency and Transition Awareness Training Webinar
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (VDVS) Virginia Veteran and Family Support (VVFS) Program will offer a Military Cultural and Transition Awareness Training Webinar on June 26 from 1-3pm. The webinar is intended to assist state agencies, community partners and behavioral health providers in better understanding, communicating and effectively interacting with military members, veterans, and their families. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.
Effective Communication in the Job Search (Say This, Not That)
Join Easterseals Veteran Staffing Network for a Tuesday Talks Virtual Employment Workshop! This free event is open to transitioning military service members, veterans, and spouses. Workshop Topics Include: What do I say during business communication as I look for a job? How do I focus on the job search and ensure that my communication is error-free? How may I ensure that I utilize manners and etiquette as I communicate? How can I convey the proper tone in cover letters, written communication, and telephone calls?
GI Bill Information Workshop
Join VA ACME's Virtual workshop on how to use and access the GI Bill for Higher Education for Military Dependents and Transitioning Service Members. Facilitated by VA ACME- Advisory Council on Military Education. Open to all Active Duty, Reserve & National Guard & Their Spouses.
RESILIENCE UNDER STRESS STUDY
Blue Star Families knows military families are routinely under stress through deployments and separations, and are familiar with uncertainty. The COVID-19 crisis is a universal stressor that has impacted all Americans – military, veteran, and civilian – simultaneously. Blue Star Families wants to know how military and veteran families are using their resilience to cope during these uncertain times. They know your time is valuable, and they don't take it for granted. As a study incentive, they will randomly select 5 people to win a $100 gift card!
Honor Montgomery County Fallen Heroes
The Montgomery County Commission on Veterans Affairs proudly remembers and pays tribute to the County’s fallen service members who have died in service to our country. The records show these men and women as enlisting, being originally from, or having at one time lived in Montgomery County.