Free Screening of Superpower Dogs This Weekend
Surf Dog Ricochet and Staff Sergeant Persons B. Griffith IV (Ret) will be traveling from San Diego, CA to Washington DC, MD and VA for June 22nd and 23rd showings of the IMAX film, Superpower Dogs, as well as a free presentation on the “Healing Power of Dogs in the Treatment of PTSD”. There will also be a free showing for the military community and their families. Regular showings requiring paid tickets are an option too. There will be Q&A sessions, and moviegoers can interact with Ricochet before, during and after the film with plenty of photo opportunities. June 22nd Triangle, VA and June 23rd in Washington DC. Advanced tickets required.
Two Top Mountain Adaptive Sports Summer Programs
The Two Top Mountain Adaptive Sports Foundation provides year round education and recreational activities that provide healthy experiences for disabled athletes. They are currently accepting applications for their summer programs; Summer Cycling and Summer Sports Camp.
Independence Day Celebration & Potluck Breakfast
Join the 25th Annual Jim and Sarah Olson's Fourth of July celebration at the Independence Day Celebration & Potluck Breakfast. July 4th starting at 8:00am. The event will recognize and honor living war veterans and today's soldiers, sailors and airmen. Keynote Speaker: Sgt. Robert Bartlett (ret.), Iraq War Veteran. Bring a breakfast food to share.
Veteran Independence Day Events at the National Cathedral
Join the National Cathedral for two veteran focused Independence Day events. Concert of Hope and Healing on Wednesday, July 3rd from 6:30-8:30pm and Midnight Independence Day Pilgrimage Wednesday July 3rd - Thursday July 4th from 11:30pm to 1am.
Opioid Overdose Response Training
The Steven A Cohen Clinic and the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services are offering a free Opioid Overdose Response Training, Friday, June 28th from 11:30am - 1:00pm at The Steven A Cohen Clinic at Easterseals in Silver Spring, MD. Take part in this free training where you will learn how to reduce unintentional, life-threatening poisonings related to the ingestion of opioids.
Maryland’s Commitment to Veterans Eastern Region Conference
Maryland's Commitment to Veterans would like to invite you to register for their Eastern Region Conference to be held June 25th at 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa And Marina. Topics this year include, military culture awareness, veteran benefits and as well as Opioid use in the Veteran population. In addition there will be a homeless services panel, and a panel of experts to discuss aging as it relates to veterans and their families. lunch provided as well as 5.5 CEU's for anyone who indicates their interest on registration. Registration is required.
Run for EveryMind 5K Run/3K Walk
EveryMind is proud to host Run for EveryMind again this year at Rockville Town Center. We host this event every year because our mission is to raise awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness and reduce the stigma that is often associated with mental health challenges. Through Run for EveryMind, we strive to educate the community while providing an opportunity to engage in a positive, healthy activity that promotes good mental and physical health. Join us this year for a fun, fit event for a wonderful cause! Registration is now open! We are forming a VETERAN TEAM this year. Find out more!
Coffee Conversations and Careers for Women Veterans
Coffee Conversations and Careers 2019 Summer Series powered by The Starbucks Foundation. Women veterans and women in the military! It's time to transition with confidence! The Summer Series consists of in-person Community-Based Workforce Development Workshops complete with fun "Coffee Tastings" and convenient Virtual Sessions you can attend from anywhere. Various dates beginning 6/15 through 7/25.
Corporate Gray Military-Friendly Job Fair
You are invited to attend the June 21st Corporate Gray Military-Friendly Job Fair at the Waterford Reception Center in Springfield and meet face-to-face with a variety of top employers. Job fair hours are 9 am to 12 noon, with an Employer Panel discussion for job seekers at 8 am. Pre-registration is available.
PTSD & Traumatic Brain Injury: Differences between Male & Female Veterans
This cyberseminar will take place on June 18th from 2:00-3:00pm ET. The Cyberseminar will cover: a. The changes in the role of the female Veteran over time; b. The incidence of PTSD and TBI among Veterans and literature on sex differences; c. Discuss the findings of sex differences from this study among Veterans with PTSD and TBI and how this may affect treatment.