Arcadia Veteran Farmer Program
Arcadia’s Veteran Farmer Program is a multilayered, hands-on educational program that develops new farmers; capitalizes on the growing market in local, sustainably grown foods; and encourages entrepreneurship and job creation. They have opened applications for their 2021 Veteran Farmer Program!
Shenandoah Valley Regional Virtual Hiring Event
The Virginia Employment Commission and Virginia Career Works are hosting the Shenandoah Valley Regional Virtual Hiring Event, featuring veteran-friendly employers based in Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, and Winchester. The event will be taking place virtually on October 29, 1 PM- 6 PM.
8th Annual Veteran Shark Tank 2020
The 8th Veteran Shark Tank is looking for you! If you are a veteran looking to start or grow your business and want to participate, sign up today. The winner from each regional qualifier will earn a spot to the Finals in Philadelphia for a chance at $50,000.
Heroes and History Makers Virtual Gala
The Elizabeth Dole Foundation is hosting its 3rd Annual Heroes and History Makers virtual gala, spotlighting the service and sacrifice of America's military caregivers. This free event will take place on October 20th at 8:00 PM.
JCA 50+ Employment Expos
If you are over 50 and looking for employment, you won't want to miss the free and virtual Fairfax Virtual Employment Expo and other later events. In the Expos, you can network with area employers, attend free workshops, and learn new job-search skills. There are multiple employers with available full-time and part-time salaried job opportunities.
Helping Virginia Get Back to Work
Helping Virginia Get Back to Work is a hiring event that will be on October 28, 2020, from 1PM-6PM (EST) virtually. This event is for all job seekers, veterans, and non-veterans.
The Salvation Army Drive through Dinner
You are invited to the drive-through Thanksgiving dinner provided by the Salvation Army. Due to COVID19, there will be no sit down dining this year.
VA Expands Caregiver Stipend to Cover Eligible Vietnam, Korea and World War II Veterans
On October 1, 2020, the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers expanded the benefits to the family caregivers of Vietnam, Korea, and World War II veterans. They can qualify to get paid for their help and have access to caregiver training, mental health services and counseling, and more.
ADAMS Drive Thru Free Flu Clinic
Pre-register for FREE un-insured flu vaccine from the ADAMS Compassionate Healthcare Network.
Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program Lecture Series
Now, more than ever, the increased effort to address suicide crises by clinicians, health care teams, and communities has involved the use of welfare checks. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs will apply the principle of therapeutic risk management as a patient-centered approach to scenarios prompting consideration for welfare checks.