ServingTogether Network Spotlight: Veteran Staffing Network at Easterseals
asterseals Veteran Staffing Network (VSN) and ServingTogether, a program of EveryMind, are pleased to feature a partnership designed to provide our nation’s veterans and family members with access to comprehensive services that can help address complex issues such as unemployment, homelessness, mental health and housing among other issues. This month we'd like to spotlight Easterseals Veteran Staffing Network's (VSN) important work and efforts in the region to connect military, veterans and their families to employment opportunities. And beyond that did you know that VSN can connect employers to a talented pipeline of veterans and military spouses?
Lowe’s Careers Informational Webinar
Interested in a career with Lowes? Join Lowe's Military Recruiting on May 7th from 12-1 pm, as they discuss career opportunities at Lowe's for veterans and military spouses. The webinar will feature representatives from Lowe’s to chat about culture and roles on their teams.
Upcoming COVID-19 Military Support Initiative Town Halls
Register for upcoming events from COVID-19 Military Support Initiative, featuring: May 5 - Addressing the Needs of Veterans During COVID-19, May 7 - What is Congress Doing to Support Military Families, Installations, and Defense Communities?; and May 8 - Military Spouse Appreciation with Mrs. Karen Pence, Second Lady of the United States.
BourBiz Veteran and Military Spouse Resource Event is going virtual
Virtual BourBiz for everyone! The Veteran/Military Spouse Resource event will have the same ability to power network with so many resources. Come for the resources, stay for the motivation and inspiration during these COVID19 unique times. Registration required.
Warrior Canine Connection Puppy Cam Live Chats
Do you need something to make you smile? Join our partners at Warrior Canine Connection for an extra dose of oxytocin by viewing their live puppy cameras!
Blue Water Navy Bill – Changes to the VA Loan
VAREP will be holding a webinar on April 15 highlighting the changes to the VA Home Loan as a result of the Blue Water Navy Bill.
COVID-19 Military Support Initiative – Upcoming Town Hall Meetings
Join Defense Communities upcoming Virtual Town Hall meetings! The Association of Defense Communities (ADC), Blue Star Families, and participants of the White Oak Collaborative are joining forces to create a united, national platform for sharing information, maintaining engagement, developing best practices and policy approaches to ensure our military receives the support it deserves. The COVID-19 Military Support Initiative (CMSI) will provide resources and expertise to support communities, states and military families through this crisis.
VA Care Resource Guide During COVID-19
Veterans and their Families, Caregivers and Survivors have many resources available to answer their questions on services related to the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, and the care, benefits and services available from the Department of Veterans Affairs, other agencies and non-profit organizations.
Everyone Counts – The U.S. Census is Here
The 2020 Census is an important way make sure every community is heard and to help fund our schools, healthcare, housing, and roads right here in your community. The Census only happens every 10 years, so make sure you know how to respond.
Military Children & Trauma Online
Although military families are extremely resilient, unique issues such as deployment, relocation, and injury can challenge the family system. This workshop will provide an overview of military stressors that can impact a family system as well as the common reactions that children and adolescents may display. Using a strength-based perspective, participants will explore how to build treatment plans around key coping skills and provide therapeutic interventions tailored to this unique population.