Mission: Healthy Relationships Couples Workshop – Nov 16-18
Virginia Department of Veteran Services - Virginia Veteran and Family Support has an upcoming marriage/relationship enrichment workshop for veteran couples being held in Leesburg this November. They are actively looking for couples to join the workshop.
VA Claims Clinic in Frederick
There will be a VA Claims Clinic on October 5th from 9AM to 3PM at the Francis Scott Key Post 11 American Legion in Frederick, MD. Come out to a Town Hall meeting with Baltimore Regional Office Leadership from 11:00am - 12:00pm followed by an Appeals 101 Presentation from 1:00-2:00 PM. VA Claims Processors will be on site throughout the day to assist in filing a claim.
Conquering PTSD Event and Ride
Join American Heroes Motorcycle Association in partnership with Operation Engage America for a Conquering PTSD Event and Ride on Saturday, October 20th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Boonsboro, MD. This is a free event for Veterans, Military, First Responders & their families. Held at Shafter Mark, Main Street, Boonsboro MD.
Big Sonia Film Screening & Veteran Issues Panel Discussion – Oct 9
The feature documentary BIG SONIA, will have a film screening at the Library of Congress on Oct 9. There will be a panel discussion following the film which include a representative from Elizabeth Dole Foundation / Hidden Heroes and along with the filmmaker, Leah Warshawski, who directed the film and is the granddaughter of Sonia, will be there for Q/A as well.
Applications Being Accepted for The Platoon 22 Horse Experience
Applications are now being accepted for the November 2- November 4th Platoon 22 Horse Experience Program. The Platoon 22 Horse Experience is designed to provide Warriors the opportunity to become one with nature, network with other Warriors experiencing similar issues, PTS/TBI and most importantly, to connect with their own thoughts and emotions. No prior horse experience is necessary, just a willingness to feel better!
Behavioral Health and Suicidality in the Veteran Population
In honor of September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the September 26th meeting of the Montgomery County Veterans Collaborative will feature a special presentation: Behavioral Health and Suicidality in the Veteran Population, presented by David Galloway, Western MD Regional Resource Coordinator for Maryland's Commitment to Veterans. Wednesday, September 26th from 2:00-4:00pm in Rockville, MD.
Military Spouse Networking Event – Oct 4
Join USO Metro for a fun, fast paced speed networking session for military spouses in the Fort Belvoir Military Community. On Thursday, October 4, 2018 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the USO, the art of networking, create and practice your elevator pitch and speed network with other military spouses, employers, organizations, and community leaders. All participants will walk away meeting new friends, contacts, and professionals.
Veterans History Project and Interview Workshop
Join Hylton Performing Arts Center on October 26 or October 27 for a lecture on the Veterans History Project and to participate in an interview. The lecture is free and open to all from 10 a.m.–11:15 a.m. Veterans must register to participate in interviews that will be conducted by Servicemembers and Veterans from 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Free Yoga at the Cohen Clinic
Free yoga classes offered to veterans and military families at the Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals in Silver Spring, MD on Fridays from 12:00-1:00pm and on Saturdays from 10:00-11:00am. Free onsite parking and free child care provided. Space is limited. Please register online.
Join ServingTogether at the Out of the Darkness Walk – Sept 29
Support ServingTogether: Connecting Veterans as we walk to fight suicide in the Out of the Darkness Fairfax Walk. Saturday, September 29. Registration begins at 9 am. Walk begins at 11 am. Event ends at 1 pm. We are joining the community of nearly 250k people walking in hundreds of cities across the country in support of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Register to walk with us! There is no registration fee for this event.