Veterans Writing Group – register
Sat., Oct. 10, 2015 The DC Veterans Writing Group (DCVWG) is a cost-free, monthly creative writing session for service members, veterans, and military family members of all writing backgrounds and skill levels. Group members complete writing prompts, receive feedback during meetings, and share their work with fellow members for comments and criticism. Click on the image to RSVP for the Group by October 8th at 5pm. The Group starts October 10th.
Virginia Program Gets New Name
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) is pleased to announce the rebranding of the Virginia Wounded Warrior Program to Virginia Veteran and Family Support (VVFS), effective October 1, 2015.
NAMI Homefront – Upcoming Training
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting another 6 session Homefront course starting October 15th. All trainings will be hosted at Mental Health Association of Montgomery County in Rockville. Registration is required!
Salute to Vietnam Vets: Oct24
RSVP for the Oct 24th Salute to Vietnam Veterans at The Universities at Shady Grove from 10:30-12:00pm. The event will be hosted by retired CBS Newsman Bob Schieffer.
VA Acquisition Academy
Warriors to Workforce (W2W) is the entry point into a 30 month program that offers Veterans an opportunity to build a new career in the federal government by applying their military experiences and skills to the Contract Specialist field.
Employment: Customer Service and Sales Consultants
1-800flowers.com is currently hiring seasonal Customer Service and Sales Consultants.
Veterans Curation Program Job Announcements
The Veterans Curation Program (VCP) is currently seeking applicants for archaeological laboratory technician positions for the upcoming session, scheduled to begin in early November 2015.
Service2School Conference -Register Now
Oct. 24, 2015, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Service2School is hosting a free conference in DC to highlight the practical aspects of the application process for Veterans applying to college. Service2School is a veteran-founded nonprofit service providing assistance to active and retired military and veterans.
Vets Only Hiring Event
Veteran Services of Montgomery & Prince George's County, DC DOES, and Virginia are hosting a Veterans ONLY hiring event September 23rd. Veterans are required to register with their local American Job Center
CDP Offering Civilian Training
The Center for Deployment Psychology (CDP) is offering week long training for civilian mental health providers interested in learning about the needs of the military community. The training will provide 34 CEs throughout 3 different tiers (see website). The cost of the training is $95. Click on image for more information.