Federal Resume Workshop
Applying for a federal job can be tedious and time-consuming. It is important to understand how you look on paper when looking for a job and this is accomplished by a strong resume. The purpose of this workshop is to teach the Ten Steps approach to apply for a federal job through USAJobs or direct hire. Multiple events available from November 2, 2018 to December 1, 2018. Registration is required.
The S Word Screening October 25th
Join us on October 25th for a screening of The S Word, a ground breaking documentary that shatters the silence around suicide and reveals a movement of survivors from a cross-section of America fighting to change how we deal with our ultimate taboo. The screening will be held at the AFI Silver Theater and Cultural Center and doors open at 6pm. Advance reservation required.
Thank You for Your Service Documentary Screening
Join Hospice of Frederick County on Wednesday, 10/17 from 6 to 8 P.M. for a screening of "Thank You For Your Service", a powerful 2015 documentary by Tom Donahue that takes aim at the flawed mental health policies within the U.S. Military. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion of community mental health resources. This is a free event but space is limited and registration is recommended.
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.
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.
Suicide, Grief and Trauma: Supporting Veterans and Families of the Fallen Webinar – Sept 19
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) will be holding a live webinar about Suicide, Grief, and Trauma, Supporting Veterans and Families of the Fallen on Wednesday, September 19, 2018, from 12:00PM to 1:00PM EDT. The webinar is free. A continuing education certificate is available for $25.00.
DC VA Mental Health Summit – Register Today!
The Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center will hold its Mental Health Summit 2018 on Tuesday, September 18 at 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The summit will be hosted by the DC Mayor's Office of Veteran Affairs and held at the Old Council Chambers (near the Judiciary Square Metro Station), 441 4th Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001. This year’s theme is “Healing Trauma: A Unified Front”. The summit is being held to bring together key stakeholders, veterans and community partners to enhance access to mental health services as well as address the mental health needs of Veterans and their family members residing in DC, MD and VA. This is a free event. Space is limited and registration is required.
SAMHSA Webinar on Traumatic Brain Injury – Aug 28
SAMHSA’s Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Technical Assistance Center Presents: Traumatic Brain Injury Among Service Members and Veterans: What Behavioral Health Providers, Families and Peers Should Know. Date: August 28, 2018. Time: 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET. Via webinar.
Nutrition Lunch & Learn Workshop
Hosted by the Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic. Bring your lunch and join an in-store nutritionist at Giant for a nutrition workshop. Tuesday, September 11, 2018 from 11:00 AM to 1:00PM at Easterseals in Silver Spring, MD. Registration is required.
Cisco Veteran Cyber Training Program
Cisco in partnership with Onward to Opportunity are offering free online CCNA Cyber Ops and CCNA Security training. Open to Veterans, Transitioning Service members, Guard, Reserves and Spouses. Participants are preferably located in VA or NC. Deadline to apply is Aug 2.