Veterans Claims Clinic & Resource Fair
The Chesapeake Veterans Alliance and the Department of Veterans Affairs invites veterans to a Veterans Claim Clinic and Resource Fair on Thursday, September 12th from 10am - 2pm at the American Legion Post 278 in Stevensville, MD.
2019 Virginia Veterans & Military Affairs Conference
Join senior industry, government and military leaders at the first statewide Virginia Veterans & Military Affairs Conference and learn how the Commonwealth can be the best state in the nation for our military community. Ideas and success stories will be shared on how to connect veterans and military spouses to career opportunities and strong community partners. Thursday, September 26, 2019 in Richmond, VA. Registration is open.
Suicide Prevention Month Event Calendar
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Check out this helpful calendar of events created by Maryland's Suicide Prevention & Early Intervention Network led by the Maryland Mental Hygiene Administration. Events include workshops, trainings, community walks and events. Registration is recommended with most events.
Supporting Military Caregivers in the Workplace
AARP, Elizabeth Dole Foundation, and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation - Hiring Our Heroes invite you to a special event to learn more about how business leaders can combat the employment challenges military caregivers face in their own workplaces. Tuesday, September 10th from 9:00-11:30 am at the Newseum in Washington DC. This is a free event. Registration is required.
2019 Behavioral Health Symposium
The MD Army National Guard Behavioral Health Team and Resilience, Risk Reduction & Suicide Prevention (R3SP) team are joining forces to host the 2019 Behavioral Health Symposium on Saturday, September 7th at the Dundalk Armory. This year's Symposium will offer Advanced Skills Training in the areas of Suicide Prevention, Substance Abuse, and Resilience. Behavioral health, medical, resilience, suicide intervention, drug testing, military police, and chaplain personnel are encouraged to attend. REGISTRATION HAS OPENED UP FOR ALL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROVIDERS AND FIRST RESPONDERS!!! FREE CEUs for Counselors, Psychologists, and Social Workers sponsored by Maryland's Commitment to Veterans. Registration is required.
Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP)
There will be an informational event about the Senior Community Services Employment Program on Thursday, August 29th from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Loudoun Workforce Resource Center. Come out to learn more and find out if you are eligible for opportunities and services provided by this program to older Americans interested in jobs in their communities.
Free Disability Benefits Review for Veterans
The Steven A Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals in Silver Spring, MD is offering a FREE Disability Benefits Clinic every Wednesday in August from 10:00 AM to 6:00PM. Meet with trained nationally accredited claims experts this Wednesday, August 21st to learn how to properly file a fully developed claim for disability benefits. Space is limited and registration is required.
Vetoga Free Yoga for Veterans
SUNDAY, VETOGA - Yoga & Medication honoring Military, Veterans, and their Families with Nahaku McFadden at 10:30am. This is a free event. Location is The WorX by Maia, 5420 Eisenhower Ave, Alexandria VA 22304.
Mental Health First Aid: Military/Veterans – Sept 26
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Easterseals is partnering with ServingTogether, a program of EveryMind to offer a Mental Health First Aid: Military and Veteran Module 8 hour course. If you a veteran or an individual working with veterans in our community this is the training for you. This workshop is provided for FREE and lunch and refreshments will be provided. Registration required! Seating is limited. Register now.
VETS TALK: Cancer a Veterans Perspective
Saturday, August 17th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Peach Baptist Church in NE Washington. Veterans will share their knowledge, leadership and inspirational stories of their transitions from serving our country to civilian leaders and their battle with cancer. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Michael T. Bell, (Ret, ARMY).