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.
Join ServingTogether to Rise Up Against Addiction 5k Walk/Run – Oct 20
Join ServingTogether at Rise Up Against Addiction 5k Walk/Run on Saturday, October 20 at 9 am in Reston Town Center. Walk or run 5 kilometers to bring the disease of addiction into the light! Together, we can show families affected by substance use disorder that they’re not alone. Let’s unite in solidarity with other walkers and runners and support those who have lost a loved one to addiction and celebrate those who are living in recovery today. Military members, veterans and 1st Responders can use discount code SALUTE during registration to waive the runner fee (walking is free though registration is required).
Veterans Caregivers Conference – Nov 17
The Veterans Caregiving Conference will be on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at The Government City Office 441 4th St NW, Washington, DC 20001. (Old Council Chambers).
Veterans Day Events at Washington National Cathedral
Join Washington National Cathedral –– online or in person –– on Nov. 11, 2018, as we celebrate the resilience of America's military families and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I.
Veteran Resource Fair – November 8th
Disabled Veterans National Foundation is holding a Veterans Resource Fair on Thursday, November 8th from 9 AM - 2 PM in Silver Spring, MD. The event will feature employment services, resource booths, free food, free suits, comfort kits and gift cards. Walk-ins are accepted but but preregistration is recommended.
Veterans Appreciation Day – Nov 6
Northern Virginia Community College will be holding a Veterans Appreciation Day event on November 6 at their Woodbridge Campus.
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.
Warriors To Workforce – Oct 8 & 9
The American Freedom Foundation will host Warriors To The Workforce Washington (WTTW) presented by GES (Global Experience Specialist) in association with Easter Seals' Veteran Staffing Network and in conjunction with the AUSA Annual Meeting and Exposition 2018 on October 8 - 9, 2018 in Washington, DC. Booth #261. This one of a kind event is part of the American Freedom Foundation’s nationwide initiative to help our Veterans, transitioning military service members and military spouses find meaningful employment.
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.