Are you LinkedIn or Left Out? – Apr 25
USO's Pathfinder Workshop: Mastering LinkedIn - Are you LinkedIn or Left Out? Presented by Michael Quinn. This workshop teaches you how to build and expand an online network that supports your career goals. I teach you how to build a personal brand, market yourself, and use LinkedIn to support your search. Wednesday, April 25 from 1 - 4 pm at USO Warrior and Family Center Fort Belvoir.
51st Annual American Association of Suicidology Conference – Apr 18-21
51st Annual Conference Integrating Science, Experience and Political Will: Informed Action to Prevent Suicide April 18 - 21, 2018 at Hyatt Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. Including 5 conference tracks - including one specifically discussing Military and Veterans.
Earth Day Service Project – Baltimore – Apr 21
The Mission Continues Baltimore 1st Service Platoon will be holding a Earth Day service project at Harlem Park West on Saturday, April 21 from 9 am - 1 pm. All are welcome! Rain or shine! #UNITEDINSERVICE
Space Available at Veteran Retreat
Operation Tohidu has several opening in the men’s retreat that runs from May 7th to May 11th. Operation Tohidu is a free 5-day program for veterans or service members that have been diagnosed with or are self-identifying PTS(d), mild TBI, anxiety or depression. Applications are due by April 22, 2018.
Corporate Gray Military-Friendly Job Fair
9am - 12:30pm Friday, April 20th. Free and open to all job seekers. Especially for transitioning and former military members seeking employment. Pre-register through Corporate Gray Online to receive the job fair directory before the event and upload your resume.
Northern Virginia Veteran and Military Family Hiring Expo – Apr 24
Are you a veteran looking for a career? You’ll want to attend this HUGE Veteran Hiring Event in Northern Virginia! There will be SEVERAL employers attending! Hundreds of positions ! Several veteran support organizations will also be in attendance! We highly recommend preregistering, but walk-ins are welcome. Tuesday, April 24th, 2018, from 11:00am - 2:00pm at Hilton Washington Dulles Airport, 13869 Park Center Road, Herndon, VA 20171.
Caregivers Empowering Caregivers and Community Instant Pot Cooking Class – May 4
Did you know that you can nourish yourself and your loved ones in less than 20 minutes? Come learn how to save time nourishing your mind, body, and soul using an Instant Pot. Share the experience by bringing a friend or neighbor with you. This event is open to ALL, so come enjoy the connections, new skills, and delicious bites.
Equine Therapy Session for Couples – April 14
Do you ever feel like you and your spouse are speaking different languages? You probably are! Differences in temperament, upbringing, and experiences create for each of us a way of seeing things and talking about them. Join BlueStarFamilies for a fun afternoon among the horses at Loudoun Therapeutic Riding in Leesburg, VA and learn what horses have to teach us about relationships and communication. Saturday, April 14 from 12 - 4 pm.
Veterans’ Voices Life and Spirituality After the War
Fellowship, Food and Stories by and for veterans. Come and listen as Veterans and Active Duty Service Members share their stories, focusing on themes of health, wellness, and spirituality after war. Join us for an evening of conversation and connection. Family and friends are welcome. Saturday, April 14th from 6:00-9:00pm.
Serving Together Network Provider Training – Register Today!
We are closer than ever to achieving a closely coordinated system of care for our region's veterans and their families. As a provider of services to our nation's heroes, YOUR participation is essential. Register for training, Monday, April 9th on the regional platform that will save your organization's resources while ensuring that veterans and their families are connected and served more efficiently than ever before.