Project Management Professional Course Accepting Applications!
USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore is now accepting applications for our next Project Management Professional course offered for transitioning service members. The course is offered August 22 through September 21 at the Fort Belvoir USO, with classes held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00pm - 9:30pm, and Saturday mornings from 8:00am - 12:00pm.
Veterans History Project Panel Discussion on Effects of PTSD, May 24
The Veterans History Project and National Institute of Corrections explore the effects of PTSD on crime and recidivism. At noon on Wednesday, May 24, a panel of renowned experts will speak on the effects of PTSD on veterans and how the Veterans Treatment Courts (VTC) support those who have run afoul of the law by proving appropriate treatment. The panel, in honor of Memorial Day and in anticipation of National PTSD Awareness Month, will be held in room 119 on the first floor of the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C. Tickets are not needed but RSVP is required. Reservations may be made by sending an email to ahub@loc.gov.
Veterans Employment Transition Summit & Hiring Event – April 20 & 21
The NVTC Veterans Employment Initiative (VEI) is partnering with the Military District of Washington (MDW) to put on another two-day Veteran Employment Transition Summit (VETS) at the Community Center at Fort Myer on Thursday and Friday, April 20-21. Job seeking transitioning military members, Veterans and military spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Governor McAuliffe cuts ribbon on new Veterans Benefits office in Springfield
Governor Terry McAuliffe celebrated the opening of the new Virginia Department of Veterans Services (VDVS) Benefits office in Springfield during a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The ceremony was attended by a diverse group that included state representatives, Supervisor Pat Herrity of the Springfield District of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, veterans, active duty military service members, and community leaders.
Commission on Veterans Affairs Honors Black History Month
The next meeting of the Montgomery County Commission on Veteran Affairs is February 21st at 6pm. Meetings are open to the public.
Serving Together: Peer Navigators Here for You
Serving Together, the military and veteran specific program of EveryMind, has two full-time Veteran and Family Peer Navigators dedicated to helping you and your family identify local resources!
Frederick Co. Starting Veteran Docket
Frederick County, Maryland has made amazing strides to get a Veterans Treatment Docket started in the County. The Docket still needs final approval to be "officially recognized" as a court.
Red Cross Launches Hero Care Mobile App
The American Red Cross unveils the new Hero Care Network mobile app designed to help members of the military, veterans and their families identify and connect to emergency and non-emergency Red Cross and other community services from anywhere in the world.
Quantico Walk/Run at Work, Annual Health Fair & Retiree Day
Marine Corps Marathon, Semper Fit Health Promotion, & Retired Activities Office present 3 events, 1 great time! The Walk/Run at Work Annual Health Fair & Retiree Day will be held on Friday, September 16 at Butler Stadium on MCB Quantico. This free event will include a Health Fair from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm and the Walk/Run will be held from 11 am - 1 pm. Retirees & Veterans welcome! There will be information and resources just for you at the Health Fair. Food Trucks will be available. No pre-registration required.
Save the Date: VA Vet Center Facebook Chat and Live Tour
VA will be teaming up with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) to give Facebook audiences a live video tour of a VA Vet Center on Wednesday, August 17th at 7 p.m. ET. The video tour will be followed by a Q&A with VA experts.