Only one more week to make your voices heard. The Blue Star Families annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey is live through June 14th. The survey empowers service members, veterans, National Guard, Reserve, and their families by collecting insights, analyzing trends, and communicating unique military life challenges to influencers who are responsible for driving change in our nation. The survey receives national attention from elected officials, military leadership, public and private organizations, and numerous publications. Don't delay. Take the Survey today!
George Washington University and the University of Bath have joined forces to conduct a study to explore post-9/11 Veteran stories and how their experiences, especially decisions those made in high stake situations, may impact their health behaviors and long term health. The Mile Study is currently seeking veterans who are interested in sharing the stories of their experiences in the military. If you are a Post 9/11 Veteran, at least 18 years of age and who has had an overseas tour please consider contributing to this study.
The Mission Continues needs volunteers to report for duty for Operation Charm City Charge. Volunteer opportunities at various locations throughout Baltimore June 20-27. Join over 100 dedicated volunteers as they help to transform green spaces, spruce up blighted buildings, and support the learning efforts of local public school children throughout the Baltimore community.
Vet Centers across the country are celebrating 40 years with open houses and anniversary events. Alexandria, Washington DC and Silver Spring Maryland all have open house celebration events planned in June. Please join one or all of these 40th year Anniversary Celebrations.
Join the Institute for Integrative Health on June 19th from 6-8pm for the Year of the Veteran: Creativity, Healing, and Well-Being. The event will also celebrate the launch of the Maryland Micro-Credential for Creative Classrooms' Veteran Ready Community Arts Provider Training course.
Military families, retired Veterans and National Guard – Free Admission May 18 – Sept 2! If you are looking for summer family vacation ideas or you have recently been transferred to this area, you can visit Prince George's County Museums through the Blue Star Museums program! This program offers FREE admission to active duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day, May 18, 2019, through Labor Day, September 2, 2019. Several historic sites and museums in Prince George’s County are participating in the Blue Star Program.
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services invites you to attend the Military Culture and Suicide Prevention Summits held throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia beginning in May through August. The Summit will increase military cultural competency and bolster regional partnerships between Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Facilities, Virginia Department of Veterans Services, Military Treatment Facilities, National Guard, and Community Services Providers. Participants will also receive information on best practices for suicide prevention among Military Service Members, Veterans, and Families (SMVF). The Summit in Fairfax, VA is June 17th. Registration is open.
Join Armed Services Arts Partnership for an exciting comedy writing workshop with How I Met Your Mother (HIMYM) co-creator Carter Bays! Learn how to write a pilot for a television series, from concept to outline to script. Topics will include creating strong characters, crafting a compelling story, and translating it all onto the page. Two sessions available: Saturday, June 22nd from 2-5pm and Sunday, June 23rd from 10am-1pm. Registration is required.
Highlights from ServingTogether for the month of May! Check out what we've been up to - another record breaking month, new Mental Health First Aid trainings, Provider Focus Groups and much more.
Join the American Military Heritage Museum June 9th and June 9th for "The 75th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion" event. A large collection of WWII equipment and vehicles and displays from various wars are on display. Saturday & Sunday, 9:30am - 5:00pm in Stephens City, VA.