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Webinar: Invisible Wounds of Military Service: The Impact of Military Sexual Trauma

The Mid-Atlantic Regional Community of Practice presents the fourth Regional Community of Practice training event for our network users from our AmericaServes providers in Greater Pittsburgh, the National Capital Region, and larger South Hampton Roads communities. This workshop is FREE of charge to you and your staff within your organization. This will be a completely virtual training and we encourage you to join us to strengthen your ability to support the military and veterans in your community.

Navigating a Virtual Job Fair

The new standard of normal is virtual career and job fairs! Learn suggestions and recommendations for proper protocol for preparing yourself for a virtual career and job fair to set yourself up for success! An overview of the basic flow of a virtual career and job fair, what you can expect, and how you can prepare and organize yourself to make a good impression.

Effective Communication in the Job Search (Say This, Not That)

Join Easterseals Veteran Staffing Network for a Tuesday Talks Virtual Employment Workshop! This free event is open to transitioning military service members, veterans, and spouses. Workshop Topics Include: What do I say during business communication as I look for a job? How do I focus on the job search and ensure that my communication is error-free? How may I ensure that I utilize manners and etiquette as I communicate? How can I convey the proper tone in cover letters, written communication, and telephone calls?

GI Bill Information Workshop

Join VA ACME's Virtual workshop on how to use and access the GI Bill for Higher Education for Military Dependents and Transitioning Service Members. Facilitated by VA ACME- Advisory Council on Military Education. Open to all Active Duty, Reserve & National Guard & Their Spouses.

Self Discovery to Manage “The New Normal”

How you choose to respond to change can transform everything! Learn from USO how to manage the unpredictability of the new normal and how to navigate constant changes of the unknown. Tips and techniques for empowering you and your family through difficult times with your self-discovery and strategic change management. All participants should walk away with an enhanced vocabulary on strength-based leadership.

VA Backlog of Claims Grows

The backlog of Department of Veterans Affairs claims has grown by tens of thousands of cases since the department halted work because of the coronavirus pandemic, top VA officials said Wednesday.

Exciting News Regarding Network Expansion!

We have exciting news to share with you! As you may have heard, Kaiser Permanente has partnered with Unite Us to connect community-based organizations, health care providers, and public agencies in the Mid-Atlantic region. These efforts will expand the ServingTogether network and allow partners to serve a broader population, in addition to veterans and military families. This effort will bring in additional service providers to serve all community members in the Mid-Atlantic region, covering Northern VA, D.C., Suburban Maryland and Baltimore. The initiative is rolling out in a three-part phased approach that launches on June 23.

TAPS EQUINE THERAPY

TAPS is going to focus on those who are interested in learning more about equine therapy. They will talk with those who have experience in supporting others with this unique therapy with animals. This is a wonderful way to meet others with similar interests from the comfort of your home! If you do not have a camera, you have the option to call into the session and participate in the conversation.

Blue Star Families & MCEC Parent to Parent Virtual Workshops

Join Blue Star Families & the MCEC Parent to Parent Program for educational workshops on June 4th and 11th. Upcoming Workshops include Growth Mindset and June 4 and Finding Your Fit on June 11.

Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) – Meet-up Group

Are you a Military Spouse who is searching for a group to plugin? Search no further! You're invited to join the L.I.N.K.S. crew meet up group – where casual conversation happens! They're a relaxed group and don't mind at all if you arrive late, they understand life happens. So come out, meet other spouses who share common interests, are new to the base, or looking to meet new people. Their group is open to all Military Spouses. Children of all ages are welcome. (Parental Supervision Required) they typically meet once a month.

Connecting Those Who Have Served