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Find Your Sport with VA's Adaptive Sports and Arts Programs [] [US Department of Veterans Affairs]( [facebook](​[twitter](​[instagram](​[youtube](​​​[blog](​​[contact us]( [#VetResources]( is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. [VIEW/SHARE]( | [EVENTS]( | [WELCOME KIT]( [Memorial Day events.]( More than 200 Memorial Day Events As we honor and remember fallen service members this Memorial Day weekend, VA cemeteries and communities will be hosting events across the country. Check out the full list sorted by state. [EVENTS]( [Military funeral with a woman holding a folded American flag.]( Survivors & Caregivers Together: Memorial Day Q&A On May 23 at 1 pm ET, VA and our community partners will be available to answer questions about survivor resources, benefits, caregiver support and memorial affairs. [ASK YOUR QUESTIONS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA benefits for 100 percent disability.]( VA Benefits for Veterans with 100% Disability Are you using all of your benefits? Learn about VA's complete benefits package for Veterans receiving 100% service-connected compensation. [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [VA Secretary Denis Mcdonough answering questions during a town hall in Cleveland.]( ICYMI: VA Secretary Hosts Town Hall with Veterans VA Secretary Denis McDonough met with Veterans and answered a variety of questions during a live town hall from the Cleveland VA on May 15. Watch the recording of the town hall and read some of the questions and answers. [LEARN MORE]( [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Memorial Day weekend deals on shopvcs.com.]( Memorial Day Weekend Deals on Shop VCS.com This Memorial Day weekend, we’re unloading massive deals on over 100 brands on ShopVCS.com. Plus, get 10% off next-day, [prescription contacts]( with code VCS10, and get an [extra $10 off tires]( May 24-31. [SAVE NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veterans can shop at the base exchange.]( All honorably discharged Veterans are eligible for the online military exchange shopping benefit, and Veterans with disabilities have in-store military exchange, commissary and MWR resale facility shopping privileges. Learn more about your exchange shopping benefits. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veterans skiing.]( Find Your Sport with VA's Adaptive Sports and Arts Programs Did you know VA offers sports and creative arts programs at VA facilities nationwide? Check out this episode of the New Horizons in Health podcast and learn more about the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, one of many opportunities for Veterans interested in sports and art programs. [WATCH]( [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Hiring Veterans: Jobs of the Week Employers are looking to hire Veterans across the country. We're now posting all jobs in "Hiring Veterans" on VA News. Check out this week's list of 19 jobs and seven upcoming job fairs, including [Chicago, IL – Corporate Accounting Analyst](. [JOBS OF THE WEEK]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Woman in Army uniform.]( Speaking Civilian: Taking Military Jargon Off Your Resume Removing military jargon from your resume is an important part of transitioning to a civilian career. Try these tips. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Four images of veterans.]( Finding New Passions Through Treatment Be inspired by Veterans who improved their mental health through treatment and self-help and are living fuller lives today. During Mental Health Month, learn how Shannon, Dennis, Courtney and Michael discovered their own unique ways of healing. [HEAR THEIR STORIES]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran Buddy Check!]( Take the time and become a mentor for [Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)](. The TAPS Peer Mentor Program equips survivors, at least 18 months past their loss, with the tools and skills needed to serve as a mentor to fellow survivors looking for support from someone who truly understands the unique aspects of military tragedy and who has walked in their shoes. A peer mentor is there to listen, to be a friend, and to celebrate the personal triumphs in your grief journey. - For those Veterans in the workforce, do you list your military experience on a resume? [Answers Here >]( - Am I a Vietnam Veteran even if I did not put feet on the ground in Vietnam? And is it wrong for me to wear a Vietnam Veteran's cap? [Answers Here >]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [American flags.] 20% Off at Walgreens Memorial Day Weekend [Walgreens]( is offering a 20% discount to all Veterans, active-duty military personnel and their immediate family members, May 24-27. Customers with a myWalgreens membership and valid proof of service will receive 20% off regularly priced products at any Walgreens or Duane Reade drugstore nationwide. Exclusions and restrictions may apply. [Veteran and Military year round discounts]( [WellnessMats]( 25% off entire purchase. Get discounted [tickets]( to the 2024 Military Basketball Association Championship game on May 26 at the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia. [VIEW ALL DISCOUNTS]( VA News: - [Hampton VA provides mental health support to pregnant, postpartum Veterans]( - [Occupational Therapy (OT) Fellowship Programs can elevate your practice]( - [Exploring VR's potential to revolutionize occupational therapy]( - [NCA spreads memorial benefits awareness at Homes on Wheels Alliance’s 2024 Rubber Tramp Rendezvous]( - [Live Whole Health #222: Under Acupressure]( - [CHAMPVA: Simplify pharmacy claims]( - [Mental Health: MVP research supports Veteran well-being]( - [Veteran golfers tee it up at Battle Creek]( - [An American liberated her, then married her]( - [TeleRheumatology – Virtual care to Veterans with arthritis and rheumatic conditions]( - [By transforming heath care, VA nurses make a difference every day]( - [VA and Salesforce help Veterans translate military experience into civilian careers]( - [Mental health is just one factor in a Veteran’s risk for suicide]( - [Sexual violence and Asian American/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Veterans]( - [SimLEARN Trainings Save Lives Outside of VA Hopsital]( [hello - welcome to VA - lets get started]( Download the VA Welcome Kit [VA WELCOME KIT]( Find a VA facility near you. 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