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Free Resume Builder and Writing Tips [] [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]( [300,000 could lose maximum back pay]( Don't Miss Out on Maximum Backpay! Finish your claim today! Check out this video to learn more about the deadline to submit your claim for disability compensation and maximize your potential backpay. [WATCH]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Marine veteran and wife on laptop]( Finish Your Claims Within One Year for the Most Backdated Benefits Did you submit an intent to file (ITF) a claim for VA disability compensation within the last year? You must act fast! You only have 365 days from when you submitted your ITF to complete it. Read more to learn everything you need to know about submitting your full claim. [READ MORE]( [House.]( Facing Foreclosure? Everything You Need to Know to Find Support and Keep Your Home VA is strongly encouraging mortgage servicers to continue to pause foreclosures of certain VA-guaranteed home loans through December 31, 2024. This targeted moratorium will give Veterans and their families more time to explore all home retention options. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events We have hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the full list of upcoming events on VA's outreach calendar, including: [VA Webinar: The Business of Small Business - ONLINE]( Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 10 – 11:30 a.m. ET [EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Save now on travel with Shop VCS]( Bonus 15% off travel on ShopVCS.com Embark on your dream getaway without breaking the bank! Use code SUMMER15 for an additional 15% off already discounted prices for your next adventure. [SAVE NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Woman meditating at a lake on a pier.]( Six Apps to Help Manage Stress Check out these six free tools Veterans and their families can use to manage stress and support their self-care, including guided relaxation, mindfulness exercises, medication reminders and how to connect with professional support. [LEARN MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Man in business suit shaking hands with hiring manager.]( Make Your Resume Shine with These Important Tips A resume highlighting all your important skills and experience is a critical step to landing your next job. Check out these tips and use the resume builder on [USAJOBS]( to begin writing your best resume. [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 three upcoming job fairs, including [Houston, TX – Marketing Manager](. [JOBS OF THE WEEK]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Supporting veterans mental health with picture of three veterans.]( Transforming Veteran Lives with Mental Health Care Veterans like Ryan, Greg, and Bridget transformed their lives by prioritizing their mental health. During Mental Health Month, read about the tailored treatments and wide-ranging support from VA that contributed to their success. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran Buddy Check!]( Are you a Military or Veteran Caregiver? 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