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Avoid Disability Benefits Questionnaires Fraud Scams [] [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]( [Calculate VA disability rating.]( Calculating VA Disability Ratings Ever wonder how VA calculates a Veteran’s percentage of disability? Watch this explanation with a step-by-step breakdown that’s easy to follow. [WATCH]( [Toyota Tacoma truck for sweepstakes from Hiring Our Heroes.]( Your Chance to Win a New Toyota Open to active-duty service members, Veterans and military spouses, the Committed to America’s Heroes sweepstakes is a chance for one lucky military community member to win a new Toyota! [ENTER NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Summer games for Veterans Canteen Service.]( VCS Summer Games This event only comes once every four years! 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Check out the full list of upcoming events on the outreach events site, including: [Online -]([Overview of VA Survivor Assistance Program](- July 30, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET [EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Woman smiling standing beside a lake.]( Managing Depression Symptoms After the loss of a fellow Marine and a difficult transition to the Marine Corps Reserves, Marissa sought help for her mental health. Watch Marissa share how talking with a female therapist helped her find ways to manage symptoms of depression. [WATCH HER STORY]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [A woman and a man jogging and smiling.]( Beat the Heat: Four Tips to Stay Active and Safe This Summer Summer temps can increase your risk of heat-related illnesses. But with the right precautions, you can continue to get exercise even during the hottest months. [READ MORE]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Man putting on a tie for a job interview. ]( July 25 is National Hire a Veteran Day National Hire a Veteran Day is set aside to raise awareness of employment for transitioning service members and Veterans, and a call to action for those who hire and those who apply. [READ 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 21 jobs and six upcoming job fairs, including: [Virtual National Military Hiring Fair with MilitaryHire and Walmart – July 25, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET]( [JOBS OF THE WEEK]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran Buddy Check!]( When’s the last time you checked-in on your buddies? [Pledge to reach 10 Veterans and sign up for Buddy Check resources.]( Share your [Buddy Check story]( or learn how to start your own [Veteran social](. Connect now on these questions: - What is the best way to go about starting the VA rating/disability process? [Answers Here >]( - What is the first step to being compensated by the VA for hearing loss? [Answers Here >]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veteran and Military year round discounts]( [Apple]( 10% off products and accessories with ID.me. [Adidas]( 30% off online and in-store and 20% off at factory outlet stores for military members. 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