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[] [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]( | [PODCAST]( [Radar of a hurricane over Florida.]( Disaster Assistance and Resources for Veterans Resources are available for Veterans, dependents, survivors and caregivers who have experienced a natural disaster. Whether you are receiving VA disability, a VA pension, education benefits, a VA home loan or insurance, VA is here to help you and protect your benefits. [ACCESS DISASTER ASSISTANCE AND RESOURCES]( [Asistencia en circunstancias de catástrofes para los veteranos]( [Barista handing a uniformed military person a cup of coffee.]( Check in with Your Buddies, Get Some Starbucks The first 10,000 individuals to Take the Pledge to check-in with 10 Veterans during VA’s Buddy Check Week will receive a $10 Starbucks gift card. [CHECK IN WITH YOUR BUDDIES]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Couple using a laptop for a tele-health appointment.]( Get 24/7 Virtual Care from VA If you’re a Veteran enrolled in VA health care, you now have access to VA tele-emergency care — should you need it — through [VA Health Connect](. [ACCESS THE CARE YOU NEED]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [A group of Veterans gaming.]( Game and Stay Connected with Other Veterans Build friendships and camaraderie with other Veterans through the power of gaming. Join Frost Call and use gaming as a way to stay connected. [GAME WITH OTHER VETERANS ON FROST CALL]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Two people holding hands showing compassion.]( Find Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Resources with Psych Hub Take care of yourself and others by prioritizing mental health just like you would physical health. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. [ACCESS MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES]( [Veterans Crisis Line](: [988](tel:988) and press 1, [Chat](, or Text 838255 --------------------------------------------------------------- Upcoming Events We have hundreds of free events for Veterans and their families, caregivers and survivors. Check out the full list of upcoming events in this week's Veteran Resources article, including: [Virtual Entrepreneurship Training for Military Spouse - Oct. 15 - 2:00 - 4:00 pm ET]( [VIEW ALL EVENTS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Fall clearance deals from ShopVCS.]( Fall Clearance Deals | Shop VCS.com Now is the perfect time to take advantage of deep discounts with our Fall Clearance deals with ShopVCS. Find amazing deals on favorites like Crocs, Dakine, Solo Stove, and more. Veterans receive an extra 20% off at checkout. [SHOP NOW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- 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 24 jobs and eight upcoming job fairs, including: [Virtual Entrepreneurship Training for Military Spouses with Department of Labor and Small Business Administration – October 15, 2:00 – 4:00pm ET]( [FIND YOUR NEXT JOB]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Various holograms of cybersecurity icons.]( Start a Career in Cybersecurity or Privacy Cybersecurity and privacy career fields are rewarding, in-demand, and well-paying. Learn how to get your foot in the door on a career in cybersecurity or privacy. [LAUNCH YOUR CYBERSECURITY CAREER]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Veterans conducting a prescribed burn.]( Gain Firefighting Experience with Veterans Fire Corps Southeast Conservation Corps has an opportunity for recent Vets to join their [Veterans Fire Corps Conservation Crew](. [APPLY FOR THE VETERAN FIRE CORPS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Paul’s unhealthy substance use began in high school and intensified during his Navy service, later costing him his marriage. After years of drinking and gambling, he decided to seek support. Watch Paul share how mental health treatment changed his life.]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Check on Your Veteran Buddies, Families, Caregivers, and Survivors!]( [Access 24/7 confidential peer support year-round from Vets4Warriors]( - How can I find out if I am qualified for a Kosovo deployment patch? 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[SHOP NOW]( [SAVE MONEY, FIND MORE DISCOUNTS]( VA News: - [Fair helps Veterans access healthy food]( - [Bring your training to mental health care jobs at VA]( - [Jackson, a service dog, stays by Veteran’s side]( - [Prioritizing your well-being and accessing lifesaving support]( - [Live Whole Health #242: Being there]( - [South Texas VA receives Nationally Designated Telehealth Hub designation]( - [Houston social workers’ three-day effort to house homeless Veterans]( - [Nurses have simple solution for cancer patients]( - [Breast cancer awareness: It’s more than just pink]( - [Battle Creek area Veterans go disc golfing]( - [Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month with VA Careers]( - [Veteran with LVAD has cataract surgery]( - [Golf clinic introduces physical therapy students to adaptive sports]( - [The Congressional Gold Medal Tribute to Filipino WWII Veterans]( - [VA and OnStar partnership to enhance suicide prevention]( - [Veteran receives cutting edge cancer care close to home]( [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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