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VA contacts Veterans during first-year of transition

#VetResources - for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors Sign up for this weekly newsletter at www.VA.gov/VetResources View and share as a webpage Traveling Veteran Coordinator – Traveling for the Winter? If you are enrolled in health care with VA, you will receive the same care while traveling as you would at home. A Traveling Veteran Coordinator will help coordinate with the alternate facility, but you need to tell your care team about your plans before you travel. LEARN MORE  VA launches 'Solid Start' to proactively contact Veterans during first-year of transition Veterans in their first year of military to civilian transition will learn about VA programs and benefits through the new Solid Start program. VA will reach out to new Veterans three times during the first year of their transition, the initial contact will come in the first 90 days after separation. LEARN MORE Fisher House serves as home away from home for Veterans, military families A Fisher House is "a home away from home" for families of patients receiving medical care at major military and VA medical centers. The homes are normally located within walking distance of the treatment facility or have transportation available. These homes offer free, temporary lodging to military and Veterans' families, allowing them to be close to their loved one during a medical crisis. It also allows them to focus on what's important—the healing process. Discuss on RallyPoint: Have you used a Fisher House? LEARN MORE Quilts of Valor: Reaching out and comforting a fellow human being Quilts of Valor Foundation recognizes and acknowledges the "war demons" that plague soldiers from all wars. Thousands of quilters all over the US work daily to create quilts to cover warriors from all conflicts, including WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan. Discuss on RallyPoint: Hey Quilters, I'd love to see some of your quilts! LEARN MORE  Veteran Hiring Guide: How to Recruit and Retain America's Best from Monster.com Monster.com recently tapped VA to provide insight on hiring America's heroes, to help employers leverage the wealth of knowledge and skills Veterans bring to the career table. Discuss on RallyPoint: Five highly valued skills Veterans bring to a career at VA by Darren Sherrard U.S. Army Veteran and VA Associate Director for Recruitment Marketing. DOWNLOAD Veteran tech entrepreneurs wanted for Patriot Boot Camp Announcing the next Patriot Boot Camp #PBCSF hosted by Verizon in San Francisco from March 5-7, 2020. PBC connects military, Veteran and military spouse tech entrepreneurs with mentors, education, and a peer network to support their entrepreneurial success. Applications are now open!  APPLY NOW VA Podcast: Diabetes Education, Programs Having diabetes is not an easy task. There is a lot of self-management required after being diagnosed with diabetes. Mary Julius, Cleveland VA Medical Center noted how "25% of Veterans receiving VA care have been diagnosed with diabetes" in this week's Borne the Battle episode. She also emphasized the importance of educating Veterans and their families on how to self-manage their diabetes. LEARN MORE LISTEN Did you know the National Resource Directory has more than 14,000 vetted resources available to you right now?  VAntage Point Veteran finds a path to work and mental health New technology identifies potential diabetic foot ulcers Our Veterans Shouldn't Go Hungry Study raises new warnings about frail surgery patients Global War on Terror Memorial crosses major hurdle VHA launches Innovators Network FY20 investment cycle VA Artificial Intelligence can be used to help diagnose cancer Five things to include on your nursing resume to VA Grandson prompts Veteran to quit smoking Serve Up Family Memories at the Table Homeless Veterans in Oklahoma City receive winter coats, boots and blankets VA opens gambling addiction center in Las Vegas Veterans Court changes lives by offering second chance VA News Releases VA launches Solid Start to ensure Veterans are contacted during initial transition VA inspires communities to support hospitalized Veterans throughout the holidays VA launches National Artificial Intelligence Institute VA web-based patient tool surpasses five million users VA continues record setting claims processing pace for 2019 VA's Board of Veterans' Appeals plans virtual hearings in 2020 Find a VA Facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR Not sure where to start?  VA WELCOME KIT   Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one?  Did you know that VA offers same day services in Primary Care and Mental Health at 172 VA Medical Centers across the country? Make the Connection Resource Locator Contact the Veterans Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255.) Find how RallyPoint can help you and other members of the Veteran and military community find dental coverage. Also, learn about no-cost PTS treatment programs.