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Joint VA/DOL Program Launches to Retrain 99,000 Unemployed Veterans
Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 EST
Starting May 15, unemployed Veterans between the ages of 35 and 60 can now apply for new benefits to cover education costs for up to one year through a joint Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Labor (DOL) program that focuses on retraining 99,000 Veterans for high-demand jobs.
Women Veterans Task Force Draft Plan Released
Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 EST
The Department of Veterans Affairs is releasing for public comment a draft of its strategic report to address key issues facing women Veterans. The plan outlines steps for improvements to care and services for women Veterans that are sustainable, accountable and a part of the department's culture and operations.

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Wendy's Joins with Veterans Advantage to Honor U.S. Veteran and Military Families

Wendy's and Veterans Advantage have partnered to provide Veterans Advantage members special WendyMail offers throughout the year at Wendy's restaurants nationwide.

"We're very appreciative that Wendy's has taken an industry leadership position to recognize our members and their dedicated service to our country," said H. Scott Higgins, founder and CEO of Veterans Advantage, and a Vietnam veteran. "These special offers - discounts on Wendy's h... Read More...

Links:
www.aboutwendys.com/Responsibi...

Nationwide 2K Event Will Support Homeless Veterans and Promote Employee Wellness

The Department of Veterans Affairs is once again hosting a nationwide 2K "Walk and Roll" event at more than 130 VA facilities on May 16 to coincide with National Employee Health and Fitness Day. The event will also encourage employee and local community support of homeless Veterans.

"Last year, VA's 2K events were hugely successful with over 16,000 employees participating and VA collecting donated goods estimated at $172, 00... Read More...

Links:
www.publichealth.va.gov/va2k/i...

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