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25 March 2022
Resources for Veterans and Military Family Members
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Important Dates and Events
· March 24-25 – AARP Celebrates You with this free online event, filled with celebrity chats, a rockin’ concert, an iconic movie, a live dance party, and tons of virtual classes. RSVP here
· March 25 (and last Friday of the month moving forward) – Crochet and Knit group to benefit Made With Love initiative. 5:30-7:30pm at So Original Yard Shop in 6655 Dobbin Rd. Columbia, MD
· March 25 & 26 – Chesapeake Shakespeare Company’s Veteran Ensemble presents “To Be A Soldier” Veterans are free with ID. Tickets for adults 18 and over are $22. Children under 18 are admitted for free. “ A collection of Shakespearean scenes chosen by Veterans to reflect their own personal experiences in the military.” The performances will be held in our Baltimore City theatre located at 7 South Calvert Street Baltimore, MD 21202. Reserve tix here
· March 29 - National Vietnam War Veterans Day. Receive a free sandwich at Mission BBQ all day for Vietnam Veterans. Thank you and Welcome Home”
· March 30 - Navigating USAJOBS (Federal Jobs), 1:30-3PM (Eastern). This overview covers key aspects of a job search using USAJOBS including, searching for jobs, creating an account and profile, managing an account, reviewing job announcements, and applying for jobs. Registration is open! https://usajobs3302022.eventbrite.com
Others:
Resume Writing, April 6, 2022, at 1:30-3pm (Eastern). This session dives into unique aspects of the Federal Job Opportunity Announcement (i.e., the job posting); how to tailor a Federal résumé; required information for a Federal résumé; and the Federal hiring process. Registration is open! https://resume4062022.eventbrite.com
Interviewing Techniques, April 13, 2022, at 1:30-3pm (Eastern). During this information session, participants will be provided with specific information that will prepare them for Federal interviews. We will cover preparing for and participating in a structured interview. Registration is open! https://interview4132022.eventbrite.com
· April 2 - Team Unbroken, 10am-1pm at Steven A. Cohen Military Family
Clinic at Easterseals 1420 Spring St, Silver Spring, MD 20910. Anyone in the Military and Veteran Community - Join us and Team Unbroken for an engaging panel discussion of the team’s mission and background. Learn how fierce determination and the right support system can help you overcome the toughest obstacles. Following the panel discussion, attendees can pack Mental Health Go-Bags for themselves and others! This event is cost-free. Lunch will be provided
Seats are limited! - Register now 30 In-Person Spots Available Open Virtually to All!
· April 5 - Winning Resume` & Captivating Cover Letters, 10-11:30am. To register and learn about other free workshops such as LinkedIn Basics, Using Social Media for your Job Search and Interviewing Strategies, call 410-290-2600
M-F 8 AM - 4:30 PM or email owd@howardcountymd.gov
· April 6 and 7 – The Research Advisory Committee on Gulf War Veterans’ Illnesses (RACGWVI) announces upcoming Veteran Engagement Sessions for 1990-91 Gulf War Veterans
Are you or a loved one a Gulf War Veteran struggling with health issues?
Share your story at a Veteran listening session to help inform VA research.
Topics will include:
1. What health issues are of greatest concern to Gulf War Veterans (GWV)?
2. How can research improve the treatments available to GWV?
3. What health issue could the VA address to improve GWV quality of life?
4. What would you like the VA Secretary to know about the health of GWV?
To address the committee, please send your name, preferred meeting date, and the topic(s) you would like to address to varacgwvi@va.gov. Questions or comments from those who do not respond in advance will be taken as time allows.
These meetings are open to all.
Meeting password: GWVets1991! 1-833-558-0712 (Toll-free)
Access code: 2762 977 6702
Meeting password: GWVets1991!
1-833-558-0712 (Toll-free)
Access code: 2760 574 2032
· April 7 - Howard County Commission for Veteran and Military Families Meeting, 7pm. Dept of Community Resources and Services 9830 Patuxent Woods Drive Columbia, MD.
· April 12 - Baltimore Military Muster, 6:30-8pm at 1399 S Sharp St, Baltimore, MD 21230. The Muster is a bi-monthly, joint effort event where veterans from all eras, active duty military, and the community that supports them are invited to a meetup style get together. Enjoy free food, valuable information, and great company while meeting current and former service members from throughout the area. You'll have the chance to learn from and share information about various organizations and resources that do great work here in the Baltimore veteran space!
· Now - Howard County Fallen Heroes Tribute. To honor Howard County residents who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, the Office of Veteran and Military Families is proud to announce the creation of the Fallen Heroes Tribute page.
We hope that you will use this form by sharing their stories of valor which will be highlighted on a future webpage. Fallen Heroes Form
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Recurring Events/Programs
· Monday thru Friday - Veteran Virtual Kiosk, 10am-3pm EST. A daily virtual office where you can connect to our employment professionals and get help with MD Workforce Exchange and find out about available resources. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/awf-yoqx-mmu
Phone—+1 516-268-6742 PIN: 748 066 507 #
· 2nd Thursday of the Month - Veteran Small Business & Entrepreneur Check-In, 3pm EST. A monthly outreach and support event which brings together vet friendly businesses, small business service organizations and aspiring veteran entrepreneurs to share opportunities advice and resources. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/coi-hmmo-gqy
Phone—+1 385-645-7116 PIN: 158 654 013 #
· Last Thursday of the Month- Veteran Career Club, 11am EST. A monthly outreach and support event which brings together veteran job seekers, career guides, JVSG employment professionals and veteran service organizations to provide job/career options, information on apprenticeships and training opportunities and share tips and techniques for success. Contact Mr. Anthony Butler Sr.
Virtual—https://meet.google.com/nog-aidc-bfv
Phone—+1 316-778-8309 PIN: 237 445 104 #
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Newsletters
· VA Podcasts – Borne to Battle, Fresh Focus, Vets First)
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Resources
Self-Help Meetings and Resources
The events in Afghanistan are just the latest “trigger” that has many veterans dealing with significant mental, emotional, physical, sleep, and substance use challenges.
The webinar, hosted by VA-trained Clinical Psychologist, and Founder of VYP, Dr. Daniel Libby, will present an easy-to-follow model that will help you to create the space needed to support your loved ones as they recover from extreme stress or trauma.
This will provide an overview to the Mindful Resilience approach to trauma recovery, stress management, and the path from posttraumatic stress to posttraumatic growth. Participants will leave with an understanding of how recovery from posttraumatic stress happens, and concrete ways that they can support the recovery of their loved ones.
During this session, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and get answers from Dr. Daniel Libby, as well as learn about the resources and tools Veterans Yoga Project offers to caregivers.
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Employment Opportunities
· Great flexible weekend job and the added benefit of a complimentary CA gym/pool individual membership! Join our team at The Other Barn in Oakland Mills. We are actively hiring facility assistants to staff our weekend events. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older. Customer service experience a plus! Bi-lingual applicants and college students (21+) encouraged to apply!
Click HERE to review job description.
Applicants should submit a resume to manager@oaklandmills.org. Due to the volume of inquiries, only qualified candidates will be contacted. No walk-ins or phone calls please.
· Community Housing Program Assistant, Humanim in Columbia, MD, Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures, filing, telephone, and office equipment. Completes quarterly inspections of all residential sites to include…
Harper's Choice Community Association Facility Assistant - The Facility Assistant provides administrative and facility support to other staff for a variety of functions, both for Harper's Choice Community Association (HCCA) events and Kahler Hall programs and social events. This position is 20 hours per week and reports to the Facilities Manager. Here are samples of duties and responsibilities: Updates and monitor social media accounts, Answers phones and greets visitors, Refers callers and visitors to appropriate staff, Assists users of the facility, Performs clerical and administrative work as needed, including but not limited to filing, copying and assembling documents, Provides all prospective customers with tours, accurate information regarding facility availability, pricing and policies for all rental facilities, Books events, accepts payments for security deposits, rental fees and HOA documents, Assists staff and visitors during facility use. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older. Applicants should submit a resume to manager@harperschoice.org. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. No walk-ins or phone calls please.
· Amanda Trice - Workforce Development Veteran and Military Liaison
· Max Outreach - OutreachCoordinator@maximus.com or by phone at 1-800-274-8582 ext 185
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