(VA) Free Jerrod Niemann Concert for Veterans, Economic Impact Payment Eligibility

#VetResources is a weekly newsletter for Veterans, their Families, Caregivers, and Survivors. SIGN UP | VIEW/SHARE | EVENTS | WELCOME KIT | PODCAST Scroll down for a list of all events this week 10 New VA Resource Guides for Veterans and Their Families The VA Welcome Kit is a simplified guide to help access VA's care, benefits, and services. Learn how to access health care, mental health services, community care, disability compensation, Vet Centers, survivor benefits, and more. LEARN MORE   Jerrod Niemann Concert and Q&A Free for Veterans and Families You are invited for a live, free concert and conversation with Jerrod Neimann on Thursday, December 17th at 630PM ET (tomorrow). LEARN MORE VA coronavirus Updates | Chatbot | App | Weekly Report | Vaccine Sign up to help us understand your interest in getting a vaccine. Virtual Events this Week Dec. 17 - Soldiers' Angels Veteran Food Distribution – San Antonio, Texas Dec. 17 - Creative Writing Workshop for Military Spouses & Caregivers Dec. 17 - Creating an Elevator Pitch Dec. 17 - Vet Talks: featuring a live musical performance and Q&A with Jerrod Niemann Dec. 18 - Soldiers' Angels Veteran Food Distribution – Atlanta, Georgia Dec. 18 - Soldiers' Angels Veteran Food Distribution – Orlando, Florida Dec. 21 - Virtual Coffee House - Veteran Business Chat Dec. 22 - PAVE Connect: Engage in Something New VIEW ALL EVENTS #FightFlu with a FREE flu shot Honoring your Veteran's grave this holiday season There are still ways to honor your Veteran despite not being able to travel. Find someone local to visit your loved one's grave on this RallyPoint post. Post where you are willing to visit or share which VA National Cemetery your Veteran is interred at. LEARN MORE 101-year-old Veteran has survived two pandemics VA Debt Management Center resuming notifications in January 2021 The VA Debt Management Center (DMC) will resume sending letters in January 2021 to Veterans with benefit debts. Find out more for repayment, waiver, and hardship options. LEARN MORE Hear Veterans reconnect with family You may still be eligible for an Economic Impact Payment If you missed the deadline to register with IRS for the Economic Impact Payment, you may still be eligible to receive a payment.  LEARN MORE Veterans share how they quit smoking Direct deposit provides fraud protection The Veterans Benefits Banking Program (VBBP) has made it easier and safer to receive electronic benefits and to protect from fraud. Since December 2019, VBBP has helped ensure nearly 25,000 Veterans and beneficiaries are no longer at risk for financial fraud tied to pre-paid debit cards and paper checks. LEARN MORE Your military benefits + VA employee benefits = A winning combination Borne the Battle podcast With help from VA Speech Language Pathology Services, Navy Veteran, Dave Hume went from only expressing three words after his stroke to writing a blog and becoming a motivational speaker. LEARN MORE    LISTEN  My Life, My Story podcast: a teenage soldier In this episode, Bibiana shares her and her husband's experiences in World War II.  LEARN MORE   LISTEN    Easterseals resources for Veterans and families VA Profile helps Veterans manage their information VA is empowering Veterans to manage their information through a simplified, personalized experience. Once signed into VA.gov, Veterans can view, update, and change their contact information, such as phone number, email, home and mailing address. Update once, update everywhere! LEARN MORE VAntage Point Blogs: VA Welcome Kit adds 10 new guides for Veterans and their families Five resources to help Veterans recharge this holiday season During season of giving, Red Cross urges blood donation Veterans: Don't just "deal with" your anger From K9 handler in Vietnam to VA volunteer Fresh Focus #15: Scaling back the holiday meal Live Whole Health #49: Get moving from your chair The fight against Veterans' lung diseases Social workers help keep 18 Veterans in their homes VA News Releases: VA releases COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, vaccinations began this week VA begins COVID-19 vaccinations VA launches single access point to all VA contact centers VA technology leaders named for innovation and modernization in health care AT&T added to VA Video Connect telehealth program VA announces joint final rule on Equal Treatment of Faith-Based Organizations in VA-Supported Social Service Programs VA dedicates Morovis National Cemetery VA announces initial plans for COVID-19 vaccine distribution Thousands of face shields donated by all-volunteer group to help VA in fight against COVID-19 pandemic VA is here for you. 1-800-MyVA411 (800-698-2411) is always the right number Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 Homeless Veteran Resources: 1-877-424-3838 or Chat White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311 Download the VA Welcome Kit  VA WELCOME KIT   Find a VA facility near you.  FACILITY LOCATOR