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VA's www.va.gov/getstarted page provides two newly updated booklets about VA benefits and services, as well as how to apply for them.
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Local Events and Happenings
Regional Office reopening to visitors March 29, 2021
Beginning March 29, 2021, the VA Regional Office (VARO) will be open to the public Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. A limited number of visitors will be allowed in the waiting room and when full, visitors will be asked to wait in their vehicle until social distancing requirements can be met. We understand some may still be uncomfortable with visiting the VARO in person, so we will continue to provide assistance via a dedicated phone line manned by our Public Contact Team, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., to answer general or claim-related questions, to include status updates for pending claims. If you would like to speak with one of our Public Contact Team Representatives, please call (501) 370-3829 and someone will be happy to assist you.Inside Veterans Benefits
Our Response to COVID-19
We appreciate your patience as we continue to work with you during this time of crisis.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Event Name: Virtual Veterans "Reach Out" Seminar
Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (EST)
Location: WebEx Virtual Event
Link: click here to join
Phone: 1-404-397-1596, access coe 2764 575 8982
The seminar will concentrate on educating and empowering attendees with information regarding whole health & well-being, VA benefits & services, and resources available through Vet Centers.
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Event Name: Virtual Faith-based Outreach Event
Date: Monday, September 20, 2021
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. (EST)
Location: WebEx Virutal Event
Link: Click Here to Join the Meeting
Phone: 1-404-397-1596, access code 199 126 9148
This informative and educating event will allow faith-based and community leaders the opportunity to learn about how faith-based organizations can support VA's mission by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
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Are you an Alaska Native Vietnam-era Veteran?
You may be entitled to a Native allotment selection, if you are an Alaska Native Vietnam Veteran who served between 1964 and 1971, AND have not received a Native allotment, OR are an heir to someone who meets the above criteria. For more information, visit the Bureau of Land Management web site or read their flyer.
External Link Disclaimer: By clicking on the links above you will leave the Department of Veterans Affairs Website. VA does not endorse and is not responsible for the content of the linked websites.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Veteran Rapid Retraining Assistance
On March 11, 2021, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched VRRAP for Veterans who have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Veterans participating in VRRAP can receive education and training for high-demand occupations, which is determined by the Commissioner of Labor Statistics. Veterans will receive up to 12 months of tuition and fees and a monthly housing allowance based on Post-9/11 GI Bill rates. To learn more about VRRAP and how to apply for the program, Veterans can visit www.va.gov. Veterans can also contact the Education Call Center at 888-442-4551 between 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. EST, Monday-Friday, to speak with a VA education representative.
