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  1. The deadline is quickly approaching to apply for suicide prevention grant funding. Applications are due June 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET. It could take a few days to complete. Find resources to apply:

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  2. VA encourages Veterans to consider their life goals and how tobacco use might stand in their way. Read how five Veterans stopped using tobacco.

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    Last June, I raised the Pride Flag at VA Central Office in Washington, D.C. This year, I authorized all VA-owned facilities to fly it for up to 30 days in June Learn how VA is creating a safe and inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ Veterans at

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  4. During Pride Month, VA’s LGBTQ+ Health Program office engages, educates, and raises awareness of essential services and resources.

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  5. VA has a COVID-19 plan to provide transparent and flexible guidelines to keep you safe as protocols change. Look for the sign at the door.

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  6. During Caribbean-American Heritage Month, today’s is Army Veteran Ismael Medina.

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  7. VA's new electronic health record (EHR) is saving lab staff hours of work each day at the Jonathan M. Wainwright Memorial VA Medical Center, in Walla Walla, Washington.

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  8. June is PTSD Awareness Month. Make the pledge to raise awareness about PTSD and effective treatment:

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  9. LGBTQ+ Veterans are more than twice as likely to have indicators of housing instability in their VHA medical records. During , spread the word about VA services that can help LGBTQ+ Veterans access stable housing:

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  10. Veterans access Nutrition and Food Services programs offered by VA with technology like VA Video Connect. Virtual visits have positive impact.

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  11. While visiting the Buck, New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery yesterday, Secretary Denis R. McDonough recalled the story of a Marine that exemplifies what Memorial Day is all about.

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  12. 2022 e-CRD is now available! Warrior Care’s Military Caregiver Support PEER Support Coordinators are available to guide caregivers through the e-CRD to help find resources, relief, and more for a caregiver’s specific needs. Connect with a PSC today

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  13. Today’s is Marine Corps Veteran Lewis William Walt, who served as assistant commandant of the Marine Corps.

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  14. VA is focusing on improving the Native American Direct Loan (NADL) experience for all Native Americans on tribal land.

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  15. Apply today for grant funding for your community-based organization. June 10 is the deadline—late applications will not be accepted. Review application materials:

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  16. When you quit using tobacco, you’ll notice improvements in many areas of your health — like better sleep and easier breathing. Talk with your VA provider. They can work with you on a support plan to help:

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  17. You have questions about the Veterans Crisis Line; we have answers. You are not alone and the Veterans Crisis Line is here to support you.

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  18. On Memorial Day, VA honors sacrifices of Veterans and offers care.

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  19. Memorial Day, a sacred day for America, is a time to solemnly remember the fallen who devoted themselves to the cause of liberty.

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  20. Today’s is Navy Veteran Michael Estocin. Estocin served as an aviator and received a Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War.

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