Register for a training to educate servicewomen on women’s health care services available from VA after separation from the military. For the safety of participants and trainers, all Women’s Health Transition Training (WHTT) sessions have shifted to a virtual format on Adobe Connect through July. WHTT will be offered twice per day in June and July. Participants are welcome to sign up for any training that fits their schedule. Continue reading
Resources and Organizations for Women Veterans. Two Events for Women Veterans on June 30th Continue reading
May all the Dads enjoy a Happy Father’s Day! Continue reading
Chicago Women Leaders is a friendly organization focused on the professional advancement of Metro-Chicago’s women business leaders and rising stars. For safety this year our planning committee decided it would be best to transform the usual yearly in-person event into a 12-month experience beginning with a big opening web conference, then monthly web conferences, leading up to a big finale in-person summit a year from now (likely back to the Ritz or Sheraton Grand Chicago) when we can celebrate in safety and get back to sharing ideas in-person. Registration covers the full year including the finale. Continue reading
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs CWV – News Update for June 16, 2020. Continue reading
The first Women Veterans Day was observed June 12, 2018, 70 years after President Harry S. Truman signed the groundbreaking Women’s Armed Services Integration Act that allowed women to serve as regular members of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force. Continue reading
Buy Sparkling ICE and help support the historic All-Women Veterans Honor Flight. Continue reading
Due to continued civic demonstrations throughout the Chicago land area, the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center will operate at a limited capacity and will remain as such until further notice. To ensure the safety of Veterans and staff, this change in service will include all Community Based Outpatient Clinics in Lakeside, Auburn Gresham, Chicago Heights and Crown Point, IN. The emergency department, inpatient services and operating rooms will remain open at the main facility (820 S. Damen Ave). Patients with appointments will be rescheduled. If you have any questions about your appointment, please call 888-569-5282. Continue reading
Google and the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) are launching free, 1:1 virtual resume workshops to help Illinois veterans and their families translate their military experience into meaningful careers. Sign up for a session by completing this form by June 5 Continue reading
Due to increased civic demonstrations throughout the city of Chicago, the Jesse Brown Executive Leadership Team will close the Lakeside and Auburn Gresham CBOCs on Monday, June 1 and Tuesday, June 2. Patients with appointments on those days will be rescheduled. If you have any questions about your appointment, please call 888-569-5282 Continue reading