women veterans


Live Whole Health #268: Play ball!

When was the last time you played with a ball? (Other than a stress ball.) Doing yoga on an exercise ball will probably reduce your stress much more than that worn out stress ball! When was the last time you played with a ball? (Other than a stress ball.) Doing yoga on an exercise ball will probably reduce your stress much more than that worn out stress ball! According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, “There are many benefits of yoga. Studies have suggested possible benefits of yoga for several aspects of wellness, including ...

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Event: U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs Women Veterans Community Support Forum – March 28, 2025

The Center for Women Veterans (CWV) will host the VA Women Veterans Community Support Forum. The forum will be an opportunity to exchange information on VA benefits, services, and initiatives as well as to discuss with community partners how to connect Servicemembers, Veterans, caregivers, survivors and family members to VA and community resources. Notable Invited Speakers (tentative): Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Congresswoman Jennifer Kiggans, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs – The Honorable Douglas A. Collins Topic...

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Stopping breast cancer is more than just wearing pink

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S — 1,200 Veterans in VA care are diagnosed each year. Regular breast self-exams, clinical breast exams, and mammograms are vital. At VA, breast cancer awareness is more than wearing pink ribbons. It’s about empowering individuals, especially Veterans and their caregivers, with the knowledge and resources to take charge of their health, know their risk factors and support those facing the diagnosis from treatment through recovery. Take Army Veteran Michelle Terwilliger, a nurse practitioner ...

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Military and Veteran Women Ceremony and Concert – Don’t forget to register for your free ticket! Family, Friends Welcome!!!!!

Attached is the press release for the Ceremony and Concert to honor our Military and Veteran Women! Please forward to your friends and neighbors.   Below are the links to the registration.  TICKETS: → General Admission: $15 https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/19005F75AF3914BB → Military & Veteran Women, we're gifting you a FREE ticket when you register here NLT March 9th: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeXEmj6aMmQoM.../viewform (more…)

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Friendly Reminder! Don’t forget to Register for this Great Ceremony and Concert – Military and Veteran Women

Here is the January updated flyer for the Ceremony and Concert honoring our Military and Veteran Women -  March 23, 2024. Military and Veteran Women will receive a complimentary ticket; however, only if you register before MARCH 9, 2024. I have also attached the PDF version for your convenience. (more…)

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MILITARY AND VETERAN WOMEN!

IT IS TIME TO REGISTER FOR YOUR COMPLIMENTARY TICKET TO THIS AMAZING CEREMONY AND CONCERT! SEE ATTACHED FLYER:  Dec Womens Concert Save Date flyer   Please copy or click on the below link to register! https://forms.gle/bqE9wNeWqqmcLgM17 (more…)

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NEW TIDBITS ABOUT THE FREE CONCERT FOR MILITARY AND VETERAN WOMEN!

VFL has added additional information about the Military and Veteran Women Concert!. See the flyer!!! Ticket information forthcoming! It will be a fun time for all veterans, family, friends and the general public!!! Everyone is welcome!!!!  

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Breast cancer survivor urges Veterans to remember their strengths

"I never felt alone in my battle with breast cancer" Ruth Muniz is a breast cancer survivor, an Air Force Veteran, and a patient advocate at VA. She shares her cancer survival story to inspire other Veterans, regardless of gender, to stay strong and "most importantly, do not give up. You're going to make it through this." (more…)

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SAVE THE DATE!!!! MARCH 23, 2024 CEREMONY AND CONCERT – FREE TO MILITARY AND VETERAN WOMEN – PHOENIX AZ

Veterans First Ltd. is proud to announce a ceremony and concert to honor Military and Veteran Women on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Madison Center for the Arts, 5601 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ. Following the ceremony, Universal artist Jeff Senour and the Called to Serve band will perform the "Freedom Rock Experience". (https://www.ctsmusic.com/) The event will be held from 3 pm to 6 pm. The event is FREE for Women Veterans. (Women must register online at eventbrite.com prior to the event for a complimentary ticket). More information forthcoming. We would like ...

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Military & Veteran Women Roundtable – 15 Sept in Glendale

Please share with any women veterans you know! I have been working on supporting curriculum development with the City of Tempe & other partners for a workforce program for Military Connected Women.   The previous discussion was tailored to military spouses & now we will be hosting a roundtable discussion specific to women who have served -- since our experiences greatly differ from spouses. Please RSVP using the eventbrite link & I look forward to having a fantastic conversation with you & Dr. Jay next Friday evening at the Glendale Heroes Park ...

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