New Veteran Health Identification Card The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is rolling out a new identification card called the Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC). The VHIC replaces the Veteran Identification Card (VIC) currently used by many of our WWP Alumni which is why we want you to be prepared by being in the know! On February 21, 2014, the VHA began issuing the VHIC to newly enrolled and other veterans who were not issued a VIC as part of a phased rollout. Starting next month, VHA will begin a replacement effort to automatically mail the VHIC to veterans who have the old VIC. Here’s what the VHIC rollout means for you and your fellow WWP Alumni: If you are currently enrolled in VA health care: Please ensure the address VHA has on file is correct so you can receive your VHIC in a timely manner. To update or to confirm your address with VHA, please call (877) 222-VETS (8387) and press 0 to speak with a VHA representative. You can continue to use your current VIC until you receive your new card in the mail. Upon receipt of your new VHIC, the VHA recommends that you safeguard your VIC as you would a credit card, and cut up or shred the card once you receive with the new VHIC. If you do not currently have a VIC then you can request a VHIC at your next VA health care appointment. Its important that while you’re there you check to ensure your record is updated with your current address. Your VHIC will be mailed to you, generally within 5-7 days. If you are not currently enrolled in VA health care: WWP Alumni who are not enrolled in VA health care and want to receive a VHIC, you will need to apply for enrollment. Your enrollment options are as follows: Enroll online (fastest option) at va.gov/healthbenefits/enroll Enroll by phone by calling (877) 222-VETS (8387) then pressing 0 to speak with a VHA representative. Enroll by mail Enroll in person at your local VA health care facility If you or your family members have any additional questions about the VHIC rollout, please contact the VHA at (877) 222-VETS (8387) or visit the VHIC website by clicking here. To learn more about the Alumni Rewards program, login by clicking here. Dear Edward, Want to attend a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event? Below you will find a number of events you can register to attend. Please understand space may be limited and attendees will be selected at random. Those selected will receive confirmation. Attendees will be responsible for their own travel and accommodations unless otherwise communicated in the event description below. Select an event type: ★ Alumni and Guest ★ Alumni and Family Members A rested, relaxed, and happy support system benefits all involved. If you are an Alumnus and have a person you rely on for support and encouragement please urge them to register as a family member. We can provide your loved one (a spouse, sibling, parent, etc.) with informational resources, a listening ear, and the opportunity to take a break and be with others who share similar experiences. They can register today by clicking here. Alumni and Guest MAR Ongoing Dates On Your Own Schedule Equine Activities – Chagrin Falls, OH At first thought, horse therapy might conjure up images of someone reclining on a couch while sharing their problems with Mr. Ed. Get the right impression of horse therapy for yourself and find out why warriors throughout the ages have found such comfort, confidence, and strength by spending time with mans other best friend. Equine Therapy can help build self-confidence, efficiency, communication, trust, impulse control, social skills, and sensitivity to boundaries. Participants will receive breakfast and lunch while enjoying the company of their fellow WWP Alumni. Click here to apply. Alumni and Family Members APR THU 3 9 am - 5 pm Professional Development and Economic Empowerment Seminar – Pittsburgh, PA Spend a day with the Pittsburgh WWP team and additional subject matter experts as we dive into numerous employment topics and provide information that will help you put your best foot forward in your job search. Sessions will include Building Your Professional Brand, Navigating Educational Benefits as Part of Your Career Odyssey, Federal Job Search, and more! We will also hold a valuable session on Setting and Achieving Financial Goals and several Fortune 500 companies will be on site to provide a corporate overview and answer questions. Participants will also get the chance to apply for jobs from entry to experienced levels and network with corporate leaders. Please note that dress code is business professional. Participants will receive meals and complimentary parking, however lodging and transportation will not be covered. Dont miss this important interactive opportunity to gain valuable information and tips to take your job search tot he next level. Click here to apply. Warriors to Work™ Job Postings Looking for a job? Below are opportunities available to Alumni and family members. See something you like? Please contact your Warriors to Work™ specialist by clicking here. Department of Veterans Affairs Telephone Operator Butler, PA US House of Representatives Wounded Warrior Fellowship: Veterans Case Worker Warrensville Heights, OH GENCO Helpdesk Technician Pittsburgh, PA Adecco (Company Confidential) Industrial Electrician (Union position) Philadelphia, PA Volt (Company Confidential) Technician – Diesel Mechanic Saxonburg, PA Alcoa Maintenance Lead/Planner positions; Electrician; Supply Chain Manager; numerous Manufacturing/Production positions Barberton/Cleveland, OH PPG Industries Sales Invoicing Specialist; Six Sigma Black Belt; EHS Specialist/Manager positions; Maintenance/Production Supervisor positions Delaware/Cleveland/Huron, OH Warriors to Work™ Job Fair Opportunities Below you will find career fair and workshop listings open to WWP Alumni and family members. Need assistance to prepare for a career fair? Please click here and contact your Warriors to Work™ specialist. VA Pittsburgh Direct Hire Job Fair Tuesday, March 25, 2015 8 am - 5 pm VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System HJ Heinz Campus Learning Exchange 1010 Delafield Road Pittsburgh, PA 15215 Click here to apply. Have a question? Click below and get linked up with a WWP teammate. Warriors to Work Alumni Family Support Benefits Physical Health and Wellness Combat Stress WWP Resource Center 888.WWP.ALUM (888.997.2586) Hours of operation: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. EST Find mental health resources | Connect with a Peer Mentor | Identify community resources, including financial assistance options 789PITT123 Click to view this email in a browser If you no longer wish to receive these emails, please reply to this message with Unsubscribe in the subject line or simply click on the following link: Unsubscribe Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Rd Suite 300 Jacksonville, Florida 32256 US Read the VerticalResponse marketing policy.
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