The Manhattan VA offers an Introductory Transcendental Meditation Class for veterans on October 24, 3pm. It features a simple, easily learned technique to increase energy and focus, and reduce stress and anxiety. Peer-reviewed studies have found TM reduces PTS symptoms including anxiety, depression and sleep deprivation.

A partnership with David Lynch Foundation.

Email veterans@davidlynchfoundation.org to register.

Fort Hamilton will host their annual Military Retiree Appreciation Day on October 26, 8am-3:15pm. 

The day begins with a registration breakfast at 8am in the Post Theater, followed by a Commander's Briefing and Ceremony at 9am.

Then attend the MWR Wellness Fair at the Sports and Fitness Center 10:30am-2pm, or pick up a new ID card at Bldg 114, also 10:30am-2pm. 

Then enjoy a MWR RAD Barbecue Luncheon at the Community Club 12:30-3pm.

Upstairs at the Community Club, hear from the RADedu Panel and Q&A, 2:15-3:15pm.

Get benefits updates (bring your DD-214), enjoy a patriotic performance from the American Bombshells, hear from over 40 wellness and information exhibitors, and a lot more.

RSVP by contacting the Retirement Services Office: 718-630-4552.

The VA, Fordham University, and the Syracuse University Institute of Veterans and Families are enabling a day of Veteran Cultural Competence Training on November 12, 9-5pm. Training consists of many different interactive events, military simulations, lectures, and a powerful theater production that illustrates the challenges of veterans and the community's responsibility for their re-integration. All of these exercises will prepare you to work more effectively with veterans and their families.

Open to anyone who currently provides services to or employs veterans, like: Business leaders, HR executives, Medical health staff, Mental health professionals, University faculty, and Administrators.

Learn how to deliver quality, culturally competent care and education to Veterans and their families. Understand how to acquire
the best strategies for optimizing the performance and growth of Veterans.

RSVP here.