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SUMMARY:Coaching into Connection
DESCRIPTION:Coaching into Connection Services Available for AZ Service Members\, Veterans & Their Families \nIf you’re a service member\, veteran\, or military family member in Arizona\, the Be Connected Coaching into Connection program is here to help you enhance your social connections. Our experienced Connection Coaches\, who are veterans living right here in Arizona\, can help. They offer personalized support to get you connected with your community and find meaningful activities. Services are offered at no cost and are available statewide. Remember\, we’re here to support you. \n\nDownload the Flyer\nGet Started: Fill Out This Form\nWatch the Video\n\nLearn more at www.ConnectVeterans.org/Connection \nHave Questions? Call 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) or email riskreduction@arizonacoalition.org
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/coaching-into-connection-15/
LOCATION:AZ
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SUMMARY:K-9 Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:K-9 Veterans Day is observed annually on March 13 to honor the service and sacrifices of military working dogs and their handlers. The day commemorates the first official use of dogs in the U.S. military during World War II. Today\, dogs continue to play an essential role in the military\, serving in a variety of functions including detection\, patrol\, and search and rescue. K-9 Veterans Day is an opportunity to acknowledge and show appreciation for the dedication\, loyalty\, and bravery of these furry heroes who have helped to protect and defend our country. It is also a day to honor the special bond between military working dogs and their handlers\, who often develop a deep and unbreakable connection as they work together in dangerous and high-pressure situations. \nLearn More \n\n341st Training Squadron: Military Working Dogs\nA Brief History of Dogs in Warfare\nU.S. Department of Defense: Four-Legged Fighters
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/k-9-veterans-day-3/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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SUMMARY:Maricopa County Veteran StandDown
DESCRIPTION:DATE: Thursday\, March 13 & Friday\, March 14 \nTIME: 7 AM – 3 PM on March 13 & 7 AM – 2:30 PM on March 14 \nPLACE: Arizona State Fairgrounds\, 1826 W. McDowell Road\, Phoenix\, AZ 85007 \n \nVeteran StandDown events are a great way for veterans to access a variety of resources all in one place. Veterans are encouraged to attend and connect with other veterans\, community leaders\, and helpful resources. Veteran StandDown events offer resources related to: \n\nEmployment\nHealthcare and mental wellness\nHousing\nLegal support\nPet services\nVeteran benefits & much more\n\nLEGAL SERVICES\nVeterans in Maricopa County can access legal support in advance of the Maricopa County Veteran StandDown. Call 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387) Mon – Fri 8 AM – 5 PM between Feb 3 and Mar 7 to get started with a screening call. If you qualify for no-cost legal services\, a designated legal team member will contact you within 3-5 business days after the screening call.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/maricopa-county-veteran-standdown/
LOCATION:Arizona State Fairgrounds\, 1826 W McDowell Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007
CATEGORIES:StandDown
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid Training
DESCRIPTION:When: March 13\, 2025 \nTime: 8 AM – 5 PM MT \nWhere: Vitalyst\, 2020 N. Central Avenue\, Plaza Level\, Phoenix\, AZ 85004 \n \nRegister Here\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/mental-health-first-aid-training-tickets-1087133628949?aff=oddtdtcreator \nGain the skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges. This evidence-based training teaches you how to provide initial support until professional help is available. Just like CPR for medical emergencies\, MHFA equips you to assist in a mental health crisis or non-crisis situation. \nBy completing this course\, you will: \n\nLearn the common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges.\nUnderstand how to interact with someone in distress.\nGain strategies to provide initial support and connect individuals to professional help.\nExplore expanded content on trauma\, substance use\, and self-care.\nPractice using the Mental Health First Aid Action Plan (ALGEE).\n\nThere is no cost to participants for this training and everyone is welcome. Directions and parking information will be emailed to registered participants. \nVisit www.ConnectVeterans.org/MHFA to see additional dates and locations for this training course. \nQuestions? Email info@arizonacoalition.org or call 866-4AZ-VETS.
URL:https://connectveterans.org/event/mental-health-first-aid-training/
LOCATION:2020 N. Central Avenue\, 2020 N. Central Avenue\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004
CATEGORIES:Mental Health
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