FW: NDVS and National Guard Joint Workshop - Registration is Open

Subject: FW: NDVS and National Guard Joint Workshop - Registration is Open

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Dear Veteran Advocate,

Please see the important upcoming combined Volunteer and Advocacy Workshop information and Registration link below. Please pass on to your membership or other  interested persons who may want to learn more about the topics listed in the Registration. There is no cost to register and attend. Travel costs are not included and are the responsibility of the attendee.

  Scott Fincher,

  VAST Program Manager

  Nevada Department of Veterans Services

  5460 Reno Corporate Drive Room 134

                Reno, NV 89511

                (702)493-9117 c

                (775)688-1653 w

                finchers@veterans.nv.gov

                "Serving America's Hero's"

National Guard, JCF and NDVS Joint Workshop - Registration is Open until September 5, 2014

Nevada Department of Veterans Services  Nevada National Guard, Joining Community Forces and NDVS Joint Workshop  "Preparing Today for Nevada's Tomorrow" Join us for a Military and Veterans Advocate Volunteer Workshop!  Hosted by the State of Nevada, the workshop is open to all veteran and military supporters, National Guard volunteers and leadership. Attendees will improve their understanding of programs and techniques that can help military, veterans, and family members prepare for the challenges of today and for the challenges of tomorrow.   Any attendee may also choose to take courses leading to certification as a Nevada Veterans Advocate. These courses will teach participants about State and Federal benefits and how to refer veterans and dependents to the proper agency for service. Courses will also be available for Veteran Service Officers looking to expand their training and for CEU's. Some VSO's may qualify to complete courses leading to Nevada Veterans Service Officer accreditation.   When:              19-21 September 2014:  Nevada National Guard attendees     19-22 September 2014:  Nevada Veterans Advocate and Veteran Service Officer participants. Where:            Green Valley Ranch Casino, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson, NV Topics include: Resiliency Training Working with Volunteers Nevada Employment Programs Effective Family Readiness Groups The VA Claims and Ratings Process Nevada Benefits for Military and Veterans Veterans Service Officer (VSO) Certification Classes Nevada Veterans Advocate (NVA) Certification Classes ...and more!   Note - The Nevada Veterans Advocate (NVA) and Veteran Service Officer (VSO) courses offered at this Workshop are intended for participants in the southern half of the state. The Workshop will alternate between Las Vegas and Reno. Next year it will come to Reno, NV and participants from the northern half of the state will be encouraged to attend. Please R.S.V.P before September 5, 2014  Enrollment is limited- RSVP early to ensure you don't miss this opportunity. Register for courses: Place cursor on the link below, right click and open hyperlink to register. A complete listing of courses and panels are available on the registration site. Register Here ·         A block of rooms have been reserved until August 27, 2014. If reserving a room at the Green Valley Ranch ask for Group "Volunteer Workshop (Green Zone)" and Group code "GCIVOLU". After August 27th room rates will be at the normal rate.