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This newsletter will is a medium for connecting veterans and veteran supporters to theveteran support organizations of the state. This newsletter lists upcoming events, inaddition to information on benefits, education, and employment opportunities forveterans. If your organization supports veterans, please send information on your VeteranService Organization [email protected]. If you do not wish to be on this list please

send a STOP email [email protected]. This is the first time this amount ofinformation is being compiled like so please be patient, as the quality of presentation willimprove. Also, the manner that this information is disseminated will get better over time.Thank you for your support! Enjoy the rest of your day!

RETROACTIVE STOP LOSS SPECIAL PAY DEALINE EXTENSION

The Stop Loss Pay deadline was extended to December 3, 2010. Please share this

information with all of our veterans that it could possibly apply to. Retroactive Stop

Loss Pay (RSLSP)

Those eligible must submit their claim by Dec. 3, 2010.

The DoD Web site (http://www.defense.gov/stoploss) links to service-specific sites,where you can get more information, or begin the RSLSP claim process.The 2009 War Supplemental Appropriations Act established Retroactive Stop LossSpecial Pay (RSLSP), providing $500 for each month/partial month served in stoploss status. Service members, veterans, and beneficiaries of service members whoseservice was involuntarily extended under Stop Loss between Sept. 11, 2001 and Sept. 30,2009 are eligible for RSLSP.To receive this benefit, those who served under stop loss must submit a claim for the

special pay (by Dec 3, 2010). Throughout the year, the services have been reaching outto service members, veterans and their families through direct mail, veteran serviceorganizations, and the media. But there is still money left to be claimed, and the deadlineis approaching.The average benefit is $3,700.Note on EligibilityEffective Dec. 19, 2009, per the Defense Appropriations Act, stop-lossed servicemembers who voluntarily reenlisted or extended their service, and received a bonus forsuch reenlistment or extension of service, became no longer eligible to receive retroactivestop loss special pay.The following service-specific sites provide more information and allow you to begin the

RSLSP claim process.

Army:877-736-5554Website: https://www.stoplosspay.army.milE-mail [email protected]


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Chicago Police Department Implement New Recruitment Initiatives for Veterans

On October 28, 2010 The Chicago Department announced that the City will be

administering the Pre-employment Written Exam for the position of Chicago PoliceOfficer on December 11, 2010, at McCormick Place in Chicago. Applications will beaccepted online from October 28th through November 26, 2010 atwww.chicagopolice.org.The most significant change is the increased age requirement for non-military applicantsas well as a 20 percent preference consideration given to military applicants.In order to encourage a more established and mature police force, the Department israising the minimum application age from 21 years of age to 25 years of age for non-military personnel. Military personnel with appropriate service can apply at 21 years ofage. However, you must be less than 40 years old at the time of hire.A Veterans preference has also been created, which requires that a minimum of 20

percent of applicants referred for each class will be military veterans, provided that asufficient number of veterans apply for the position.The Department will continue to collaborate with community and business partners toincrease its overall applicant pool. In 2010, Chicago Police Department membersattended over 126 community recruitment events at locations including Colleges andUniversities, Veterans Groups/Military/Government, and Aldermanic Community Fairs.The City continues to work increase and enhance its outreach efforts for Veterans whoare interested in future employment with the City of Chicago.Currently the Department of Human Resources provides job counseling and technicalsupport in developing on-line profiles and resumes for Veterans seeking employmentwith any City department. The City will continue to work with all departments to better

service Chicago Veterans.In addition, the Chicago Police Department will set up three make-up exams forreturning Veterans who are unable to take the regularly scheduled pre-employmentexam that is needed for the eligibility process. Additional make-up exams for militarypersonnel may be scheduled, if necessary.Eligibility Requirements include:Age To apply, you must be at least 25 years old by the date of application unless youare a current or former member of the Armed Forced of the United States with aminimum of 3 consecutive years of active duty, in which case you must be at least 21years old. You must be less than 40 years old at the time of hire.Drivers License You must have a valid drivers license to apply and will need a validIllinois drivers license at the time of hire.Education/ Military Service In order apply, you must have:

60 semester or 90 quarter hours from an accredited college or university; or Served 3 full consecutive years on active duty in the Armed Forced of the United

States; or 30 semester or 45 quarter hours from an accredited college or university and

served 1 consecutive year on active duty in the Armed Forces of the UnitedStates.


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Residency Requirement You are not required to be a resident of the City of Chicago atthe time of application. However, you will be required to be a resident of the City ofChicago if hired.Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) You will need a FOID card issued bythe State of Illinois at the time of hire.

Hiring Process You will be required to take an examination administered on December11, 2010 at McCormick Place. After the examination, you will be required to undergo abackground investigation, medical examination, psychological assessment, drug screens,fitness tests and other pre-employment procedures as determined by the Chicago PoliceDepartment before being eligible for hire.If a candidate passes all of the aforementioned examinations, they are eligible to advanceto the next phase in the Police Academy. At this point candidates are required to takeover 20 exams including: 16 written exams, seven proficiency tests and all candidatesmust pass a State test in order to become a Chicago Police Officer.At the conclusion of this process, the Department plans to hire two additional classes in2011, adding between 150 to 200 new police officers to the force. That is in addition to

the nearly 800 officers added to street duty over the past two years. For moreinformation please visit: www.chicagopolice.org and click on Answer the Call to linkto the on-line application. If you have additional questions, please call 311 or thecustomer service line at 312-744-4976 Monday through Saturday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

FREE FLU SHOTS FOR VETERANS

For Armed Forces veterans who wish to receive a flu vaccine to protect against bothseasonal flu and the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu), there is no reason to pay for the flu shot orwait in long lines to receive it. An ample supply of the combined vaccine is available to

veterans at no charge from Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, located at 820 S. DamenAvenue in Chicago. All veterans are eligible, even if they have not previously used VAservices.

The Department of Veterans Affairs strongly endorses the use of the flu vaccine asprotection against both seasonal flu and H1N1. It has been proven effective in reducingthe spread of flu viruses and also helps to protect the families of anyone who receives thevaccine.

Flu shots are offered at the medical center Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4p.m. in Room 1458, located on the first floor of the Damen Pavilion. No appointment isneeded and veterans will receive their choice of either free self-parking or free valetparking at the medical centers garage entrance on Ogden Avenue.

Veterans are asked to bring their VA identification card, DD Form 214 or other proof ofmilitary service to receive their flu shot if they are not already enrolled for care at themedical center. It is not necessary to have previously enrolled in the VA system toreceive a flu shot. For More Information Contact: Ray Leber, Public Affairs Officer (312)569-6402


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NATIONAL ABLE NETWORK OFFERS NEW WORK PROGRAM FOR VETS

The National able Network offers a new program to Illinois Veterans, which will utilizeskills and knowledge so that you can become a valuable part of your business

community. There is a two week workshop to help veterans: Attain an effective resume Begin using the power of networking Learn successful interview techniques Emphasize targeted job search skills

Following the two week workshop, ABLE will connect the veteran with the areabusinesses to discuss employment opportunities for employment. This opportunity isoffered to veterans at NO COST. For more info, please contact Melinda Crosby (312)994- 8331 OR Ryan Kersh (312) 994- 8308 or visit www.nationable.org

(PLEASE SEE LIST OF UPCOMING VETERANS EVENTS BELOW)


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UPCOMING VETERANS EVENTS (November 2010)

Monday November 1, 2010The Vet Art Project Chicago hosts The Welcome Home Meeting from 7pm 9pm at the

Garrett Wellness Center, 3020 N. Kimball Ave. Chicago, IL 60618. This support groupaddresses the veteran experiences, personal struggles, and shares coping methods forveterans home from active duty. For RSVP or more information contact [email protected] or Nicky [email protected] or call 773-370-4789

Warrior Arts Studio hosts National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) for Veterans,artists, and community members EVERY MONDAY from 7:00pm to 9:00 pm at MessHall, 6932 N. Glenwood Ave Chicago, IL 60626. Each week the group will break downan element of the novel writing process to assist writers in making their dreams of writinga reality. For more info contact Jesse [email protected]

Tuesday November, 2 2010November 2010 General Elections. Go out and Vote for the candidate you believe bestsupports your ideas!!!

Thursday November 4, 2010Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) State- Wide Job Fair Paris AmericanLegion, Post 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM 1031 North Main Street, Paris IL 61944 Sponsored bythe Illinois Department of Employment Security. Employers from South Central Illinoisand West Central Indiana are scheduled to participate. For more information contact BillReed, IDES, 217-235-2222 x8361 or [email protected]

IDES State Wide Job Fair. McHenry VFW Hall, 9AM to 1:00PM. 3002 Rte 210McHenry, IL 60050. For more information contact Jack Borders 312-793-2620.

Monday, November 8thPlease take a look at this movie trailer for the documentary named "Restrepo". It is beingshown in Downers Grove on as a limited release. If you're interested in attending this asan individual or as a group, please visit:http://restrepothemovie.com/For more info contact The DeVry Military Resource Clubwww.studentveterans.org/devry

Chicago Public Library Celebrating Diversity recognizes James Darby and AmericanVeterans for Equal Rights (AVER) at the Harold Washington Library Center VideoTheater. 6:00pm 400 S. State St. Chicago, IL 60605. This FREE program recognizespeople and organizations that make a difference in achieving community diversity. Formore info, contact James Darby (773) 752 0058 or visit www.chicagopubliclibrary.org


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Tuesday, November 9, 2010Mayor Richard M. Daley Veterans Day Reception at The Harold Washington LibraryWinter Garden 5:30pm 7:30pm. 400 S. State St. 9

thFloor, Chicago, IL 60605. The

event is hosted by The Chicago Commission on Human Relations Advisory Council onVeteran Affairs. This event serves to honor veterans before Veterans Day. Attendance to

this event is by invitation only. Ceremony reservations will be held at the door. ToRSVP, please call 312-742-0112 by November 5, 2010.

Chicago Veterans Stand Down and Job fair for Veterans Day General Jones Armory7am-4pm .5200 S Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60615. 20 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!For more information contact Eric Meyers [email protected] Illinois Departmentof Employment Security

IDES State- Wide Job Fair Bloomington National Guard Armory, Post 9:00 AM to 1:00PM 1616 S. Main Street, Bloomington, IL 61701. For more information contact Allison

Williams 217-558-1262

IDES State- Wide Job Fair Bloomington National Guard Armory, Post 9:00 AM to 1:00PM 1616 S. Main Street, Bloomington, IL 6170. For more information contact Bill Reed,IDES, 217-235-2222 x8361 or [email protected]

IDES State- Wide Job Fair Effingham VFW, 2304 Veterans Drive, Effingham IL 62401.For more information contact Bill Reed, IDES, 217-235-2222 x8361 [email protected]

Wednesday, November 10, 2010IDES State- Wide Job Fair Rolland W. Lewis Community Building, 9:00 AM to 1:00pm800 S 27th St, Mount Vernon IL 62864. For more information contact Bill Reed, IDES,217-235-2222 x8361 or [email protected]

IDES State- Wide Job Fair Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC), 9:00 AM to 1:00pm2500 Carlyle Ave., Belleville IL 62225. For more information contact John Otey 618-242-6121 x 130

Thursday, November 11, 2010Mayor Richard M. Daley Veterans Day Ceremony, 11:00 AM Soldier Field 1410 S.Museum Campus Drive Doughboy Statue, Gate O. Chicago, IL 60605. Mayor Daleyinvites you to attend a ceremony honoring those who have served in times of peace aswell as in war. For more info, contact the Mayors Office of Special Events (312) 744-3316


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Thursday, November 11, 2010 cont.The Mission Continues Chicago is partnering with Target to host a FREE VeteransOutreach event with Chicago Public Schools. Beidler Elementary 3151 W. Walnut(Madison and Kedzie), 8:30am 1:00pm 75 Veteran VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! Formore info contact Dan Casera Mission Continues 708-285-3223.

IDES State - Wide Job Fair. Daley College (Main Auditorium). From 9:00 AM to1:00pm. 7500 S. Pulaski Ave. Chicago, IL 60652. For more information contact LuisGonzales 312-814-3463

Moraine Valley Community College Veterans Day Celebration. (10am to 2pm) MoraineValley Community College 9000 W. College Parkway Palos Hills, IL 60465. Join theMVCC student veterans group as they host The Warriors Fair: an interactive educationalexperience to help the community better understand our veterans. For more informationplease contact Mike Sullivan (708) 608-4068 or email:

[email protected]

Friday, November 12, 2010IDES State- Wide Job Fair From 9:00 AM to 1:00pm VFW Post #1303, 3715 9thStreet, Rock Island, IL 61201. For more information contact Sue Colloton 309-671-3157

IDES State- Wide Job Fair From 9:00 AM to 1:00pm Lawrenceville VFW, 511 12thStreet, Lawrenceville IL 62439

Saturday, November 13, 2010

IDES State - Wide Job Fair From 9:00 AM to 1:00pm River Oaks Community Church.16931 S. Park Ave, South Holland IL 60473. For more information contact GregoryShephard 708-596-8051

Wednesday, November 17, 2010The West Point Society of Chicago and Illinois Veterans Task Force Hosts an EmployerRecruitment Seminar (Job Fair) with Special Guest Becky Stokes @ The Union Leagueof Chicago, 6PM-9 PM ($25) 65 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago 60604. 70 SEATSAVAILABLE FOR GRADS AND VETERANS LOOKING FOR EMPLOYMENTAND B2B NETWORKING!!! IN ADDITIONBecky will provide a separateperformance (BREAKFAST WITH BECKY) for folks who cannot make the eveningevent on Nov 18 at 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at the Club. Go to this link and sign up.Registration:https://www.kintera.org/AutoGen/Register/ECReg.asp?ievent=445328&en=lmKSIbN5JjJWKgPQIcITJeO7IwJ7LeMRLfJ2KiP0JqJ1LkOeG REGISTRATION ENDSNOVEMBER 14, 2010. For more info contact Steve 630-749-8414 or Jack 312-445-5021


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Thursday, November 18, 2010The Chicago Chapter of American Veterans for Equal Rights will host the 18

thAnnual

Veterans Day Dinner and Silent Auction with special guests Capt. Ann Bidwell, USNand RD2 Lee Reinhart @ The Ann Sather Restaurant. 6:30pm to 9:30pm. 909 W.

Belmont. Chicago, IL 60657 $35 donation includes dinner and drinks. For more info,contact Jim Darby (773) 752- 0058

Friday, November 19, 2010 Roosevelt Universitys Veterans Upward Bound (VUB)program Veterans Resource Fair 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 430 South Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL60605. All veterans are invited to attend this free fair for Information and resourcesconcerning job training, health, education, and housing. For more info contact DinuSkariah 312-341-2041or visit http://www.vetfair.blogspot.com/

Please forward this information to anyone who may be able to utilize it. Thank you andenjoy the rest of you day!

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