Mass Vets Advisor

The VA's Veterans work-study program can help you earn money while you’re enrolled in a college, a vocational school, or professional training program. To learn more about eligibility & to apply for the work-study program, visit the link above.

Your Verification of Military Experience & Training (VMET) document helps you prepare resumes & job applications quickly when you separate from Service. The VMET document: - gathers all reported demographic, training, & experience records in one place; - describes your Service occupations in civilian terms. To learn more & get your VMET visit the link above. For any technical assistance please call: (800) 477-8227

Verizon is listed as a top three military friendly company. The company's military skills matcher allows you to search for careers that closely match your military experience; suggesting jobs based on your functional interests, location, & branch of service. To learn more, find a local/virtual hiring event, or contact a Verizon recruiter today visit the link above.

VetChange is a free online self-management program for active duty military & Veterans who are concerned about their alcohol intake following military deployment. It can help you better manage your drinking & PTSD symptoms by: - Deciding if it's time to change your drinking; - Setting personal goals - Tracking your progress & stay motivated with feedback - Education - Coping skillsz. To learn more visit the link above. Connect with VetChange by emailing: info@vetchange.org

The VBOC of New England provides information on small business ownership to service members & military spouses by facilitating & instructing the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Boots to Business, “Introduction to Entrepreneurship” course. The VBOC New England provides: - counseling; - training; - technical & financial skill development; - comprehensive business assessments; & - mentoring. Visit the link above to learn more, or email info.vboc@cweonline.org.

The Veteran Entrepreneur Portal (VEP) is designed to save veterans time with direct access to the resources necessary to guide every step of entrepreneurship. VEP makes it easier for small businesses to access federal services, regardless of its source—& quickly connects Veteran entrepreneurs to relevant ‘best-practices’ & information. To learn more about these great resources for veteran business owners please visit the link to the VEP landing page above.

National Center for VIP is a veteran entrepreneurship program that specifically addresses federal procurement. VIP offers a platform with three (3) training programs to assist our veterans. VIP GROW is their core curriculum which assists companies in developing strategies to expand & operate within the federal marketplace. VIP START program is for companies wanting to enter the federal market & become procurement ready. Visit the link above to learn more.

Veterans can receive Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) services to help with job training, education, employment accommodations, resume development, & job seeking skills coaching. Find out more about the VR&E program & apply by visiting the link above.

AARP offers an online Veteran & Military Resource Center that provide numerous resources, information, & helpful articles to those who served & their families. The site provides resources from career assistance, financial resources, medical options, & more. To learn more please visit the link above.

The Veterans Association of Bristol County (VABC) collaborates with community partners to provide meaningful & compassionate support to veterans & their families living in Bristol County. The group acts as advocates, a support network, & resource hub for its clients. To learn more or apply for services please visit the link above. You can also contact VABC at: Email: vabc755@gmail.com Phone: (508) 679-9277