Now Hiring: Join the IDVA Team! @IDVA is hosting a series of virtual job fairs—and you're invited! Learn how to create a profile, hear from current employees, and more! Don’t miss it! #IDVAJobs #VeteransEmployment #VirtualJobFair #ServeThoseWhoServed #VeteranCareers

This summer, enjoy wellness & recreation programs with @chicagoparks —exclusively for veterans! From fishing & kayaking to yoga, golf, pickleball, & more, there’s something for everyone. Questions? Reach out to: [email protected] #VeteranWellness #ChicagoVeterans

Benefit Brief #63: Honorably discharged Service members with military emergency medical training could qualify to take an EMTT exam and receive an EMT license after service. Looking for more info? Call #IJF at 833-INFO IJF(463-6453). #benefitsbrief #833INFOIJF

Coffee Chats for Veterans & Military Affiliates 🇺🇸 Join the Southside Strong Coalition for Suicide Prevention for bi-monthly Coffee Chats—a welcoming space to connect, share, and support one another. VFW Post 311 – Richton Park, IL | Every 2nd & 4th Friday | 9–11 AM

Join @AllenForce for their weekly Nature Walks! Take a break, connect with veterans, & enjoy the great outdoors. These guided walks are a way to unwind & build community. Next one: Thurs, June 26 Mathers Woods, Plainfield, IL 5-6:30 PM Register now: eventbrite.com/e/nature-walk-…

Join the Conversation at VET JAM! 🇺🇸 Hosted by the GROVE Center, this is a space for Veterans and Caregivers to connect, share best practices, and discuss the real issues that impact our communities. Next VET JAM: June 26 | 12 PM CST Register: ucdenver.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Women Veteran Vision Board Workshop Join us to create a vision board to help bring your goals and aspirations to life—no artistic skills needed, just your imagination and dreams. Jesse Brown VA Medical Center June 28 | 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM #WomenVeterans #VeteranWellness

Join us July 12 at Cantigny Park for Rockin’ For Our Vets, featuring @GarySiniseFoundation Lt. Dan Band live on stage. Thanks to aifjs, this concert will benefit 20 veteran-serving nonprofits, including IJF. Grab your tickets today: wsfdv.org

Attention Veterans, Service Members, & Families! 🎖️🇺🇸 We're hosting our 2025 Military & Veterans Night Out in Central Illinois Wednesday, July 23, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Peoria Riverfront Museum Register now>> eventbrite.com/e/military-vet… #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies #CentralIL

Today, on National #PTSDAwareness Day, IJF honors the strength of veterans facing the invisible wounds of war. PTSD affects many in our community, but healing is possible—& help is here. If you or someone you know is struggling, you're not alone. Call 833-INFO-IJF(463-6453).

In Part 2 of our video series with Executive Director Megan Everett, we take a closer look at what IJF does & why it matters. Learn how we support veterans, caregivers & families through personal follow-up, strong relationships & a trusted statewide network of service providers.

Happy #IndependenceDay from Illinois Joining Forces! 🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and honor the generations of service members, veterans, and military families who have stood to protect the freedoms we hold dear. #Veterans #MilitaryFamilies #4thofJuly

🚨 TWO big events are coming to Central IL on Wednesday, July 23! 🇺🇸 🔗 Central Illinois Regional Summit | 1:00 – 4:00 PM 🎟️ Service Providers Register now: eventbrite.com/e/2025-illinoi… 🎉 Military & Veterans Night Out | 5:00 – 8:00 PM 🎟️ RSVP here>> eventbrite.com/e/military-vet…

National Hire a Veteran Day is on July 25, so we're giving tips to help Veterans boost their resumes. Tip #1: Translate Your Military Experience Your military skills are valuable — make sure employers understand them. Need more support? IJF is here 👉 illinoisjoiningforces.org

🎉 Veterans, Service Members, & Families — you’re invited! Join us at the Peoria Riverfront Museum on July 23 from 5–8 PM. Enjoy free admission, a resource fair, food, activities & more. 🎟️ RSVP now: eventbrite.com/e/military-vet… #VeteransNightOut #MilitaryFamilies #IJF #PeoriaEvents

🎙️ National Hire a Veteran Day Tip #2: Ace the Interview Veterans — tell your story with confidence! Need prep help? We’ve got your six ➡️ illinoisjoiningforces.org #VeteranCareers #HireAVet #InterviewTips #NationalHireAVeteranDay #IllinoisJoiningForces

🚨 Central IL – Don’t Miss This! 🇺🇸 TWO big events are happening July 23 @ Peoria Riverfront Museum & registration closes TOMORROW! 🔗 Regional Summit | 1–4 PM 🎟️ Register: eventbrite.com/e/2025-illinoi… 🎉 Military & Veterans Night Out | 5–8 PM 🎟️ RSVP here: eventbrite.com/e/military-vet…

🎉 Military & Veterans Night Out — This Wednesday in Peoria! 🇺🇸 IJF invites all Service Members, Veterans, and their Families to a fun, FREE evening at the Peoria Riverfront Museum from 5–8 PM! 🎟️ FREE – Register now: eventbrite.com/e/1399487046429 #VeteransNightOut #PeoriaEvents

🇺🇸 National Hire a Veteran Day Tip #3: Tap Into Your Network Many jobs are filled through connections — and Veterans have powerful networks! We connect Veterans with opportunities across Illinois. Start building your next mission today: 👉 illinoisjoiningforces.org

🇺🇸 National Hire a Veteran Day – July 25 🇺🇸 Veterans bring leadership, discipline, and real-world experience to every job they take on. Today, we encourage employers across Illinois to tap into this incredible talent pool. #HireAVeteran #VeteranTalent #IllinoisJoiningForces