Benefits and Hiring Fair. Alabama Economic Development Initiatives.

Honoring All Who Served!

Welcome to the VA Alabama Economic Development Initiatives (EDI). We invite you to learn about the wide range of VA benefits and resources available to the Veteran and military communities.

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Event Partners

Schedule of Events

Day One

Thursday16 Mar 2023

9 a.m.-
9:30 a.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Opening Ceremonies

Opening ceremonies include the national anthem, welcoming and introductory remarks.

9:30 a.m.-
12 p.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Presentations

Presentations are informational sessions that highlight benefits and resources. Learn about formal and on-the-job career training (9:30 a.m.), career planning and guidance options (10 a.m.), PACT Act benefits (10:30 a.m.), mental health and wellness (11 a.m.), and recovering from homelessness (11:30 a.m.).

9:30 a.m.-
3 p.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Benefits Fair

Learn about the benefits to which you are entitled, such as mental and physical health care, education, employment transition assistance, home loan options, assistance in starting a business, independent living services and more.

12 p.m.-
4 p.m.

DOL VETS Career Workshops
Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

DOL VETS Career Workshops

Transition Assistance Program workshops are conducted by the Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) to help you plan and prepare for your job search in pursuit of your employment goals. These sessions will highlight self-marketing techniques, networking and interviewing skills.

9 a.m.-
3 p.m.

Appointments at Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

PACT Act and Claims Clinic

Connect with a claims representative to learn more about claims related to the PACT Act, check claim status or receive insight into next steps in filing a VA claim for service-connected conditions.

Day Two

Friday17 Mar 2023

9 a.m.-
9:30 a.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Opening Ceremonies

Opening ceremonies include the national anthem, welcoming and introductory remarks.

9:30 a.m-
12:30 p.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Spouse and Caregiver Clinic

Veteran and military spouses and caregivers are invited to learn about their VA benefits, Caregiver Support Program, Home Care Assistance options and Suicide Prevention Awareness.

9:30 a.m.-
2 p.m.

Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Hiring Fair

Hiring Fairs offer insight into current employment opportunities for Veterans, transitioning service members and spouses. Receive insight into career support resources, personalized counseling and support to guide your career path and help you achieve your goals.

9 a.m.-
3 p.m.

Appointments at Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

PACT Act and Claims Clinic

Connect with a claims representative to learn more about claims related to the PACT Act, check claim status or receive insight into next steps in filing a VA claim for service-connected conditions.

March 16, 2023

Opening Ceremonies
  • 9 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Opening Ceremonies

Opening ceremonies include the national anthem, welcoming and introductory remarks.

Presentations
  • 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Presentations

Presentations are informational sessions that highlight benefits and resources. Learn about formal and on-the-job career training (9:30 a.m.), career planning and guidance options (10 a.m.), PACT Act benefits (10:30 a.m.), mental health and wellness (11 a.m.), and recovering from homelessness (11:30 a.m.).

Benefits Fair
  • 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Benefits Fair

Learn about the benefits to which you are entitled, such as mental and physical health care, education, employment transition assistance, home loan options, assistance in starting a business, independent living services, and more.

DOL VETS Career Workshops
  • 12 p.m.-4 p.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

DOL VETS Career Workshops

Transition Assistance Program workshops are conducted by the Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) to help you plan and prepare for your job search in pursuit of your employment goals. These sessions will highlight self-marketing techniques, networking, and interviewing skills.

PACT Act and Claims Clinic
  • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Appointments at the Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

PACT Act and Claims Clinic

Connect with a claims representative to learn more about claims related to the PACT Act, check claim status or receive insight into next steps in filing a VA claim for service-connected conditions.

March 17, 2023

Opening Ceremonies
  • 9 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Opening Ceremonies

Opening ceremonies include the national anthem, welcoming and introductory remarks.

Spouse and Caregiver Clinic
  • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Spouse and Caregiver Clinic

Veteran and military spouses and caregivers are invited to learn about their VA benefits, Caregiver Support Program, Home Care Assistance options and Suicide Prevention Awareness.

Hiring Fair
  • 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

Hiring Fair

Hiring Fairs offer insight into current employment opportunities for Veterans, transitioning service members and spouses. Receive insight into career support resources, personalized counseling and support to guide your career path and help you achieve your goals.

PACT Act and Claims Clinic
  • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Appointments at the Multiplex @ Cramton Bowl

PACT Act and Claims Clinic

Connect with a claims representative to learn more about claims related to the PACT Act, check claim status or receive insight into next steps in filing a VA claim for service-connected conditions.

Floor Diagrams

First Floor Main Room Floor Plan
First Floor (Main Room), Floor Plan Diagram
Lower Level Floor Plan
Lower Level, Floor Plan Diagram
Second Floor Upstairs Floor Plan
Second Floor (Upstairs), Floor Plan Diagram

Benefits Fair Tables

ADVA

Alabama AMVets

Alabama DOL

Alabama State University

American Red Cross

Army Reserve Family Programs

Aveanna Hospice

David Payne (VVA)

FEMA

Hands On River Region

HUD

Legal Services Alabama

LifeSouth

Montgomery Area Food Bank

National Cemetery Administration

Navy Federal Credit Union

OTED, Homeless Veterans Special Emphasis Program

PEERS, Inc Veterans Home

Priority Veteran

Sanctuary Cigars

SSA

Still Serving Veterans

Troy for Troops

United Way Priority Veteran

University of Alabama Birmingham

University of Montevallo

US Small Business Association

VAMC - Birmingham

VAMC - Birmingham Homeless Veterans Program

VAMC - CAVHCS Beneficiary Travel - Self Service System

VAMC - CAVHCS Caregiver Support Program

VAMC - CAVHCS Center for Development and Community Event

VAMC - CAVHCS Chaplain Service

VAMC - CAVHCS Community Residential Care

VAMC - CAVHCS Eligibility and Enrollment

VAMC - CAVHCS Health Care for Homeless Veterans

VAMC - CAVHCS Homemaker/Home Health Aide

VAMC - CAVHCS HUD/VASH

VAMC - CAVHCS Military to Veterans Program

AMC - CAVHCS Move! Weight Management Program and Food and Nutrition Service

VAMC - CAVHCS Toxic Exposure Screening

VAMC - CAVHCS Whole Health

VAMC - CAVHCS Women Veterans Health Program

Vet Center

Veterans & Family Assistance Center

VFW

VR&E

Wounded Warrior Project

ADVA

Alabama AMVets

Alabama DOL

Alabama State University

American Red Cross

Army Reserve Family Programs

Aveanna Hospice

David Payne (VVA)

FEMA

Hands On River Region

HUD

Legal Services Alabama

LifeSouth

Montgomery Area Food Bank

National Cemetery Administration

Navy Federal Credit Union

OTED, Homeless Veterans Special Emphasis Program

PEERS, Inc Veterans Home

Priority Veteran

Sanctuary Cigars

SSA

Still Serving Veterans

Troy for Troops

United Way Priority Veteran

University of Alabama Birmingham

University of Montevallo

US Small Business Association

VAMC - Birmingham

VAMC - Birmingham Homeless Veterans Program

VAMC - CAVHCS Beneficiary Travel - Self Service System

VAMC - CAVHCS Caregiver Support Program

VAMC - CAVHCS Center for Development and Community Event

VAMC - CAVHCS Chaplain Service

VAMC - CAVHCS Community Residential Care

VAMC - CAVHCS Eligibility and Enrollment

VAMC - CAVHCS Health Care for Homeless Veterans

VAMC - CAVHCS Homemaker/Home Health Aide

VAMC - CAVHCS HUD/VASH

VAMC - CAVHCS Military to Veterans Program

AMC - CAVHCS Move! Weight Management Program and Food and Nutrition Service

VAMC - CAVHCS Toxic Exposure Screening

VAMC - CAVHCS Whole Health

VAMC - CAVHCS Women Veterans Health Program

Vet Center

Veterans & Family Assistance Center

VFW

VR&E

Wounded Warrior Project

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