Newsletter · February 26, 2026

VR Transforming Veteran Care, A Marine’s Healing Journey Through Dance, Military Family Money Strategies, and Interview Advice

This Week on Hiring America

Hello Hiring America Family!
We’ve pulled together a collection of timely and valuable updates for you in this week’s newsletter and hope you find it helpful and enjoyable.
First, discover the inspiring story of Marine veteran Roman Baca, who found unexpected healing through dance after his military service. Learn how his journey from combat to choreography led to the creation of Exit12 Dance Company, where veterans use movement to process trauma, share their experiences, and reconnect with a sense of purpose. This video highlights his transformation and explores how creative expression can foster healing, community, and renewed hope.
Then, while virtual reality and augmented reality are often linked to gaming and entertainment, learn how VA health care professionals are embracing these immersive tools as powerful ways to enhance treatment and outcomes for Veterans.
Next, you landed the interview, congratulations! Now comes the tricky question of how much of your personal style to show right away. Should you reveal your full sleeve tattoos, facial piercings, religious jewelry, or blue hair, or keep them covered to appear more traditionally “acceptable”?
After finding that answer, scroll down for the origin story of Heroes on the Water. When Air Force veteran Jim Dolan guided a small group of wounded service members onto a calm Texas lake in 2007, he wasn’t trying to spark a nationwide effort. He and a few fellow kayak fishing enthusiasts simply wanted to give something meaningful back to the military community they cared about.
Lastly, read how the USAA Educational Foundation is helping military families build stronger financial futures with free, practical resources designed for their unique needs. Explore tools for budgeting, reducing debt, preparing for deployments, and planning for life after military service.
Best,
Bill
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Marine Veteran Roman Baca's Inspiring Journey of Healing Through Dance

Marine veteran Roman Baca found unexpected healing after service through the power of dance. His journey from combat to choreography led to the creation of Exit12 Dance Company, where veterans use movement to share their stories, confront trauma, and reclaim their humanity. This video follows Roman’s transformation—and the profound impact creative expression can have on mental health, community, and hope.

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Improving Care Delivery With Immersive Technology

Many people associate virtual reality (VR) headsets and augmented reality with gaming or other forms of entertainment, but health care professionals at VA see them as an opportunity to use immersive technology to significantly improve Veteran care.

Should You Hide Your Tattoos for a Job Interview?

You got the interview! Congratulations! This is when the question of how much of yourself to reveal in the first interview surfaces. Do you show your full sleeve tattoos, facial piercings, religious jewelry or blue hair? Or, do you hide them to be more “acceptable”?

Where the Water Heals: The Story of Heroes on the Water

When Air Force veteran Jim Dolan first launched a kayak with a few wounded service members on a quiet Texas lake in 2007, he wasn’t starting a movement—at least not intentionally. He and a handful of fellow kayak fishing enthusiasts simply wanted to give back to the military community they loved.

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Discover a Wealth of Financial Advice from the USAA Educational Foundation

Discover how the USAA Educational Foundation is empowering military families with the tools and knowledge they need to take control of their financial future! Sponsored by USAA, this video dives into the free resources available to help you navigate everything from budgeting and reducing debt to planning for deployments and life beyond the military. With bite-sized learning guides, calculators, and videos tailored to your unique challenges, you'll gain the confidence to tackle financial decisions like a pro. Ready to secure your financial future? Watch now and start making smarter money moves today!