The military identification card is issued to the military member as well as his dependents, which are typically his spouse and children. Military identification cards are only issued to children over the age of 10 if they are living with the soldier. If the soldier only has partial custody, it is possible that the child will be issued a military ID at an earlier age. There … [Read more...]
Basic Training Graduation Tips
* Updated January 2016 January 2011 - When your recruit graduates from basic training, it is an occasion that the entire family should be there to see. It is an important day in his life and signifies an accomplishment that should not go unnoticed by others. If at all possible, strive to be there for his first graduation ceremony in the military. Follow these tips to make … [Read more...]
Organizing Military Paperwork
Januaray 2011 When your soldier joins the military, he will amass what will seem like tons of paperwork. For this reason, the weight of the paperwork isn’t even included in your weight allowance when you move. Particularly those who have been in the military for a while, the boxes of paperwork can easily make a military member exceed his allowed weight. Let’s … [Read more...]
Tips for Commissary Shopping
If you are like me, the commissary was a little intimidating on that first trip. I was terrified I would do something wrong and have it announced over the loud speaker that there was a newbie wife on aisle 3. In fact, I waited several years (yes, years!) before I made that first trip to the commissary. But what I found was that it wasn't that much different -- I should have … [Read more...]
Dental Insurance for Military
Active duty military members and dependents are offered a dental insurance program through Tricare Dental Program under United Concordia. Military members are provided their dental care through their branch of service at no cost to them. Eligibility In order to be eligible for the program, the family member must be enrolled in DEERS. Spouse, children, stepchildren and adopted … [Read more...]