Jan. 24, 2011 By Elaine Wilson WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – President Barack Obama today unveiled a governmentwide plan to strengthen military family support, offering a glimpse at a few of the new programs and cooperative efforts being launched in the coming months to improve quality of life and well-being for military families. “Today, I'm proud to announce … [Read more...]
White House Unveils New Approach to Military Family Support
Jan. 24, 2011 By Elaine Wilson WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – White House officials released a report today that unveils a new, government wide approach to military family support and details a sweeping, interagency effort under way to strengthen families and enhance their well-being and quality of life. President Barack Obama announced the results of a … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Reserve Enlisted Pay and Benefits
Reservist in the Coast Guard receive a benefits package that can really help you extend your civilian dollars and work perks. College tuition assistance and dental benefits are just the beginning of the benefits offered to active-duty Guardians. Steady Pay For starters, you will get paid. Coast Guard Reservists receive the same pay that other military members receive with the … [Read more...]
Judge Advocate Continuation Pay
Judge Advocate Continuation Pay (JACP) is an incentive pay available to judge advocates. JACP in intended to alleviate the financial burden of student loan debt carried by many young judge advocates. JACP totals $60,000 and is paid in three phases over an eligible judge advocate's career. An officer who accepts JACP also accepts a service obligation with each payment. … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Money for School
Need a way to pay for college? The Coast Guard can help. Read below and find out if you're eligible for education benefits and tuition assistance. The Coast Guard Tuition Assistance (TA) program is designed to help active-duty personnel pursue voluntary, off-duty educational opportunities. Currently, the program pays 100% (up to $250 per semester hour or equivalent) of the … [Read more...]