Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance (FSSA) program is a voluntary financial benefits program for military families, intended to increase a service member's income in order to remove their household from eligibility for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly the food stamp program). » Current FSSA Rates FSSA was established May 1, … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Pay
The Coast Guard offers active duty and reserve Coast Guard men and women a competitive salary and an impressive package of benefits. Coast Guardsmen receive the same pay that other military members receive with the same pay grade and status. Salaries are based on time of service, marital status, where you live and your rank. You'll also have the chance for raises and … [Read more...]
Living On Post
When you enlist in the military, if you are married, you will have several options of where to live. You can choose to live off post where you will be responsible for the bills or you can choose to live on post where your BAH (housing allowance) is deducted from your paycheck monthly to cover the bills. Let's take a look at some of the pros and cons of living on post. … [Read more...]
TRICARE Providers
TRICARE beneficiaries have many options for selecting health care providers. Knowing their providers' TRICARE category can help beneficiaries make the right choice, and save them money. TRICARE terms used in reference to providers include "authorized," "participating," … [Read more...]
TRICARE Prime Travel and Non-Medical Attendant (NMA)
Military Treatment Facility (MTF) staff, Regional Office personnel, and TRICARE Prime beneficiaries should familiarize themselves with these important TRICARE travel benefits. Section 758 of the FY2001 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) authorized reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses … [Read more...]