February 20, 2017, by Anna Brecken - Entering military service is being selfless and accepting all the risk along with the honor you can bring to your country. However, risks and reputation are not the only things that you may experience. You may face emotional problems when leaving your loved ones behind. Surviving deployment and the emotional pain that goes with it can be … [Read more...]
Is Veteran’s Court in Danger?
February 17, 2017, by Brooke Faulkner - Veteran’s Treatment Court is a special court model that pairs legally-entangled veterans of the US armed services with judges who understand the complexities of life after military service. According to the Center for Military Health Policy Research, one in five veterans has symptoms of a mental health disorder or cognitive impairment. … [Read more...]
5 Personal Finance Tips Any New Enlistee Should Know
February 17, 2017, by Casey Meehan - Joining the service is not an easy decision for most people. For some, it is a way to help their families back at home financially. As such, young soldiers can end up stressed because they feel they are not doing enough to help. There have been numerous reports over the past decade concerning the harsh life some veterans and their … [Read more...]
Why Not? Advocating the Full Benefits of Veteran’s Home Ownership
February 16, 2017, By Michael Macari - Much has been written about America’s love affair with its veterans. We salute them in airports, enthusiastically sing the National Anthem with them at sporting events, pick up their lunch checks, and “thank them for their service” when in their presence (which, incidentally, most vets would say they disfavor). They are a different breed … [Read more...]
How to Find the Right Career After Active Duty
February 15, 2017, by Eileen O'Shanassy - After you return home from serving your country, it may be hard to get back into the groove of an everyday civilian. Many servicemen and women do not have the skills or preparation to uncover a good job, which is why many will be unemployed or underemployed immediately following their time in the military. Here are some tips to help … [Read more...]