December 1, 2016, by David McCauley - Work is a necessary aspect of life. It can give us purpose after service and helps provide us with the resources we need to live our lives. Unfortunately, there are too many workers that are dissatisfied with their jobs and disengaged in their workplaces. According to a 2015 Gallup poll, only 32% of all employees are considered engaged … [Read more...]
5 Great Education Paths for Young Veterans
November 18, 2016, by Dixie Somers - If you are a veteran who is still in your 20s, congratulations! You have a promising future in terms of career and professional development ahead of yourself. You are in good position to use the benefits owed to you by virtue of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act, also known as the 21st Century GI Bill. As a young veteran, … [Read more...]
Education for Military Families, How to Use the G.I. Bill for Family Members
November 17, 2016, by Anica Oaks – The first veteran's program to offer education benefits that could be transferred to a service member's dependents came with the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill. This bill has been used by well over 900,000 service members, their dependents and their spouses between 2000 and 2012. The G.I. Bill and Education Some lawmakers are proposing that the … [Read more...]
Joining Forces – A Call To Action
JOINING FORCES – A CALL TO ACTION TO AMERICANS TO SUPPORT SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES Since April 2011, Joining Forces has led to the hiring or training of more than 1.4 million veterans and military spouses, ended veteran homelessness in states across the country, and provided 60,000 military-connected students with support and educational … [Read more...]
2016 Veterans Day Discounts & Meal Deals
Veterans Day is just a few days away! We know that not every Veteran wants to be thanked for their service, but who doesn't like a good deal?! Here is a list of just some of the deals and freebies that are offered to you this Veterans Day. 2016 Veterans Day Discounts AARP AARP is offering up to a 30% membership discount for veterans, their families, and anyone interested … [Read more...]