JUNE 9, 2026 — It begins with flashing blue lights in the rearview mirror. A lane drift. A rolling stop. A burned-out taillight. For Soldiers stationed near Fort Stewart, the drive home from Savannah’s River Street can end in an instant — and what follows that traffic stop can unravel years of military service, strain families to their breaking point and leave a Soldier … [Read more...]
Summer Spike in Military Retirements: Easing the Transition to Civilian Life
JUNE 5, 2026 - There are typically about 95,000 to 110,000 retirements from the military in a given year, as service members conclude careers that have often spanned more than two decades, crossing the 20-year service threshold required to access military retirement benefits. These retirements tend to steadily occur as the year rolls on; however, they often see a large surge … [Read more...]
inTransition Supports Mental Health Resilience
JUNE 4, 2026 - Change of any kind — such as relocating to another assignment, returning from deployment, transitioning to National Guard or Reserve, or preparing to leave service — may warrant extra mental health support. And while warfighters are often selfless, putting others or the mission above themselves, it’s important for service members to take care of their health, … [Read more...]
Knowing When to Seek Real Help
JUNE 2, 2026 - As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into daily life, more people are turning to chatbots and digital tools to talk through stress, anxiety, and personal struggles. For some, it offers immediate access to support at any hour of the day. For others, it can feel easier than opening up to another person. But mental health professionals say there is … [Read more...]
Managing Stress During PCS Season
JUNE 1, 2026 - For many military families, summer means more than vacations and time away from school. It marks the beginning of PCS season, when Soldiers and their families prepare to leave familiar communities and establish new routines at a new duty station. New orders often bring new opportunities, new friendships and new experiences. They can also bring uncertainty, … [Read more...]