JULY 13, 2021 - At some point in your career, you’ve likely felt like there was room for you to grow, but the idea of pursuing further education or professional development was sidelined by family and personal responsibilities. Factor in the unique struggle’s military spouses face daily, like permanent changes of station or managing your household while your partner is away on … [Read more...]
Service Members Can Stream the Tokyo Olympics For Free
JULY 8, 2021 – The Exchange and Comcast NBCUniversal announced today that U.S. service members and honorably discharged Veterans worldwide will be able to stream NBCUniversal’s extensive coverage of the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games from their personal devices and computers through ShopMyExchange.com. This marks the third time the Army & Air Force Exchange Service has … [Read more...]
Transition Assistance Advisors Assist Transitioning Guard Members
JULY 1, 2021 – Starting a new chapter in one’s life, such as a new job or moving to a new area, can be difficult. Transitioning out of the military is no different. In addition to ending their military service, transitioning service members must be able to navigate the myriad of programs and services that are available to them and their families. Transition Assistance … [Read more...]
Walmart Launches Site to Help Veterans and Military Spouses “Find-a-Future”
JUNE 30, 2021 - Today, Walmart launched a site to help veterans and military spouses, whether early career, mid-career, or experienced professionals, “Find-a-Future” and achieve their goals. Walmart associates and non-associates can register for free on the platform, use tools to audit their current skills and experience, and connect to the right partners to help future … [Read more...]
Pilot Program Helps Military Parents With In-Home Child Care
JUNE 29, 2021 - Furthering its commitment to provide additional child care options to meet the needs of service members and military families, the Department of Defense will initiate a new pilot program to grant fee assistance to military families for full-time, in-home child care providers. The department recognizes that child care is a critical support for military … [Read more...]