November 13, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Planning for retirement can bring a variety of concerns about financial security into the forefront of your mind. If you are a veteran, a number of benefits are available that many may not know, or have forgotten about. Here’s a look at a few that may be able to help you make your retirement a little more secure. Financial Need … [Read more...]
Understanding The History and Benefits of JROTC
November 12, 2015, by Paige Maslen - The JROTC, or Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps, is a federal program with origins in the National Defense Act of 1916. The primary purpose of the program was, and is, to develop characteristics and skills in cadets and students, that will help to enrich their future. Indeed, the primary mission of the JROTC program was once described … [Read more...]
Post – Military Career Resources Every Veteran Should Know About
November 5, 2015, by Anum Yoon - For anyone, change is not always welcomed whole-heartedly with open arms, especially when it comes down to making a shift in your career. However, as veterans, it's even more difficult to become acclimated with the rest of the world again. Let's face it, working in the military has its own particular niche complete with your own language and … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Challenges Veterans Face Today
October 14, 2015 - As a veteran, you face a host of unique challenges that civilian members of American society don’t always understand. The lack of institutional support often means veterans find themselves in unfortunate situations with little to no outside help. Read our guide below to learn what challenges veterans reentering civilian life face, and what the government, … [Read more...]
Work After War: Resources for Veterans Returning to Civilian Status
July 31, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Veterans who are transitioning from active military service into civilian life face a unique set of challenges. While many appreciate the opportunities they have to be with family again and to concentrate on old interests and hobbies, some veterans find they have changed while in service. These individuals need to find resources that can help … [Read more...]