Leaving the service can be difficult for transitioning military personnel, so take this advice from those who have made the leap to civilian careers.
The transition to civilian life can feel daunting. VA has services and resources to help you on your journey beyond military service.
Veteran Sponsorship Partnership Network helps connect transitioning service members and their families to VA services and community resources.
VA offers many resources, such as VA Solid Start, Post-9/11 Military2VA Case Management Program and My HealtheVet, for Veterans in transition to civilian life.
Blue Star Welcome Week is Sept. 23-Oct. 1. The week was designed by Blue Star Families to help military and Veteran families feel connected and supported with their communities wherever they are.
Veteran spouse unemployment continues to be a significant issue within the military community and remains over five times the national average!
Many people are familiar with the nonprofit organization DAV (Disabled American Veterans). Founded in 1920, DAV continues its service today by providing guidance to Veterans from all generations on their claims and benefit options and by offering no-cost transportation to VA medical facilities. Nearly a decade ago, the DAV expanded its support of service members and Veterans by creating an employment program.
Your years of military service have already made you a great candidate for a VA job, so learn how you can use your Veterans’ preference to aid in your application.
Power of motorsports and road course endurance racing to provide adrenaline therapy and create positive change in the lives of veterans and first responders.
The Solar Ready Vets Network is made up of several solar workforce development programs that provide Veterans with training, development and jobs.
Military OneSource is a website that provides various tools and resources for Veterans, service members, their families, military academy cadets and designated Department of Defense expeditionary civilians.
Transitioning to civilian life can be difficult. Find ways to overcome suicide thoughts with VA and Veteran organizations resources.