Four Famous U.S. Military Spouses
Posted in Uncategorized on August 23, 2017
Tags: history, military spouses
In a nation with such a massive military force, it’s no surprise that millions of U.S. citizens classify themselves as spouses of active duty servicemembers or veterans. In fact, some statistics suggest that the U.S. Department of Defense is the largest enterprise in the world, based on the number of its military and civilian employees. Read More »
How to Stay Safe When Your Soldier is Deployed
Posted in Uncategorized on June 5, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, women
Being deployed is hard on everyone involved. When emotions are high, it can sometimes be difficult to think about other things, for example, your safety. As much as you don’t want to think about it, your safety could be at greater risk when your significant other is away. Aside from installing a home alarm system, Read More »
Creative Careers for Military Spouses
Posted in Uncategorized on May 31, 2017
Tags: crafts, military, military spouses
You move three times more than the average civilian, often to cities not of your own choosing. Your spouse is typically busy at training or even deployed, sometimes for months at a time, leaving you with all responsibilities of house and home. And while you knew what you were signing up for when you married Read More »
Fisher Homes: Helping Military Families Stay With Their Injured Veteran
Posted in Uncategorized on April 25, 2017
Tags: charity, military, military spouses, veterans, veterans benefits
In the mid-1970s, a sailor’s wife was walking across the clinic grounds of the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. As Pauline Trost paused, she saw a Navy helicopter land on the medical center’s helipad, and a sailor, his wife, and two small children disembark with their luggage. Knowing that they must have traveled a Read More »
Vietnam Service and Birth Defects: Financial Help for Parents
Posted in Uncategorized on April 20, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, VA programs, veterans benefits, women
In 1996, the U.S. Institute of Medicine concluded that there is limited evidence of an association between exposure to herbicides used in Vietnam (including “Agent Orange”) and specific birth defects in birth children of Vietnam veterans. Additionally, in 2000, an additional study expanded the impact by significantly associating a female veteran’s service in the Republic Read More »
How Military Spouses Can Boost Their Careers with MyCAA Scholarships
Posted in Uncategorized on April 10, 2017
Tags: college, employment, military, military spouses
Military spouses looking to advance their education or careers may be eligible for up to $4,000 in tuition assistance as part of the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA). These funds are a part of the DOD’s Spouse Education and Career Opportunities and assist military spouses in pursuing licenses, certificates, certifications or associate degrees necessary to Read More »
Access Your Benefits for Caregivers of Veterans
Posted in Uncategorized on March 30, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, tips for caregivers, tips for seniors, VA programs, veterans, veterans benefits
Just like military service is a commitment for the whole family, a service-related injury can completely change an entire family dynamic and lifestyle, especially if this injury results in the veteran needing regular assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). Oftentimes, it is a family member who steps up to fill the role of caregiver, Read More »
Autism Resources for Military Families
Posted in Uncategorized on January 24, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, tips for caregivers
One out of every 88 military children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – also known simply as autism – a group of complex brain development disorders characterized by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors. The most obvious signs and symptoms of autism typically emerge around age 2 or Read More »
5 Helpful Financial Tools for Military Members
Posted in Uncategorized on January 23, 2017
Tags: military, military spouses, tips for seniors, veterans, veterans benefits
Military members and their families experience a unique set of circumstances, including an often-limited budget, unforeseen expenses from moves, or emergencies while a member of the family is deployed. The good news is there are multiple resources to help servicemembers make the most of their current finances, avoid debt, and handle life’s unexpected challenges. Below Read More »
Working from Home: Tips for Military Spouses
Posted in Uncategorized on January 18, 2017
Tags: employment, military spouses, women
As a military spouse, you mostly likely knew that a life “married to the military” would include frequent relocations, lots of change, and even extended periods of time when your spouse would be away on deployment. While you accepted these challenges, you probably also quickly realized how this lifestyle can be particularly challenging on a Read More »
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