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When Your Guard or Reserve Service Member Is Called to Active Duty
Jan. 21, 2025, 12:34 a.m. 6 minute read
Your spouse or partner is preparing for deployment and transitioning from reserve status to active duty. Take advantage of several deployment support programs.
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Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
Jan. 2, 2025, 6:00 p.m. 8 minute read
Learn about the financial and legal protections the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act provides active-duty service members.
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Child Care in Your Home Fee Assistance Pilot Program
Sept. 18, 2024, 7:45 a.m. 10 minute read
Learn more about the Defense Department Child Care in Your Home fee assistance pilot program.
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Thank You, Teachers and Child Care Providers
July 22, 2024, 8:00 a.m. 1 minute read
Join the Defense Department in celebrating and thanking our teachers, child care staff and Family Child Care providers who educate and support military-connected children, youth and teens.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Basics
June 7, 2024, 12:16 a.m. 3 minute read
The first step toward owning a home is meeting with a lender to secure a loan. The Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Program is a benefit you have earned with your military service.
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10 Attributes for a Successful Job Search
June 5, 2024, 9:00 a.m. 4 minute read
As a service member, you’ve already got a strong skill set to make you an asset in the workplace. Learn ten skills to master when searching and interviewing for the right job.
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Foster Parenting and Military Adoption
May 31, 2024, 10:45 a.m. 2 minute read
Military families who adopt or foster provide loving homes to children who need them. Learning about the process can help you support your loved ones as they go through it.
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6 Adoption Options
May 21, 2024, 8:22 a.m. 1 minute read
Military life is not a a barrier to adoption. However, the adoption process can be a complicated journey and goes more smoothly with a little guidance and information.
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Considering Adoption or Foster Care? Know These 8 Things
May 20, 2024, 12:00 a.m. 4 minute read
Adoption and foster care are great ways to start or grow your family, and the Defense Department offers support to military families that are fostering or adopting family members.
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About the Financial Management Awareness Program
Feb. 21, 2024, 6:00 a.m. 3 minute read
The following law, 10 USC 992, mandates a consumer education program for members of the military that informs them of the financial services available under law.
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Spouses and Partners: Loving Someone in the Military
Feb. 2, 2024, 8:20 a.m. 4 minute read
National Guard spouses and partners are crucial to their service member’s well-being, handling household responsibilities and offering emotional support.
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Joining the Military as a Reservist: Eligibility, Obligation and Benefits
Feb. 1, 2024, 2:30 p.m. 6 minute read
Joining the Reserve Component of the military is a great way to serve your country. You will also earn valuable benefits without giving up your civilian employment or schooling.
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Is Your Next Step Joining the Reserves? Get the Basics.
Jan. 29, 2024, 12:22 p.m. 3 minute read
More than 1 in 4 active-duty service members tell us they intend to join the reserves. It can be a great option for a lot of service members.
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How to Transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill Education Benefits
Nov. 27, 2023, 10:00 a.m. 3 minute read
The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides education benefits to eligible service members, and those benefits may in many instances be shared with family members.
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12 Ways to Land That Civilian Job
Oct. 19, 2023, 10:07 a.m. 6 minute read
You've proven yourself in the military world. Now, it's time to trade in your experience for a great job. It's all about readiness and attitude. Start early. Be prepared. Go for it.
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