Transition Assistance

Returning to full-time civilian life can be a big change, but a little planning can go a long way. The Reserve Component Transition Assistance Advisor Program connects you and your family to the benefits and services available to you after you leave the military.

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Veterans Affairs Benefits Available After Deployment

March 1, 2023, 11:44 a.m. 9 minute read

The Department of Veterans Affairs provides a variety of benefits for veterans, dependents and survivors based on active military service. For National Guard members, that means being federally activated to serve, and being discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.

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Busting 12 Benefit Myths

March 1, 2023, 10:30 a.m. 7 minute read

Don’t know what to believe about transition assistance, Veterans Affairs benefits and entitlements? View the myths and the truth.

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Reserve Component Transition Assistance Advisor Lookup

Nov. 3, 2022, 12:05 a.m. 1 minute read

Find your nearest DOD National Guard Transition Assistance Program advisor to get connected to benefits and services available to you after transition.

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Veterans Affairs Health Care Benefits

Nov. 1, 2022, 11:38 a.m. 8 minute read

Veterans Affairs operates the nation’s largest integrated health care system with more than 1,400 care sites, including hospitals, community clinics, community living centers, domiciliary, readjustment counseling centers and various other facilities.

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About the Reserve Component Transition Assistance Advisor Program

Nov. 4, 2020, 8:02 a.m. 3 minute read

Learn about the Reserve Component Transition Assistance Program’s vision and mission, plus transition support and more.