When legal issues arise, service members and their families have a number of resources at their fingertips, much of it free.

Disposing of old or unused medication is a tricky issue. Protect your family and community by taking these steps to safely clean out your medicine cabinet.

The VA provides benefits and services to meet the needs of veterans and service members. While many VA programs serve veterans, services are not limited to those who have left the military.

Millions of people each year fall victim to identity theft or military scams of some kind. If you fall prey, it can cost you money, time and lots of stress.

MilTax, offered by the Defense Department, provides free tax services to the military, including user-friendly tax prep software, expert support and up-to-date tax information.

One of the most valuable assets to uniformed service members, their family members and other eligible individuals, is their military ID issued by the Department of Defense.

Service members put their lives on the line to protect our country. But serious risks may lurk in everyday life for some.

Many organizations in the civilian world value your experience, skills, work ethic and training as a service member. Here are ways to connect with employers committed to hiring veterans.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has programs specifically to prevent homelessness or provide relief for veterans who are already homeless.

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.

Maybe you're just ending your first tour of duty. Maybe you've fulfilled your obligation to your country. Now, you're at a crossroads—re-enlist, reserves, transition out? How do you know you're making the right call?

The Department of Veterans Affairs offers urns and commemorative plaques to families who choose not to bury their veteran, but it means that they forfeit their government-issued headstone.

As a veteran, military retiree, spouse or dependent of a service member, you may be eligible for a Defense Department identification card. Called the Uniformed Services ID card, this military ID proves your identity and connection to the DOD and gives you access to certain military services and programs.

Good nutrition and fitness are key to withstanding stress and thriving amid life’s challenges.

From the folding of the flag to the sounding of Taps, here is a guide to what you can expect during military funeral honors.