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Comment by TexasDocMom on January 5, 2013 at 6:09pm

Anybody know anything about the out of state tuition issue for the GI Bill?

Link to Yahoo article

Comment by marybeth on November 22, 2012 at 3:14pm

Happy Thanksgiving Moms!

I am new to this group.  My son will be getting out of the Navy in April.  He stayed in longer because he was concerned about the transition into civilian live and that was after only 4 years!  Before deploying he took TAC's (not sure about the name but the program to reaclumate into civilian life) and he is anxiously waiting to get out now.  They are 'career counclers' and covered alot of questions he had about getting out.  He will try to get in the Reserves so still keeping a presence in the military.

 

I wanted to respond to DevilDocMom.  My son also thought about the Police force.  I talked with a local policeman in Colorado.  He said that military experience doesnt help a person get into the academy and it does not account for anything - they would get more benefit staying in a federal program like FBI, CIA were their military time/experience would give them benefits.  Once in the Police Academy -graduation does not mean a job either. This policemans graduation class was 30 and only 2 received jobs in the police force.

I dont mean to be negative, just relating what I found out.  Other states maybe different also.

 

I am almost as anxious about him getting out as him being deployed.  He works so hard, sometimes working 16 hr days, supervising staff.  When he gets home it will be fine for two days or so to relax but what will he have to look forward to after that?   I am very thankful for all of you sharing your personal experiences.

My heart goes out to you all!

Comment by TexasDocMom on August 29, 2012 at 1:47pm

New GI Bill  Check this link to learn about for profit colleges ripping off veterans instead of giving them a decent education! 

More information here: Tom Tarantino article on the New GI Bill

Comment by TexasDocMom on August 22, 2012 at 10:38am

Molly, check this link: realwarrior.net  phone apps, hot lines, etc...concise information for vets and their families that have questions and need help.

Comment by TexasDocMom on August 16, 2012 at 9:43am

Molly, it's hard watching any loved one drink too much, fight those battles and not do anything, but we all know that anyone in that situation has to figure it out for themselves when it's time to get help. But you, you can do something for you...get to an alanon meeting, talk it out, maybe there will be someone there fighting that same battle with their young vet. Go to the links above and find some help for secondary PTS, they will have suggestions for  your situation because we know, damn it, that it is not an uncommon one after deployments and after leaving the military. xoxo, thinking of you.

Comment by TexasDocMom on July 24, 2012 at 10:02am

Here I am supposed to be supporting you all, but I have something to share.  A couple of weeks ago, my son went to be best man at his best friend's wedding in LA. We were following one groomsman's posts on facebook, from their arrival through the wedding. And I saw my son smile. I mean REALLY smile, a happy smile, the one I hadn't seen in years, especially in a photo. Every shot, there was HAPPY. I kept watching those photos, still do...new ones coming up all the time. Yesterday his gf posted her nephew's 5th birthday party, my son in a goofy matching Tshirt for this little guy, smiling that happy smile. And I say to friends, look at that...look at that smile, I think he's better, I think he's finally learning to live again, not be so serious all the time. And I burst into tears. They don't get it, they don't see what I see, they don't know that we watch for every single sign that war did not take away the child we raised, and that I am on my knees thankful to see that smile. He was last in uniform in January, and finally maybe some of that responsibility he felt is being lifted off of his shoulders.

I got a note from the bride, thanking me for my "great son. He was a rock" for the groom, and the crazy stuff going on. Well, first of all, he was working catering weddings at 15, second of all, one groom isn't nothing after you've been an FMF corpsman in a Marine unit! And he smiled! Dear God, thank you. Now, being a Navy mom, I wonder if he's burying it, but right now, I'm just going to enjoy that smile!

His gf posted a photo of my son and a corpsman buddy visiting over the weekend (they deployed together) and captioned it "reunited and giggling like preteen girls on the living room floor" playing video games. 

Prayer for this day is all of our kids get their smiles back, their lives back and move forward.

Comment by TexasDocMom on July 16, 2012 at 10:48am

On Demand Service for Families Transitioning out of the Navy

 

Navy FFR

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Are you a family member of someone transitioning out of the Navy?

MFIT is a new on-demand service for families and personnel transitioning out of the Navy. On July 18, there will be a demonstration on how to use MFIT. Everyone is invited to view the demonstration, especially family members! After it is complete, the interactive tool will be available on-demand.

TAP On-demand DEMONSTRATION for FA...MILIES
Wednesday, July 18 from 9-10 a.m. eastern time
Family members, see what you should know about transitioning out of the Navy.
No need to pre-register.

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Comment by TexasDocMom on June 4, 2012 at 8:42am

Civilian Certification for vets!!  Read it! a new program to get vets the certification they need to fill the jobs available in the US! Hard working , experienced with a strong work ethic veterans can get civilian certifications easier!

Comment by TexasDocMom on April 23, 2012 at 11:29am

National Resource Directory

 

Do you know about the National Resource Directory? This is definitely a website that you will want to bookmark as a favorite. From information on homeless assistance to health care, the National Resource Directory is online to connect service members, veterans, their families and those who support the military community to useful resources.

Comment by Debby on February 5, 2012 at 12:39pm

My son grew a full beard and other than occasional trimming he hasn't shaved it and since  he's 1/2 Iranian he will look Taliban if he lets it get to long LOL ...  The VA is awesome Molly have your son talk to some folks there find out if they have any job openings.. Nasir got hired as a janitor but since he was trained as a Machinist Mate (which he never once did that job) he will soon be promoted to the boiler plant and his salary will double.. they are just waiting for the man who he will be replacing to retire... but was told since he's a pointed vet they dont have to list the job they just give it to him..  WOOHOO...  Karen I will talk to Nasir and find out if he would be willing to contribute to a new group.. I think its a great idea for the boys to share their experiences.. what helped what didn't.. etc.. plus the comradeship will be good for them... transitioning out is the toughest part for these guys..

Also have them join the VFW.. older vets love it and our younger guys should join for the support.. Nasir just joined and is very excited about it.. Its weird though I remember my grandfather and uncles talking about being a foreign war vet.. its hard thinking about my son's being foreign war vets too..

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