Building a Support Network After Serving

Publish Date

December 10, 2022

Author

J. Michael Browning

The American Legion will present a webinar titled "Building a Support Network After Serving" on May 27, 2023, at 10 AM. This webinar is designed to help veterans transition to civilian life by providing valuable information and tools for building a support network.

During the webinar, attendees will learn about networking and building connections with other veterans. They will also receive practical advice for creating and maintaining a support network, including connecting with online veteran networks and attending events.

Resources

The Department of Veterans Affairs, or the VA, provides various services and benefits to veterans and their families. This includes health care, education and training, disability compensation, pension benefits, and home loan programs. You can learn more and access their services at www.va.gov.

VA.gov Home | Veterans Affairs

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you've earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member-like health care, disability, education, and more.

www.va.gov

Military OneSource is a program that provides information, support, and resources to military service members and their families. This includes financial counseling, legal assistance, and deployment support. You can learn more and access their services at www.militaryonesource.mil.

Support for Military Personnel & Families * Military OneSource

Military OneSource knows that relocation brings changes. You might be looking for a new job, changing careers, transitioning your children to new schools and helping them find new friends. As you face the transition to your new duty station, which of the following topics would be of most interest to help you and your family build community and personal readiness during your PCS?

www.militaryonesource.mil

Support for Military Personnel & Families * Military OneSource

www.tap.defense.gov

The American Legion is a veterans' organization that provides support, resources, and advocacy for veterans and their families. This includes financial assistance, career support, and mental health resources. You can learn more and access their services at www.legion.org.

The American Legion a U.S. Veterans Association

The American Legion is the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization aimed at advocating patriotism across the U.S. through diverse programs and member benefits.

www.legion.org

The American Legion a U.S. Veterans Association

Conclusion

By attending this webinar, veterans can gain valuable knowledge and tools for building a support network, which can be crucial for their success in transitioning to civilian life. Please visit the American Legion's website to learn more and register for the webinar.

Slides

The Transition Assistance Program, or TAP, provides support and resources to service members as they transition out of the military. This includes workshops and seminars on resume writing, job search strategies, and financial planning. You can learn more and access their services at www.tap.defense.gov.