By Debbie Gregory. Beginning in April of this year, the U.S. Army will open approximately 33,000 positions to female soldiers. This is the latest step in the DOD’s long-term objective of opening all military positions to women. The Army, Marines and Air Force break their roles and responsibilities into Military Occupation Specialties (MOS). The Navy […]
By Debbie Gregory. In the past few years, the VA has integrated automated online application programs for the majority of their benefits and services, including Veteran Disability claims. But the VA has still accepted more traditional methods of applying for benefits, such as mail, fax, or hand written/ hand delivered submission to continue. Currently, the […]
By Debbie Gregory. Many Veterans transitioning into civilian life are having a difficult time making ends meet. Jobs for Veterans are usually found among the retail, food service and labor industries. Veterans are used to working for little pay, but were dependent on the many benefits that came with their military service. Low paying civilian […]
By Debbie Gregory. On January 15th, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) experienced a software glitch on their website that could have affected 5,300+ Veterans using the VA’s eBenefits system. The glitch occurred in the VA website’s benefits portal. The malfunction allowed the websites users to view other users’ private information. Users who were logged […]
By Military Connection Staff Writer Joe Silva. Part 3 of Veteran Employment Series Veteran employment seekers are constantly bombarded with advertisements from companies offering to train or help them get hired for the career of their dreams. Veterans who investigate these promotions are often disappointed by the dismal prospects or out-right scams that they find. […]
By Debbie Gregory. Tax time can be hectic for a lot of Americans. Making sure that all of your paperwork is in order, and taking the time to meet with a tax preparer can be a hassle. Paying the preparation fees for in-person or online tax preparations and filings can cause added stress. For military […]
By Debbie Gregory. The U.S. Army is already making plans to reduce their ranks from 540,000 soldiers down to 490,000 by the end of next year. It is believed that the Army could even shrink to 420,000 by 2019. With the war in Iraq over, and the war in Afghanistan drawing to close, post-war force […]
By Debbie Gregory. Studies conducted by the VA estimate that approximately 22 Veterans commit suicide each day. These numbers are a direct result of Veterans suffering from mental and emotional disorders that include Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Veterans who feel hopeless in their struggle tend to resort to suicide. These figures are alarmingly high. […]
By Debbie Gregory. Professional athletes are sometimes compared to warriors. Golden voiced commentators describe the field of play, likening the arenas and stadiums to battlefields, and the players as highly motivated soldiers in armies intent on total domination. No sport is referred to in this manner more than professional football. Athletes who play in the […]
By Debbie Gregory. Vets in Tech (ViT) was established to assist Veterans by aiding their integration into the realm of the tech community. Veterans, who may have been well connected in the military community, often find themselves alone in the civilian world. These veterans may be at a disadvantage because they lack networking contacts that […]
