By Debbie Gregory. “Thank you for your service” rolls off the tongue quite easily. But if you want to back that up with action instead of just words, here are some ways you can truly express your appreciation for those who have served. Send a letter, pack a care package, make paracord bracelets: Operation Gratitude […]
By Debbie Gregory. In May, the American Military Partner Association (AMPA) launched the AMPA Military Spouse Scholarship, a new program aimed to help military spouses pursue their higher education goals. Non-profit AMPA is the nation’s largest resource and support network for the partners, spouses, families, and allies of America’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) service […]
By Debbie Gregory. Many veterans are up in arms about the plan to cut financial support for aging and disabled veterans in the proposed federal budget. Joining them are numerous veterans organizations that slammed the budget proposals as soon as they were issued. “We are very concerned the administration’s request to make the Veterans Choice […]
By Debbie Gregory. U.S. Military Veterans were paid thousands and thousands of dollars for hotel costs and travel expenses by Saudi Arabia. Their mission? Lobby Congress against the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA), a law allowing the families of victims from the September 11, 2001 terror attacks to sue the Saudi government. The […]
In approximately ten years when the first wave of active duty personnel who opt into the new Blended Retirement System (BRS) start to retire, they may be asked: Do you want your full immediate annuity? Or do you prefer to get part of its value in a discounted lump sum at retirement in return for forfeiting […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Veterans Administration offers assistance to low-income veterans and surviving spouses, 65 years and older, through its Aid and Attendance program. Many Veterans and loved ones who are in need of and eligible for this benefit are not cognizant of it. You can apply by contacting your local Veteran Service Officer. While […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Navy has banned electronic cigarettes and vaping devices throughout the fleet. The Navy cited concerns that the battery-powered gadgets can explode and injure sailors. The new rule “suspends the use, possession, storage, and charging of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems aboard ships, submarines, aircraft, boats, craft and heavy equipment,” according to a […]
Theodore Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, an author of children’s books such as “The Cat In The Hat” and “Green Eggs and Ham” joined the Army in 1943 in a role that most people probably didn’t know existed. He served as the commander of the Animation Department of the First Motion Picture Unit of […]
The Veterans Administration and CVS have partnered for a test program that will enable the pharmacy chain’s MinuteClinic Urgent Care Centers to treat some veterans for minor injuries and ailments. This program that is launching in the Phoenix area but it can be expanded. Patients will still be required to contact a VA help line. […]
By Debbie Gregory. Have you ever heard of the Veterans Experience Office? The VA is looking to change the culture of a massive federal agency that provides everything from medical care to monthly disability checks to funerals. The “Veteran’s Experience” campaign started in 2015 under former VA Secretary Bob McDonald. The office’s budget this fiscal […]
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