10 Steps To Save Your Retirement So many of the best marketing and advertising executives in the country are consumed with getting you to spend cash and, if needed, to enter into debt to do so. Absolutely all the media that reach you every day are created to get you to invest money. In order […]
Making the transition When a military member changes from active service to civilian life, what job opportunities are available? Considering just how can experts best use the skills they attained throughout their armed forces service in a new profession once they get out to result in choosing the right career path after active duty? Start […]
Serving in uniform can provide easy answers to heavy questions. A mission brings purpose; your rank and job provide a place in the hierarchy; your squad provides camaraderie; and shared hardship reinforces that bond. Without a doubt, military life, provides structure and a sense of belonging that few other organizations, employers or life experiences can […]
The College of DuPage Veterans Services office recently celebrated the accomplishments of more than 100 veteran students who earned certificates and degrees during the 2016-2017 academic year.
Opportunity for Veterans to Learn Complementary & Alternative Healing Modalities in Safe Environment: Scholarships Available for Four Upcoming Retreats RHINEBECK, NY –According to the New York Times and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there has been an escalation in suicide and homelessness among veterans since the United States withdrew thousands of troops from Iraq in 2011. Today, […]
Transitioning Veterans are slowly approaching a critical point in history whereas they may no longer be directly hirable by the private sector.Over our nation’s history, Veterans traditionally transitioned seamlessly from a role within the military to a civilian career of equal pay and responsibility.
Men and veterans struggling with issues of identity, purpose and societal expectations have a hard time getting the help they need.
Since 9/11, military veterans have experienced an unemployment rate about 50 percent higher than their predecessors, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Exactly why that discrepancy exists is hard to say.
Veterans transitioning to civilian job market usually find the experience downright exasperating. Recruiters are at a loss when confronted with military resumes, which – even if impressive – don’t help veterans to find a niche for themselves on the market. Hiring managers don’t know how to categorize this kind of experience and as a result, […]
When it comes time to put your uniform away and begin transitioning into civilian life after years of military service, you may be feeling confident about your job prospects. After all, the military taught you a variety of valuable skills, including leadership and how to be a team player.You would be an asset to any employer. […]
Clearing outstanding tickets and warrants This free workshop is open to any veteran in need of help with: Tickets for minor offenses (infractions) such as jaywalking, running a stop sign, etc. Failure to Appear charges & warrants stemming from tickets. We are unable to assist with parking tickets.
