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Where do I go from here?
Whether you're retiring, going back to school, or looking for a new career, a successful transition requires planning and resources. Therefore, the first step in the transition process is to complete the congressionally mandated preseparation counseling. By law, all transitioning military personnel are required to receive preseparation counseling NOT LATER THAN 90 days prior to separation. During preseparation counseling, you will be introduced to the DD Form 2648, Preseparation Counseling Checklist, and assisted in its completion. The counseling will provide you information on the various benefits, rights, and services that can help you identify your needs and develop a personal plan for securing the assistance to meet those needs.
Employment Workshop
This DoL Employment Workshop is designed to provide employment and vocational guidance to assist separating service members in making informed career choices. The workshop focuses on employment, training and educational opportunities; enhancing job skills; goal setting; and preparation of standard and optional forms for federal civil service employment; resume writing; salary negotiation; and interviewing techniques.
VA Benefit Briefing
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is responsible for ensuring veterans obtain the care, support, and recognition they've earned through their service in the military. During a benefit briefing, a knowledgeable VA representative will explain the various benefits service members may be eligible to receive. Benefits discussed include disability compensation, health care, education and training opportunities, home loans, and life insurance options. This briefing is provided in conjunction with the DoL Employment Workshop; however, it may be offered at additional times.
VA Pre-Discharge Program
A joint Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) program that affords service members the opportunity to file claims for disability compensation up to 180 days prior to separation or retirement from active duty or full time National Guard or Reserve duty (Titles 10 and 32).
Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
Service members separating or retiring due to a service connected disability, or being medically discharged, or suspect they have a service-connected disability are strongly encouraged to request DTAP assistance. The DTAP provides specialized information about the Department of Veterans Affairs' Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) program, eligibility, and how to apply for benefits. The primary focus of the VR&E is to help veterans with service-connected disabilities become suitably employed, maintain employment, or achieve independence in daily living. The program offers a number of services to help each eligible disabled veteran reach his or her rehabilitation goal.
Air Force Wounded Warrior
AFW2 was created in 2005 as a Department of Defense and Air force initiative to provide personalized care to Airmen who are separated or retired as a result of illness or injury received while supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
TurboTAP
TurboTAP is the official DOD Transition Assistance Program website which provides online resources to service members before, during, and after transition.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
This site offers information on government veterans' benefits, programs and services. VA provides free assistance to veterans in getting benefits and services earned through their military service.
Vet Center Services
The Department of Veterans Affairs Vet Center program operates a system of community based counseling centers which are staffed by a team of multi-disciplinary providers. Vet Centers provide readjustment counseling and outreach services to all veterans who served in any combat zone. Services are also available for their family members for military related issues.
VA Mental Health Services
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched a new Web site to strengthen the connection between college and university mental health professionals and the Veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts now studying on their campuses.
Verification of Military Experience and Training (VMET)
Information you provide is used to verify your identity and record for the purpose of furnishing certification or verification of any job skills and experience you acquired while on active duty that may have application to your employment in the civilian sector.
Air Force Retiree Services
The Air Force Retiree Services section manages the Air Force Retiree Activities Program and the Survivor Benefit Plan; supports the Air Force Retiree Council; and advises the Air Force retirement community via various means of communication including the e-Afterburner and Air Force Retiree News Service.
Disabled American Veterans
With more than 1.4 million members, this is an organization of disabled veterans who are focused on building better lives for disabled veterans and their families.
Military Order of the Purple Heart
Congressionally chartered veterans organization exclusively for combat wounded veterans.
Air Force Enlisted Village
The Air Force Enlisted Village is dedicated to providing a home to surviving spouses of career enlisted Air Force members. The primary focus is on the indigent surviving spouse who would otherwise be forced to live in substandard and unsafe conditions. Funding is based on donations.
Survivor's Guide to Benefits
Department of Defense officials launched the National Resource Directory, a collaborative effort between the departments of Defense, Labor and Veterans Affairs.
Reporting A Military Retiree's Death
Surviving family members of retired Air Force personnel residing in the United States may report the death of a member, and receive personal assistance in applying for eligible benefits on their behalf by contacting:
1-877-353-6807.
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, Inc., is a national nonprofit organization made up of, and providing services to, all those who have lost a loved one while serving in the armed forces.
Arlington National Cemetery
Contains information on Arlington National Cemetery, the only national cemetery administered by the Army.
National Cemetery Administration
Designed to provide information on VA's national cemeteries and other burial benefits.
Fallen Heroes Memorial
An online memorial for armed services personnel killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Gold Star Wives of America
Support group for all widows and widowers, including those from the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. This military survivors' organization has been serving war widows from all conflicts and service-connected disabilities since 1945.
AirCraft Casualty Emotional Support Service
ACCESS was established to aid and facilitate the grieving process of people who have been affected by or involved in an air crash. Support, referral and partnership of survivors and volunteers is provided.
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