JUNE 9, 2023 — The Permanent Change of Station, or PCS, process can be daunting. However, there are plenty of people and resources to help make the process as smooth as possible here. Thousands of Soldiers PCS throughout the year, but there is generally a spike during the summer. Richard Nieberding Jr., military personnel division chief, said they try to process the PCS … [Read more...]
How to Include Your Military Experience on Your Resume
JUNE 6, 2023 - Writing a resume for a job is tricky enough for civilians, but veterans may find this especially challenging because their work history and experience will be quite different from a typical applicant, and highlighting this in the right way is therefore essential. To give you the best chance of shining when you apply for any position, here are some tips on what … [Read more...]
Navy Housing Leases Now Allow Pet Deposits
JUNE 1, 2023 - Earlier this year, the U.S. Navy implemented the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) issued public private venture (PPV) housing universal lease agreements, created to standardized armed forces PPV leases, across all Navy PPV housing. The new universal lease provides an option for PPV partners to require residents signing new leases to pay a refundable pet … [Read more...]
Preparing Children for PCS Season
MAY 26, 2023 – For military families, moving can occur during any time of year but generally takes place during the peak months of May through August. During this transition of saying goodbye to friends and family and moving to a new community, there is generally an increase in stress for parents as well as children. A permanent change of station, or PCS, is defined as … [Read more...]
How To Improve Your Vision When On Terrain
MAY 26, 2023 - Everyone knows the dangers of navigating terrain without proper vision. Whether you're hiking, skiing, biking, hunting, or just exploring, it's important to ensure that your vision is up to par. Unfortunately, many people don't take the necessary precautions to improve their vision when out on a trail. This article will discuss how to improve your vision when on … [Read more...]