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Military Discount Guide: How to Use Coupons to Support Our Troops and Military Families

https://couponfollow.com/research/use-coupons-to-support-military-families

Georgia Department of Veterans Service

Dedicated to advising, counseling and assisting Georgia's veterans and their families in obtaining the benefits they rightfully deserve under the law.  Local office steven.hungarter@vs.ga.gov or (770) 387-3746

GDVS website: www.veterans.georgia.gov

GDVS Resource Guide: https://veterans.georgia.gov/document/document/georgia-department-veterans-service-resource-guide/download

Senior Scams

Senior scams are on the rise as older adults are increasingly connected to the internet and other tools used by scammers. It's important to be informed about the risk of your senior loved one falling prey to a scam. We created a helpful guide on all of this.  Check it out here:

Senior Scams: 
classactionu.org/data-breach/types/senior-scams/ 

Painted Buffalo Studio

A dynamic and inspiring hub where creativity and community come together! Our exceptional workshop is thoughtfully designed for aspiring tiny home and bus builders. We offer a diverse range of experiences, including our impactful initiative known as The Can Project, which empowers Veterans to articulate and share their unique stories through the transformative power of art. Situated on our flourishing homestead, which is home to a delightful array of animals such as donkeys, goats, pigs, ducks, chickens and quail, we are dedicated to creating an environment that turns a mere house into a warm and inviting home, and a farm into a flourishing pasture. We are committed to growing our homestead to include a bountiful garden, a vibrant farm stand and additional land for cultivation. We  invite you to join our ever-growing community.  Drop your pack, immerse yourself in creativity and discover the serenity that the Painted Buffalo Homestead + Makerspace has to offer. 

https://www.paintedbuffalostudio.com

Veterans Resume and Job Hunting Guide

Designed to help veterans transition to civilian careers. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for veterans was 2.7% in 2022, but many still face challenges translating military experience into resumes that resonate with civilian employers.  This guide offers practical advice on resume building, job searching, and leveraging veteran-specific career resources. It’s tailored to empower veterans with the tools and confidence they need to achieve success in the civilian workforce.

https://www.resumebuilder.com/career-center/veterans-resume-and-job-hunting-guide/

MIC (Maritime Injury Center) 

Maritime Injury Center is a detailed website for military and merchant mariners alike -- covering everything from careers and military transition, to counseling and mental wellness, safety, continuing education, financial support, and more.  

https://www.maritimeinjurycenter.com/support-for-veterans-transitioning-to-civilian-life/

 

ResumeTemplates.com  Recently launched a career development and resume design hub, providing the internet’s largest database of resume templates in MS Word and Google Docs formats. This toolset is offered for free, with no signup requirements, to communities across the US.  We believe that a well-designed resume template, which helps individuals showcase their work experience and value, should not be behind a paywall.

https://www.resumetemplates.com/

https://www.resumetemplates.com/military-resume-examples/

 

5 Steps to Choosing the Right Nursing Home.  Choosing the right nursing home is extremely important because it directly impacts the well-being and quality of care for the seniors. A well-selected nursing home ensures that residents receive proper medical attention, emotional support, and a safe environment, promoting their overall health and happiness in their later years. We recently made a guide to help those who are in the process of transitioning to nursing home which includes important things to look for. Check it out:

cutterlaw.com/how-to-choose-the-right-nursing-home/

 

Veteran Solutions Intelligent.com is a student-focused publication dedicated to delivering data-driven research and insights to aid students and educational institutions nationwide. Our commitment is to foster informed decision-making and elevate educational standards by translating complex data into understandable and actionable information.

https://www.intelligent.com/veterans-guide-to-vocational-and-apprenticeship-programs/

 

Senior Veteran's Resource Guide.  This guide focuses on veterans’ options to help with non-medical or aging care. It will help veterans understand the available benefits, uncover financial assistance opportunities, and provide ideas that can reduce the costs associated with long-term care.

https://www.payingforseniorcare.com/veterans

https://www.senioradvice.com/articles/veteran-senior-living-benefits-that-every-older-adult-should-know

 
SleepDoctor.com.  We believe that a good night’s sleep is essential for everyone, especially our veterans, who have given so much. Unfortunately, for many veterans, a quality mattress—an essential component of healthy sleep—is often a financial burden.  To address this, we have curated a list of organizations dedicated to providing free or discounted mattresses to those in need, including veterans. Our resource is designed to make essential sleep solutions more accessible, helping those who served us to achieve the rest they deserve.
You can view the guide here: How to Get Free and Discounted Mattresses

 

US Government Made Easy For Veterans

http://www.usa.gov/index.shtml

 

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VA Loan Information

http://www.directvaloans.com/VA_Loan_Programs/default.aspx?s=22&gclid=CL2p-J_zrJgCFQITswodoQFvmg

 

Replacement DD214 (Free)

https://www.archives.gov/veterans/miltary-service-records