Your 24-month roadmap to a successful military-to-civilian transition
Begin planning and exploring options
Begin building your professional network. Find mentors/coaches. Translate your military skills to the civilian sector. Create a financial plan. Consider: - Value of your security clearance - Joining the guard/reserves - Retirement scenarios
Develop skills and explore career paths
Prepares Service members and spouses for the next step in civilian life.
Begin gathering pertinent medical, dental records, and supporting documents. VA claim timelines vary. Explore Benefits Delivery at Discharge Program. Start early.
Execute your transition plan
Final preparations and paperwork
Schedule a final Separation Health Assessment (SHA) and dental exams. You'll need a mandatory, final medical and dental exam with your installation's medical clinic no later than 90 days before you separate. The SHA may be used to file a VA disability compensation claim.
Transition and retirement is difficult both mentally and logistically. Continue updating your resume, applying to jobs, and leveraging your peers and mentors. Consider healthcare, education, and other benefits. You got this!
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