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Garrett
ISBN: 978-0-470-38697-2
Paperback
384 pages
October 2008, ©2009
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Your personal how-tohandbook for living yourbest life as a military family

Looking for a clear, concise guide to military life? Whether you're new to the armed forces or planning your latest relocation, this plain-English handbook has expert tips for overcoming the challenges and taking advantage of the benefits unique to life in the military. From living on a base to financial planning to deployment, you'll see how to find all the support your family needs.

  • Grasp the boot camp basics — understand rank and military hierarchy, find your way around a base, and connect with others in the community

  • Take charge of your finances — decipher military compensation, handle your taxes, build credit, and invest for your family's future

  • Understand your military benefits — obtain health and dental insurance, utilize the family support centers, explore retirement benefits, and more

  • Raise a happy family — from housing and childcare to education and recreation, take advantage of all the military offers

  • Handle deployments — prepare for deployment, help children cope, stay connected with your loved one, and manage stress and anxiety

  • Transition out of the military — assess the financial benefits, retire from service, and plan for your next career

Open the book and find:

  • An overview of military versus civilian lifestyle

  • Your place in the military structure

  • Educational and employment opportunities

  • Family support centers, groups, and associations

  • The best benefits for military spouses

  • How to avoid scams against service members

  • A family's guide to military acronyms

  • Programs outside the military you can turn to for support

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