A Family's Guide to the Military For Dummies
Your personal how-tohandbook for living yourbest life as a military familyLooking 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 communityTake charge of your finances — decipher military compensation, handle your taxes, build credit, and invest for your family's futureUnderstand your military benefits — obtain health and dental insurance, utilize the family support centers, explore retirement benefits, and moreRaise a happy family — from housing and childcare to education and recreation, take advantage of all the military offersHandle deployments — prepare for deployment, help children cope, stay connected with your loved one, and manage stress and anxietyTransition out of the military — assess the financial benefits, retire from service, and plan for your next careerOpen the book and find:An overview of military versus civilian lifestyleYour place in the military structureEducational and employment opportunitiesFamily support centers, groups, and associationsThe best benefits for military spousesHow to avoid scams against service membersA family's guide to military acronymsPrograms outside the military you can turn to for support