Posted on Nov 6, 2020
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Greetings to everyone here,

So I am heading out in November, (this month), and wanted to know if there is any sort of tried and true list of things I should do before I am officially out of the Army? I've been in for 12 years, deployed to Afghanistan back in 2012 and have already gone to college. I want to make sure I'm not missing anything once I'm officially out. I.E. I'm sure my access will be revoked for certain websites, etc, and want to make sure I do whatever needs done or could help me before then. I spoke to someone the other day, and they referred me to this website. Any advice is most appreciated—especially programs, sites, or a list of things to ensure a proper leave. My unit is great, but it seems weird that they don't have any off-boarding process? It makes me feel like there's a lot of things that may be missed. I would like to get an updated DD-214 that's for sure.

Anyways, thanks again!
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MAJ Javier Rivera
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Depends,

Get a DS Login Account. Importan to get access to VÁ records and other HRC records as well.

Get a copy of all your medical record as well (hop you already did a part of your ETS medical).

File a VA disability claim while still serving. Your 2nd part phisical if not done yet, have it done by VA.

Go by CIF and get a copy of all your issue TA-50 before hand. Do an inventory and whatever you are missing go by the nearest pawn shop and buy it. It’s cheaper than paying for it.
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COL Jason S
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'What I wish someone told me before I left service...'

DS Logon, and upgrade to a 'Premier' account on eBenefits. DD214 and character of service letters are available on eBenefits. Make sure your DD214 is 100% accurate BEFORE you sign it!

Echoing MAJ Rivera:

• DS Logon (for eBenefits), upgrade to a 'Premier' (P) account, and 'File a VA disability claim while still serving.', on eBenefits/VA.gov if after.

• Get your MEDICAL and other benefits straight with the 1st year of Separation!
o MAKE sure you bring up ALL medical issues with your Primary Care Physician (PCP) now, or within the 1st year of Separation so everything can be Service Connected as 'presumptive service'.

• If you have issues with your Veteran Service Organization (VSO), recommend ask VA CLAIMS INSIDER for assistance (not a VSO, but they have a network of medical practitioners that can write your NEXUS letters; mandatory in claims for Service Connection). Example, my VSO is MOPH, but I utilized VA Claims Insider services to maximize claim submission on things discovered 'later' such as TBI (not tested by VA until a few years later, after service).
o You will thank me on this one later in life.

References:
https://www.va.gov/
https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/
https://vaclaimsinsider.com/
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MAJ Javier Rivera
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Good catch COL Jason S, DD214 scrub before signature. Can’t stress that one enough!!!!!!
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You're a Reservist so there's not much off boarding to do. You don't qualify for a DD214 those are only active periods of service. Not a whole lot changes for you except that now you won't have a CAC card, but you can get a DS Login for any websites you will need. You can also always walk back into the NG easily and continue your career.
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MAJ Javier Rivera
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Didn’t catch he’s a reservist!
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LTC Hardware Test Engineer
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I've never understood why anyone would get out of the guard/reserves after 10-12 years. especially now that the OPTEMPO has slowed down. It's easy money and a guaranteed check when you hit 60.
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SFC Retention Operations Nco
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LTC (Join to see) me either. It's too easy to rack up good years and add some padding to your retirement, plus there's plenty of state benefits especially for education
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LTC Hardware Test Engineer
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SFC (Join to see) - my youngest son got his heavy equipment/crane operator certs using my GI bill. and if you've already done 12 years, you're more than halfway home.
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Copy your service record, and all health/dental records, and get them certified as true copies by your Adjutant or any Commissioned Officer. Make sure your seps physical is entered into record before copying. Don't accept your 214 unless it is complete and accurate.
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