Do transitioning programs assist with a smooth transition to civilian life?

2018-08-31T14:06:22-04:00

What is the experience of service members transitioning and rejoining society after spending considerable time in the military?

I am still in need of retired military service members to participate in a research study. It will be anonymous so no one will be singled out. If you are interested in assisting a fellow service member, email me [login to see] .
I would greatly appreciate your support!!!

Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 31 at 2018 4:40 PM

2018-08-31T16:40:52-04:00

I would like to help you with your endeavor to determine the efficacy of transition services.

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Response by MAJ Ken Landgren made Aug 31 at 2018 5:41 PM

2018-08-31T17:41:26-04:00

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Response by SGM Gregory Tarancon IV made Aug 31 at 2018 7:31 PM

2018-08-31T19:31:50-04:00

MSG Don Berry, I just finished up the 5 day TAP program at MacDill AFB. I will be retiring at the end of this year with over 32 years of service. My personal experience with transition programs was positive and a good deal of the information was helpful. Although, the program is not tailored to ones individual situation.

For example; Transitioning service-members might be more interested in civilian job opportunities versus Retiring Service Members might want to know more about VA benefits, disability claims, Tricare and life insurance.

If you are still looking for participants in the study, please let me know and I will send you a test email.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 31 at 2018 9:31 PM

2018-08-31T21:31:53-04:00

I can't say that it did. While I first exited the active component in 2004, I didn't have much time to go through the process as my exit was the result of a recent stop-loss being lifted. I would be willing to provide you information just the same.