The objective of the AFSA Retiree and Veteran Affair Trustee is: To provide information, services and updates on military and veteran related programs to the military retiree and veteran’s community – focusing on enlisted members and their families by ultimately serving all ranks, all services. Work to serve an interface between the active-duty and retired communities whenever possible; keep retirees and veterans updated on various matters; provide information and updates on legislation, programs, and services that are applicable and available to retirees and veterans. Lastly as appropriate; to represent and work for the retired and veteran personnel and their families especially those members within AFSA.
|
Dr. Jim Crissinger Retired and Veterans Affairs Trustee |
|
AFSA RETIREE & VETERANS AFFAIRS NEWSLETTER - Vol 9 |
Newsletter Archives - Download now |
AFSA Retiree and Veteran Affairs Newsletter
- COMMON ISSUES FACING VETERANS Life after the military can pose many challenges to veterans and family members. For some, returning to civilian life may feel like another battle that poses a variety of challenges that must not only be fought, but also understood and accepted in order to be successfully overcome. There are many factors involved in a veteran’s readjustment to civilian life, some of which include: o Understanding and abiding by civilian legal standards that may be different from military standards o Coexisting with cultures, values, and norms different from those of the military o Dealing with authority figures o Re-establishing and even re-evaluating relationships with family and friends o Finding a new career path o Pursuing college/university education o Locating a new home Other factors of readjustment may even be a bit more complex. They may even be so complex for the individual veteran, that they prevent a progressive and positive readjustment towards a bright future. Depending on the individual veteran and whether or not he/she has the benefit of a positive support system, these intrinsic matters can be crucial to his/her overall transition and successful development. Such issues of concern include: o Veteran’s relationship with him/herself, their sense of identity, purpose, and self-worth o Reassessment of life goals and ambitions, followed by setting and achieving new personal/professional goals for the future o Coping with “starting over” in society.... READ MORE AND DOWNLOAD HERE |