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Did You Know... ...that Bross & Frankel has developed an UPDATED Veterans Disability Benefits Calculator? This VA Bilateral Disability Rating and Compensation Calculator is designed to be used by veterans of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard who have a service-connected disability. Whether you are just starting the VA process or are waiting for a decision, you can use this tool to get an idea of what compensation you may be entitled to based on your level of disability. Click the link below to get started with our Veterans Disability Benefits Calculator today! #brossandfrankel #brossfrankel #disabilitylawyers #disabilityattorneys #socialsecuritydisability #SSD #SSDI #longtermdisability #LTD #veteransdisability #veteransaffairs #veteransbenefits #workerscompensation #personalinjury #didyouknow #VAdisabilitycalculator #VAdisabilitybenefitscalculator #VAbilateraldisabilitycalculator #VAbilateraldisabilityratingscalculator

In case you missed it..... Since the summer/fall of 2022, I have been running a pilot program in #hamptonroadsva to see what it takes to fill the gap in childcare access that military families face. Spoiler alert: it isn't much, but it does require asking families what isn't working and then changing. On January 8th, I will publish the results of this white paper, which not only states the EXACT amount of money this pilot required but also the impact of that funding and a loud but clear call for transparency from organizations claiming to work in this space. Transparency and accountability are the themes of 2024. Follow The Operation Child Care Project to stay updated.

Check out my newest article where I discuss strategies for effectively bridging the divide between military service and reintegration into civilian life. #homelessness #prevention #lifechances #military #sustainability

Our new paper explores four themes gathered from children from military families, and their parents and educators. These are family transitions (parents moving in and out of the household due to deployment and training), mobility (due to frequent relocations), and risk and protective factors. We also explore how we used their narratives and other lived and living experience narratives to co-create free online research-based resources. Amy Johnson 📖 Manna Institute University of New England (AU) CIMVHR - Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research JMVFH - The Journal of Military, Veteran and Family Health #militaryfamily #YourADF #narrativeresearch #livedexperience #livingexperience #childrensvoice #childrensagency #empowerment #resource #participatoryresearch #cocreation #familysupport #educators #schoolteachers #supportworkers #veteranfamilies #wellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #childrenswellbeing

Today we celebrate Military Spouse Appreciation Day. We honor the countless and invaluable contributions of military spouses and applaud the sacrifices they make to support our service members. Military spouses are the backbone of of support for our defenders of freedom, providing stability through the multitude of daily stressors of military life. While Military Spouse Appreciation Day is May 10, we celebrate their resilience and dedication every day. What better way to honor military spouses than by ensuring they have the opportunity to find meaningful employment? The Department of Labor’s Transition Employment Assistance for Military Spouses and Caregivers no cost workshops are tailored specifically for military spouses. They are available virtually and on a flexible schedule. Whether it’s mastering resumes, honing interview skills, or learning effective self marketing techniques, these workshops can prepare them for their next move. The #MilitarySpouseEmploymentPartnership is an employment and career partnership, connecting military spouses with hundreds of partner employers who have committed to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses. Also we have an excellent local resource in the #CareerSourceOkaloosaWalton Military Family Employment Advocacy team. Happy Military Spouse Appreciation Day. #militaryspouses #appreciation #training #employment

Afternoon all, I’ve decided to start attending some networking events in order to start building a much better understanding of what the civilian street job market has to offer - and also to network with people in person for a change! My first event will be on the 18th of Jan, with the Officers’ Association Scotland (details of this event, and other events in the link). To be honest, and I’m not sure why, but I feel slightly nervous. Maybe the name of the group is one of the reasons (I’m not an officer, but I know they encourage all ranks to attend), but probably mainly due to having never attended one of these events before. Are any of my LinkdIn connections are attending the event on the 18th? #networking #forwardthinking #transitioning #wherearemychinos

Veterans, Don't wait! Don’t say I don't have any disabilities! Your aches and pains will only get worse with age. Were you unfairly rated for your VA disabilities? Find out how we can help you navigate the process and provide evidence to support your claim of worsening conditions. #disabilitybenefits #disabilityclaims #disabilityrating #veteransbenefits #veteransdisability #militaryveterans #militarytransition #retiredmilitary #reserves #anchored4vets Anchored4vets.com Anchored4vets@gmail.com

MBNRPC is proudly celebrating an achievement in becoming an officially recognized Military Spouse Led NonProfit. The U.S. Military Spouse Chamber of Commerce created the first and only of its kind certification, in an unprecedented commitment to land military spouses a seat at the B2B table for the first time in history. The United States has long been defended by members of the armed forces and in a silent role, military spouses support those service members. Cost of living in the U.S. often warrants dual household incomes to cope with high living expenses. Military families give up a lot in the name of freedom, from constant relocations, and time away from family, to the difficult reality that finding a career that fits this lifestyle continues to be a challenge. Secure employment for spouses continues to be an enduring sacrifice with military spouse unemployment being four times the national average, pre-pandemic. Military spouse employment is a hot topic within the military space with hundreds of organizations working to provide solutions, improve policy, and increase opportunities for traditional employment. Traditional employment is only half of the picture. As the challenge to obtain traditional employment lingers more military spouse are turning to entrepreneurship with 48% of spouses having been self-employed or operating their own business. As we continue building and providing resources for our communities around the world, we believe this recognition aligns with our goals of growing the birth professional community at duty stations globally. #militarydoula #lactationn #postpartummentalhealth #MilSpouse #servingthosewhoserve

Adoption is wildly expensive these days, and for many military families looking to build their families, it's the only option due to extremely limited policy support. If you're a military member who has gone the route of adoption, what was your experience like? We'd be honored to hear what you have to say in the comments. ⬇️ #militaryadoption #adoptionjourney #militaryfamilybuildingcoalition #infertilitysupport #militaryfamily #militaryspouse #militaryfamilylife #militaryfamilysupport #familybuilding #familyplanningjourney #militaryinfertility