Posted on May 12, 2020
Why veterans need more than Transition Assistance Programs
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The government cannot and should not be expected to do everything. The veteran is an adult and is ultimately responsible for him or herself.
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MCPO Roger Collins
Thank you, Charlie. I was beginning to think I was the only one that felt that way. There was no such thing when I retired. It took a couple tries before I found employment that met my needs.
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SFC Casey O'Mally
Lt Col Charlie Brown Preach!
Don't get me wrong, I think we should set vets up for success. But there is a difference between setting vets up for success and spoonfeeding them for as long as they want. Success, in large part, requires independence (IMHO), and cannot be achieved through coddling.
Don't get me wrong, I think we should set vets up for success. But there is a difference between setting vets up for success and spoonfeeding them for as long as they want. Success, in large part, requires independence (IMHO), and cannot be achieved through coddling.
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This would have been more helpful when I got out. I felt lost and it didn't feel like I had a purpose. It took me a lot to get the civilian world down.
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The Transition Assistance Program is invaluable. It’s unfortunate so many Service Members under-utilize it. I transitioned twice and learned so much each time that helped me help myself and my family. One of the most valuable lessons involved preparing to be a civilian again.
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SSG Shavonde Chase
I transitioned from Fort Lewis and found it to be a great experience. Unfortunately, I hear you often that people didn’t find it useful. For the program to be a success, you do have to put in the work and realize that you have to compete with and just like everyone else.
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