Life After the Military: A Handbook for Transitioning Veterans

This robust compendium of information for veterans leaving the military covers essential topics including entering a new career, starting a business, furthering education, finding a home, insurance, benefits, and other financial concerns. Mental health specific to veterans is explored, including PTSD and the impact of military separation on identity. Helpful web links, clear explanations of important laws and benefits, and facts and figures necessary to taking full advantage of benefits are provided. The book also has a softer side, with a detailed guide to marital health, including housing, dividing chores, and increasing domestic harmony. Sections on entrepreneurship and business provide info on writing a business plan and simple crash courses in financial management. The authors delineate which benefits and services will be unavailable post-military and encourage readers to "use it or lose it." The tone is always approachable and encouraging, and appendices include useful websites, transition checklists, a guide to entrepreneurship, and a list of VA facilities. The authors aim to compile all the information that readers need (without having to pursue themselves). They've admirably met that aim. (June)