The Army Changes DLA Policies
As of Oct 2019, the Army has changed how they handle Dislocation Allowance (DLA). The DLA is to partially reimburse expenses from relocating.
Military & Veteran Benefits
This generation of veterans and servicemembers have access to the best benefits of any era in history. From the VA Home Loan program, to the GI Bill you can save you money, enhance your career opportunities and even change your life. Don’t miss out on any of the military and veteran benefits you have earned.
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TRICARE & FEDVIP Open Enrollment Begins [updated]
TRICARE and FEDVIP open enrollment season begins Nov 9 and lasts until Dec 14, 2020. This is the time to make any changes to your existing plans without a Qualifying Life Event (QLE). We also list out the most common QLE’s.
Military Benefits Changes for 2020
2020 Military Benefit Updates Changes For the latest military benefit changes for 2022, please go here. Changes announced so far. Please keep checking back, as we will continue updating new changes to your military benefits for 2020. TRICARE Drug Costs To Increase By Over 40% Every year on January 1st, TRICARE has its regular cost… Read more »
President Signs Legislation To Help Veterans With Bankruptcy
On Friday, August 23rd, 2019, President Donald Trump signed two pieces of legislation that will help veterans and service members when it comes to bankruptcy. The first is the Honoring American Veterans in Extreme Need Act of 2019 or the HAVEN Act. This will prevent debt collectors from seizing veterans’ disability compensation if they declare… Read more »
Getting A Free Breast Pump With TRICARE
Here is what you need to know about getting a breast pump with your TRICARE benefit: What Does TRICARE Cover With The Breast Pump Benefit? TRICARE covers breast pumps and breast pump supplies. Who Is Eligible For The Breast Pump? TRICARE beneficiaries that have a “birth event” may qualify. A birth event is a pregnancy… Read more »
3 Million to Gain Access To Military Shopping
According to an article by Military Times, 3 million more people will gain access to military shopping in 2020. These new customers will be able to shop at the Commissary and the Exchange. In addition, they will have access to some MWR programs. ** For latest updates, go here. When Will They Gain Access This… Read more »
What TRICARE Covers
As a member of the military or a spouse of a member of the military, you are entitled to TRICARE, which is a benefit of serving. You might have TRICARE Prime, TRICARE Select or another TRICARE plan. One of the most common questions people have is what TRICARE is and what it actually covers. This… Read more »
Healthcare When Transitioning From Active Duty to National Guard
Healthcare From Active Duty to National Guard There will be quite a few changes for those who decide to transition from active duty to National Guard. One of the biggest changes will be with healthcare from active duty to the National Guard or Reserves. As an active duty service member, you probably have one of… Read more »
Verizon And The VA Have Teamed Up To Help Veterans
Verizon, VA Team Up To Help Veterans Verizon and the US Department of Veterans Affairs, the VA, have partnered to help veterans who are also Verizon customers have access to the VA’s telehealth app “VA Video Connect” that launched in 2017. This app will enable remote consultations with healthcare professionals and with the partnership, the… Read more »
Spouses Reimbursed For Licensing & Certification Fees
The 2018 National Defense Authorization Act allows each service branch to reimburse spouses up to $1,000 for relicensure and certification costs resulting from relocations or PCS moves that cross U.S. state lines – to include OCONUS to stateside moves. Military Spouses Will Now Be Reimbursed For Licensing and Certification Fees Due to PCS Marine Corps,… Read more »