Disclaimer #1: What I share is the personal perspective of being married to a servicemember. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and provide resources, share self-care reminders & bring laughter to the military spouse community. I am not a financial advisor & this podcast & host do not constitute medical advice or offer counseling services. If you're in need of medical support, please be sure to seek a medical professional for mental or physical health. I am not compensated to provide opinions on products, services, websites, and various other topics. Any product claim, statistic, quote, or other representation about a product or service should be verified with the manufacturer or company provider. Thank you for tuning in. Disclaimer #2: (You will hear me adjust my mic, I'm learning)In my first podcast episode, I delve into the roles of military spouses, ombudsmen, and sponsors, providing listeners with a clear understanding of each term. I explore what it means to be a military spouse, the responsibilities of an ombudsman in supporting military families, and the significance of having a sponsor when entering the military community. I touch briefly on deployment expectations. Whether you're new to the military lifestyle or seeking a refresher, this episode offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of what to expect as a military spouse. Tune in for a quick introduction and gain valuable insights into navigating life within the military community. Follow me on IG at https://www.instagram.com/thedeskofanavywife/
Resources Shared:
- CareerOneStop: https://www.careeronestop.org/
- U.S Department of Education: https://www.ed.gov/ OR https://www.usa.gov/agencies/office-of-postsecondary-education
- Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP): MSEP is a partnership between the Department of Defense and various companies committed to providing career opportunities to military spouses. Website: https://msepjobs.militaryonesource.mil/msep/
- LinkedIn Military and Veterans Programs: LinkedIn offers specific resources for military spouses to enhance their professional networks and job opportunities (premium is free for 1 year). Website: https://socialimpact.linkedin.com/programs/veterans/milspouses
- National Military Family Association (NMFA): NMFA provides resources and support for military families, including information on employment and career development for spouses. Website: https://www.militaryfamily.org/
- Military OneSource: Military OneSource is a Department of Defense program that provides resources and support to military families. Website: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ OR
- MySeco: https://myseco.militaryonesource.mil/portal/article/linkedin-premium-for-military-spouses
- My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA): MyCAA is a Department of Defense program that provides financial assistance to military spouses pursuing education, training, licenses, certificates, and degrees leading to employment in portable career fields. Eligible spouses can receive up to $4,000 in financial assistance. Website:
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