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/
Website: The Desk of a Navy Wife Site
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 ed
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