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Transitioning Veterans Consultation

Benefit overview

The transitioning veterans specialty consultation is a free Military OneSource consultation designed specifically for service members returning to civilian life. Whether you are 12 months out from retirement or separation or within 365 days of your last day of service, you are eligible for this personalized transition support. Through a series of sessions, a professionally trained consultant will help you identify goals and navigate benefits and resources.

How this benefit helps

Transitioning veterans consultations supplement the Defense Department Transition Assistance Program, which is mandatory for service members who have served 180 continuous days or more on active duty. It consists of a series of 45-minute consultations with a professionally trained consultant. Topics include:

  • Setting goals. In your first session, a consultant will work with you to outline your transition goals. This allows your consultant to tailor the following sessions and provide key resources and information to fit your needs.
  • Reviewing benefits. Veterans are eligible for various benefits, and you may want to learn more about which you qualify for and when to apply. Your consultant can assist in identifying major benefits, including health, dental, vision and life insurance. You’ll learn about other benefits to help with your final move and relocation support, terminal/transition leave and installation privileges after separation. Your consultant will help explain these benefits and connect you to the appropriate agencies to access them.
  • Veterans Affairs assistance. Your consultant can direct you to resources to help you transition your medical care and records from the Defense Department to the Department of Veterans Affairs. This process includes the final physical, how to connect with veterans service organizations to file disability claims and an overview on using the VA system.
  • Exploring education opportunities. College is a popular path for many service members after leaving the military. If higher education is on your mind, your consultant can help with identifying areas of study, applying to college and understanding financial aid, such as the GI Bill, Pell Grants, scholarships and loans.
  • Prepping for civilian workforce. In this session, your consultant will help you identify career goals and examine the employment markets applicable to you. You can also get resources for building a civilian resume and practice interviewing skills. Depending on your needs, extra sessions may be recommended to help with things like resume writing and employment readiness.
  • Online resources. In your last session, your consultant will recap progress made and answer any final questions. There will also be an opportunity to go over VA online resources.

How to access this benefit

Call 800-342-9647 or start a live chat to schedule an appointment with a Transitioning Veterans consultant. OCONUS/International? View calling options.

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