Life as a single service member can be exciting and full of adventure. There may also be times when things don’t go as well as you’d like. Wherever military life takes you, there are programs and support services to help you over any bumps and to make the good times even better.
Read about valuable resources that can help you travel across America or abroad, transition home from a deployment, survive the breakup of a relationship and more.
Your installation’s MWR program offers everything you need to have fun, meet people and enjoy your favorite activities. Take advantage of fitness classes, travel perks, learning opportunities, sports teams, golf courses, outdoor recreation programs and equipment, and more.
Off-base adventures start with your installation’s Information, Tickets and Travel office and the outdoor recreation office. They’ll give you the scoop on sporting events, museums, theme parks, aquariums, zoos, historical sites and other attractions, both far and near. They’re also good for discount tickets and vacation planning services.
If you’re planning a trip, check out the Best Kept Secrets locator to find campgrounds and facilities across the United States. American Forces Travel is your place for booking discounted airfare, cruises, hotels and more.
Don’t pass up the opportunity to hike a stretch of the more than 84 million acres of national parks or just gaze at the beauty of our natural resources. Access your free America the Beautiful pass that covers entrance fees at national parks and national wildlife refuges, in addition to standard amenity fees (day use fees) at national forests and grasslands, and at lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Reclamation and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
It’s not uncommon for single service members to feel lonely or disconnected at times. Many people struggle with feelings of social isolation. Military OneSource gets it and is here to help:
Your Military and Family Life Counseling Program and Military OneSource both provide free, confidential non-medical counseling for a wide range of issues, including coping with loneliness and adjusting to being single.
Military OneSource can connect you with information about activities, hobbies, groups or other social organizations in your area. This is a good way to meet people with common interests. Call 800-342-9647 or start a live chat to connect with a Military OneSource consultant.
It can help to talk with someone with similar experiences. Peer-to-peer counseling through Military OneSource connects you with a master’s level counselor who has first-hand experience as a service member or military spouse. Schedule your consultation by calling 800-342-9647 or starting a live chat. OCONUS/International? View calling options.
Military OneSource’s suite of free resilience tools can help you manage your mood, strengthen your relationships, set goals and become more mission ready.
Whether you could use some guidance, motivation or just confirmation that you’re on the right track, Military OneSource can help you reach your full potential in every aspect of life.
Set and reach goals with the help of a health and wellness coach. Coaches can cheer you on as you work toward managing stress, getting fit and achieving overall wellness.
Get started on your education planning. Schedule a consultation with a Military OneSource education consultant to learn about college profiles, financial assistance, scholarships and more.
Brush up on your communication skills or choose one of six others tracks to strengthen your relationships. Schedule a Building Healthy Relationships Specialty Consultation.
Set savings goals, pay down debt and be in charge of your finances. As a service member, you are eligible for free financial counseling with a professional who understands military life.
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