{"product_id":"a-familys-guide-to-the-military-for-dummies-paperback","title":"A Family's Guide to the Military for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSheryl Garrett\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eSue Hoppin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpert advice on all aspects of military life\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Family's Guide to the Military For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is for the millions of military dependents, family members, and friends who are looking for straightforward guidance to take advantage of the benefits and overcome the challenges unique to life in the military. This comprehensive guide covers such key topics as introducing military life to readers new to the armed forces, financial planning, relocation, deployment, raising kids alone while a partner is away, and taking advantage of the available benefits. It offers tips and advice for dealing with emotions that surround events like deployments, deciphering the acronyms used in daily military life, forming support groups, keeping track of a loved one's whereabouts, and surviving on a military base in a foreign country.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour personal how-tohandbook for living yourbest life as a military family\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking for a clear, concise guide to military life? Whether you're new to the armed forces or planning your latest relocation, this plain-English handbook has expert tips for overcoming the challenges and taking advantage of the benefits unique to life in the military. From living on a base to financial planning to deployment, you'll see how to find all the support your family needs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrasp the boot camp basics -- understand rank and military hierarchy, find your way around a base, and connect with others in the community\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eTake charge of your finances -- decipher military compensation, handle your taxes, build credit, and invest for your family's future\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstand your military benefits -- obtain health and dental insurance, utilize the family support centers, explore retirement benefits, and more\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eRaise a happy family -- from housing and childcare to education and recreation, take advantage of all the military offers\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandle deployments -- prepare for deployment, help children cope, stay connected with your loved one, and manage stress and anxiety\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransition out of the military -- assess the financial benefits, retire from service, and plan for your next career\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn overview of military versus civilian lifestyle\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour place in the military structure\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eEducational and employment opportunities\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamily support centers, groups, and associations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe best benefits for military spouses\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to avoid scams against service members\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003eA family's guide to military acronyms\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrograms outside the military you can turn to for support\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSheryl Garrett\u003c\/b\u003e is a financial advisor, author, and speaker. 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