Military members tend to have a higher debt-to-income ratio and that may worsen as Veterans transition to civilian life. For those suffering from mental health issues debt can spiral out of control. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), the likelihood for having a mental health issue is three times higher for those […]
Switching careers takes courage. And veterans know a thing or two about courage. But when military personnel finish serving their country and look to re-enter civilian life, they need more than just strong nerves to make the transition to a new career. Finding a job demands practical strategies. For veterans, the struggle is often aligning […]
Come join the Satterlee Foundation for a fun-filled day of music, games, beer and great food! We will have a no-host bar with a great selection of beer to sample along with your favorite cocktails. DJs will be playing music of all kinds, so come ready to dance! We will also be serving sausage, chicken, […]
About half of Americans will experience at least one traumatic event in their lives. Of those, a percentage will go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). 3.6% of adults experience PTSD in any given year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Women are nearly three times more likely than men to be affected. […]
Pregnant military spouses whose partners are deployed are at a higher risk for developing postpartum depression and mental health issues during pregnancy, according to a new report in the Journal of the Royal Army Medical Corps. On top of the “relatively unique circumstances” military families encounter, including frequent forced moves away from family and friends, researchers write […]
For the first time ever, the unemployment rate for the latest generation of veterans dropped below 4 percent in 2018, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The 3.8-percent annual unemployment rate for 2018 continues a seven-year trend of declines since 2011, when post-9/11 veteran unemployment peaked at 12.1 percent – more than […]
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor the fallen heroes that made the ultimate sacrifice while fighting for our freedom. Over 1.1 million U.S. service members have given their life while protecting our ideals and beliefs. They are not forgotten. Please take some time this weekend to look up a fallen hero, read […]
Military scenes and Veteran stories are often used to create some amazing music videos. Here are just a few, we’ll post more of these soon!