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Live in the West Region? There is a referral approval waiver in place through June 30, 2025. Learn More About the Referral Approval Waiver

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Resources for Separating Service Members

If you're preparing to separate from military service, there are programs and resources you can use to help you through the process. Read below to see what's right for you:

  • ACP – Mentoring Program
  • Armed Forces Support Foundation
  • Centurion Military Alliance  
  • Department of Defense Hearing Center of Excellence
  • DoDTap – Transition Assistance Program
  • Department of Labor Veteran’s Employment and Training Service
  • Helmets to Hardhats
  • Military OneSource
  • MOS Military Separation Guide
  • National Military Family Association – Resources for Separating Military Families
  • VA: Transitioning from TRICARE to Veteran's Health Benefits

 

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