INTRODUCTION Veterans can be recently separated or long separated, which can include those with an honorable discharge or those who have retired. It is assumed that the military prepares them for everything they need in civilian life, but there are gaps in what they are told and what they need to know. Many people make assumptions about Veterans, such as: ● ● ● ●
They are all suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Their military skills make them automatically job ready They have a clear idea about their career path They know about resources available to them The military is a culture - like any other culture. Ask if they served in the military - it is a great way to start the conversation
There are many other assumptions about veterans, but they would like us to know these 15 facts so we can better understand and serve them:
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