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What resources are available for women Veterans?

by | Oct 14, 2021

When you think about Military benefits, who do you think is covered? Most people think about the benefits available for active duty Service Members and Veterans, but Military benefits are so much more than that. Did you know there are also benefits available for military spouses? These benefits can be valuable in helping Military spouses navigate Military life, especially when their significant other is away on deployment. So, what benefits are available for military spouses? There are tons of benefits available, far too many to list here, but here is a list of our Top Seven benefits available for Military Spouses. Some of these are available automatically, and some you will require you to apply. Regardless, they are all benefits that are worth checking out. #1 Transferred GI Bill Benefits Service members and Veterans can transfer their education benefits to their spouses or their children. There are some limitations around this, but this is an excellent benefit that Military spouses can take advantage of if their husband or wife isn't planning on using all of their education benefits on themselves. Military spouses can even use these benefits up to 15 years after their spouse leaves the service. #2 Free On-Base Classes Several free classes and resources are offered for Military spouses on-base. These can include everything from classes on processing the challenges of military life to resources for families and even resources for finding a job. Check on your base to see what classes and resources are available for you to utilize. #3 Family Service Members' Group Life Insurance (FSGLI) Service members can enroll their family members in this program for life insurance coverage that spans from $10,000 up to $100,000. There are a few restrictions to this program, such as dependent coverage can't exceed the scope held by the Service member. FSGLI is a great resource to ensure that everyone is adequately covered and can be cared for in a time of need. #4 Free Healthcare All active duty Military personnel and their dependents receive free medical care. It can include everything from doctor's appointments to medical treatments and even medicine that can be purchased on base. #5 Employment Opportunities There are several programs and events available to help military spouses find employment. One of these resources is the Military Spouse Employment Partnership hosted by the Department of Defense (DoD). This program helps to pair Military spouses with partner employers that have committed to hiring military spouses. It is an excellent way for military spouses to find valuable employment with an employer who understands a military spouse's needs. #6 Childcare Most military bases have daycare centers available for service members to use. This childcare service isn't free; however, it is typically much more affordable than other civilian childcare options. If you don't live near a base or there isn't availability at the on-base daycare, you can also apply to receive a subsidized allowance to pay for civilian daycare centers as long as they are approved. #7 Recreation Benefits Military Welfare and Recreation (MWR) manages most recreation facilities on every base, and these activities are part of your benefits as a MilSpouse. Some of the things that can be included are gyms, pools, bowling, golf, and even classes like a dance. Each base has different services, so you will want to contact your local MWR office to see what is available in your area. These are just a few of the fantastic benefits that are available for Military spouses. There are so many more, up to and including perks offered through The National Park Service and several different hotels and travel destinations. Being a Military spouse can be challenging, so these benefits are available to help make your life a little easier. Utilize as many of these benefits and resources as you need to ensure that your experience as a Military spouse is just as successful as your partner's Military career

There are over 2 million female Veterans in the United States, but a large portion of this group is not receiving the acknowledgment or assistance they deserve. There are many reasons for this, like lack of awareness of resources available for women Veterans. To increase awareness, we have put together a list of a few resources that women Veterans can utilize to benefit from their help.

#1: Center for Women Veterans

The Center for Women Veterans is located on the VA.gov website. This page is dedicated to providing resources for women who have served in the armed forces. This site includes access to research and reports regarding female Veterans, benefits specific to women, and even events.
A lot of the benefits on this page are available to both men and women Veterans, but a few are more specific to females. These include health care benefits specialized for women, resources for sexual harassment, assault, rape, and information about maternity care.

#2: U.S. Department of Labor – Women Veterans Research

The U.S. Department of Labor is dedicated to assisting Veterans in need of employment. Still, the Women Veterans Research page takes this one step further and dives into how female Veterans navigate civilian careers. This research aims to ensure those female Veterans are treated as equitably as male Veterans in the workforce.

Women Veterans can use the information from this research to better prepare themselves for transition and throughout their career.

#3: WomenVetsUSA

WomenVetsUSA is focused on providing women who served with opportunities to prosper in their civilian life. They provide access to several different resources explicitly geared toward women Veterans. This includes resources for helping plan your transition and a detailed list of nationally recognized nonprofit organizations to help with all female Veterans’ needs.

These are just a few of the resources that are available for women Veterans. You can always check va.gov for the most updated list of benefits and information for all Veterans.

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