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Financial Matters: Five Steps to Take Before Deployment
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Supporting Children and Youth During Deployment
Planning for a Successful Reunion and Reintegration
Staying Connected with Your Service Member During Deployment
Deployment Extensions
What’s Next? Deployment Tips for Loved Ones
Six Ways to Stay Informed During Deployment
Practicing Mindfulness During Deployment
Staying Connected with Your Loved Ones During Deployment
In Case of Emergency: Be Prepared
Security and Safety During Deployment

Reunion and Reintegration

National Guard and Reserves: Things to Know About Reintegration
Five Tips to Support Children During Reintegration
Creating a New Normal as a Family
Revisiting Personal Affairs
What to Expect: An Overview of Reunion and Reintegration
Mental Health After Deployment: What to Know and Where to Get Help
Returning to Your New Normal

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Seeking help is not a sign of weakness. If you or a loved one is struggling with anxiety, depression, combat stress or other mental health issues during reintegration, help is available from a variety of mental health resources. Learn more about mental health after deployment: what to know and where to get help.

For emergencies, call the Military Crisis Line at 800-273-8255 and press 1. You can access their online chat by texting 838255.

Military OneSource offers a variety of tools and services to promote overall health and well-being. Learn more about resilience tools to help you manage your mood and strengthen your relationship. In addition, these free mobile wellness apps can help you build resilience anytime, anywhere.

While celebrating your reunion, be careful not to overspend. It is important to revisit your income and budget now that you’re back, as your financial situation will likely change. Follow these financial affairs tips, and take advantage of free support programs for help with finances and budgeting. Contact your installation personal financial management services office for more information about services.

Know what to expect if you’re entering an institution of higher education, especially if you are a National Guard or reserve service member. Now is a great time to think about your future and what you can do to get there. Find out more about National Guard and reserve reintegration, and Veterans Affairs education and training benefits.

Veteran Benefits

As a veteran or family member, you may be eligible for a wide range of benefits and entitlements including disability, home loans, health care or pension. Visit the Department of Veterans Affairs website for more information on the different programs, eligibility criteria and how to apply.

Talking about what happened during deployment can be difficult sometimes. Service members may not want or be able to discuss some details of deployment, and loved ones may struggle with hearing, or not hearing, information. While open and honest conversation is important, be patient with each other and only discuss what you are comfortable sharing. If you are having trouble communicating, check out these relationship resources from Military OneSource. For a refresher on what can be shared from a security point of view, read these operations security guidelines.

Legal and Administrative Affairs

Now that everyone is home, it’s a good idea to revisit personal affairs. Consider updating documents like powers of attorney, wills, life insurance beneficiaries and your family care plan. You may also need to verify your family’s information in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System, or DEERS.

Non-medical Counseling

Sometimes you could use a hand navigating the challenges of military life. Military OneSource consultants can connect service members and families with resources to help with parenting and relationship issues, financial questions, deployment adjustments and more. Learn more about free, confidential non-medical counseling for service members and families.

If you’re a National Guard or reserve service member, returning to the civilian work force is part of reintegration. Know your protections under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act.

Reunion Expectations

Reunion is an exciting time. Setting realistic expectations is important. Things typically don’t get back to normal right away, and that is OK. Learn more about the reunion and reintegration process, and try these 10 ways to rock your reunion.

Household Changes

Your household may operate a little differently now that deployment is over – and that’s to be expected. As you and your loved ones adjust to being together again, some of the activities you enjoyed together may no longer feel like a perfect fit. Consider these ideas for creating a new normal as a family. Discuss expectations around chores and responsibilities with a fresh perspective. If you have children, check out these five tips to support children during reintegration.

Shortly after returning, service members will have a variety of options for taking some well-deserved leave. Learn more about military leave and how it works.

Health Assessments

A series of health assessments may be required once you return from deployment. Visit the Psychological Health Center of Excellence website to learn more about deployment health assessments.

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