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ACP Mentorship
Free, year-long 1:1 civilian mentorship for service members & spouses.
Transition Hub
Color-coded quick links for Active Duty → Civilian. Hover/tap for details, click to launch.
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B
Benefits (VA)
Start at VA.gov to view, apply, and manage your benefits.
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C
Career & Federal Jobs
Veterans’ preference, federal pathways, and local job help.
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D
DD214 & Documents
Lock down your DD214, STRs, and forwarding info early.
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E
Education (GI Bill)
Pick the right school, understand costs, and avoid pitfalls.
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F
Financial & Budget
Build your post-separation budget and crush debt early.
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G
GI Bill Tools
Know TEB rules & deadlines; avoid surprise obligations.
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Health & Mental Health
Warm handoffs & confidential counseling during transition.
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Insurance & TRICARE
Bridge coverage after TRICARE; compare life insurance options.
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JST & Credit
Turn your training into college credit and credentials.
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Knowledge Hub (TAP)
Official courses, schedules, and the full link compendium.
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LinkedIn & Networking
Build your civilian brand and expand your network.
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M
MOS Translator
Translate your rating/MOS into civilian job language.
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NRD & Local Help
Vetted services, jobs, and community resources near you.
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Opportunities
Internships, apprenticeships, and credentials before you EAS.
18–24 Months
- Book Initial Counseling & Pre-Separation (TAP).
- Create LinkedIn; get a mentor (ACP).
- Pull JST/VMET; explore MilGears & O*NET.
- Scan SkillBridge, apprenticeships, COOL/USMAP.
12–18 Months
- Register for TAP Core + chosen 2-Day Track.
- Start a post-separation budget; review housing moves.
- Shortlist schools/training; map GI Bill options.
6–12 Months
- Build a master résumé; targeted versions for roles.
- Book SHPE/SHA & dental; line up family needs.
- Apply broadly; hit hiring events & AJCs.
4–6 Months
- HHG/relocation; legal docs & will; terminal leave vs sell-back.
- Polish LinkedIn; practice interviews.
3 Months
- BDD disability claim window (90–180 days).
- Confirm TAMP/CHCBP; review VGLI.
- Finish Capstone & CRS; verify ITP is complete.
≤ 90 Days
- Capstone complete; job/school offers in hand.
- Update VA, milConnect & forwarding address.
- Collect certified copies of DD214.
Day of Separation → +365
- Enroll in VA health; confirm benefits active.
- Stay engaged on LinkedIn; keep networking.
- Use Military OneSource support (first 365 days).
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Empowering Transitions Through Purpose and Pathway.
Empowering Transitions Through Purpose and Pathway.
Head Office: #1 Columbus Tower Suite 610 Town Center Dr.Corner Main Street Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462Telephone: (757) 932-8978 (Text & Mobile Friendly)
“Transforming Service into World-Class Citizenship. Powered by CommerceWise by Tony Astro: Where Transitions Become Triumphs.”
Empowering Transitions Through Purpose and Pathway.
Head Office: #1 Columbus Tower Suite 610 Town Center Dr.Corner Main Street Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462Telephone: (757) 932-8978 (Text & Mobile Friendly)
“Transforming Service into World-Class Citizenship. Powered by CommerceWise by Tony Astro: Where Transitions Become Triumphs.”
Empowering Transitions Through Purpose and Pathway.
Empowering Transitions Through Purpose and Pathway.
Head Office: #1 Columbus Tower Suite 610 Town Center Dr.Corner Main Street Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462Telephone: (757) 932-8978 (Text & Mobile Friendly)
“Transforming Service into World-Class Citizenship. Powered by CommerceWise by Tony Astro: Where Transitions Become Triumphs.”
CommerceWise is a FREE community public service by Tony Astro for Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Families.
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Why: Transitioning members can be most vulnerable after separation as military support ends and services shift mainly to civilian systems and VA.
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CommerceWise fills readiness gaps sometimes missed in standard TAP delivery—practical education, career tools, planning, and guidance.
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Disclaimer: Independent nonprofit public service. Not affiliated with or endorsed by DoD/Navy/FFSC/VA. Educational only—verify official policy with your command/TAP office/VA.
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CommerceWise is a FREE community public service by Tony Astro for Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Families.
•
Why: Transitioning members can be most vulnerable after separation as military support ends and services shift mainly to civilian systems and VA.
•
CommerceWise fills readiness gaps sometimes missed in standard TAP delivery—practical education, career tools, planning, and guidance.
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Disclaimer: Independent nonprofit public service. Not affiliated with or endorsed by DoD/Navy/FFSC/VA. Educational only—verify official policy with your command/TAP office/VA.
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