Prepare for Deployment

Preparing for deployment can seem like an uphill battle. But we've been there. Here's what you need to know.

"The MEU is a place where if anyone comes here they have a tremendous opportunity to grow mentally and professionally."

If you're a Reserve or Guard member leaving your job for deployment, be sure to take care of the items on this checklist.

In order to ensure a smooth transition back to work, you need to communicate with your employer. You have rights and...

Aircraft carriers will deploy with new rules: although deployments will be more predictable, sailors will spend more time at...

So are you? No, this isn't a trick question, but to answer fully it probably takes more than a simple "yes" or "no."

When we view a challenge as an opportunity for growth and resolve to handle it in a healthy way, we are choosing a resilient...

Pre-Deployment can strain any relationship, so it's important to figure out the best way for both of you to handle it.

Deployments are stressful for the entire family, so it's important to maximize the time you have before shipping out.

As a parent of a servicemember, you cannot overestimate the importance of your approval and support before they deploy.