Army Reserve Career Counselors, Area 5, 8th BN, ARCG

12/06/2022

Watch as America's Army Reserve goes undercover infiltrating the and bringing the Spirit meter to 100%.The U.S. Army Reserve ...

12/06/2022

The Army has made you a leader. CVS Health wants you to lead as a manager.

11/06/2022

Soldier Highlight!
Meet SPC Hannah (12W) and PVT Hurtado (12W) of the 996th Engineer Company in Milwaukee, WI.
- SPC Hannah comes from a military family and currently goes to the Milwaukee School of Art and Design to pursue her artist endeavors.
- PVT Hurtado felt the call to join the US Army Reserve leading her family as the first female to join. And will soon pursue her collegiate dreams by enrolling at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee!

Both Soldiers enjoy their 12W MOS and regard each other as Battle buddy’s.

12W: Army Carpentry and Masonry Specialists. That deals with general construction, that specializes in heavy carpentry and masonry projects.

10/27/2022

452nd Field Hospital along with 410th Med Log enjoy a day of service supporting the Service Experience at the War Memorial Museum.

10/27/2022

Have you ever wanted to play your instrument in the Army Reserve? Please ask us how!
Here you have 1st BDE Band from Watertown, WI playing instruments that were built prior to the civil war!
Can you spot the Over the shoulder B-flat clarinet?

10/26/2022

We’re looking to find a family from each Military Branch to decorate a tree that will be in the window display of the War Memorial! The War Memorial Center is looking for families to help bring their vision of “Home for the Holidays” to life this Holiday Season. These trees would be ...

10/17/2022

SFC Robinson from 8th BN, ARCG participated in the Leader Solarium at AUSA this past week. AUSA Leader Solarium that provided a forum for 120 leaders that included Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard and DA civilians. Collectively leaders across the force was able to give feed back to Gen. James McConville and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston on opportunities and challenges facing the Total Army. The event occurred on Oct. 13, 2022, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, D.C.

10/17/2022

There is an update on the cool website! Soldiers take advantage of these opportunities! They are for you!

Army Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (Army COOL) has a new, updated look!

Army COOL Link: https://www.cool.osd.mil/army/contact/index.htm

The Army COOL website provides information on the Army Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program via FAQs, recommending credentials in Army COOL, and on how to recommend credentials. Check out the updated Army COOL!
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10/02/2022

Do you know a fellow veteran or you yourself that could use some assistance with the recent disasters?
You can find help and support through the VA and other resources on this page.

https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/veterans

After a disaster, if you’re a Veteran, you can find help and support through the VA and other resources on this page.

https://www.disasterassistance.gov/information/veterans

10/02/2022

Are you interested in Yellow Ribbon Events? Do you have questions about it? Call your local Army Reserve Career Counselor or just send us a message!
Find out more information at www.yellowribbon.mil
The FY23 schedule is out now!

Sign up for an 88th RD Yellow Ribbon Event!

The fiscal year 2023 schedule is out.

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program is a DoD-wide effort to promote the well-being of Soldiers, their families and communities, by connecting them with resources throughout the deployment cycle.

Topics covered at Yellow Ribbon events include: health care, education and training opportunities, financial and legal benefits, interpersonal communications, and stress management.

09/30/2022

Just think about it... it can happen! Two retirements!!!!

09/29/2022

An Evening to Salute the Heroes of Wisconsin.

Join us for a patriotic celebration that will honor a service member from each branch of service and a family of the fallen. WTMJ host of Wisconsin's Morning News, Vince Vitrano, will be the master of ceremonies for the night. The keynote speaker is Mark Vandroff, Chief Executive Officer of Fincantieri Marinette Marine, and retired as a Captain in the US Navy.

This is USO Wisconsin's largest fundraiser of year. The proceeds from the event will ensure that USO Wisconsin will continue to be able to provide vital centers and programs for currently serving military and their families.

Where: Milwaukee County War Memorial
750 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
When: Friday, November 4, 2022
Cocktail Reception: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Evening Program: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Register: one.bidpal.net/usoheroes22

The night promises inspiration, an opportunity for networking, and exquisite food provided by Zin/Fishbones Catering.

09/29/2022

The Arm-Me Up Careers Campaign, through MSCCN and Military Spouse Jobs, employs its no-cost direct connect job placement processes for all Army Spouses, active duty, retired, widowed, caregivers, sheltered, and fiancés.
Register today at www.arm-me-up.org

09/19/2022

IRR Soldiers do you miss your
We are looking for our team members!

09/08/2022

In the words of PVT Charran "There is No Limit! Everyone has trucks!"

Have you thought about your or just have questions? Send us a message or make an appointment!

09/07/2022

I know we all spending time at Ft. McCoy, which was founded in 1909. But how many of us know who it was named after? Fort McCoy was named after Major General Robert Bruce McCoy who was born on September 5, 1867 in Kenosha, Wis.! Happy Belated Birthday Sir!

*What is your favorite memory at Ft. McCoy?*

08/31/2022

Have you thought about doing something different? Perhaps changing your MOS? We have and other opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve. We are here when you are ready send us email or a message!

Listen to SSG Williams story and her take on the H2F!
The Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) System focuses on your total health and wellness as a Soldier, combining your physical fitness with proper sleep, nutrition, and spiritual health.

08/29/2022

Can you feel the motivation with this Soldier?! We can! Contact your local Career Counselor for future opportunities! And yes, give a Soldier in Basic and/or IET a big Hooooah!

Who has a Soldier in Basic Combat Training or Advanced Individual Training? Let's give them a big "HOOAH!"

08/24/2022

We Like Memories!
What is your favorite memory of Basic Training?

08/22/2022

Save the Date! September 29th Town Hall meeting with the Army Reserve Family Program

Army Reserve Family Programs Town Hall. Join the conversation on September 29, at 8:00 pm.

08/03/2022

OUT NOW: NEW ARMY AUDIOBOOKS FOR SOLDIERS! The success and popularity of the Army Audiobook program, launched in coordination with the Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate (CADD), created a demand for Field Manual (FM) and Army Doctrine Publication (ADP) downloads in the audio format. All Army authorized audiobooks can be found on Google or accessed on any laptop, desktop computer, smartphone, or iPad without a CAC card or cumbersome log-in directly at https://rdl.train.army.mil/catalog/search?current=true&search_terms=%23Audiobook

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08/03/2022

VetJobs seeks qualified Military Spouses, Veterans, Transitioning Service Members, Guard and Reserves, to join our team of Independent Contractors.

Apply now!

Current Openings with VetJobs include:

Grant Writer
Business Development Specialist

To apply and for more information please visit:
https://lnkd.in/eaSD5fC

The application period will remain open until filled.

For any additional inquiries please contact Bianca Nafpliotis, Director of Human Resources at [email protected]

08/01/2022

07/15/2022

Attention Madison Area: Free Summer Fun Family Event
For Details and to Register: https://fal.cn/3qahZ

07/15/2022

Army Credentialing and Continuing Education Services for Soldier (ACCESS). Army COOL – Important Message on the Credentialing Assistance (CA) Program End of Year Submissions!

Army COOL Link:
https://www.cool.osd.mil/army/index.htm

Army Credentialing Assistance page:
https://www.cool.osd.mil/army/costs_and_funding/army_credential_assistance.htm

07/14/2022

Looking for 2022 disability compensation rates? Check out U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs compensation benefits rate tables to find your monthly payment amount. Your monthly payment amount is based on your disability rating and details about your dependent family members.

Check out 2022 rates: https://www.va.gov/disability/compensation-rates/veteran-rates/

07/14/2022

If you receive disability compensation, pension, or education benefits from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, you can update your direct deposit information in your VA.gov profile. You’ll need your bank’s routing number and account number to make the updates.

Update your information today: https://www.va.gov/change-direct-deposit/

07/14/2022

The Department of Defense expanded commissary shopping privileges in the U.S. effective 1 January 2020 as part of the Purple Heart and Disabled Veterans Equal Access Act of 2018, included in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019. This expansion adds to the existing authorized shopper list found on our web page: https://bit.ly/3wU1NMy

Access was expanded to include:
• Veterans with any service-connected disability
• Purple Heart recipients
• Former Prisoners of War, and
• Individuals approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of eligible Veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers

Overseas Veterans should check with their local installation to verify privileges.

07/14/2022

You can file a claim for additional disability compensation for a qualified child, spouse, or parent. Learn more: https://www.va.gov/view-change-dependents

07/14/2022

Are you a transitioning servicewoman, or planning to transition within the next year? Consider taking U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs's Women's Health Transition Training. The course provides you with information on the health care services available to you post-separation from the military. 🏥

Learn more: https://www.va.gov/womenvet/whtt/index.asp

Take the course: https://tapevents.mil/courses/257

05/20/2022

Camp American Legion is our gracious host for the next WI-ISFAC. Their mission is "helping to heal those who served, continue to serve and their families through Wisconsin's north woods experience."

Come join us at Lake Tomahawk!