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June 2023
Still Serving Veterans was honored at Huntsville City FC for the US Army’s birthday! Plus, we’re gearing up for National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25th.
Security Careers: A Veteran Security Team
Mr. Scheffler is a former Marine and one of several Veterans who are proud members of the Security & Safety team at Huntsville Hospital Health System. Basic Military training instilled a strong sense of teamwork and provides the tools this team uses daily to assess and de-escalate situations quickly.
Still Serving Veterans announces retirement of Paulette Risher, President/CEO, Major General, US Army (Retired) effective March 31, 2023
After more than a decade of compassionate, mentoring leadership, Major General, US Army (Retired), Paulette Risher, has announced her plans to retire as President/CEO of Still Serving Veterans at the end of March. We are forever grateful for her outstanding service and dedication to the Veteran community.
Huntsville-based non-profit, Still Serving Veterans, announces new President/CEO effective April 01, 2023
It is with great pleasure that we announce Richard B. Landolt, Rear Admiral, US Navy (Retired), as the next Still Serving Veterans President and CEO effective April, 1, 2023.
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Not everyone who leaves the Military does so by choice… sometimes an unexpected event causes an injury or health change forcing a drastic course shift. SSV has Veteran Career Counselors standing ready to listen and help you build a new future after medical discharge.
Air Force Career Transition: Jason’s Success Story
Making the move from service member to civilian success – “I spent a lot of time wondering if I would ever land the right job for me. I was afraid I would be like scores of other vets who jump from place to place looking for the right landing spot. My SSV career counselor guided me, coached me, and pointed me in the right direction.” – Jason, US Air Force
Air Force Veteran Job Search: Amber’s Success Story
“I had to ‘get over the ask,’ and reach out to my community, to find out about those resources that were truly available to me, to assist me in my next great adventure.” #VeteransHelpingVeterans
Recommitting to the Job Search: Tips for Veterans
Are you unemployed, underemployed, miserably employed, or transitioning military and feel that you have lost your way in the job search? Here are seven concrete actions you can take to re-energize your job search!
Overcoming Post-Military Challenges: Steve’s Path to Success
“There are many moments where, as a young Veteran, you feel lost in unfamiliar territory and don’t know where to locate assistance. While on Active Duty you feel like you can accomplish anything, you feel grounded and supported. Once you leave, it’s as if you’re starting over…”
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