“I encourage every transitioning veteran I know to reach out to SSV! Their quality of service and genuine enthusiasm for helping transitioning service members far exceeds that of any other services I utilized, with the exception of my SkillBridge experience.”

“SSV understands the difficulty transitioning service members face getting into civil employment. The mentorship, guidance and support from SSV was a light in a dark employment situation for me.”

Kerchell's military identity had been deeply ingrained in her, shaping her confidence and self-worth. When she left the service, adjusting to a new civilian identity and culture was one of her toughest challenges.

Be open to having “Areas to Improve” as you leave the military.

"Don't give up, be that multi-tool of experience no matter how small it is. Don't undersell yourself and don't oversell yourself.”

Cody's journey serves as a reminder to fellow Veterans that help is available, and organizations like Still Serving Veterans are here to provide the personalized support needed to navigate life beyond the military.

"I am presently surprised at how easy the transition was by doing all the classes and courses that Still Serving Veterans offered.”

“I was very pleased with the results as Steve was very proactive with checking in on me and providing me with new techniques. I was quickly hired to a new job just a few weeks after retirement,” Joe said of his experience.

“Being in the military is a very secure life position, and after 20 years of having that kind of job security, not having a job and searching for one was stressful and anxiety producing."

Veterans leaving the military often find themselves grappling with the task of translating their military experience into something that makes sense to civilian employers. Learn how Brandan took his highly specialized and technical military skills and found a civilian equivalent.

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.

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.

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

“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

“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…”

“Start by identifying your “Why”, then build a team of mentors to help guide you toward your new career goal.”

Matthew came to SSV looking for resume help and left with a full-time career.

After over 40 job applications, and just as many ‘nos’, Ernest had the courage to reach out for help and has now found a career where he is thriving.

“SSV made what was a scary, unknown process a positive and hopeful one and we will always be grateful for their kindness, actionable advice, and warm words of comfort.”

“I received encouragement, guidance, and advice which has shown me that I had a lot of valuable skills and talents that major corporations are looking for.”