ABOUT THIS SITE
Our Mission
This platform exists to serve U.S. veterans and their families with clear, practical guidance for life beyond the uniform. Our writers translate dense regulations, benefits programs, and day‑to‑day transition hurdles into plain language you can act on—whether you’re filing a VA claim, hunting for a civilian job, or steadying the family’s finances after a PCS‑to‑permanent move.
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Carson
Retired U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer (E-7)
At the helm is Mike “Harbor” Carson—a fictional retired Navy Chief Petty Officer who embodies the collective experience of the sailors, soldiers, airmen, Marines, and caregivers who contribute here. Harbor’s sea‑tested perspective draws on hundreds of real voices, blended into one steady, empathetic mentor who speaks softly yet squarely about what works and what doesn’t.
Our Articles
Our Mision
Our content spans the full horizon: VA health and disability benefits, education and apprenticeships, career pivots, financial readiness, mental health, family support, and the small quality‑of‑life hacks that make civilian shores feel a little more like home port. Regulations change, programs evolve, and we update our guides accordingly—always aiming to cut through red tape and deliver straight answers.
Your feedback keeps us on course. If there’s a topic you want Harbor and the crew to chart next—or an update we should make—swing by the contact page and drop us a line. Every suggestion helps refine our bearings so we can keep serving those who have served.