The fifth annual Global SOF Symposium - US will bring together the Special Operations Forces (SOF) focused community in a collaborative and educational environment. This fifth iteration offers exciting new opportunities, including professional development workshops, business growth education, and a … Read more about Here’s what makes our U.S. Symposium Special in 2019
Dependent Indemnity Compensation & Why You Should Know About It!
This blog was written by CDR (Ret) Chuck Neu, former Global SOF Foundation SkillBridge Fellow. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability compensation recipients and non-compensable VA claimants, do you know what Dependent Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is and why it is SO VERY important … Read more about Dependent Indemnity Compensation & Why You Should Know About It!
A Unique Treatment for SOF Veterans with TBI and PTSD
The Global SOF Foundation met Dr. Erik Won and the Brain Treatment Center (BTC) a few years ago, when we heard some buzz about the work he and his team were doing with Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Based on the work going on at the BTC and input from … Read more about A Unique Treatment for SOF Veterans with TBI and PTSD
Getting the RIGHT Disability Compensation for You…AND Your Dependents
VA Disability Compensation Recipients: When was the last time you logged into eBenefits and checked to ensure your dependents appear on your current disability award? I want to start this by saying that I am not an expert in how the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) works. I am just a … Read more about Getting the RIGHT Disability Compensation for You…AND Your Dependents
The GSF Outlook on 2019
We’re a week into 2019, but it’s already shaping up to be the busiest year yet for the Global SOF Foundation (GSF)... Read on to get some insights on what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and how you can get involved. Here's a snapshot of 2019! Global SOF Symposium - US, March 5-7, 2019 As … Read more about The GSF Outlook on 2019
Navigating Your VA Benefits: Lessons from Someone Who Messed it Up
Heading into the Unknown When I started my retirement process at USSOCOM I had no idea what to expect. I was stressed out more during this period than at any time in my career – including combat. I had been well trained for combat and I knew what I was doing in the field, but I had no clue … Read more about Navigating Your VA Benefits: Lessons from Someone Who Messed it Up
Wrapping Up 2018
The holiday season is a time of togetherness, and we at the Global SOF Foundation made that happen to a festive degree this week! Read on to catch up on our annual holiday party, see how we we bid a fond farewell to two GSF “OGs,” and the impending launch of the GSF podcast! The 2018 Joint … Read more about Wrapping Up 2018
Simulators, Putters, and Huddlers! The GSF at I/ITSEC (and more)!
The GSF Team took a bit of a break to enjoy our Thanksgivings weekends with our friends and families, but that break was short lived--we rolled right back into action on Monday as we converged from various locations in Florida and DC to Orlando, FL…. That’s right. It’s I/ITSEC time. IT’S … Read more about Simulators, Putters, and Huddlers! The GSF at I/ITSEC (and more)!