The country will soon come together to celebrate its independence, honoring those who currently serve our country and the veterans who proudly served in years past. Unfortunately, far too many veterans and military families find themselves fighting a different battle here at home, one which threatens their financial independence.
According to a recent report from the Labor Department1, the unemployment rate for veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan is about 11 percent; this is about 2 points higher than the unemployment rate for the general population and one of every 10 veterans are living in poverty. For veterans going through tough financial times, or struggling to find a job in several states, Assurance Wireless is a smart, free way to increase the odds of securing employment.