Des Plaines business leaders start 'Boot Camp' to help vets transition into the civilian world of work

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Des Plaines business leaders start \u0027Boot Camp\u0027 to help vets transition

But what happens when their military service ends and civilian life begins again? Des Plaines city and business leaders are taking steps to help veterans navigate that transition.Navy vet Essie Hall used the 10-week program to advance her career in the U.S. Postal Service.

"I was feeling reluctant. actually, they embraced me. I was thinking my age, but they gave me great resources so I can re-start my career." The boot camp also connects veterans with volunteer projects and mentors and ends with a graduation ceremony. Thank you to our Veterans and their families, past and present. From all of us at the City of Des Plaines, Happy...

 

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