No one wants to be a broke grandpa, probably not even this guy. But if you don’t prepare for retirement or find a job after transitioning this could be you. Here are some tips to avoid that: (D-keine/Getty Images) 
The Veterans’ Employment and Training Service prepare you for a civilian career, including employment and transition assistance. They offer to help planning your transition to civilian employment, and researching local labor marks(Alan Lessig/Staff) 
The Department’s Employee Benefits and Security website has many publications, worksheets, and online tools about saving for retirement, making the most of your private sector employer’s benefits and financial planning. Use there resources now to enjoy retirement in paradise later. (TriggerPhoto/Getty Images) 
The Department of Veterans Affairs can provide a lot of assistance to transitioning military in terms of using healthcare, education and retirement benefits. Additionally if you are considering a government job they can help you make the most of your retirement benefits if you take a position within the federal government. You can also watch their webcast: Employment, Benefits and Financial Planning for Transitioning Service Members – Important Information for Your Financial Security Now and in the Future. (Charles Dharapak/AP) 
Information contributed by Marine Corps Community Service. Find more at http://www.usmc-mccs.org/. (Cpl. Jo Jones/Public Domain)
