Why You Should Attend a Retiree Appreciation Day

Retiree Appreciation Days, also called RADs, are a great way for retirees to get information regarding their retirement. These events are hosted by the Branch of Service’s Retirement Service Office or Retirement Activities Office. Organizations that offer services to military retirees are invited to speak at the events (virtually or in-person) and/or sit at a table to provide information and answer questions from retirees. You will often find speakers from the Branch of Service itself, the base or post hosting the event, the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), the Department of Veterans Affairs, TRICARE, and many other organizations.

Each event is slightly different, depending on which organizations have availability, so please check with the hosting office for a list of speakers and attendees. DFAS presents on the best ways to manage your retired pay, new projects that we are working on to help retirees, and any new legislation that may affect some aspect of your retirement. We can also answer individualized questions one-on-one. If there is a RAD close to where you live, we highly encourage you to attend. When you do, please say “hello” to the DFAS representative and let them know you saw this article. While we won't be there handing out DFAS-branded prizes in 2025, we will be attending virtually to assist with your questions and learn about how we can serve you better.

Here is a list of the upcoming events. We hope to see you there.

NRNW Naval Base Kitsap, WA
Retiree Appreciation Day
0900, Aug. 14, 2025
Bangor Plaza
2720 Ohio St., Silverdale WA 98315
Point of Contact: Terry Wimmer 360-315-3052; Terry.f.wimmer.civ@us.navy.mil
 
NAS Lemoore, CA
Retiree Appreciation Day
0800, Sep. 20, 2025
MWR Movie Theater, Bldg. 822, Hancock Circle
Point of Contact: Phone:  559-998-4038
 
NRC Minneapolis, MN
Retiree Appreciation Day 
0730, Sep. 27, 2025
Treasure Island Resort and Casino, Welch
Point of Contact: Email: metrojrad@gmail.com
Website: www.raominneapolis.com
 
SubBase New London, CT
Retiree Appreciation Day
0800, Oct. 18, 2025
Dealy Center (Base Auditorium)
Point of Contact: derosepa@yahoo.com
 
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI
Retiree Appreciation Day
0730,  Nov. 1, 2025
Military and Family Support Center, 4827 Bougainville Dr 
Point of Contact: (808) 474-0032