By Jerry & Sheila Island Living The Real Reasons US Veterans Are Moving to the Dominican Republic A Quiet Shift You Might’ve Noticed… More and more US veterans are moving to the Dominican Republic for lower stress, affordable living, and a lifestyle shift that supports mental and financial health. After years of structure, noise, and high stress, life in the States can start to feel like it’s moving too fast. The DR gives them a chance to slow down, breathe, and rebuild life