2012 Association Issues and Actions
December 15, 2011
Our Association believes the Federal government has an inherent responsibility to provide support for military families and to ensure the readiness of the service member. To address the challenges facing our Nation and its military families this year, our Association has identified critical priorities. (More)
Additional Support
In this page: Learn about additional resources for survivors, including those at the state level. (More)
Adoption
In this page: You have decided to share your lives with a child through adoption. How do you start the process? (More)
Care From Civilian Providers
In this page: To have a robust network of care, the Department of Defense contracts with companies to build networks of civilian hospitals, clinics, and doctors to provide additional services to TRICARE beneficiaries. (More)
College Students and TRICARE
In this page: Important information for college students using TRICARE. (More)
Disaster Preparedness Resources for Beneficiaries
June 14, 2011
With natural disasters consistently making headlines, the National Military Family Association thought our military families could use a one-stop resource for disaster preparedness information. It is important for all families to know the resources available and where to turn in the event of a disaster. (More)
Divorce
In this page: Information about divorce and related benefits. (More)
Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal: One Year Later
In December 2010, both the Senate and the House of Representatives repealed DADT and President Obama signed the repeal legislation. On July 22, 2011, the President, Secretary of Defense, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs certified to Congress that the armed forces were prepared to implement the repeal that was consistent with the standards of military readiness, military effectiveness, unit cohesion, and recruitment and retention of the armed forces. (More)
Government Shutdown - What Military Families Need to Know
April 7, 2011
We are hours away from a possible government shutdown which has created worry and stress for military families. Fiscal Year 2011 started on October 1, 2010, but Congress has yet to approve the needed funding bills to keep most of the government, including the Department of Defense running. (More)
Have You Talked to Your Member of Congress Lately?
Every member of Congress has military families in their states and districts. While we represent military families, we are one voice of many that the candidates will hear in this busy election. You can reinforce this message by reaching out to your own member of Congress. (More)
