2011 Year in Review
For most of us, including the National Military Family Association, welcoming the New Year means a time to reflect on the challenges and successes of the previous year. In 2011, much was accomplished as we continued the work we are privileged to do – strengthen, protect, and speak up for our Nation’s military families. (More)
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)
Accessing Mental Health Care
Military life comes with challenges that sometimes require military family members to seek help for them or their family members. Military families and service members, who need assistance with deployment-related stress and relationships—as well as more serious issues such as depression—have several options for help. (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)
Bridging the Knowledge Gap: Helping Parents Feel Connected to the Military Community
From time to time, new service members bring their parents and/or siblings to pre-deployment events. This is a great way to educate their families by exposing them to military culture, other military families, and to hear about the resources available to service members. (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)
Deployment Chronicles
The hardest job in the world in my opinion is that of a military wife. In a moment’s notice, your whole life can change. You are not given much time to adjust to the situation, so therefore you just put on a strong and happy face for your spouse and hope for the best. (More)
Divorce
In this page: Information about divorce and related benefits. (More)