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Highs and Woes of EFMP: My Military Family Experience

Highs and Woes of EFMP: My Military Family Experience

May 8, 2023 | Blog, EFMP/Special Needs, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens

Military Families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program need support, representation, and their stories heard.

FY23 NDAA Wins and Losses

FY23 NDAA Wins and Losses

Dec 21, 2022 | Child Care, Defense Budget/NDAA, EFMP/Special Needs, Featured News, Health Care, Spouse Education/Employment, Survivors

The Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2023 NDAA and sent it to the President for his signature. There was some good news for military families.

TRICARE Open Season Begins November 14: Details for Changing Plans

TRICARE Open Season Begins November 14: Details for Changing Plans

Nov 1, 2022 | Featured News, Health Care, Money/Budget/Benefits

Your opportunity to change or add to your family’s health, vision, and dental care plans will run from November 14 through December 13.

Military Families Experience Eating Disorders, Too

Military Families Experience Eating Disorders, Too

Dec 22, 2020 | Featured News, Health Care

Military families may be at a higher risk for eating disorders, but TRICARE’s support options might not be enough. Tell us your story.

From Pay to Health Care, Here’s What’s In the New NDAA For Military Families

From Pay to Health Care, Here’s What’s In the New NDAA For Military Families

Dec 8, 2020 | Defense Budget/NDAA, Featured News, Health Care, Spouse Education/Employment

Military families have plenty of good news in the FY21 National Defense Authorization Act, although the Basic Needs Allowance wasn’t included.

Is PTSD Affecting YOUR Family?

Is PTSD Affecting YOUR Family?

Jun 1, 2017 | Featured News, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Wounded Caregivers

Throughout history, it’s been called soldier’s heart, shell shock, war neurosis, and the ‘thousand-yard-stare.’ Today, it is known as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While names and descriptions for this condition have changed over the years, one undisputed fact exists among them all: PTSD has long been a consequence of war.

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The U.S. is Heading for a Government Shutdown. What Does it Mean for Military Families?

As the U.S. faces a potential government shutdown on October 1, here’s what military families can expect regarding pay, services, and support.

Military Family Guide: What Are You Seeing This School Year in Special Education and Accommodations?

What are you seeing this school year? Tell us how your family is navigating school transitions, IEPs, and accommodations so we can lift up your story.

Spouse Careers Are a Readiness Issue: Why the Military Spouse Hiring Act Matters

The Military Spouse Hiring Act would unlock career opportunities for military spouses, strengthen family stability, and boost national security through a proven tax credit model.

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