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August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Sep 11, 2025

Honor 9/11, support military families, and take action to ensure they receive equal access to IVF through the FY 2026 NDAA.

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From Dreams to Degrees: One Scholarship Recipient’s Story

From Dreams to Degrees: One Scholarship Recipient’s Story

Sep 8, 2025

Cathy Ann Ivory’s journey shows how NMFA’s Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship eased financial strain and empowered her to become a Family Nurse Practitioner serving military families.

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Rebuilding Your Support System After a PCS: Why Community Matters More Than Ever

Rebuilding Your Support System After a PCS: Why Community Matters More Than Ever

Sep 1, 2025

Every PCS brings challenges and possibilities, reminding military spouses that rebuilding community is key to belonging and finding new strength in each place.

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More Than a Spouse: Pivots, Purpose, and the Heart Behind the Work

More Than a Spouse: Pivots, Purpose, and the Heart Behind the Work

Aug 25, 2025

Military spouse Laurissa Armstead turned career pivots into purpose, building connection and community for military-affiliated students at the University of Arizona Global Campus.

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2025 PCS Questions Linger: Military Families May Have the Answer

2025 PCS Questions Linger: Military Families May Have the Answer

Aug 3, 2025

Military families like the Johansens face rising costs, confusion, and stress amid abrupt PCS changes and the collapse of the HomeSafe contract.

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More Than A Spouse: Balancing Purpose and Career Dreams

More Than A Spouse: Balancing Purpose and Career Dreams

Jul 21, 2025

Space Force spouse Nikki Gallagher takes her own military experience and applies it to every facet of her family’s life and her personal pursuits.

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July 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

July 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Jul 15, 2025

NMFA is advocating in Washington and supporting military families through every challenge—from policy change to Operation Purple Camp, now celebrating 70,000 campers worldwide.

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House Bill Boosts Spouse Employment and Maternal Health Support

House Bill Boosts Spouse Employment and Maternal Health Support

Jul 13, 2025

A new House bill offers promising support for military families—boosting spouse employment initiatives, enhancing perinatal mental health care, and addressing maternal health provider shortages.

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Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families

Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families

Jul 8, 2025

President Trump’s newly signed “Big Beautiful Bill” introduces major changes in defense, healthcare, taxes, and financial protections. Learn how these shifts may directly affect military families — from housing aid and healthcare to SNAP access and tax credits.

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Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Jul 7, 2025

Five must-have apps for military families to explore the outdoors, access free books, and attend local events during summer break.

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