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More Than A Spouse: Educator by Profession, Advocate for Military Kids Always

More Than A Spouse: Educator by Profession, Advocate for Military Kids Always

Sep 12, 2024 | Blog, Financial Security, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, More Than A Spouse, Operation Purple Programs, Spouse Education/Employment

Coast Guard spouse, mother, and educator Stephanie Slaughter shares how military service has intertwined with her teaching profession.

More Than A Spouse: Leading and Kicking from the Front to Make Impactful Change

More Than A Spouse: Leading and Kicking from the Front to Make Impactful Change

Aug 21, 2024 | Blog, Financial Security, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment

Marine Corps wife Amy Schweizer shares her journey of building a successful business and empowering military spouses to pursue their dreams.

Operation Purple Camp: Koettel Family Embraces Unique Summer Experience

Operation Purple Camp: Koettel Family Embraces Unique Summer Experience

Aug 13, 2024 | Blog, Marriage/Divorce, Military Kids, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Operation Purple Programs

How NMFA’s Operation Purple Camp shaped and influenced the Koettel family’s outlook on military family life.

The Art and Science of Caring for Young Caregivers

The Art and Science of Caring for Young Caregivers

Aug 9, 2024 | Featured News, Military Kids, Military Teens, Wounded Caregivers

At this year’s Hidden Helpers Summit, caregiver kids were front and center—showing their strength, vulnerability and love for their families.

What the Surgeon General’s Warning Means for Military Teens

What the Surgeon General’s Warning Means for Military Teens

Jun 17, 2024 | Featured News, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Operation Purple Programs

A new warning from the Surgeon General looks at the dangers of social media for teens. But for military teens, can it also help?

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

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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Operation Purple Camp brought together over 1,200 military-connected kids and teens this summer for a free week of adventure, friendship, and community.

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Bipartisan lawmakers are pushing to extend TRICARE dependent coverage to age 26, aligning military benefits with civilian healthcare standards and easing costs for thousands of military families.

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