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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.

How to Select the Right TRICARE Plan for Your College Student

How to Select the Right TRICARE Plan for Your College Student

Aug 4, 2024 | Featured News, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits

Military families have health care coverage options for their college-aged kids and NMFA shares what to consider when choosing one.

July 2024 Video Newsletter

July 2024 Video Newsletter

Jul 9, 2024 | Defense Budget/NDAA, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Newsletters

Military family quality of life issues remain our focus. This month, we ask military families to share their stories with Congress.

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: Balancing Purpose and Career Dreams

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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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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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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