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When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

Oct 14, 2025 | Blog, Defense Budget/NDAA, Financial Security, Food Insecurity, Health Care, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits

No family who serves our nation should have to worry about a missed paycheck. Together, we can help protect their stability and peace of mind.

Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

May 1, 2025 | Blog, Military Kids, Military Teens, Operation Purple Programs, Wounded Caregivers

Prioritize your family’s mental health by exploring resources and support tailored to the unique challenges of military life.

Military Families Speak Out on the High Cost of TRICARE Young Adult

Military Families Speak Out on the High Cost of TRICARE Young Adult

Apr 17, 2025 | Blog, Defense Budget/NDAA, Financial Security, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits

TRICARE Young Adult is a financial strain for military families with young adult dependents and we demand change.

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Apr 8, 2025 | Blog, Child Care, Deployment, Financial Security, Kids Education, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Spouse Education/Employment

The “Charity Challenge” project at Wadsworth Middle School inspires students to advocate for causes such as supporting military families.

Honor Their Service by Voting This November

Honor Their Service by Voting This November

Sep 25, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, Military Teens

As military families prepare to vote, we have guidance about registering and casting ballots and DoD’s guidelines on political activities.

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Shutdown Impact Series: Healthcare Uncertainty for Military Families

Military families share how the government shutdown is disrupting access to health care, TRICARE services, and vital medical support.

Military Family Food Insecurity Isn’t New, But the Shutdown Made it Impossible to Ignore

Missed paychecks reveal a crisis beneath the headlines: military families fighting food insecurity while serving our nation.

Shutdown Impact Series: PCS Disruptions Leave Military Families in Limbo

As the government shutdown continues, military families caught mid-PCS are facing mounting uncertainty, financial strain, and disruption.

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