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First Lady Honors Military Moms
Associated Press
WASHINGTON -- First lady Michelle Obama is honoring military mothers and wives for being "outstanding role models" for their children, communities ...
Flooded Basement Brings Out the Best
Into every military wife's life, a little rain must fall. Sometimes four inches of it. But always when her husband is deployed. This "rain" comes ...
Combat Stress or PTSD? How to Know the Difference
Combat Stress Reaction (CSR) is most frequently known as shell shock or battle fatigue. It results in a range of adverse behaviors as a result of s...
Ms. Vicki on PTSD: Facts and Resources
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD) is an emotional and psychological response to trauma that is shocking and painful. The person perceives the ...
Family Liaison Officer
Military.com
The Family Liaison Officer, or Ombudsman, is a communication link between the commanding officer and family members. Ombudsmen are mainly Informati...
'Step Up Forever' for MilFams
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON -- As First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden mark the first anniversary of their “Joining Forces” campaign this week, the two say ...
Mil Fams Face Money Problems
Associated Press
SEATTLE -- Military families aren't surprised when they hear about the financial struggles that Staff Sgt. Robert Bales, his wife and children face...
Benefit Questions
Dear Ms. Vicki,
Why is it when a military member retires he or she cannot change benefits to meet other members of the family even though they are...
Support Our Troops
Military.com
Looking for ways to support and honor U.S. military servicemembers and veterans who protect our security and freedom? In years past, you could wrap...
Spouse Preps for Visit With First Lady
Associated Press
MINNEAPOLIS -- When Nicole Lovald married a soldier, she thought military life meant a lot of moves around the country.
"I was young and I was nai...
Are You Experiencing Depression? 4 Symptoms You Should Know
Depression is the fourth most troublesome illness in the world -- it's estimated that more than 120 milllion people suffer from it. In the US alone...
New Show Seeks Military 'Unsung Heroes'
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON -- A new NBC show that rewards selfless people for their good deeds is seeking servicemembers, veterans and their families to spotlight ...
'I Always Sit with My Back to the Wall'
Military.com | Feb 08, 2012
RECOGNIZING WHEN PTSD IS IN YOUR LIFE
I once asked the wife of a veteran who was my patient, “When you go into a fairly empty restaurant, where do...
Holloman Key Spouses Recognized
Air Force News | Feb 13, 2012
HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- Members of Team Holloman’s Key Spouse program were recognized by 49th Wing leadership during a social training eve...
Program Supports IRR Soldiers, Families
Department Of Defense | Feb 01, 2012
ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Army Reserve, the Army Human Resources Command and the Army National Guard have joined to provide Individual Ready Reserve So...
Spouse Wants Better TBI Care
| Jan 25, 2012
A Fort Bliss Soldier's wife watched President Barack Obama deliver his State of the Union address from a seat in the House chamber Tuesday evening....
Send Valentines to Veterans
| Jan 24, 2012
DALLAS -- Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can show their appreciation to military servicemembers who came before them by sending free va...
Cloth Diaper Brigade Shows How to Save Green
Army.mil/News | Jan 18, 2012
FORT BLISS, Texas -- Disposable diapers are one of the more costly expenses of raising children. Having to change diapers every few hours or so can...
MilSpouses Honored on Wheel of Fortune
Navy News | Jan 18, 2012
CULVER CITY, Calif. -- Military spouses were featured as contestants on the television game show Wheel of Fortune at Sony Pictures Entertainment St...
Free Program Helps Find Local Sitters
Air Force News | Jan 12, 2012
FORT MEADE, Md. -- Airmen now have another option when it comes to choosing a caretaker for their children, pets and homes and even tutors. Sitter...
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