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Adoption Policy and Resources Locate summaries of and links to Department of Defense and Service specific policy and legislation as well as valuable resources pertaining to adoption. Family-Support Program Expands; DoD, YMCA Strengthen Partnership By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Wednesday, September 17, 2008)
A military-family support program launched its nationwide expansion, and the Armed Services YMCA introduced a new offering to families whose loved one is deployed.
Muppets Make Sure Kids, Parents Prepare for Emergencies By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Wednesday, September 17, 2008)
Sesame Workshop and the Homeland Security Department launch a new joint program called "Let's Get Ready! Planning Together for Emergencies." The kit was created in collaboration with the department's "Ready Kids" campaign. Rosita, a Sesame Street Muppet, showed up at an elementary school with a flashlight, batteries, a shiny new radio and a message for about two dozen of the school's pre-kindergarteners: "Be prepared."
Deadlines Approach for Absentee Voting By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008)
Americans stationed overseas have just a few more weeks to complete voter registration in time to receive a ballot for the election. New Service Announced for Wounded Warriors, Families and Caregivers By Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs)
(Posted on Wednesday, September 10, 2008)
DoD announced today that the Military OneSource service has established a Wounded Warrior Resource Center telephone number and e-mail address for service members and their families, if they have concerns or other difficulties during their recovery process.Hurricane Season in Full Swing! Are You Ready? By MilitaryHOMEFRONT Staff
(Posted on Wednesday, September 03, 2008)
TRICARE urges you to be prepared in case of an emergency. Review important disaster preparedness information from Humana Military Healthcare Services about what to do before, during and after a disaster.
