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- Family Matters Blog: DOD teacher finds crossroads in U.S. education - October 9, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Panel addresses exceptional issues - October 2, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Families can support suicide stand down - September 27, 2012
- Family matters blog: Spouses hold front line on detecting depression - September 10, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Spouses Hold Front Line on Detecting Depression - September 6, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Heroes program helps families travel - August 10, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: job fairs join spouses, employers - August 2, 2012
- Family Matters: Joining Forces exceeds expectations - July 30, 2012
- Railways Industry announces job opportunities for veteran service members - July 16, 2012
- Officials outline progress in protecting troops financially - June 28, 2012
- VA, EPA Program Connects Disabled Vets with Jobs - May 30, 2012
- Defense Department selects finalists for Freedom Award - May 23, 2012
- DOD marks growth in spouses' employment program - May 18, 2012
- Service members, families get free pass to National Parks - May 16, 2012
- Military Spouse Appreciation Day marks sacrifices, dedication of military spouses - May 10, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Website helps kids on the move - May 2, 2012
- Executive order safeguards military from predatory schools - April 30, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Passing the torch on family coverage - April 25, 2012
- Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve announces award semifinalists - April 20, 2012
- Military Kids Make Parents' Service Possible, First Lady Says - April 13, 2012
- First Lady, Dr. Biden mark 'Joining Forces' anniversary - April 12, 2012
- Mrs. Obama: Nation must 'step up forever' for military families - April 10, 2012
- First Lady Unveils New Military Spouse Hiring Effort - April 5, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Top 10 reasons I admire military kids - April 3, 2012
- Official: Take Time to Honor Military Kids' Service - April 2, 2012
- Senior Enlisted Leaders Meet to Tackle Troop, Family Issues - March 28, 2012
- Hero 2 Hired website aims to transform heroes to hired civilians - March 26, 2012
- Family Matters Blog: Military Kids Can Apply for Free Summer Camps - March 21, 2012
- DOD takes steps to remove spouse employment barriers - February 27, 2012
- DOD spotlights value of financial fitness - February 23, 2012
- First Lady lauds DOD's new nutrition campaign - February 21, 2012
- First Lady, Panetta unveil effort to aid spouse employment - February 16, 2012
- Website connects military spouses with jobs through virtual job fair - February 14, 2012
- New campaign aims to improve troops, families' health - February 10, 2012
- Proposal would expand support for military caregivers - February 1, 2012
- Missouri Guard member finds employment for fellow service members - January 31, 2012
- Family Readiness Groups serve vital role during deployments - January 24, 2012
- Mrs. Dempsey: Military families take care of each other - January 20, 2012
- Defense Department launches website for military children - January 19, 2012
- Free online service connects service members to babysitters, caretakers - January 18, 2012
- Medical colleges pledge to care for troops, families - January 13, 2012
- Community helps Missouri Guard family - January 11, 2012
- Obama vows to 'keep faith' with families - January 6, 2012
- Changes in AER include family dental assistance, spouse scholarships - January 5, 2012
- DOD sets goal to financially empower service members, families - December 16, 2011
- Military’s top senior enlisted leader says one suicide one too many, urges leadership at all levels to help - December 12, 2011
- NAVFAC public affairs officer receives Patriot Award for Guard member support - December 8, 2011
- Family Day draws 1,000 to Air Guard Base - December 2, 2011
- Oregon National Guard member helps service members reintegrate - December 1, 2011
- Illinois Guard Education Outreach Program continues to reach military children - November 30, 2011
- Families deployed to Afghanistan put human face on National Family Week celebration - November 29, 2011
- Bidens host holiday dinner for wounded warriors - November 23, 2011
- VA introduces Make the Connection: Shared Experiences and Support for Veterans - November 22, 2011
- Soldier learns to excel from those who never gave up on her - November 21, 2011
- Deployments & mental health: Longer dwell times may increase risk - November 18, 2011
- Oregon Guard schedules events to link members of all services with jobs - November 16, 2011
- JSLC: Citizen-Warrior unemployment rate unacceptable, effective reintegration essential, Panetta says - November 8, 2011
- Guard, Reserve members can nominate best employers for Freedom award - November 2, 2011
- Family Matters Blog: Keeping military marriages strong - October 28, 2011
- Army Leaders Pledge Ongoing Support of Family Programs - October 17, 2011
- DOD program gives spouses career options - October 4, 2011
- TRICARE striving to provide best care at best cost - September 29, 2011
- TRICARE reduces pharmacy home delivery co-pays - September 22, 2011
- TRICARE promises continued access to prescription medications - September 16, 2011
- Teenagers face challenges at California National Guard's Grizzly Youth Academy - August 30, 2011
- Talking natural disasters with kids - August 25, 2011
- Patriot Award honors outstanding spouse employers - August 10, 2011
- Obama announces veteran workforce initiatives - August 8, 2011
- First Lady, Dr. Biden launch Community Challenge - July 26, 2011
- Shinseki: VA Task Force improves care of women vets - July 20, 2011
- First Lady plans 'Joining Forces' events - July 19, 2011
- Air Guard spouse named Air Force Spouse of the Year - July 18, 2011
- VA officials create women veterans call center - July 12, 2011
- Guard members have one-stop information shop - July 5, 2011
- DoD officials seek input to update MWR services - June 27, 2011
- New partnership to expand job opportunities for military spouses - June 23, 2011
- Gates, Mullen protect family programs from budget cuts - June 21, 2011
- Mullen announces initiative to support veterans, families - June 15, 2011
- VA expands housing for homeless veterans, families - June 14, 2011
- DOD seeks input from Guard, Reserve employers - June 13, 2011
- Guard, Reserve employers earn top Defense Department honor - June 2, 2011
- Officials announce finalists for employer awards - May 18, 2011
- First Lady invites Guard, Reserve kids to fitness event - May 10, 2011
- May 6 is Military Spouse Appreciation Day - May 5, 2011
- Mrs. Mullen spotlights family issues in new blog - May 3, 2011
- New York Guard family program says family readiness is key to Guard success - April 27, 2011
- Wisconsin Guard Youth ChalleNGe graduates begin AmeriCorps service - March 28, 2011
- Defense Department asks spouses to share employment ups, downs - March 25, 2011
- Website links unemployed vets, spouses to jobs - March 23, 2011
- Resiliency a theme at North Dakota Guard family event - March 18, 2011
- Nevada Guard spouse garners nationwide military honor - March 10, 2011
- Mullen urges communities to assist returning troops - March 8, 2011
- Guard, Reserves impact on America's workforce measured in new DoD survey - March 4, 2011
- Illinois Guardmembers reach out to educators for military children - March 1, 2011
- The First Tee highlights DoD partnership - March 1, 2011
- VA opens toll-free caregiver support line - February 22, 2011
- New award recognizes supportive employers of Guardmembers' spouses - February 9, 2011
- VA program helps families help their veterans - February 2, 2011
- Mullen: Workplace flexibility focuses on families, children - February 2, 2011
- Guard Teen Leadership Council gives youth a chance to give back - January 28, 2011
- Center provides advice on post-deployment intimacy issues - January 27, 2011
- North Dakota Guardsmen attend marriage enrichment presentation - January 27, 2011
- Louisiana National Guard program teaches 'marriage maintenance' - January 26, 2011
- President announces 'unprecedented commitment' to military families - January 25, 2011
- National Guard program creates troop, family support networks - January 19, 2011
- Video earns Wisconsin National Guard ChalleNGe Academy top honors - January 18, 2011
- 'Hero Miles' program supports families of fallen, wounded - January 18, 2011
- Institute fosters community support of military - January 4, 2011
- Wisconsin National Guard Youth Challenge Academy graduates 25th class of cadets - December 22, 2010
- Famous military mom works to boost family support - December 15, 2010
- At-risk youth learn lessons, graduate from Guard's youth program - December 14, 2010
- DOD expands community-based child care options for Guard, reserve families - December 9, 2010
- Dr. Jill Biden Conveys Gratitude to Troops - December 7, 2010
- Handbook helps troops' families, friends - November 19, 2010
- Louisiana Guardsmen, families spend night on USS KIDD - November 17, 2010
- Children of deployed more likely to seek mental health care - November 16, 2010
- VA officials expand support for families of low-income veterans - November 16, 2010
- Park Service offers free admission on Veteran's Day - November 9, 2010
- STARBASE OK teaches kids all about sciences - November 9, 2010
- President proclaims November as Military Family Month - November 2, 2010
- Army pledges not to cut family programs - November 1, 2010
- Active, Guard, Reserve teams work together to help survivor families - November 1, 2010
- Guard children feel isolated, lack support from other military kids - October 29, 2010
- Casey discovers 'community of caring' during son's Guard deployment - October 29, 2010
- Disney offers special ticket, room offers in 2011 - October 27, 2010
- Program fills gap for returning Guard, Reserve - October 27, 2010
- Program helps Guard couples cope with deployments - October 26, 2010
- Commander lauds Guard, Reserve reintegration program - October 26, 2010
- Program links Guardsmen, families to jobs - October 21, 2010
- Officials tout post-9/11 GI Bill benefits - October 20, 2010
- Wounded warriors to heal mind, body closer to home - October 20, 2010
- Family Care Plan change addresses custody questions - October 19, 2010
- Free tutors available to Guard families - October 15, 2010
- Postal service sets holiday mail deadline - October 12, 2010
- Tricare promotes mail-order pharmacy option - October 12, 2010
- Military launches domestic violence awareness campaign - October 5, 2010
- Family advocates take cause to Capitol Hill - September 23, 2010
- DOD supports military children in public schools - September 22, 2010
- Louisiana Guard conducts marriage enrichment retreat - September 16, 2010
- Air Guard families encouraged to register with AFPAAS - September 14, 2010
- Officials Extend Spouse Career Program Deadline - September 10, 2010
- First lady, Dr. Biden urge troop, family support - September 7, 2010
- Contractor to provide overseas TRS support for Guardsmen - August 26, 2010
- 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' feedback sought from spouses - August 24, 2010
- Gulf state veterans may qualify for delayed mortgage payments - August 24, 2010
- Rhode Island Guards hosts Operation Purple camp this week - August 23, 2010
- Letters from Hollywood offer encouragement to servicemembers, families - August 16, 2010
- Joint: The new 'buzz word' in family support - August 4, 2010
- DoD officials stress importance of educating teachers about Guard children - August 4, 2010
- Leaders say volunteers key to Guard's success - August 3, 2010
- Supporting those who support military families - August 2, 2010
- Families key to suicide prevention in the National Guard - July 30, 2010
- Minnesota expands family care initiative - July 29, 2010
- Social media to bring workshop to family volunteers - July 28, 2010
- Act locally to improve schools, education leader says - July 27, 2010
- Guard, Reserve children need help in school - July 26, 2010
- Spouse jobs program to relaunch in October - July 26, 2010
- Guard Soldiers, spouses discuss reintegration programs - July 19, 2010
- Camp challenges prepare Alabama Guard kids for life - July 13, 2010
- North Dakota Guard's family notification goes high-tech - July 12, 2010
- Family Matters Blog: Mullen presses for more family support - July 12, 2010
- First Lady, Dr. Biden help military families - July 8, 2010
- 'Me and a Friend' program honors military kids - July 6, 2010
- Program eases adoption expenses for military families - June 29, 2010
- Air Force honors top youths at Pentagon - June 25, 2010
- Spouses' employers now eligible for ESGR Patriot Award - June 24, 2010
- Military parents voice education concerns to leaders - June 23, 2010
- Kids flock to Camp Beauregard for annual training - June 22, 2010
- Gates Reviews military spouse career program - June 18, 2010
- Program allows Soldiers to connect with kids despite deployment - June 11, 2010
- Preparation aids financial stability during deployments - June 10, 2010
- Families eligible for MyAirForceLife.com photography competition - June 8, 2010
- Airmen inspired by Good Grief camp on Memorial Day weekend - June 7, 2010
- Louisiana Guard recognizes sacrifices of family members - June 1, 2010
- Museums offers free admission to all Guard members, families - June 1, 2010
- Troop care tops nation's obligations, Biden says - May 27, 2010
- Military families eligible for free museum visits - May 24, 2010
- Air National Guard names 2010 Youth of the Year - May 18, 2010
- First Lady calls on nation to support military families - May 13, 2010
- First Lady announces military family review - May 13, 2010
- VA officials cutting insurance premiums for families - May 11, 2010
- TRICARE launches one-stop information portal for Guard - May 10, 2010
- Dog tags connect families to loved ones - May 10, 2010
- President issues 'Military Spouse Day' proclamation - May 7, 2010
- Vermont Soldiers celebrate Mother's Day in Afghanistan - May 7, 2010
- Oregon governor to recognize military families - May 6, 2010
- Obama signs veterans, caregivers legislation - May 6, 2010
- Yellow Ribbon event provides rest, eases redeployment - May 5, 2010
- Golf, life lessons available to Guard children - April 30, 2010
- Guard kids are different, but programs still available to them - April 29, 2010
- Ohio holds family readiness conference - April 27, 2010
- DoD recognizes best reserve component family programs - April 19, 2010
- Wisconsin Guard leaders honor families at annual conference - April 14, 2010
- Happy Hooligan helps save son's life - April 13, 2010
- Deployed troops bridge distance with technology - April 9, 2010
- National Guard mom semi-finalist for Military Motherhood Award - April 1, 2010
- PA Guard adjutant general swears in son, continuing family history of Army aviation - April 1, 2010
- USO Announces Sesame Workshop Tour Dates< - March 31, 2010
- New DVD helps children deal with deployment - March 31, 2010
- Wisconsin Guard unit's return a priceless moment for families - March 29, 2010
- Elementary students reach out to North Dakota Guardsmen - March 29, 2010
- Military gears up for 2010 Census - March 23, 2010
- 'Extreme Home' for Mississippi Guardsman airs March 21 - March 18, 2010
- Care plan to include parents with custody - March 15, 2010
- Employment program to resume for enrolled spouses - March 11, 2010
- Support helps children cope with deployments - March 10, 2010
- Guardsmen feel effects of foreclosure - March 8, 2010
- Guard retirees eligible for dental coverage - March 4, 2010
- 2010 census important to military families - March 3, 2010
- Air Force space camp open to ANG dependents - February 26, 2010
- Updated Web site helps wounded warriors, families - February 25, 2010
- New York families prepare for homecoming - February 23, 2010
- Study: Patriotic, active kids suffer less deployment stress - February 2, 2010
- Air Force launches family fitness Web site - February 2, 2010
- Study shows deployments' impact on Army wives - February 1, 2010
- Guard families get free access to caregiver network - February 1, 2010
- Air Guard sponsors teen summits this summer - January 28, 2010
- Free, online tutoring available to military families - January 27, 2010
- First Lady announces family program budget boost - January 26, 2010
- Mullen: Health of force, families vital to success - January 26, 2009
- Waiting for returning Guardsman a labor of love - January 15, 2009
- Officials urge more care for caregivers - January 14, 2009
- Air Force dedicates Center for Families of Fallen at Dover - January 7, 2009
- Walt Disney World celebrates U.S. military in 2010 - January 6, 2009
- DoD announces top family readiness groups - January 5, 2009
- AF unveils Year of the Family short story competition - January 4, 2009
- Community partnerships assist families of deployed Soldiers - January 4, 2009
- H1N1 pediatric vaccine recalled for low potency, not for safety - December 22, 2009
- Officials seek feedback on family programs - December 16, 2009
- Families can see off, greet troops at airport gates - December 14, 2009
- Study explores deployment impact on older children - December 10, 2009
- Toy giveaway benefits military families - December 7, 2009
- Guard wife spreads Thanksgiving spirit - November 30, 2009
- Respite child care expands to all 50 states - November 30, 2009
- Louisiana Guardsman proves 'Real Men Read' - November 24, 2009
- HooahMail means speedy delivery of letters to Afghanistan - November 24, 2009
- Alabama kids reach out to Alabama military kids - November 12, 2009
- Maryland governor visits educator training program - November 12, 2009
- Virginia Guard hosts workshop for military kids - November 10, 2009
- Guard offers information through Joint Services Support portal - November 5, 2009
- DoD officials aim to improve families' lives - November 5, 2009
- Postal service announces holiday mailing guidelines - October 29, 2009
- Red Cross to distribute holiday cards - October 26, 2009
- Reintegration not just for Soldiers - October 22, 2009
- Indiana Guard unit builds, maintains strong relationships - October 20, 2009
- Army of one family: Father never dreamed kids would follow suit - October 19, 2009
- North Dakota children honor deployed parents with yellow ribbons - October 16, 2009
- Soldiers read with families from across the world - October 13, 2009
- Yellow Ribbon Program continues to expand beyond Minnesota - October 13, 2009
- Air Force launches updated Key Spouse program - October 13, 2009
- DoD works to end domestic violence - October 8, 2009
- New York family volunteers meet in Saratoga - September 30, 2009
- DoD officials announce family program expansion - September 29, 2009
- DoD, VA panel discuss barriers to care - September 28, 2009
- 'Year of the Air Force Family Web site launched - September 28, 2009
- Entire family joins Florida Army Guard - September 25, 2009
- Servicemembers Can Weather Financial Storm - September 24, 2009
- Deployment specialists reach out to Florida troops, families - September 14, 2009
- First lady, Dr. Biden ask Americans to support military families - September 11, 2009
- Families to launch docent program at Pentagon Memorial - September 11, 2009
- Blog offers support to military families - August 25, 2009
- My wife saved my life - August 25, 2009
- Arizona forms coalition for military families - August 21, 2009
- Group finds foster homes for deployed troops' pets - August 21, 2009
- Yellow Ribbon Program provides support services - August 19, 2009
- Quick hire of military spouses starts in September - August 17, 2009
- More Guardmembers getting their health insurance through TRICARE Reserve Select - August 13, 2009
- Louisiana Guard helps children 'Stay on Track' - August 10, 2009
- 'Family Matters' blog offers support to military families - August 10, 2009
- DoD committed to supporting Guardmembers, families - July 29, 2009
- Joan Orr Spouse Award open for nominations - July 28, 2009
- Family support leads soldier to recognition - July 24, 2009
- Officials raise awareness of special needs programs - July 23, 2009
- Sisterhood of the Travelling BDUs - July 23, 2009
- Respite Care Offers Families Valuable Rest - July 17, 2009
- Heartwarming film pays tribute to Maine troop greeters - July 16, 2009
- Florida spouses deploy together for Iraq mission - July 10, 2009
- Air Force assists with adoption expenses - July 7, 2009
- Youth Camp connects Missouri Guard kids from across the state - June 26, 2009
- Kids encouraged to participate in disaster preparedness - June 26, 2009
- Web site to open sign-ups for post-9/11 GI Bill transfers - June 24, 2009
- DoD works to lessen impact of deployments on children - June 23, 2009
- Kids deserve medals too - June 22, 2009
- President acknowledges military father's sacrifices, contributions - June 22, 2009
- Wives and mothers of fallen Illinois Guard Soldiers enjoy a day of pampering - June 12, 2009
- Army identifies primary crisis intervention resources - June 3, 2009
- City in Oklahoma appoints ambassador to military families - June 3, 2009
- 'Her War' podcast aims to help military wives - May 20, 2009
- Illinois agencies help prepare for returning Soldiers - May 20, 2009
- New book for children of troops buried in Arlington - May 18, 2009
- Summer camps offered for Guard kids - May 13, 2009
- Illinois Air Guard spouse named top in Air Force - May 8, 2009
- North Dakota Soldiers support others in mom's day event - May 8, 2009
- "Passport" program helps Soldiers, families re-unite - April 24, 2009
- From field to nuptials during training at Guard site - April 24, 2009
- Oregon Guard launches Homefront Heroes program for kids - April 23, 2009
- New 'Operation Purple' program provides family retreats - April 23, 2009
- Guard families participate in 2009 White House Easter egg roll - April 14, 2009
- New 'eMagazine' keeps families in the know - April 10, 2009
- Program offers confidential counseling for troops, families - April 4, 2009
- DoD celebrates military children in April - April 4, 2009
- Special screening of new Sesame Street program available to Illinois Guard families - March 13, 2009
- New York Guard hosts largest "reintegration" effort yet - February 25, 2009
- Illinois Guard reaches out to families of deployed Soldiers - February 24, 2009
- Dad's duties to troops and tots - February 24, 2009
- Fisher House announces 2009 Newman's Own award competition - February 18, 2009
- Kentucky FRG provides hot meals to Soldiers - February 18, 2009
- Reserve Component Units Recognized for Superb Family Support - February 13, 2009
- Project Sanctuary provides retreat for military families - February 12, 2009
- Portland Trailblazers host Oregon Guardsmen, families - February 11, 2009
- Alabama Guard joins forces with Healthy Marriage Initiative - February 6, 2009
- Entertainers Join Elmo to Help Military Families Find 'New Normal' - January 30, 2009
- Disney Parks offers free five-day admission to military personnel in 2009 - January 06, 2009
- Public invited to comment on draft rules for spouse employment - December 15, 2008
- Guard families eligible for child care subsidy - December 1, 2008
- Grief expert offers advice on dealing with traumatic loss - November 25, 2008
- Monthly premiums decrease for TRICARE Reserve Select - November 20, 2008
- Video explains health care benefits for Guard and Reserve - November 12, 2008
- Guard wife engages community; brings support to military families - October 30, 2008
- Deadline nears to help retailer make wishes come true - October 30, 2008
- Muppets visit Pennsylvania Air Guard families - October 28, 2008
- Illinois teenager writes musical tribute to military families - October 24, 2008
- Gates lauds quality of wounded warrior care - October 22, 2008
- American Red Cross offers free class to military families - October 22, 2008
- SpouseBuzz holds fifth conference - October 21, 2008
- Military Health System Extends Feedback Deadline - October 21, 2008
- Child Care Relief Comes for National Guard families - October 20, 2008
- Experts watching mental health of Army children - October 20, 2008
- DoD Contracts for Free YMCA Membership for Deployed Guard and Reserve Families - October 7, 2008
- Donations from home help with Afghan mentoring and support mission - October 6, 2008
- Tricare Reserve and Guard family benefit now permanent - October 3, 2008
- Camps have chance to support military kids - September 30, 2008
- Executive order eases federal employment for military spouses - September 30, 2008
- CJCS, TAG salute Virginia volunteers - September 29, 2008