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Why Unspoken Expectations Erode Trust (and How to Fix It)
In this episode of Practicing Connection, Jessica introduces the Expectation Audit, a simple but pow...
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Insights and Best Practices from the USDA Summer Food Service Program
June 11 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), often called "SUN Meals" is a USDA-funded, state-administered program providing free, nutritious meals and snacks to children 18 and younger in low-income areas...
Coping with Client Loss: Professional Approaches for Service Providers
June 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT
Client loss — whether through suicide, combat-related death, illness, or other traumatic circumstances — carries profound implications for those who serve military-connected populations. This webi...
Military Consumer Protection in Action: Tools and Tactics for Service Providers
July 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
This webinar educates financial service providers on the Federal Trade Commission’s role in military consumer protection. For over ten years, the FTC’s Military Consumer initiative has fought to s...
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Why Unspoken Expectations Erode Trust (and How to Fix It)
April 2 @ 6:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT
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Ethics in Action: Applying Ethical Standards in Financial Counseling
March 26 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EDT
Ethical practice is essential to effective financial counseling education. Designed for financial counselors, educators, and military family service providers, this session examines the Military Stand...
Encouragement That Works: How to Give a Real Pep Talk
March 26 @ 6:00 am - 5:00 pm EDT
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Recent Blogs
Military families continue to face challenges in accessing reliable, affordable, and high-quality childcare, which directly impacts spouse employment, financial stability, and overall family readiness. Despite the availability of supported programs and community-based options; the frequent relocations, the long waitlists, and the system complexity often make access to childcare difficult. Addressing…
Financial strain among service members is rising, but early financial education and practical tools can help prevent crises and strengthen both family well-being and mission readiness. By guiding families through assessments, spending awareness, and military-specific budgeting strategies, service providers can support long-term financial stability. In this blog, learn actionable strategies…
Fathers and other male caregivers have an important role in the development and academic success of their children. In this blog we explain the importance of father involvement, barriers to father involvement, and strategies school personnel can use to enhance father engagement.
Military spouses often feel reliant upon temporary jobs or word-of-mouth opportunities after a PCS, which may meet short-term needs but rarely support long-term career growth. Family Readiness Providers can help bridge this gap by building partnerships with local employers, highlighting the strengths of military spouse talent, and connecting communities with…
