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Leveraging PowerPay: An Extension Tool for Debt Management

January 28, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
Military service providers frequently see concerns such as high credit card balances, multiple loans, and the stress associated with significant debt levels. Those in debt often feel overwhelmed and u...

2025 Tax Updates: What Service Providers Need to Know

February 11, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
Get your questions answered! If you have any questions for our presenter, please email them to [email protected] by Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Learn the answers to your questions during t...

Ethics of Care in Case Management: Communication, Boundaries, & Best Practices for Providers

February 20, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
The ethics of care emphasizes compassion, empathy, and respect in client interactions, crucial for building trust and clear communication. Providers must often engage not only with clients but also wi...

Learning Library

Tackling Ageism and Uncovering Hidden Biases in Serving Older Adults

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST
When we attribute thoughts, feelings, or beliefs to an individual or group based solely on a specific characteristic, we risk falling into the trap of an “-ism.” For example, when it's based on ra...

Letting Go to Make Room for Growth

December 19
Subscribe to the “Practicing Connection” monthly email to keep up to date on our latest podcasts, blog posts and workshops. Join the "Practicing Connection Community" on LinkedIn. The community i...

2024 Personal Finance Year in Review

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EST
The tenth annual OneOp Personal Finance Year in Review webinar highlights legislation and events that impacted military personal finances during 2024. Join this annual review webinar to explore the fi...

Recent Blogs

Substance Use Disorders, Stigma, and the Military: Breaking the Silence

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Substance use disorders (SUDs) affect individuals across all walks of life, but those serving in the military often face unique challenges when dealing with these conditions. The pressures of military service, combined with the pervasive stigma surrounding SUDs, create significant barriers to seeking treatment. Addressing the challenges surrounding stigma and…
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6 Meaningful Holiday Gifts to Support Caregivers

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The holiday season is a time of giving, gratitude, and togetherness—a chance to show our loved ones just how much they mean to us.
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The Caregiver’s Journey: Challenges, Support, & Building Resilience in a 24/7 Role

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Caregiving is often a 24/7 commitment filled with emotional and physical challenges, yet it stands among the most impactful roles in a person’s life (Schulz & Eden, 2016). Recognizing the journey of family caregivers and the support they need is essential to building a compassionate community for these unsung heroes.
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Climate Change Resilience and Preparedness: Safeguarding Military Families and Communities

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In the OneOp blog post, Climate Resilience in Coastal Military Communities, we shared examples of some of the disaster preparedness work that professionals within the Department of Defense (DoD) are doing to mitigate the impacts of natural disasters on coastal military communities. Through conservation work with the Coastal Resilience DoD…