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Military Service and Family Life

Contribute to family readiness by getting to know the programs, services, and experiences that are a part of active-duty military life.

Military Service and Family Life
October 16, 2024

Promoting Positive Involvement of Military Father Figures

Written by: Kalin Goble Mathis, M.S.Promoting military fathers' positive involvement in caring for and raising children is a protective factor and promotes positive family functioning. Children exhibit fewer risk behaviors and engage in healthier, positive social skills when their parents are actively involved (El Nokali et al., 2010). The majority of…

Community Engagement

Explore personal and professional practices that empower us to work together to support military families and thriving communities.

Coping Compass: Working in the Wake of School and Community Violence and Disaster

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October 8 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

This webinar is designed to equip professionals who work with middle and high school students from m...

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October 3, 2024

Before, During, After: Supporting Children and Families During Transitions

Students receiving special education services (IDEA, 2004) periodically transition to new programs (e.g., early intervention to early childhood special education , middle to high school). Many students, including students from military families, will move to a new location at various points in their lives (see Williams et al., 2020).

Health and
Well-Being

Promote the resilience of individuals and families through the physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual components of health.

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October 17, 2024

Mission Possible: Managing Employment Related Stress as a Military Spouse

Military and civilian families encounter various stressors that reflect their unique circumstances. In this blog, you'll discover strategies to alleviate stress related to military spouse unemployment. For military spouses, managing stress and utilizing available resources is essential for personal and family growth.