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Family Programs - News Archives

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

The National Guard Bureau's monthly newspaper will become a quarterly magazine that will be distributed electronically to every member of the National Guard beginning in 2009.