Family Programs News

Quick hire of military spouses starts in September
August 17, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - Under a personnel rule that takes effect next month, some military spouses,... MORE

More Guardmembers getting their health insurance through TRICARE Reserve Select
August 13, 2009 — ARLINGTON, Va. - Many of the estimated millions of Americans without health insurance are that way... MORE

'Family Matters' blog offers support to military families
August 10, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - American Forces Press Service has launched a military blog called "Family... MORE

Louisiana Guard helps children 'Stay on Track'
August 10, 2009 — MONROE, La. - Fancy helicopters, high tech gadgets and a law enforcement background are most... MORE

Louisiana Air National Guard Master Sgt. David A. Quintero of Destrehan, La., 159th Fighter Squadron weapons specialist, talks with students from Patrick F. Taylor Science and Technology Academy in Jefferson, La., during a tour of the Louisiana National Guard’s New Orleans Naval Air Station, Joint Reserve Base in Belle Chasse, La., April 23, 2009. The students were invited to visit the facility for their hard work and involvement in the Stay on Track program, which is sponsored by the LANG’s Counterdrug Program.

Joan Orr Spouse Award open for nominations
July 28, 2009 — RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas - Air Force members can now submit nominations for their spouse as... MORE

DoD committed to supporting Guardmembers, families
July 27, 2009 — ARLINGTON, Va. - The Department of Defense is committed to supporting Guard and Reserve members and... MORE

Officials raise awareness of special needs programs
July 23, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - Pentagon officials want all military families with special needs to be enrolled... MORE

Sisterhood of the Travelling BDUs
July 23, 2009 — SAN DIEGO - Two California teenagers are honoring National Guard parents, who have had to pack up... MORE

Moranda Hern, 17, and Kaylei Deakin, 16, discuss their experiences as daughters of California National Guardsmen during the Adjutant General's Symposium on Family Readiness in Burlingame, Calif., earlier this year. The two girls plan to hold a conference for the daughters of California Guardsmen next year.

Respite Care Offers Families Valuable Rest
July 17, 2009 — ALEXANDRIA, Va. - For Army families who are responsible for regular care of persons with... MORE

Heartwarming film pays tribute to Maine troop greeters
July 16, 2009 — NEW YORK CITY - Military personnel and families will want to see the theatrical release of a new... MORE

Air National Guard Leaders Host 2025 Wing Leader Fly-In

Colorado Army National Guard Conducts Aviation Training for Wildfire Season

Lt. Gen. Jon Stubbs Highlights Virginia National Guard Excellence at Military Ball

Oregon Air Guard Participates in Sentry Aloha Exercise

Air Guard Units Join Forces for Aerial Wildfire Suppression Training