Family Programs News

Fisher House announces 2009 Newman's Own award competition
February 18, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Fisher House Foundation has announced the start of the 2009 Newman's Own...

Suicide Prevention Hotline Saves Veterans' Lives
February 17, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - Help is only a phone call away for military veterans considering suicide.Nearly...

Reserve Component Units Recognized for Superb Family Support
February 13, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - Seven National Guard and reserve units received recognition for their support of...

Project Sanctuary provides retreat for military families
February 12, 2009 — WASHINGTON, D.C. - Whether it's sitting around a campfire roasting marshmallows in the winter or...

Portland Trailblazers host Oregon Guardsmen, families
February 11, 2009 — PORTLAND, Ore. - For Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Evans and his family, spending an evening with an NBA...

Alabama Guard joins forces with Healthy Marriage Initiative
February 6, 2009 — MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama National Guard has joined forces with the Alabama Community Healthy...

Entertainers Join Elmo to Help Military Families Find 'New Normal'
January 30, 2009 — WASHINGTON - Sesame Workshop will air a PBS special April 1 aimed at helping military families cope...

Disney Parks offers free five-day admission to military personnel in 2009
January 6, 2009 — LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla./ANAHEIM, Calif. - As Disney Parks ask "What Will You Celebrate?" and invite...

Public invited to comment on draft rules for spouse employment
December 15, 2008 — WASHINGTON - The public is invited to comment on proposed rules to speed up the hiring process for...

Guard families eligible for child care subsidy
December 1, 2008 — ARLINGTON, Va. - For National Guard members who are about to deploy there is a lot think about...

Massachusetts Guard Welcomes Fifth‑Generation Fighter

Alabama Guard Helps De-Escalate Metro Station Confrontation

Alaska Guard Rescues Pilots From Two Plane Crashes

Retired Texas Air National Guard Pilot Recalls Protecting Air Force One on 9/11

Nebraska Guard Strengthens Disaster Response Readiness