Family Programs News

Archive: 2012

Service members can find pet-friendly resources at next duty station
October 29, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Moving in the military is tough. With loose ends to tie up, such as obtaining spouse... MORE

Family Matters Blog: DOD helps troops with higher ed expenses
October 22, 2012 — WASHINGTON - The Defense Department is again working with the federal Consumer Financial Protection... MORE

Up close: When bullying strikes too close to home
October 17, 2012 — ARLINGTON, Va. - As the single dad of a 10-year-old boy, I ask myself whether I have addressed... MORE

DoD helps military families maintain financial readiness
October 15, 2012 — WASHINGTON - As service members prepare for any and all possible military operations, the Defense... MORE

Family Matters Blog: DoD teacher finds crossroads in U.S. education
October 9, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Common Core Standards, No Child Left Behind, STEM, differentiated teaching, merit pay... MORE

Family Matters Blog: Panel addresses exceptional issues
October 2, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Recently I had the opportunity to serve on a Defense Department advisory panel dealing... MORE

Family Matters Blog: Families can support suicide stand down
September 27, 2012 — WASHINGTON - As the Army conducts its worldwide stand down for suicide prevention today, there is... MORE

Family Matters blog: Parents should stress safety at 9/11 anniversary
September 10, 2012 — WASHINGTON - With the anniversary of 9/11 upon us, families may be considering how best to... MORE

DOD: Families, friends need to recognize signs of potential suicide
September 10, 2012 — WASHINGTON - September, National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, is a reminder to everyone... MORE

Family matters blog: Spouses hold front line on detecting depression
September 6, 2012 — WASHINGTON - Military leaders all the way to the commander in chief are drawing attention to the... MORE

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