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Different, Not Less: Raising Neurodiverse Military Kids

April 28, 2025

By Jillian Johnson I’ve always found it rather fitting that the Month of the Military Child and Autism Awareness Month both fall in April. It’s a reminder of the importance…

Military Kids, Childhood Food Insecurity, and Resources to Help

April 8, 2022

Military Kids, Childhood Food Insecurity, and Resources to Help Military children are the highlight of the month of April. When military families serve around the world, military kids serve, too–moving…

How will the coronavirus impact education for military kids?

April 7, 2020

School closures have left parents scrambling to adjust daily routines for education requirements that vary from district to district. Some states announced the possibility that students will return at some…

Here’s some advice for military parents with extra worries about kids’ fall education

June 19, 2020

Many military parents are dealing with concerns about their children’s education in the era of coronavirus, and moving to a new duty station may only compound those worries and the…

YAM offers programs for kids, free summer admission for first responders and military

May 28, 2020

Yellowstone Art Museum recently announced its upcoming Summer Art Studio classes. The series, designed for children ages 5-12, will be offered virtually in June. Children’s activities are tentatively scheduled to…

How Civilians Can Step Up to Support Military Families Beyond “Thank You”

February 24, 2025

Supporting military families goes beyond a simple ‘thank you for your service.’ It’s about understanding the challenges we face and offering help in meaningful ways. The emotional strain of long deployments, the constant uprooting of our lives, and the isolation that often came with these are rarely fully understood or addressed. However, our civilian supporters have the power to change this.

Supplemental Vision Coverage Options for Military Retirees

December 5, 2024

Written by Blue Star Families Transitioning out of the military can be both exciting and challenging. Among the many changes, securing continued healthcare—especially vision coverage—is essential, as you can no…

Sunset Hike and Nature Adventure: Blue Star Connect Outdoors Hosts Military Families at Eisenhower Park

August 9, 2024

The Blue Star Connect Outdoors team’s dedication to organizing such enriching events ensures that military families have access to memorable experiences that celebrate the beauty of the natural world. San Antonio’s Eisenhower Park served as the picturesque backdrop for a sunset hike with Blue Star Connect Outdoors, where military families gathered for an evening of adventure and learning.

Get Outside with Military Families Outdoors

July 12, 2024

Get Outside with Military Families Outdoors The Military Families Outdoors (MFO) program helps active-duty military families embrace the great outdoors, from scenic parks to beautiful public lands and waterways. Our…