Sleep Number Raises Its Hand Year-Round To Help Military Families Thrive Through Better Sleep
Murphy’s Law states that if anything can go wrong it will. Did you know that this phrase was first coined about a service member? Seriously. Edward J. Murphy was a…
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5 PCS Guides to Get You Through Your Next Move
A big part of the military experience is the inevitable Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move. Hundreds of thousands of service members and their families do it each year, and…
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How Identity Affects Transition: A Veteran’s Perspective
The biggest issue facing Veterans during transition isn’t just a lack of resources. And the solution isn’t one-size-fits-all. Many in the field have tried to pinpoint one exact causality for…
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How You Can Turn a Military Move Into a Worthwhile Trip with Preparation
Welcome Vicki J., Army Veteran, active-duty Army spouse, and licensed social worker, to the Blue Star Families blog! As PCS season fast approaches and the stress of moving closes in,…
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Operation Family Resilience
Military families, we’re checking in on you. Are you taking care of yourself? We ask because you may be feeling a bit heavy with everything that’s happened these last two…
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Your Voice Matters: The Importance of Participating in the 2022 Military Family Lifestyle Survey
Since 2009, Blue Star Families has been providing a comprehensive understanding of the experiences and challenges encountered by military families through the annual Military Family Lifestyle Survey (aMFLS). The results:…
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5 Meaningful Ways To Honor Military Appreciation Month
Military Appreciation Month kicks off today, Sunday, May 1st! To honor the men and women — and their families — currently serving in the armed forces, Blue Star Families and…
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Military Kids, Childhood Food Insecurity, and Resources to Help
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…
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Blue Star Families Partners with Kids in Parks, Giving You Yet Another Reason to Get Outside
Blue Star Families Partners with Kids in Parks, Giving You Yet Another Reason to Get Outside When was the last time you intentionally got outside as a family? As a…
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