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It doesn’t take long for a military family member to learn about Murphy’s Law , Murphy’s Law of deployment that is. Anything that can break will break. Or, more generally,…
It doesn’t take long as a military family member to learn about Murphy’s Law … Murphy’s Law of deployment that is. Anything that can break will break. Or, more generally,…
Deployment Resources Department Of Defense Resources Air Force Resources Army Resources Coast Guard Resources Marine Corps Resources Navy Resources National Guard And Military Reserve Resources Military Veterans Resources Military Child…
DEPLOYMENT RESOURCE VIDEOS VIDEOS We’ve all been through deployments and know how tough they can be. We’ve curated some helpful videos that can guide you through pre-deployemnt, deployment, reunion, and…
PCS and Deployment Guides You’ll want to bookmark these immediately! PCS Checklist When it’s time to move, you’ve got an awful lot to keep track of. Not to worry! We’ve put…
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…
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.
Resilience is a valuable skill that the military community can learn to more easily adapt to the many changes and challenges that military life throws at them. However, it’s not always enough. Despite being encouraged to “be resilient,” roughly 60-70% of service members struggle to reach out for help when they need it.
Military families navigate unique challenges, from frequent relocations to extended separations. These realities often lead to feelings of isolation and disconnect. However, through the combined efforts of Blue Star Connect Outdoors (BSCO) and Blue Star Families Outposts, these families gain access to transformative opportunities that build resilience, foster community, and connect them with the rejuvenating power of the great outdoors.