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Transitioning out of the military can profoundly affect not only the service member but also their spouse and children. Leaving the tight-knit military community, which often feels like a second family, can be challenging. Military families rely on each other, leaning on fellow spouses and fellow service members for support, especially when immediate family isn't close by. As they step into civilian life, they face the struggle of connecting with others who may not fully understand the sacrifices they've made. This pivotal time calls for unwavering support for each transitioning family. Reminding them that they are not alone and providing guidance through this new way of life is crucial. Together, we can create a stronger support system for these families as they embark on their post-military journey. #MilitaryTransition #SupportingMilitaryFamilies #StrongerTogether

Between deployments, long-distance relationships, plans getting changed a million times, moving every three years, and just everyday military life, it can be a challenge to plan your military wedding. For these reasons, eloping in the military community is more common than you may think. Here are 5 stories — and some advice — from those who have experienced it all first-hand: https://hubs.ly/Q02hTtR-0 #NationalMarriageWeek #Elopement

Did you know, per combatwounded.org... -There are more than 2.5 million post 9/11 military veterans that have served our nation, which is less than 1% of the population. 80 percent of those spent some time in an overseas combat zone. -Over 2 million served in Afghanistan and Iraq, spending 1 out of 3 years serving overseas Thanks should be given everyday but especially as Veterans Day approaches let’s be sure to remember our heroes and recognize the sacrifices they, and their families, have made to protect our way of life. #RepublicServicesVALOR10 #VeteransDay #RepublicServices #SustainabilityInAction

Here is tip one of you shared for a better Military Transition: Talk to a Veteran. Talk to someone who has already been thru the process. Understand that your command or your military buddies just don't know what is going to happen to you. Even TAP only gets you to the last day of service. It doesn't get you into the next phase of your life. #militarytransition #militaryretirement #veterans

This Veterans Day, express your support of a military veteran by asking them these three questions: - Tell me about your time in service. - What are some things you wish I knew? - What's a favorite memory? Learn more about Centerstone's military services at: https://lnkd.in/dX7AGxS #veteransday #veteransupport #militaryservices #thankyouforyourservice

❓DID YOU KNOW❓ By the time many military children turn 18, they have moved on average of 6-12 times? This is at least once every 3 years - which is the average time military families stay in one location. However, this is not always the average. Some military families move each year for various reasons. #graceofamilitarychildandlife #militarychildren #militarychild #militarybrat #militarybrats #armybrat #navybrat #marinebrat #airforcebrat #spaceforcebrat #coastguardbrat

Building and maintaining relationships after military service can be a unique journey. Here's how you can strengthen connections with loved ones. If you would like to learn more, go to https://lnkd.in/esMnAmeR #VeteranConnections #StrongerTogether

Every military family deserves to be heard. And MFAN is ready to listen. What do you love about military life? Where could you use additional support? This is your chance to share it all and help inform armed services leaders, elected officials, and service providers on the issues that matter most to your family. Take the #MFANSurvey today: milfanet.org/survey.