Military Community Support Programs: Articles

Learn ways to develop healthy texting habits for a stronger relationship, as well as tips for positive social media use in a relationship.

Absences due to military service can disrupt arrangements for service members having custody or visitation rights of children from a former spouse, causing stress on parents and children.

Families where both spouses are service members have a unique challenge. While the dual-military life is rewarding, time apart can strain communication. Learn techniques to help you balance work and family life so that your relationship thrives. Develop strategies for dealing with stress and sacrifice so that your marriage is strengthened by your and your spouse’s service to the country.

This list can help you — whether you’re a parent, sibling, friend, fiancé or extended family member — get ready before your service member ships off to basic training, or boot camp.

A big part of staying strong while your partner is deployed is being positive. Staying positive can help make things a little easier on you and family members.

As a service member, the tax implications of combat pay, deployment or multiple moves can be daunting. Military OneSource MilTax services — designed specifically for the MilLife — can make tax time easier — and help maximize your tax refund.

Combat stress, also known as battle fatigue, is a common response to the mental and emotional strain when confronted with dangerous and traumatic situations.

Whether you're doing taxes yourself or getting professional support from resources like Military OneSource MilTax or the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, the process can be a lot easier if you understand important tax terms.

Many military spouses – and even some service members – have started a business or side job in today’s gig economy. Being your own employer means responsibility for additional taxes and tax reporting.

You’ve just found out you’re moving overseas. New possibilities, and perhaps even a new job, await.

Uniforms help promote a sense of cohesion and belonging among service members and communicate power and discipline to our allies and enemies alike.

Raising a child can be the most exhilarating of adventures. It can also be exhausting, overwhelming or relentless — sometimes all at the same time.

For local support in finance, health, employment and more, Military OneSource's state consultants provide direct outreach services to the military community when and where needed.

Active duty and reserve military personnel received a 5.2% military pay raise in 2024. Beyond the salary bump, you’ll be glad to know your loved one has several ways to be financially fit.

Healthy behaviors are developed in childhood, so get your child off to a good start with habits, actions and choices that promote health and well-being.

Gig work offers flexibility and independence that you may not find in some traditional or part-time jobs while allowing you to earn extra income.

A loving, resilient marriage plays a crucial role in ensuring family unity and preparedness for the unique challenges associated with military life.

Military couples can overcome geographic separations through careful planning and commitment, staying closely connected even when apart.

Having a son or daughter in the military can bring about a host of emotions, from pride in their service to concern for their safety. Connecting with other parents can be helpful.

A military promotion is a significant achievement in a service member’s career It’s a testament to their commitment, mastery of duties and skill, and to the service member’s leadership capabilities. Some promotions are more meaningful than others, especially as service members move up in rank.

You may feel proud that your loved one is serving, but it can also be stressful, especially during deployments, trainings, relocations and other life events.

Learn about the many education and career benefits the military provides to service members.

As a parent, being aware of factors that can impact your child’s well-being – even into adulthood – is mission-critical.

Grandparents, aunts and uncles, family friends and loved ones can make children of service members feel more secure and loved when their parent is deployed.

The following law, 10 USC 992, mandates a consumer education program for members of the military that informs them of the financial services available under law.