Mar 31, 2026

By Chet Curtis

It’s never too late to prioritize your mental wellness. Just like our physical health, we need to stop and take care of our mental health. Taking care of your mental health will help release stress, promote a positive attitude and outlook and improve the quality of your relationships.“Mental health is not merely the absence of a mental illness,”

Jan 29, 2026

By Antonieta Rico

The holidays can be rough on relationships. For some couples, seasonal stressors—such as travel, a permanent change of station, tight finances, parties, hosting duties or getting along with in-laws or other extended Family members—can feel overwhelming.“This stress can build up like a pressure cooker, intensifying preexisting cracks in a

Aug 19, 2025

By Dr. Carmen Leggett

As summer ends, Army Families worldwide prepare for the back-to-school season; a time marked by excitement, change and in some cases major transition. For military-connected children, starting a new school year can mean more than new clothes, new friends, and new teachers; it can include navigating unfamiliar environments, adjusting after a PCS move, and/or coping with a parent’s deployment. These experiences highlight the need for providing comprehensive support not only for students, but for the entire Army Family.

Jun 15, 2025

By Kristen Murphy, Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

Traveling with special needs Family members requires careful planning and consideration. Families with individuals who have special needs often face challenges when stepping outside their everyday routines and familiar environments. As a result, many of these Families choose not to take vacations.

May 21, 2025

By Dr. Carmen Leggett, Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

As we stand at the edge of spring and gaze toward the golden days of summer quickly approaching, it is the perfect time to begin or refresh our self-care routines. The shift in seasons invites longer days, warmer weather, and more time spent outdoors. With the beauty of summer comes the responsibility to care for ourselves and our furry family members.

Apr 15, 2025

By Kristen E. Murphy, Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness

Buy Now, Pay Later programs, also known as point-of-sale installation loans, have made a name for themselves in the last three years. BNPL programs offer appealing short-term financing options on online purchases, with some offering in-store options when connected to mobile payment options like Apple Pay. Most programs are interest-free and do not typically affect credit scores if payments are made on time.

Mar 15, 2025

Have you ever put off a project because you just didn't know how to get started? Have you ever avoided a task and only finally got it done because you had to?"In creating, the hardest part is to begin."No one knows who said this, but it's true. We wait and wait, dragging our feet until we are made to do it. This is procrastination, and it can cause not only mental anguish, but physical illness as well.According to Webster's Dictionary, procrastination is "the act of unnecessarily del

Feb 15, 2025

We all must cope with change in our lives. We know it will come. Some change can be overwhelming, even frightening. It can also be abrupt, not planned or expected so you can't prepare. Change can add a lot of stress to your life.Finding ways to accept and cope with change can make life smoother and less fearsome. It can lessen the stress and enable you to make decisions.The way we think about change plays a role in how well we deal with it, according to Kendra Cherry in her article "How to G

Dec 15, 2024

The number of Family Child Care program homes is growing, giving Army Families more options for affordable and flexible childcare to support their work schedules and Army careers.As of October 31, there are 194 FCC homes Army-wide, and interest (as expressed by application downloads) in becoming an FCC provider is at over 200 potential providers. This number is an increase from 148 FCC homes one year ago. As part of the Child, Youth and School Services continuum of child care options, FCC offers