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The Quality-of-Life microsite will be archived effective Aug. 28, 2026. After that date, information about Quality-of-Life programs and services will be available at www.ArmyMWR.com.

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Army Information Updates

The Army Information Update is a monthly information resource focused on timely Quality of Life topics that help support building cohesive, confident teams, both within our formations and within our Families.

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July 2026 Edition
    • We have officially reached the heart of the summer. For many of our Families, the boxes are finally being unpacked and the dust of PCS season is starting to settle. Whether you are getting acquainted with a brand-new installation or enjoying a quiet summer at your current duty station, we hope you are finding time to rest, recharge and connect with your community.

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Expand List item 1709Collapse List item 1709  2026 Army Information Updates
  • Army Information Update - June 2026 [PDF - 280 KB]
    • With the school year ending and summer arriving, this month brings a unique energy to our Army communities. It is a time for celebration, but also one of major transitions as peak PCS season arrives. Whether your teams are unpacking in a new home, preparing for summer adventures or celebrating our Army’s history, we are here to ensure you have the resources to make this month a success.
  • Army Information Update - May 2026 [PDF - 205 KB]
    • As the school year begins to wind down and the weather warms up, we know this is a season of significant transition and activity for many of our Army families. Whether you are actively packing boxes for an upcoming move or finalizing your children's summer camp schedules, our goal is to ensure you have the resources and support you need to navigate this busy season with confidence.
  • Army Information Update - April 2026 [PDF - 121 KB]
    • We chose to highlight relationships, connections, and moving resources together this April because they naturally go hand in hand. With PCS season just ahead, we know every move brings its own challenges, whether it’s your first or your 10th. Having the right support—and remembering you’re not alone—can help lighten the load and make this season of change a little easier to navigate.
  • Army Information Update - March 2026 [PDF - 103 KB]
    • Army Families come with an incredible range of experience—some may never have negotiated a deployment; others have navigated many. Wherever you are on that spectrum, it’s worth taking a few minutes as a Family to ask: If our Soldier had to be away for an extended time, are we as prepared as we want to be?
  • Army Information Update - February 2026 [PDF - 156 KB]
    • We invite you to check out a new Relationship Resource Tool available to all military servicemembers and families. Find tailored resources and actionable steps to improve your relationships and navigate challenges you may face.
  • Army Information Update - January 2026 [PDF - 126 KB]
    • Kicking off 2026, Army Senior Leaders held a town hall at Fort Drum addressing “the why” behind what the Army is doing, where the Army has challenges and what the future looks like.
Expand List item 1400Collapse List item 1400  2025 Army Information Updates
  • Army Information Update - November 2025 [PDF - 63 KB]
    • Annually, AUSA hosts a three-day conference focused on both the warfighter and the Family. As part of the 2025 event, AUSA sponsored a Family Programs Pavilion where organizations came together to share their mission, opportunities, and resources—all designed to support, empower, encourage, and inspire Soldiers and their Families.
  • Army Information Update - October 2025 [PDF - 206 KB]
    • Free resources and tips that are benefits to every Army Family.
  • Army Information Update - September 2025 [PDF - 97 KB]
    • Army Family Action Plan is the Army’s “voice of the people” program — turning community input into action to improve Army life for Soldiers, Families, and retirees.
  • Army Information Update - August 2025 [PDF - 152 KB]
    • Military Spouse Preference provides a hiring preference to eligible military spouses for certain Department of Defense civilian jobs. If a military spouse applies for a position, is eligible, and is among the best qualified candidates based on the job criteria, they receive preference in the referral process so they are referred before other external candidates.
  • Army Information Update - July 2025 [PDF - 98 KB]
    • The midpoint of the year is a perfect time to reflect and refocus for the months ahead. A key part of Family readiness is having important paperwork in order.
  • Army Information Update - June 2025 [PDF - 150 KB]
    • Summer is moving season so that theme is continuing this month. May’s update shared moving tools, resources and tips. This month’s focus is on tips to help anyone jump into their new community with confidence.
  • Army Information Update - May 2025 [PDF - 138 KB]
    • This month’s update shares facts, explanations, and tips to help you confidently advocate for yourself throughout your next move.
  • Army Information Update - April 2025 [PDF - 59.7 KB]
    • The Army Quality of Life microsite has been reorganized and updated to help Families more easily find resources, understand programs, access benefits and be aware of partnerships. Rather than creating new content, the site navigates Families to where the content lives.
  • Army Information Update — March 2025 [PDF - 57 KB]
    • Learn the five things all Families need to know about the My Army Post app.
  • Army Information Update — February 2025 [PDF - 229 KB]
    • This document aims to provide information and additional background on the Personally Procured Moves (PPM) petition so that Army Families can make informed choices about their next move.
  • Army Information Update — January 2025 [PDF - 161 KB]
    • A new year is a great time to take stock of your fitness, where you are right now and where you’d liked to be in 3, 6, 9 or 12 months. The Army offers many free benefits to elevate your current financial, physical and nutritional fitness levels.
Expand List item 1401Collapse List item 1401  2024 Army Information Updates
  • Army Information Update — December 2024 [PDF - 148 KB]
    • While summer months are the peak PCS season, many Families will experience a move between December and January. Families have access to a range of resources to assist with PCS moves so this month we focused on some of the top resources ready to empower you and your Family to make a smooth, drama-free move.
  • Army Information Update — November 2024 [PDF - 214.4 KB]
    • A chart to help Soldiers and Families navigate resources that fall under one of five Quality of Life efforts: Childcare, Education, Healthcare & Wellness, Housing & Spouse Employment.
  • Army Information Update — October 2024 [PDF - 466 KB]
    • This year’s AUSA Annual Meeting featured 23 Military, Family and Veteran Service Organizations committed to empowering, inspiring and encouraging Soldiers, Spouses, Families, and Veterans. The video is posted on The Army’s Official YouTube Channel with timestamps for easy navigating. Information about education, healthcare and spouse employment are also provided.
  • Army Information Update — September 2024 [PDF - 153 KB]
    • Guidance on how the DD Form 2870 allows the Military Treatment Facility/Dental Treatment Facility/TRICARE Health Plan to legally disclose an individual's protected health information.
  • Army Information Update — June 2024 [PDF - 182.3 KB]
    • Two programs the Army is working to improve on behalf of Army Families: Finding, applying for, offering and onboarding DoD jobs is fair, simple, efficient and transparent and the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a fair, simple, efficient and transparent process.
  • Army Information Update — May 2024 [PDF - 181.8 KB]
    • May stands for Moving. This month the Army shared a few of the many Army and Community resources to help ensure a smooth move.
  • Army Information Update — April 2024 [PDF - 226.7 KB]
    • Let’s Spring into Wellness in April. The National Wellness Institute defines wellness as “an active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence” functioning optimally in your current environment.
  • Army Information Update — March 2024 [PDF - 204.5 KB]
    • March focus is Financial Resources and Benefits. This may be a great time to take stock of your finances- where you are and how to realize your future financial goals or make them if you’re just beginning. These resources are part of your benefits package and are free to Soldiers and their Families.
  • Army Information Update — February 2024 [PDF - 191.1 KB]
    • February and March are the months to apply for most college, vocational and technical scholarships for Spouses and Family members. Check out this list consolidated by Army Emergency Relief: The Official Nonprofit of the U.S. Army to help make finding and applying easier.
  • Army Information Update — January 2024 [PDF - 229.9 KB]
    • The Exceptional Family Member Program is a program that works with other military and civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated community support, housing, educational and medical services to Families with special needs. There are approximately 47,200 Servicemembers and 58,400 Family members enrolled in EFMP.
Expand List item 1402Collapse List item 1402  2023 Army Information Updates
  • Army Information Update — December 2023 [PDF - 211 KB]
    • The Army Software Factory, in coordination with Installation Management Command (IMCOM) is spearheading the creation of a proof-of-concept App called “My Army Post”.
  • Army Information Update — November 2023 [PDF - 178.2 KB]
    • 21 resources highlighted in this AUSA video are available for all Soldiers and Families to educate, inspire and empower. These agencies were featured in AUSAs 2023 Exhibition Hall.
  • Army Information Update — October 2023 [PDF - 210.5 KB]
    • Read what was discussed during AUSA at the ARMY FAMILY TOWN HALL 2023. The Chief of Staff has stated that, along with ensuring families are welcomed to their new duty station and unit, access to reliable unit and community information is key to empowering Families.
  • Army Information Update — September 2023 [PDF - 170.6 KB]
    • A listing of OCONUS Spouse Employment Updates & Resources.
  • Army Information Update — August 2023 [PDF - 160 KB]
    • Information about Tax-Free Dependent Care Spending Accounts which will be available in 2024 to Soldiers and Active Guard Reserve members on Title 10  orders.