A recent message indicated that 2009 had the highest number of suicides for any given year in the Army. I’d like to know what you think are the causes of this sad reality. Tell me what you think!... Read more here

As families are gearing up for a new school year, many military spouses will also be among the students.  Military spouses all over the world are applying for a college tuition assistance program that will pay for up to $6,000 for classes over two years.... Read more here

A new personnel rule takes effect next month, which will allow some military spouses to be quickly hired for federal jobs without going through the usual competitive process.

“Military spouse employment is a key to the quality of life of our military families,” Kathleen Ott, director of talent acquisition, development and management in the Office of the Deputy Undersecretary of Defense for Civilian Personnel Policy. The availability of jobs for military spouses contributes to the sustainment of the all-volunteer force, Ott said, citing a recent survey in which employed military spouses reported that their work income constitutes about 48 percent of total family income.... Read more here

The ‘Her War’ podcast,  part of The Courage Community, focuses on voices from the homefront, and helps military wives conquer anxiety and depression. ‘Her War’ is hosted by Melissa Seligman, an Army wife, author, and mother of two young children, and co-host Chris Piper, an Army wife, mother, and former FRG leader. Recent topics have included a series on how the five stages of grief are part of a deployment. ‘ Her War’ also has a discussion forum for military wives to share stories and support each other. Click here to subscribe or learn more about this service. ... Read more here