June 26, 2023 DOD issues Exceptional Family Member Program policy The Defense Department issued its own Exceptional Family Member Program, a move that ensures consistency across the services for military families with special needs.
Jan. 5, 2023 DOD Releases Memo Expanding Military Parental Leave Program The Defense Department has released guidelines for the expansion of the military parental leave policy.
Nov. 17, 2022 DOD survey asks participants to weigh in on Exceptional Family Member Program The Defense Department launched its 2022 Exceptional Family Member Program survey today. The results will help the DOD prioritize solutions that help meet the needs of military families with special needs. Service members enrolled in the program will receive an email invitation to complete the
May 13, 2022 DOD personnel, families can now renew passports online Active duty, reserve and retired service members; and Defense Department civilians, contractors and their families can now renew their U.S. passports online, according to the State Department.
Feb. 3, 2022 MilTax Online Tax-Filing Forum Opens Doors to Service Members, Families Military OneSource's MilTax forum is open for business as the IRS began accepting tax returns, an official with the Defense Department's Military Community and Family Policy said.
Dec. 17, 2021 CSAF Spouse announces Five & Thrive initiative The Five & Thrive platform aims to encourage, support and build thriving military families by tackling challenges and enhancing preventative measures through partnerships and sharing of best practices.
Nov. 30, 2021 DOD looks at ways to improve child care access Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks has challenged the Defense Department to uncover new and innovative ways to expand access to quality affordable child care for military families.
Oct. 29, 2021 DOD Celebrates 'National Veterans and Military Families Month' November is National Veterans and Military Families Month. The Defense Department recognizes that military families have important roles to play in supporting a strong and ready force.