Evaluating WIC engagement and food insecurity among active duty military families

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Nearly a quarter of active duty service members identified as food insecure in a 2022 Department of Defense report. Food insecurity impacts military …

Veteran caretaker perspectives of the need for childcare assistance during health care appointments

Abstract: Purpose: In 2020, Congress passed legislation to establish the national Veterans Child Care Assistance Program (VCAP) targeting eligible veterans receiving care through …

Use of food distribution resources among military families with young children since the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract:Objective: The present study examined military families’ use of food distribution resources and military (e.g. rank) and non-military (e.g. race/ethnicity) …

Exploring Military Widows’ Experiences of Social Isolation and Loneliness

Abstract: Today, much is written and broadcast about social isolation and loneliness in wider society but little has been done to explore its impact within the Armed Forces …

Peer support activities for Veterans, serving members, and their families: Results of a scoping review.

Abstract:For many, including military veterans and their families, support between individuals with shared lived experiences, or peer support, has long been utilized as a way to …

Housing options for people leaving the Armed Forces, veterans and their families

Abstract: The advice offered on this information page applies to; people who will soon be leaving the Armed Forces, people who used to serve in the Armed Forces (veterans) and the …

Mediating role of dyadic satisfaction on social support and health outcomes in a sample of military family care-givers

Abstract: Military family caregivers (MFCs) may experience health-related challenges associated with their care-giving responsibilities. Perceived support from a spouse or partner …

UK Armed Forces Defence Accommodation Strategy

Abstract: The Strategy sets out the vision for Defence accommodation, underpinned by 4 principles and 11 objectives. To deliver these objectives, the top-level budget holders …

A systematic review of interventions aimed at enhancing wellbeing, resilience or couple functioning in spouses of serving military personnel; evaluation of a web-based, resilience intervention for military spouses to support wellbeing

Abstract: Objective: Military spouses face unique challenges which can result in psychological distress and breakdowns in relationship satisfaction. Previous reviews have …

How does a restorative approach work? Supporting military veteran families affected by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Abstract: Demands for more participatory, collaborative family support services have grown, however implementing such methods in practice has proved difficult. The use of a …

Living Separately During the Week: Influences on Family Functioning, Health, and Well-Being of UK Naval Families

Abstract: Military life can involve many different separations from family as a result of operational demands. Approximately 4 in 10 UK Royal Navy and Royal Marine families report …

UK Armed Forces Families Strategy 2022-2032

Abstract: This UK Armed Forces Families Strategy 2022-32 has a dual focus: to inspire partnership working across the UK, honouring the enduring pledge of the Armed Forces …