Children of parents deployed in the military face unique challenges that can significantly impact their well-being and development. From coping with parental absence to adjusting to frequent relocations, these children need dedicated assistance to thrive amidst the challenges of military life. Some struggles include: • Emotional stress and anxiety stemming from parental separation • Difficulty adjusting to frequent relocations and changes in schools and communities • Behavioral issues and academic struggles due to the disruption in routine and support systems Support and resources available/worth seeking: • Military Family Life Counselors offering counseling services to help children cope with emotional challenges • Military Family Support Centers providing programs and activities to strengthen family bonds and foster community connections such as @militaryfamilyorg (a percentage of all Couples’ Coffee Co sales are donated to this organization) • Schools offering support systems such as counselors and support groups to assist military-connected children in adjusting to new environments We know this can be a difficult time to navigate, but know we’re here for you. One cup of coffee at a time. ⁃ #veteranowned #veteranownedbusiness #veteranownedandoperated #veteranfamilyowned #veteransowned #supportchildren #supportingchildren #armyfamily #familyarmy #army #armywifelife
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Children's sense of belonging and agency is supported when they see their lives reflected in storybooks. Being part of a military, Veteran, and First Responder families can be tough if their parents have a moral injury. It impacts affect the whole family, and children are often silent sufferers. Research-based storybooks using family narratives give voice to their experiences and support children's understandings. Our resources are free because many organisations donate their time, and cash funding from The Association of Graduates in Early Childhood Studies. #moralinjury #freeresources #support #mentalhealthsupport #wellbeing #childrenswellbeing #childrensvoice #childrensbooks #childrensliterature #marginalizedcommunities #researchtranslation #knowledgesharing #researchimpact Manna Institute University of New England (AU) CIPSRT-ICRTSP CIMVHR - Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research Military and Emergency Services Health Australia CQUniversity #veteransupport #firstresponders
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Military families must jump through extra hoops to receive an evidence-based autism service called applied behavior analysis (ABA). One parent must complete a stress assessment measuring the parent's stress level every 6 months. The following are examples of questions on the parent stress index: I often have the feeling that I cannot handle things well. I find myself giving up more of my life to meet my children’s needs than I ever expected. I feel trapped by my responsibilities as a parent. ONLY parents seeking ABA services must answer these questions every 6 months in order for their children to receive the therapy recommended by their doctor. No other group of parents within the DoD healthcare system is required to complete a stress assessment for their children to receive medical care. Kirsten Goodson is an MAA team member who shared her personal story to the committee reviewing the Autism Care Demonstration (ACD) program. MAA will continue to advocate for the removal of this barrier to receiving ABA services. To support our mission please consider donating or volunteering with MAA, please visit our website. #TRICARE #empowerment #acd #autismacceptance #ABA #military #spaceforce #marines #coastguard #FamilyFirst #MissionAlphaAdvocacy #MAA #autism #airforce #navy #army
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Honoring Our Heroes 🎖️ On this Memorial Day, we are deeply honored to remember and celebrate all those who have served and continue to serve our country. Your bravery and dedication inspire us every day. At Madi's Movement, we are committed to supporting foster teens that often lack the support system many take for granted. Here are some important stats about foster teens and military service: 🦅 Around 10% of former foster youth join the military. Many foster teens see the military as a pathway to stability and opportunity. 🗽Foster youth who join the armed forces often excel due to their resilience and adaptability. 💬 Comment 'Heroes' below to learn more and see how even the smallest action can make a big difference. Follow us for a glimpse into the world of foster teens and how every act of kindness adds up to a huge difference. ✨ 🙏 Thank you to all who serve and to those who support our foster teens. Together, we can create lasting change and build a brighter future for all. #MemorialDay #HonoringOurHeroes #FosterTeens #MadisMovement #SupportFosterYouth #Empowerment #EducationForAll #Military #Army #USA #Love #America #Honor#SupportFosterTeens #MakingADifference #FosterCareAwareness #FosterYouthAwareness #FosterCareSystem #FosterParents #FosterParent #FosterParenting #FosterCare #FosterAwarenessMonth #NonProfit #MakeADifference #FYP #NonProfitOrganization #Sibblings #Moving #Struggles
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Sr Advocacy Advisor, Peer Support Specialist, Veteran Outreach @ Coalition to Salute America's Heroes | Advocating for Veterans' Well-being
Good afternoon, LinkedIn Community! Have you heard of Peer Support Programs for Service Members? Let’s discuss what this term, Peer Support Program, means to you specifically. As we, Coalition to Salute America's Heroes, strive to improve the support systems in place for our Service Members, I am interested in hearing your thoughts on any gaps in services that exist, the different mental/behavioral health challenges faced, whether there is still a stigma surrounding mental/behavioral health, and if there are enough or too many resources available. By sharing our experiences and insights, we can work towards improving the support systems in place for our Service Members. I believe that together, we can provide the necessary resources and support that make a true difference to those who need it most. Thank you in advance for your contributions to this important conversation. David W. Walker; Donald Daughenbaugh, MSM Daughenbaugh; Tiffany Steinmann; Brandy Livingston; Denys Wells; Ashlee Williams; #woundedwarriors; #servantleadership; #faithjourney; #herosjourney; #veteransupport; #militaryveterans; #militarylife; #militaryfamilies; #veterans; #nonprofit; #armylife; #marinelife; #navylife; #airforce.
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Hayley Ann Boswell ⭐️This hit me. Our eldest is onto her 7th school and all four of our children have faced challenges with their education due to being Defence Kidz. Thankfully, they have also thrived. As Defence families, we do not get to pick where we live. The amount of times some snarky person on the phone has said to me, "Why didn't you have them on the wait list from birth?" We, as Defence families, don't get that luxury. How about priority of placement for Defence Kidz in ALL childcare centres. Who needs respite more than a Defence spouse doing it solo? How about State School of CHOICE? We don't get to pick where we live, so how about allowing us to pick the State school that best suits our child regardless of catchment area? Small actionable outcomes that would give Defence families a little bit of power to determine the best educational outcomes for their children. These options are already available to at risk children, so the framework is there. How about our Defence Kidz?
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Retired Military Special Needs Dad || I help military special needs families by highlighting quality of life issues
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🔥#EFMP and SNP families, one LAST chance to publicly voice your support to make #ABA a #TRICARE basic benefit! #MAA started almost 3 years ago to ensure ABA services are provided according to standards of care without unnecessary barriers. Together, these #militarypouses, #veterans, and #servicemembers have fought to end TRICARE's Autism Care Demonstration (ACD), secure ABA services as a regular TRICARE benefit, and restore services in all settings which are medically necessary for our #militarychildren. Why are we so passionate about this❓ For one MAA member, the stress assessments asking about his sexual life and happiness with his child was too much and this team member could no longer remain silent. He reached out to his local Congressional member offices. For another member, the extremely difficult process of finding ABA services at each new duty station and the complicated two-year referral process negatively affected her #mentalhealth as she worried if she would lose services for her child. This mother took action and went to Capitol Hill to raise awareness and advocate. Another team member experienced a tough #PCS process as the ABA provider network dried up as one after another clinic stopped taking TRICARE. This member was forced to pay out of pocket for civilian healthcare in order to avoid separating the family and stay at the duty station with her husband. This team member shared her story with the independent committee reviewing the ACD. 🗣The FINAL NASEM committee public meeting for the #Autism Care Demonstration occurs on June 20th! This independent committee is creating a report that will determine the future of ABA services for military families. Don’t regret NOT sharing your story; you can fill out an anonymous comment online, share your story with an MAA member to carry your message in-person at the meeting, or share your concerns directly with the committee by speaking virtually or in-person ⬇️Sign up at the link below if you wish to make a public comment. https://bit.ly/3X18wTI The committee loves to hear from #specialneeds #militaryfamilies, so share your feelings on the importance of ABA services for your family and the barriers you’ve experienced. #airforce #army #coastguard #marinecorps #navy #spaceforce #militaryspouse #militarycommunity #qualityoflife #MHPAEA #advocacy
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Our new paper explores four themes gathered from children from military families, and their parents and educators. These are family transitions (parents moving in and out of the household due to deployment and training), mobility (due to frequent relocations), and risk and protective factors. We also explore how we used their narratives and other lived and living experience narratives to co-create free online research-based resources. Amy Johnson 📖 Manna Institute University of New England (AU) CIMVHR - Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research JMVFH - The Journal of Military, Veteran and Family Health #militaryfamily #YourADF #narrativeresearch #livedexperience #livingexperience #childrensvoice #childrensagency #empowerment #resource #participatoryresearch #cocreation #familysupport #educators #schoolteachers #supportworkers #veteranfamilies #wellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #childrenswellbeing
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