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VA resumes collection of debts from benefits overpayments, medical co-pays
About 600,000 veterans owe money to the department.
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DoD schools worldwide navigate the pandemic with mostly open classrooms, low infection rates
Less than 1 percent of DoDEA students got COVID during the 2020-2021 school year, despite largely remaining open for in-person instruction.
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Pharmacy costs increasing Jan. 1 for active-duty families, retirees and others
After holding the line on cost of meds for 2021, Tricare officials are increasing the cost anywhere from $1 to $8 for 2022.
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New White House report seeks employment, quality of life improvements for military families
A major priority of the Joining Forces is reducing spousal unemployment, which has remained at 22 percent for nearly a decade.
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Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
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More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
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How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
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It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
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U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
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Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
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VA resumes collection of debts from benefits overpayments, medical co-pays
About 600,000 veterans owe money to the department.
-
DoD schools worldwide navigate the pandemic with mostly open classrooms, low infection rates
Less than 1 percent of DoDEA students got COVID during the 2020-2021 school year, despite largely remaining open for in-person instruction.
-
Pharmacy costs increasing Jan. 1 for active-duty families, retirees and others
After holding the line on cost of meds for 2021, Tricare officials are increasing the cost anywhere from $1 to $8 for 2022.
-
New White House report seeks employment, quality of life improvements for military families
A major priority of the Joining Forces is reducing spousal unemployment, which has remained at 22 percent for nearly a decade.
-
Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
-
More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
-
How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
-
It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
-
U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
-
Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
-
VA resumes collection of debts from benefits overpayments, medical co-pays
About 600,000 veterans owe money to the department.
-
DoD schools worldwide navigate the pandemic with mostly open classrooms, low infection rates
Less than 1 percent of DoDEA students got COVID during the 2020-2021 school year, despite largely remaining open for in-person instruction.
-
Pharmacy costs increasing Jan. 1 for active-duty families, retirees and others
After holding the line on cost of meds for 2021, Tricare officials are increasing the cost anywhere from $1 to $8 for 2022.
-
New White House report seeks employment, quality of life improvements for military families
A major priority of the Joining Forces is reducing spousal unemployment, which has remained at 22 percent for nearly a decade.
-
Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
-
More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
-
How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
-
It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
-
U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
-
Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.













