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No Wingman Walks Alone
September 3, 2026 — Free, confidential recovery support is available 24/7 for all Department of the Air Force civilians and military personnel...

The cost of waiting: Recognizing PTSD symptoms, seeking support
June 30, 2026 — For many service members, the hardest part of post-traumatic stress disorder can be acknowledging they need to seek support, and that accepting help is a form of proactive resilience. Every June, the Air Force Medical Service brings awareness to PTSD, a mental health concern that can worsen if left untreated...

Military OneSource provides options to military spouses, family entrepreneurs
April 25, 2024 — The Department of Defense, in partnership with other federal agencies, has options available to help budding entrepreneurs within the military community start and maintain their businesses...

Empowering service members: advancing mental health access, targeted care
November 14, 2023 — Taking the initiative to seek help for emotional difficulties is a courageous and responsible step for a service member. Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center’s Mental Health Clinic is dedicated to ensuring that all service members receive effective care in a timely manner...

Help available for DAF Airmen, Guardians, civilians in event of lapse in appropriations
September 28, 2023 — Assistance to reduce potential impacts in the event of a government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians, and their families is available through various means...

New mental health care initiative improves access to care and readiness
May 8, 2023 — Air Force mental health leaders implemented a new initiative to nearly all Air Force bases to improve access to mental health, increase access to support resources, and mitigate the impact on readiness...

Military OneSource MilTax now available for 2023 tax filing, support
February 9, 2023 — The Department of Defense announced that free expert support and e-filing for the 2023 tax season are now available for the military community. A DOD benefit offered through Military OneSource, MilTax includes tax preparation and e-filing software developed specifically for the military community, as well as personalized virtual support...

DOD offering additional assistance in finding employment for military spouses
November 4, 2022 — The well-being and readiness of service members is a top priority for the Defense Department, and in September, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced an action plan offering them and their families additional support. One of these includes providing assistance in finding employment for military spouses...

Military tax services available through Military OneSource
January 19, 2021 — Filing taxes can be a daunting task every year, but the Department of Defense has helpful resources for active duty service members and their families, and it’s all free through Military OneSource...

App for military resources available to service members, families
November 9, 2020 — The "My Military OneSource" mobile app makes it more convenient for service members and their families to access resources from a smartphone...

Military OneSource, family readiness, spouse programs remain available
July 30, 2020 — The Defense Department's Military Community and Family Policy office is adapting how it executes its programs in an effort to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic...

Military OneSource, family and spouse programs still available
March 30, 2020 — Military OneSource is a Department of Defense-funded program that is both a call center and website that provides comprehensive information, support, and resources on every aspect of military life...

MilTax: Military OneSource offers free tax prep
January 17, 2020 — Tax season can be a dreaded time of year for many people, but the Defense Department's Military OneSource offers the MilTax program to ease filing stress for service members and their families...

Volunteers show commuters ‘We Care’ at JBSA-Lackland entry gates
December 19, 2019 — If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, please go directly to the Mental Health Clinic or to your closest emergency room. You can also reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Above all -- you matter and your Air Force Family cares about you. ...

Employment options, tools abound for military spouses
October 16, 2019 — Military spouses looking for employment have a lot of options and a lot of tools available to them...

Stopping bullying takes understanding, involvement
September 25, 2018 — Whether it’s physical or verbal, face-to-face or online, bullying can have lasting effects as children grow older. But with the help of parents, educators and experts, this type of harassment can be addressed – or possibly even stopped...

Military OneSource benefits extended to veterans, families for full year after separation
August 14, 2018 — Eligibility for Military OneSource benefits has been extended from the current 180 days to 365 days after separation or retirement from military service to ensure all service members and families have access to comprehensive support as they transition to civilian life, Defense Department officials announced Aug. 13...

DOD offers enhanced support for military families with special needs
June 5, 2018 — The Defense Department now offers access to a wide array of newly enhanced and specialized support for military families with special needs...

Free Tax Filing Software Available to Military Members
January 23, 2018 — With the new year bringing a new tax season, Military OneSource has launched its free tax software to support military members and their families in the annual task of filing...

Military OneSource Highlights Commitment to Military in ‘Our Promise to You’
November 30, 2017 — As part of its commitment to service members and their families, Erika Slaton, a Military OneSource program analyst, said the program launched the “Our Promise to You” initiative that is featured prominently on the website...