Veterans
When parents transition out of military service, so do kids. Work together as a team and offer support in any way you can.
Expect Some Changes When A Veteran Comes Home
Changes can be a real challenge—and days may see-saw between easy and quite bumpy. With open communication and a little creativity, you can make children the heroes of this exciting new adventure.
There are playful things families can do to help them cope with and navigate the unique challenges of military life—together!
What Went Well?
Self-care can be as easy as finding little wins throughout the day.
Keep It Simple
Sometimes self-care means choosing the easier way to do things.
Being Still and Quiet
Self-care can be as easy as creating a little quiet.
Meal Planning
Healthy eating is a great form of self-care, especially if you have a plan.
Daily Movement
Moving as a family is great self-care, and can be easy and fun.
Here are some printable activities you and your child can do together to celebrate this new chapter.
Where I’ve Been, Where I’m Going
It can help children to have a concrete reminder of where they’ve been and where they’re going!
You’ve Done It Before, You’ll Do It Again
Bravery Badges
Sometimes we all need a reminder that we’re courageous.
Wherever I Am, We Can Still Be Friends
What Should I Say?
New friends may ask a lot of questions, but children can practice their answers ahead of time.
I’ll Always Be Me
Wherever you are, and no matter what else changes, you’re always you!
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Daily Movement
Moving as a family is great self-care, and can be easy and fun.
Meal Planning
Healthy eating is a great form of self-care, especially if you have a plan.
Being Still and Quiet
Self-care can be as easy as creating a little quiet.
Keep It Simple
Sometimes self-care means choosing the easier way to do things.
What Went Well?
Self-care can be as easy as finding little wins throughout the day.
Community Counts
Amid changes, building a supportive community and family are key to your well-being.
Wherever I Am, We Can Still Be Friends
Feelings and Communication
Communication is key to making everyone feel secure and open to changes.
We’re in This Together
Fill your life with family, friends, and joy; you’re not alone.
Discover more resources for parents, caregivers, and providers.
Building Resilience in Children and Families
Give children tools and coping skills to overcome both little and big challenges to help them learn and grow.
Children’s Feelings
When you help children to understand and express their emotions, you help them grow and thrive.
Parenting
Tips for taking care of children’s needs—through the ups, the downs, the big learning moments, and all the little discoveries.
