The Hurst family, Naomi, David (serving) and two-year-old Dorothy share a slice of their army life in South Asia…
How long have you been an army family?
Nearly six years.
Time in India?
One year at the Defe...
Alongside AFF, there are many organisations which have the best interests of service children at their core. We often collaborate with them to share your concerns and issues, working to improve the lives of ser...
Forces family Ann and Mike, from Derbyshire, explain how after the painful loss of their daughter and discovering a rare genetic condition, they have just enjoyed their first Christmas with their baby son Liam....
Don't be put off becoming foster carers because you have to move often or are frequently deployed. Military life needn’t be a barrier and many local authorities and agencies welcome applications from those in t...
If you’re a military family considering adoption, SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, can support you through the process to create a loving family. They understand the complex demands, and the many positives, of ...
When you’re trying to forge a career while supporting your serving partner, there can be conflicts about which comes first.
An increasing number of organisations recognise that a military spouse or partner’s c...
Amy, Polly and Kelly, founders of Revive & Renew (reviveandrenew.co.uk) – business, wellness and personal growth retreats – had to cancel their residential breaks for 2020 due to COVID-19, so they decided t...
It’s reassuring to know that all prospective UWOs take part in an extensive course which covers all aspects of welfare to support army families…
Easingwold in North Yorkshire is much more than just a beautiful...
You do a great job of looking after your own family but there are times when you need extra help or advice. Welfare support is there to take care of every army family. Jill Misson reports…
When your family is ...
During COVID-19, the government has awarded £6 million in grant funding to 100 organisations via the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust. These grants offer a lifeline to those of you facing changing needs due to ...