Service life can place unique pressures and challenges on even the strongest relationships. Whatever happens, it’s good to talk...
In the first flush...
A POSTING abroad can sometimes turn out to be a life-changing experience. Here at AFF, we hear from many families who have fallen in love with their o...
WHETHER you live ‘married unaccompanied’ or your spouse is deployed or away on exercise, it’s all too tempting to avoid cooking altogether and tuck in...
AFF often asks you about your experiences of army life and it’s your evidence that helps us resolve issues and make changes. So where does the informa...
WHETHER by accident or design, living married unaccompanied as an army family has its ups and downs. You might be able to pursue a steady career, enjo...
SEPARATION is something you have to get used to as an army family but when the dreaded deployment starts, how do you cope without your soldier at home...
Have you thought about home schooling your children? It can be a positive choice but it can also be a huge adjustment for the whole family. Jilly Carr...
EVER thought about going back to school? Not as a pupil but as a school governor? It might not be something you’ve thought about, but this voluntary r...
Domestic abuse is not easy to discuss. The army lifestyle can affect families seeking support because there’s often a fear that it will impact on thei...
MEET the Rutherfords: Miranda and Scott and their twins Warwick and Bronwyn (3). Miranda tells us how they blend army and family life…
We feel the a...
