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A postcard from a forces family in Lisbon

Stuart, Kim, Lucas (13), Ellie (11) and Finn (11) How long have you been an army family? We have been together since early 2005, we met in the Netherlands and married there in 2007. Time in Lisbon? We a...

Help for overseas postings in times of need

There are times in your life when it can be difficult to cope, but when you’re on an overseas posting with no family or other military friends close by, it can be even harder. Whatever your issue, it often h...

More than just faith: What your padre can do for you

You're often at your most vulnerable when you move, especially overseas where you can face huge upheaval all at once. And while you’re abroad there can be a lot to deal with – whether it’s loneliness, separat...

Postcard: Forces Florida posting

Bex Valentine, and her husband, Mike Enever (serving) How long have you been an army family? 22 years. Time in Tampa? Just over two years, we arrived in August 2020. How many other military families live...

Military family posted to the USA?

After AFF reported an increase in the number of enquiries from the USA in 2019, ranging from schools to health, we were pleased to see the introduction of the British Defence Staff United States portal – bdsu...

How do you keep your professional development up to date when overseas?

One of the biggest considerations for those of you accompanying your soldier overseas is “how can I make the most of my time when employment opportunities are limited?” A big question for which there is no on...

Adventures and opportunities at MOD schools overseas

Your children’s education is bound to be a priority if you’re posted overseas and, in some locations, schooling is provided by Defence Children Services. So what can your child expect if they’re enrolled at a...

What are army families missing when they move overseas?

A word from...AFF policy & Research Director, Michelle Alston All army families face challenges when moving – not just with housing, but also finding childcare, the impact on the partner’s job and access...

Army unit moves to Cyprus

Whilst some of 1st Battalion the Royal Anglian Regiment arrived in Cyprus last summer in an unusual fashion following a 3,900km epic charity relay from Woolwich across Europe involving running, cycling, swimm...

Before you go: Overseas checklist for army families

If you've been offered a posting overseas, you’ll want to be armed with as much information as possible before you go. So here, AFF’s Overseas Manager, Esther Thomas, helps you to understand new resources, cu...