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...
Postcard - Jim, Clare, Theo and Alice

Postcard: A snapshot of army life in Ottawa

Jim (serving), Clare, Theo (10) and Alice (6), who arrived on their posting with elderly dog Macy and will be leaving with new puppy Maple How long have you been an army family? Since 2007. Time in Ottawa?...
Caroline Rimmer and family

How do you have a career whilst living army life?

When your partner or spouse is serving it can feel as if your own job aspirations have to take a back seat. But supporting your soldier’s career shouldn’t mean you have to wave goodbye to your own, Jill Misso...
Akylah Rodriguez at BFBS

BFBS – the worldwide media service

BFBS services are available far and wide to ensure you’re connected with home from almost anywhere in the world. Here’s what’s on offer… BFBS TV – the best of UK TV, sport and movies, pretty much anywhere in...