Support Your Service Member
Military OneSource is your link to military life, with information tailored for Friends and Extended Family.
As a parent, sibling, grandparent, fiancé, extended family member or friend of a service member, you feel pride for your loved one’s call to serve. You may also have questions about your service member’s military experience. We have answers for you.
The Department of Defense and Military OneSource understand you are a source of strength in your service member’s support network. That’s why we are committed to helping you better understand military life, military culture and the resources available to your loved one.
Learn More About Military Life
The American Red Cross also offers helpful resources and services for military families, and can reach your deployed service member in case of emergency back home. As part of the extended military community, you can turn to resources from the Red Cross or Military OneSource anytime to connect to information and support.
- Health and Wellness Coaching
- Moving Services in the Military
- Financial and Tax Consultation
- Confidential Non-medical Counseling
- Education Planning
- Peer-to-Peer Support
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