|
Link for this page: http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/sp
|
|
|
Welcome, Service Providers!
MilitaryHOMEFRONT is an important source of information for Service Providers. The topics on the left represent major program areas under the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy.
This is the place to come for policy letters, instructions, legislation and other references. DoD program staff provide the documents and information in this section, ensuring that the service branch and installation program managers have access to the most up-to-date resources.
Some of the topics include tools and information to help you do your job. Future plans include Desk Guides, online learning opportunities and forums for the sharing of ideas and lessons-learned. Bookmark MilitaryHOMEFRONT and return often for the latest MC&FP information.
Reports
The latest official Quality of Life reports can be found in the Reports section of MilitaryHOMEFRONT.
Highlights & Headlines
DoD Backs Efforts to Keep Junk Food Out of Schools
By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012)
The Defense Department underscored its support for the work of a group of retired generals and admirals who have again called on Congress to help in reversing the nationwide trend of obesity in young people.
Online Toolkit Available for Mental Health Providers
By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012)
The Department of Veterans Affairs has developed a new online community provider toolkit aimed at delivering support, therapeutic tools, and resources to community providers treating veterans for mental health concerns.
Roth Contributions to Open to All Active-duty Troops
By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012)
Beginning Oct. 1, 2012, active-duty members of the Army, Navy and Air Force will be able to contribute to the Roth Thrift Savings Plan as part of their investment planning, Defense Financing and Accounting Service officials said.
DoD Receives Military Family Support Award
By American Forces Press Service
(Posted on Monday, October 01, 2012)
The National Military Family Association awarded its annual Support of Military Families Award to the Defense Department at a Sept. 24 reception on Capitol Hill that celebrated several longstanding supporters of military families.
President Obama Signs Executive Order to Improve Access to Mental Health Services for Veterans, Service Members, and Military Families
By The White House
(Posted on Thursday, September 06, 2012)
An Executive Order was signed directing key federal departments to expand suicide prevention strategies and take steps to meet the current and future demand for mental health and substance abuse treatment services.
| |
|
