Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness

Our colleagues from the Institute for Military & Veteran Family Wellness, in collaboration with Veteran Spouse Network , have contributed to two newly published studies in the Journal of Military, Veteran, and Family Health! These articles provide valuable insights into supporting military spouses and enhancing peer support programs. This achievement reflects years of dedication to understanding and improving the well-being of military and veteran families. Dr. Elisa Borah, Institute & Research Director, collaborated with an incredible team, including Hannah OBrien and the VSN team, and former colleagues from the Steve Hicks School of Social Work, including doctoral program alumni LTC Jean P Hare and Anil Arora, and former practicum students Karie Hare, Rachel Ortiz, LMSW, and Dr. yessenia castro. Their collective efforts continue to shape research that enhances the well-being of military and veteran families. Read the articles: ?? Informing Peer Support Programs for Active Duty Military Spouses of U.S. Army Soldiers:?https://lnkd.in/gA3YdBxA ?? Self-Care Among Military Spouses and Partners: Developing the Military and Veteran Spouse Self-Care Inventory: https://lnkd.in/gjYXyeAa #PeerSupport #SelfCare #VeteranSpouses #MilitarySpouses #MilitaryFamilies #VeteranWellness

The Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey is officially closed! Thank you to all those who completed the survey and our partners who helped us spread the word. Each of the nearly 2,000 military and veteran spouse responses, illuminates a unique and nuanced story of wellness. Together, these stories are crucial to helping us better understand the collective experience of spouses and what we can do to better support their needs. In the next few months, we will share our findings, offering insights into areas where resources can potentially enhance wellness within the military and veteran spouse community. If you want to receive survey-related updates, add your email to our survey news and updates list! https://loom.ly/EqIbg14

LAST DAY! Just one day remaining to take the Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey. Your wellness matters and your voice has an impact. Share with us today and help us better address the needs of military and veteran spouses. https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0 #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness

ONE WEEK LEFT! Military & veteran spouses have one week remaining to share their feedback, helping us better understand spouse wellness. This research is crucial to developing programs and supports that specifically address the needs and wants of military and veteran spouses. https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0 #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness

? Happy Holidays to all! We will be out of the office for the #holidays from December 23rd – January 1st. We are still offering some of our social clubs to ensure you get the #support you’re looking for over the holiday season ?? View our ??? >>> https://lnkd.in/gPH_9Fdn

Time is running out! We are quickly approaching the end date for our Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey. Take the survey before Dec 31st and help us better address spouse wellness. https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0 #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness

It’s your last chance to share! Are you a military or veteran spouse? We want to make sure that the needs of all military and veteran spouses are heard. The only way we can learn about your experience is to hear directly from you. Our survey will close at the end of December, take it while there’s still time! #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0

Attention military and veteran spouses! We are approaching the final push for the wellness survey. As a spouse, your experiences are unique, and in order to create targeted programs that truly support you, we need your input! Take the Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey today—because your voice is the key to change. #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0

Join the #GivingTuesday Movement! ?? Today is the perfect day to make a meaningful impact. Whether it's through a heartfelt smile, lending a helping hand to a neighbor, advocating for a cause you care about, or sharing what you have with those in need, every act of generosity matters. We all have something valuable to give. Here are some ways you can support the VSN this Giving Tuesday: 1?? Share Your Skills: Offer professional expertise to help the military-connected community thrive. 2?? Spread the Word: Use your voice on social media to raise awareness about the VSN's mission and encourage others to get involved. 3?? Volunteer Your Time: Enroll in suicide prevention training to gain the skills needed to support a loved one facing mental health challenges. 4?? Connect a Friend: Inform a military or veteran spouse/partner about the free peer support programs available at VSN. 5?? Become a Monthly Donor: Consider setting up a monthly donation to ensure continuous support for our programs. Together, let's make a difference! ?? To donate to the VSN, visit https://lnkd.in/gwdqJhMM #GivingTuesday2024 #MakeADifference

Military and veteran spouse wellness matters. Help move the needle on military & veteran spouse wellness by taking our survey today! https://loom.ly/Tbvijn0 #militaryspouse #veteranspouse #wellness