Military OneSource Podcast

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2023 National Military Youth of the Year Dec 08, 2023

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Through a partnership between the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and the armed services, youth and teens can enjoy and benefit from all kinds of educational, recreational and leadership opportunities in military Youth Programs and teen centers, which provide a supportive place to connect with peers and mentors. Host Bruce Moody speaks with 2023 National Military Youth of the Year Xavier B., who talks about how participating in the Military Youth of the Year program and in his military youth center in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, helped him develop his interests, explore his role as an engaged citizen and enhance his sense of service to his community. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/children-youth-teens/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Surviving Milestones as a Survivor Dec 04, 2023

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Learn how survivors can navigate the range of emotions brought on by milestones, such as birthdays and anniversaries, following the death of a service member or veteran — and how such emotions can fluctuate over the years. Also, learn the difference between milestones you can see coming and ones that can appear out of nowhere, strategies for finding support and how to help children find comfort during these times. Host Bruce Moody speaks with the Vice President of Survivor Services for the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, Audri Beugelsdijk, who oversees operations, ensuring immediate and long-term support for survivors. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/family-relationships/gold-star-surviving-family/support-after-loss/navigating-holidays-as-a-survivor/ to learn about the resources and support available for survivors. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast, as well as ideas for future episodes, by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Introducing the EFMP Standardization Podcast Series Nov 27, 2023

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This podcast is promoting a series about the newly enhanced Exceptional Family Member Program. Learn about who the program serves, how it helps military families and the new enhancements put in place by the Defense Department to facilitate better communication and a seamless experience for families with special medical and/or educational needs, regardless of location and service branch. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Tomeshia Barnes, associate director, Office of Special Needs. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/efmp/ to learn about the resources and support available to military families with special medical and/or educational needs. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. You may also share feedback on the EFMP program through the EFMP feedback form: https://public.militaryonesource.mil/efmpfeedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

DANTES Program Overview Nov 20, 2023

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Learn about DANTES, Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support, a program that provides free education and career planning to service members. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Erin Roberts of DANTES about how the program can help military members at every stage, from entry into the service to the final stage of transitioning into their civilian career. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/for-service-members to learn about education and employment resources and Military OneSource services available to service members. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

VA PACT Act Nov 13, 2023

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Learn about the PACT Act and what it could mean for you or your loved ones. The PACT Act is a new law that expands and extends VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances as part of their military service since the 1960s. Learn about eligibility, which medical conditions are covered, how to go about receiving benefits and more. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kaitlin Richards, Assistant Director, Office of Policy & Oversight at the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Visit https://www.va.gov/resources/the-pact-act-and-your-va-benefits/ or call 1-800-MyVA411 to learn more about PACT Act health care and benefits available to eligible veterans. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the Office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Veterans Legacy Memorial Nov 06, 2023

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Learn about the Veterans Legacy Memorial, how it came about and who it honors. You will also learn who is eligible for inclusion, how to submit tributes that include pictures and memories and where family, friends and the general public can view the memorial. Host Bruce Moody speaks with James LaPaglia, who’s with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and works in the National Cemetery Administration. Visit https://www.vlm.cem.va.gov/ to learn more about the Veterans Legacy Memorial. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil, or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Postsecondary Readiness: Equitable Access and Opportunities for Military-Connected Students Nov 01, 2023

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Learn how school liaisons can help military-connected students, including those with special needs, prepare for successful transitions to life after high school. Parents can get helpful tips about how to use Child and Youth programs and resources to best prepare their children for education transitions and postsecondary opportunities — including further education, training and jobs. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kristen Acquah, school liaison at Headquarters Marine Corps, and Meredith Ayala, family partnership specialist with Fairfax County Public Schools. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/benefits/school-liaison-program to learn about the education transition resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Thrive Through Deployment Oct 25, 2023

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Learn about Thrive and the programs it offers for military and civilian families, how it can help families manage deployment and how its resources help address deployment concerns and issues. You’ll also learn about supplemental modules Thrive offers to assist families before, during and after deployment that help keep relationships strong. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Terri Rudy, Thrive Initiative Research Project Manager, and Holly Nusom, Army spouse of 19 years. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/parenting/children-youth-teens/thrive-online-program-for-military-parents/ to learn about Thrive resources available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

School Liaisons and School Districts Partnering Together to Support Military-Connected Students Postsecondary Planning and Readiness Oct 23, 2023

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Learn more about how school liaisons help military-connected youth, including those with special needs, prepare for successful transitions to life after high school. This episode highlights the way school liaisons promote the relationship between families and school systems and inform educators about the unique needs of military-connected children — especially the challenges of frequent moves. Learn about tools and resources to help ensure smooth education transitions, whether you are moving to a new district or overseas. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Kristen Acquah, school liaison at Headquarters Marine Corps, and Meredith Ayala, family partnership specialist with Fairfax County Public Schools. Visit Military OneSource at: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/benefits/school-liaison-program/ to learn about the education transition resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcast Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

DSLO Occupational Licensure Compacts Oct 20, 2023

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Learn about occupational licensure compacts, and how Defense Department officials work with state legislators to ease pathways to employment for thousands of military spouses to work in practices that require licenses in compact-member states. In this episode, the discussion introduces listeners to how occupational licenses are selected, developed and approved, which differ from state to state. In addition, learn about the 2023 amendment to the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and how occupational licensure compacts benefit more than military spouses. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Tammie Perreault, northwest regional liaison for the Defense-State Liaison Office working with state legislatures in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming. She also leads the coordination between the Defense Department and the Council of State Governments to develop occupational licensure interstate compacts and serves as a national subject matter expert on the benefits of compacts for military spouses. Visit the Military State Policy Source website at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/education-employment/seco/transferring-your-professional-license-what-s-involved/ for more information on this topic. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. Share your feedback about this podcast as well as ideas for future episodes by visiting the Military OneSource Podcasts Feedback Form at https://public.militaryonesource.mil/podcast-feedback. The Military OneSource Podcast series is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil, or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

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