The world is a crazy place right now with COVID-19 spreading quickly. It’s hard to keep up with things changing by the minute.
We’re doing our best to keep things positive and keep you informed while moving forward together. Here’s what may be most helpful to you this week as we work through this pandemic together to find light, joy, and toilet paper on the other side.
We want to keep you informed, without overwhelming you. Tell us what is affecting your life the most and we’ll send you just what you need to know.
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All Your Coronavirus (COVID-19) Questions Answered
If you have general questions about COVID-19, what it is, how it’s progressing, who it affects, and more, here are your common questions answered.
DoD Bans Domestic Travel for Personnel & Families Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Pentagon officials announced a total domestic travel ban for all troops, civilian personnel and their families until May 11 in an effort to limit their potential exposure to the coronavirus.
What to do When COVID-19 Says You’re Now a “Have To” Homeschooler
In order to limit exposure and reduce the spread of the virus, many parents have found that they are now “have to” homeschoolers. So how do you get through it?
Does Your Military Family Have an Emergency Plan?
Having emergency funds for your family in times like this is crucial. Going forward, use these financial tips to help your family thrive during hard times.
Walt Disney World Closes, Paralyzing the Company’s Tourism Empire
Disney is closing Walt Disney World, its flagship theme park resort in Orlando, Florida, because of the global pandemic.
Families Trapped in Limbo as Some PCS Moves Put on Hold for Two Months
The DoD announced Thursday that all PCS and temporary duty moves are on hold for the next 60 days.
These Companies Are Offering Free Services & Waived Fees During Coronavirus Quarantine
In a time of extreme uncertainly, many companies are stepping up and offering free services or waived fees for those around the country.
All DOD-run Schools in US to Close by Wednesday
All Pentagon-run, on-post schools in the continental U.S. shut down amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Conceiving During The Coronavirus Outbreak
When attempting to conceive naturally or with the assistance of fertility treatment there are specific precautions to take during the coronavirus outbreak.
Outdoor Exercise Banned in Italy, New Restrictions in Germany as Countries Fight Spread of Coronavirus
Tens of thousands of U.S. military personnel and their families are among the millions living under new restrictions on activity in Germany and Italy, as the two countries grapple with containing the spread of the coronavirus.
Fallon, Colbert, Kimmel, Bee ‘Work from Home’ Amid COVID-19 With Help From Families and Dogs
Who says late-night hosts can’t work from home? The laughter we all need right now…
Is the Military Doing Enough to Practice Social Distancing?
The military has yet to crack down on large gatherings for military units…and has no intent to do so.
CORONAPOCALYPSE NOW: 7 Movies To Watch While Quarantined
With the world losing its mind over COVID-19, many people are finding themselves holed up in their homes until this all passes over. Here are some movies to help you pass the time and see that things could be much worse…
MFAN Coordinates with Housing Companies to Provide Emergency Accommodations for Military Families Displaced by COVID-19
Military families are experiencing great uncertainty as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, with some at risk of becoming homeless because of steps taken to slow the spread of the virus…
Commissary Announces New Customer Policies in Response to COVID-19
“We always recommend to our customers that they calmly purchase what they need and avoid any panic buying to ensure products are available for others in their communities.”
How My Life as a Military Spouse Has Prepared Me for COVID-19
We as a world are facing a global pandemic at the moment that is literally changing the world as we know it FOREVER…and then changing it AGAIN…DAILY. But we’ve been prepared for this.
Coronavirus Cases in the Military Community Surpass 200, Including DoD’s First Pandemic-linked Death
Cases of coronavirus in the military community neared 250 worldwide, including the Defense Department’s first pandemic-linked death and spurring new measures taken at installations in the United States, Pentagon officials said Monday.
Army Raises Health Threat to its Highest Level for Crisis Response Teams
Here is everything we know regarding how COVID-19 has affected your military family!
2020 Tokyo Olympics Will be Postponed Because of Coronavirus Pandemic
“We will postpone this and begin to deal with all the ramifications of moving this, which are immense.”
Pentagon Halts All Overseas Travel, Increases Restrictions at Bases as Coronavirus Cases Reach 600
“This is a pandemic…this is a significant infectious disease outbreak, and it is going to be weeks, not days. It’s going to take intensive measures, as we are implementing, to mitigate it.”
Communities Staging ‘Bear Hunts’ to Entertain Kids During Coronavirus Outbreak
These quarantine-approved scavenger hunts are the sweetest thing ever…
Military Spouse Mixes Andrew Lloyd Webber and Beer in Coronavirus Quarantine Balcony Concert in Germany
Some of us spend our social distancing time lounging in our pajamas, while others spend it singing a coronavirus-themed parody of an aria from “The Phantom of the Opera” in an evening gown and fur coat.
Herd Immunity Could Keep Coronavirus-afflicted Carriers in the Fight
“The best course of action would be to ‘ride it out’ by allowing sailors to get sick, recover and develop ‘herd immunity’ as a crew,” said former Navy Captain.
The Top Benefits Military Families Need to Know About this 2020 Tax Season
Here’s how COVID-19 affects us and our taxes this year…
More Than 9,000 Retired Army Medical Personnel Respond to Coronavirus Call
Hundreds of active duty soldiers are also deploying to support field hospitals.
‘Captain Crozier! Captain Crozier!’: Videos Show Sailors Sending Off Ousted USS Roosevelt Commander With Cheers
“A cheering and applauding crowd of sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt wished farewell to their captain, whom the Navy relieved of command after he raised concerns about the spreading coronavirus on his ship in a letter that was leaked to the media.”
How To Make Your Quarantine Birthday Special
We love these ideas so much! We spouses definitely know how to make a party awesome, even when life seems cancelled.
How the Pentagon’s Stop Movement Order is Affecting Military Families
We’re all — military and civilians alike — holed up in our homes, suffering through virtual schooling, whining kids, surreal food shopping experiences and fears about our financial futures…
3 Good Things about COVID-19
Generation C (Coronavirus), those who will not know a life without the threat of a pandemic, may live a better life because of COVID-19.
