ADF families in Canberra are invited to join this free yoga session Are you the partner of a current serving ADF member, a veteran spouse, parent of a veteran, adult child of a veteran, a widow, or connected to Defence in another way? We warmly invite families of veterans to join us for a yoga […]
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Social Work and Wellbeing, Wellbeing
The importance of War Widows Day War Widows Day holds profound significance as it recognises and connects war widows, acknowledging their bravery, resilience, and sacrifice. It is a day to honour the silent figures who have stood steadfast behind Australia’s peace and security, ensuring that their stories are heard and their contributions remembered. The importance
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Events, Member Stories
Defence and veteran families can register for a free virtual art session Are you the partner of a current serving ADF member, a veteran spouse, parent of a veteran, adult child of a veteran, a widow, or connected to Defence in another way? We warmly invite families of veterans to join us for an online
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Social Work and Wellbeing
Why is World Mental Health day important for defence and veteran families? Defence and veteran families often face unique challenges, from frequent relocations and deployments to transitioning back into civilian life. These challenges can impact mental health, highlighting the need to prioritise wellbeing for families of veterans. World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October
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Wellbeing tips
Supporting our war widows: a call to action for War Widows Day Across New South Wales alone, more than 10,700 war widows and widowers of all ages face the enduring challenges of grief and isolation. These resilient individuals, who are the silent figures behind the peace and security of our nation, carry deep scars left
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Events, Important Updates
Post-Traumatic Growth and Veteran Families: A Journey of Hope and Healing For many veteran families, the challenges of military service don’t end when the uniform is folded away. The transition back to civilian life can be a challenging journey, particularly when a loved one has experienced trauma during their service. Yet, even amid these challenges,
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Advocacy, Contribution, Wellbeing tips