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Families of Veterans Guild

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Transforming art into a mindful practice for Defence Families

A Mindful Moment: Transform Your Art into a Mindful Practice for Defence Families

Engaging in mindful art creation can be a rewarding way for veterans and defence families, including defence spouses, to practice being present in the moment. By focusing on the process rather than the outcome, you can bring peace and creativity into your life. Here are some practical tips to help you integrate mindfulness into your […]

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Contribution to National Carer Strategy Consultation

Contribute to the National Carer Strategy Consultation

The Albanese Labor Government is committed to better supporting the three million unpaid carers in Australia, which often includes war widows and veterans families. As part of this commitment, a discussion paper on the new National Carer Strategy has been released, and public consultation is now open. This is a crucial opportunity for carers, former

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War Widows connecting through the Friendship Line

How the Friendship Line Connects War Widows Across Generations

One of our volunteers shares her experience of calling our members and the benefits of the Families of Veterans Guild Friendship Line service. What is the Friendship Line? The Friendship Line is a service that we offer to our members, especially those who live in rural areas or are socially isolated, to provide them with

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Coping as a Defence Spouse, tips from war widow

How to cope as a defence spouse: tips from a war widow

Anne shares her experience of being married to a Navy submariner and how she found support after his passing. Being a defence spouse: the challenges and the rewards Being a defence spouse can be rewarding, but it also comes with many challenges. You may have to deal with long periods of separation, frequent moves, uncertainty,

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Veteran Families Voices Matter

Veterans Families Voices Matter

Advocacy update: Inquiry into the Defence Honours and Awards System The Senate’s Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Reference’s Committee has established a new Inquiry into the integrity and efficacy of the Defence honours and awards system, with particular reference to:  Experiences of Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel progressing through the honours and awards system.  The effect

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Veteran Families Support from Social Work and Wellbeing Events

How the Social Work and Wellbeing Program can help veteran families

A new program to support the emotional and social needs of Australian Defence Force families Did you know that defence families can face significant challenges and hardships due to the impact of military service on their loved ones? Research has shown that many spouses, partners, parents, children, and siblings of veterans experience poor mental health,

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