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Navigating resentment and forgiveness

A guide to understanding resentment for families impacted by defence service Veteran families face unique challenges due to the demands of military life, which often leads to feelings of resentment. Resentment can arise from experiences of frequent relocations, prolonged absences, limited support systems, career and financial sacrifices, increased caregiving responsibilities, and a lack of recognition. […]

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December 10, 2024

Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Final Report

A step forward, but more needs to be done On Monday, 2 December 2024, the Australian Government released its response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide’s Final Report. While the government has agreed to many of the Commission’s recommendations, including the establishment of a Veteran Wellbeing Agency within DVA, more needs to

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December 6, 2024

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The power of social connection for veteran families

Social connections importance for defence and veteran families For defence and veteran families, the power of social connection is evident in their journey of resilience. Defence life can bring unique challenges, even long after service. Frequent relocations, long deployments, the caring journey and emotional toll of carrying the load at home can bring about stress

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November 19, 2024

Exercise as self-care for veteran families

The role of physical activity in strengthening family bonds Regular physical activity can be a form of self-care. Exercise not only benefits physical health but also improves mental wellbeing, reduces stress, and strengthens family bonds. Engaging in family exercise creates an opportunity for everyone to reconnect, release tension, and stay active together. Veteran families face

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November 19, 2024

Wellbeing activity for defence families, veteran families and war widows.

October Highlights From Our Wellbeing Program

Veterans’ health week The theme of Veterans’ Health Week 2024 was Keep Connected. This theme focused on promoting good health and wellbeing in the everyday life of veterans and their families and shone a light on the importance of social connection. Our Wellbeing Program held numerous events in Canberra and Sydney for defence and veteran

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November 13, 2024

war widows on War Widows Day 19th October, tribute and recognition of war widows

Showing your support this War Widows Day

Support war widows, get involved, make a difference in their lives and honour their sacrifice. War Widows Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognising and connecting war widows, ensuring they feel honoured and acknowledged, giving us an opportunity to honour their stories, bravery, and sacrifice. Across New South Wales alone, more than 10,700 war

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October 17, 2024

Government’s Response to the Royal Commission’s Final Report

October Highlights From Our Wellbeing Program

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