DFAS launches new kind of myPay account for military gray-area retirees

Family

Tips for caregivers: How to take care of yourself and avoid burnout

Human Performance Resources, CHAMP at USU and Jacob Moore, MHS Communications on Nov. 29th, 2021
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Caring for a recovering service member can be hard. It can take on an added level of difficulty and stress when, as is often the case, that person is a friend, family member or loved one. Without time to recharge, burnout is a very real...

Veterans

Smoking rates steadily trend down among veterans receiving VA care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs on Nov. 29th, 2021
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WASHINGTON - In conjunction with the Great American Smokeout observed Nov. 18, the Department of Veterans Affairs is encouraging veterans to talk to their health care providers about smoking cessation programs to help them quit, as cigarette use...

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Holiday season arrives at McChord with annual Operation Turkey Drop

SSgt Tryphena Mayhugh, 62nd Airlift Wing Public Affairs on Nov. 28th, 2021
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD - It's the beginning of the holiday season, which once again means it's time for Operation Turkey Drop. Every year, members of the Air Force Association (AFA) McChord Field Chapter and the Pierce Military and Business...

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Local ways to celebrate the holidays

Beverly Bloom on Nov. 28th, 2021
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It's the most wonderful time of the year and we're here to fill you in on additional opportunities to deck your calendars full this holiday season. Here are local holiday happenings in the communities surrounding JBLM.  Sunday, Nov....

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‘Tis the Season for Fantasy Lights

Claire Nunn on Nov. 24th, 2021
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For the past 27 years, Pierce County Parks has delighted thousands of families from near and far with miles of elaborate light displays. Fantasy Lights is the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest and features nearly 300 displays...