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DoD aims for more consistent support for special needs families
The policy aims to standardize the services provided to special needs families, but one advocate says it doesn't go far enough.
By Karen Jowers
Latest "Exceptional Family Member Program" stories
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DoD wants to hear from 110K military families with special needs
Watch your email for the first-ever comprehensive DoD survey of special needs families.
By Karen Jowers
Military kids face delays, inequities in getting special education services
Despite knowing the needs of their children, military parents are resigned to 'go it alone.'
By Karen Jowers
Bill would protect medical care for transgender dependents of service members
The proposed legislation would ensure that troops with transgender dependents aren't stationed in states where their health care could be restricted.
The Army’s Legal Assistance attorneys can help with special education law
Special education law became a required area of assistance in the Army Legal Assistance program in 2021, says the author of this commentary.
By Melissa Halsey
Landlords may not be providing enough housing for military families with disabilities: senators
Are privatized housing landlords following the law? Senators want to know.
By Karen Jowers