Family Support

Every Spring, Blue Star Mothers Chapter 8 hosts a Military Baby Shower for Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Spouses of Active Duty & Veterans who are expecting or have children up to 6 months old. Keep an eye on their website for further information.

If you need help paying for child care, there are programs that can help. Childcare.gov has a summary of different programs that may be available to help with the cost of child care.

We provide childcare stipends to student or working mothers that allows them to place their children in trusted and enriching care with any licensed childcare provider of their choosing. We also provide stipends for summer, spring break, and winter break camps for school aged children of Veterans so that their care is uninterrupted during breaks in their school schedule.

The goal of the New York National Guard SFPO is to enhance the quality of life for National Guard members, their families, and the communities in which they live. The SFPO will accomplish this by building a robust network of trained volunteers allied with Active and Reserve Components; government agencies; employers; Veteran and Volunteer Service Organizations, and private businesses in support of all military Service members and their families throughout New York State.

You're strong, but military life can be challenging. Here are resources to help you talk, listen, and connect.