These helpful guides from official military sources, non-profits, communities and others provide military families with practical information, trusted resources, and tools to navigate everyday challenges. Covering topics such as childcare, education, healthcare, housing, spouse employment, and family well-being, these resources are designed to support informed decisions and help families thrive throughout their military journey.

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AFRC Connect The Network Guide

Air Force Recruiting Service (AFRS) Family

Thrive Air Force Reserve Edition cover page

Air Force Reserve Thrive Guide

Thrive Air National Guard Edition cover page

Air National Guard Thrive Guide

Alamogordo Thrive Guide

Andersen AFB Newcomer's Guide

Andersen AFB Newcomer’s Guide

ARNG Education Benefits Handbook

"At Ease: Support for Military Families with LGBTQ+ Children & Teens" cover photo

At Ease: Support for Military Families with LGBTQ+ Children & Teens

Colorado Springs Thrive Guide

DAF Ethics Guide

Thrive Department of the Air Force Edition cover page

Department of the Air Force Thrive Guide

Dyess AFB Community Resources

Ellsworth AFB, Rapid City & Box Elder, SD Thrive Guide

Estate Planning & Final Affairs Handbook

US Department of Veterans Affairs logo

Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents, Survivors, and Caregivers

Foreign Born Military Spouse Playbook

G.I. Jobs Magazine

Thrive Homeschool Edition cover page

Homeschool Thrive Guide

"Honoring Our Own" cover photo

Honoring Our Own 101 Ways to Support Fallen Hero Families

Idaho Veterans Guide

"Life Journey Through Autism" cover photo

Life Journey Through Autism: A Guide for Military Families

Michigan Legislative Publications

"Military Caregiver Support" cover photo

Military Caregiver Support Directory

MilLife Guides

Minot Area Military Resource Guide

"Life Journey Through Autism" cover photo

Navigating the Special Education System

"Career Connections" cover photo

NMSN Career Connections Magazine

"Occupational Outlook Handbook" cover photo

Occupational Outlook Handbook

Ohio Military Friendly Guide

Rapid City Livability Guide

Resource Guide for New Jersey’s Military, Veterans, and Families

Secure Families Initiative (SFI) Resource Readiness Toolkit

Shreveport/Bossier/Barksdale AFB Thrive Guide

Soldier & Family Readiness Group: How-To Guide

"Welcome to Europe" guide cover photo

Stars and Stripes | Special Publications

"A Survivor's Guide to Benefits" cover photo

Survivor’s Guide to Benefits

The Blueprint

The Military Mom Collective

The Ultimate Guide to Maintaining Consistency in Your Child’s Education

The Ultimate Guide to Registering Your Business on Post

This is Iowa

Thrive Guide – AETC Edition

TRICARE | Publications

United Forces & Families | Engage

Veterans’ Resource Directory

Wichita Falls & Sheppard AFB Thrive Guide