Michigan Guard Family Programs

Soldiers & Families,

Preparing for a deployment is about more than packing bags and completing a checklist—it’s about making sure you and your family feel informed, prepared, and supported for the months ahead.

Join Family Programs for our Pre-Deployment Coffee Chat Series beginning Wednesday, September 23. Every other Wednesday. Two times available:11:00 AM or 7:00 PM.

These informal Coffee Chats are designed for Soldiers, spouses, parents, significant others, and other loved ones who want to better understand what to expect before and during deployment.

Throughout the series, we’ll talk about topics including:

• What to expect as deployment approaches

• Preparing your family emotionally and practically

• Communication expectations during deployment

• Financial, legal, and emergency preparedness

• Resources and benefits available to Soldiers and families

• Supporting children, spouses, parents, and other loved ones

• Managing stress, changes in routines, and separation

• How Family Programs stays connected and provides support throughout the deployment

Most importantly, bring your questions. These Coffee Chats are an opportunity to talk openly, get answers, connect with resources, and learn from one another.

Whether this is your first deployment or your fifth, every deployment brings different circumstances. Taking time now to prepare can make a significant difference for both the Soldier and the family.

☕ Grab your coffee and join us!

Pre-Deployment Coffee Chat Series

📅 Begins Wednesday, September 23

🕚 11:00 AM Session

🌙 7:00 PM Session

Twenty-five years later, we remember the lives lost and the courage shown in the wake of the 9/11 attacks.

For Guard Families with school age children.

Lions tickets !!
Open to currently serving members of Active Duty, National Guard & Reserves and their ID - carrying dependents only.

USO Michigan is excited to offer military families an opportunity to attend this weekends Lions pre-season game against the Washington Commanders.

For more information and to register for a chance to score tickets, visit: https://brnw.ch/21x51ez

**Registration for this opportunity will close on Thursday, August 20th at 9AM**

https://www.vetlifetoday.org/vet-fest

Vet Fest | VETLIFE ® Vet Fest is the ultimate free event for veteran families—connect with resources, enjoy family fun, and win great prizes!

⚾️ Free MiLB Tickets ⚾️

USAA is offering Complimentary MiLB Tickets as part of their celebration for the nation’s 250th.

From USAA:
Free tickets (up to 4 per eligible request, limited inventory) for active-duty, veterans, and USAA members at select Minor League Baseball games. Offer active June 23 – July 12.

Request tickets/codes at: milb.com/usaa

They are still looking for volunteers for this event. If you can help, contact the POC from the flyer via the QR code.

Webinar is Today!
Military OneSource Webinar: Emotional Exhaustion: Fighting the Fatigue

Date & Time: June 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM (EST)

Description: Navigating relentless challenges can leave us feeling adrift and weary. In this seminar, we’ll talk about how to regroup emotionally using simple mindset shifts. We’ll explore how to restore a feeling of stability and shape a realistic day. And share ways to re-spark our essential vitality.



Registration link: https://militaryonesource.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_uTWBFj1VTjSg0ZONFfSzZQ #/registration

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