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Iowa National Guard Warrior and Family Services Branch

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Iowa National Guard Warrior and Family Services Branch

This is the official page of the Iowa National Guard Warrior and Family Services Branch. Below are some of the major programs.

The Warrior and Family Services Branch offers many services and support for the Families and the Service Members. Strong Bonds: A program sponsored by the chaplain which helps Service Members and their Families enhance relationships. Yellow Ribbon Program: This program provides information and education on services, referrals and outreach programs to assist throughout the deployment cycle. The pr

ogram is designed to better prepare our Service members and their Families for deployments and reintegration. Child and Youth Program: Promotes and sustains the quality of life and resiliency of National Guard child and youths by providing high-quality support services and enrichment programs for dependents of the Iowa National Guard. Resiliency and Su***de Prevention: Promotes, trains, and sustains the quality of life and resiliency throughout command teams, Soldiers, and their Families. Provides a variety of trainings, resources, and needed information to help all involved overcome situations and develop a positive way of thinking for the overall wellness of everyone. Soldier and Family Readiness Program: Acts as a liaison between the command team and Families, connecting Soldiers and Families with valuable community resources, finding mutual support. Military OneSource: Military OneSource is a broad-based resource focused on family and community readiness 24 hours a day at www.militaryonesource.com or 1-800-342-9647. Personal Financial Consultant: Provide financial consultations and educational briefings to Service Members and Family Members anywhere in Iowa, free of charge. Survivor Outreach Services: Provides services that address the financial, emotional, educational, health, and family issues that may arise following the death of a Soldier, while continuously linking Survivors to their Army Family for as long as they desire. Transition Assistance Advisor: TAA program is to provide a statewide point of contact to assist Service members in accessing Department of Veterans Affairs' health care and services and benefits that are transitioning out of the service.

06/01/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

Post-traumatic stress can affect Service Members, Veterans, and Family Members in different ways. Sometimes the signs are visible, and sometimes the challenges are carried quietly. No matter what your experience may be, you are not alone.

PTSD is not a sign of weakness. Seeking support is a sign of strength.

Whether you're navigating deployment-related stress, a traumatic event, reintegration challenges, or supporting a loved one through their journey, help is available. Recovery is possible, and connection matters.

If you or someone you care about could use support, reach out to your Military & Family Readiness Specialist, Military Family Life Counselor (MFLC), Military OneSource, Vet Center, VA resources, or dial 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

Together, we can reduce stigma, encourage conversations, and remind one another that asking for help is one of the bravest things we can do.

💚 You matter.💚 You are valued.💚 Help is here.

05/21/2026

🎉 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🎉

Join us at Camp Dodge for our Summer Kickoff!

Ceremony starts at 4:00 PM
Live music begins at 5:30 PM
FREE ice cream and summer fun for everyone

We can’t wait to celebrate the start of summer with you! See you there!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible strength, love, sacrifice, and resilience of mothers. ❤️

Whether serving in uniform, supporting from home, holding down the fort during deployments, or balancing the many roles of motherhood and military life — your dedication does not go unnoticed.

Thank you for the countless sacrifices, the unwavering support, and the love you give every single day. You are the heart behind our military community.

From all of us, Happy Mother’s Day to our amazing moms! 🌷🇺🇸

05/08/2026

Today, we honor the incredible strength, resilience, and sacrifice of military spouses. ❤️🇺🇸

Behind every Service Member is a spouse and family making countless sacrifices, holding down the home front, offering unwavering support, and carrying the weight of long days, late nights, trainings, deployments, and transitions.

Military spouses serve in their own way every single day — through love, patience, adaptability, and strength.

To every military spouse:
Thank you for the support you give, the sacrifices you make, and the strength you show through every challenge. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and your impact reaches far beyond the home.

Today and every day, we celebrate YOU. 💙

05/01/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

No one has to face life’s challenges alone. Whether you're navigating stress, change, or just having a tough day—support is available, and it matters that you reach out.

Your Military & Family Readiness Specialist is here to connect you with resources, provide support, and walk alongside you every step of the way.

✨ It’s okay to not be okay.
✨ It’s strong to ask for help.
✨ You are not alone.

📞 Reach out today—connection can make all the difference.

04/30/2026

Great opportunity for youth in central Iowa!

MFE: DES MOINES 🎉

🎉 DATE: 5/17
🕑 TIME: 6pm-8pm
📍 LOCATION: Emerge Academy, Grimes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 WHO: Families of the Iowa National Guard
Register 👉 https://www.iowacyp.com/events/

Spend an evening together with activity, laughter, and quality family time! We can't wait to see you there!

04/29/2026

We hope to see you there!

Join us as we kick off summer and celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at Camp Dodge!

The Iowa National Guard invites our local community to an evening of patriotism, connection, and fun for the whole family. Enjoy inspiring remarks, recognize the service of our Soldiers and Airmen, and take in a great lineup of food trucks and live music.

📅 21 May
🕓 4:00 PM – 8:00PM
📍 Camp Dodge

Come out, meet your National Guard, and celebrate the spirit of America with us. Bring your family, bring your friends, and help us honor 250 years of freedom and service.

All are welcome — we look forward to seeing you there! 🇺🇸

01/26/2026

Today we celebrate the strength behind the uniform.
Military spouses are the steady hands holding everything together—managing home, careers, kids, moves, deployments, and everything in between. Your resilience, patience, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed.
Happy National Spouses Day to the ones who serve in their own powerful way every single day.

01/13/2026

🎉 Today is the day! 🎉

Join us TONIGHT for the Career & Resource Fair from 1700–1830 at the Camp Dodge Freedom Center!

Come connect with local employers, explore valuable resources, and take the next step toward your career goals. Whether you’re job searching, planning ahead, or just looking to learn what’s available—you won’t want to miss this opportunity.

📍 Camp Dodge Freedom Center
🕔 1700–1830

We’ll see you there! 👏

Address

7105 NW 70th Avenue, St A-1, Rm 186
Johnston, IA
50131

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18002946607

Website

https://www.iowanationalguard.com/?page_id=2589

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