Alabama National Guard Family Programs

Alabama National Guard Family Programs Supporting Service Members, Veterans, and their Families. Hour of Operation: Tuesday-Friday 0630-1730

24hr Toll Free Number: 800-231-2846

⭐️ WE NEED YOUR HELP! ⭐️🇺🇸 At Soldier and Family Support Division we are working to better understand and address the ne...
05/29/2026

⭐️ WE NEED YOUR HELP! ⭐️

🇺🇸 At Soldier and Family Support Division we are working to better understand and address the needs of our Service Members and their Families. We kindly request your participation in a needs assessment, which will involve gathering information to identify areas for improvement and growth. Your input will directly contribute to the development of new strategies and interventions tailored to meet the specific needs of the Service Members and Families of the Alabama National Guard. Service Members, Spouses, Partners, Veterans, Retirees, and Title 5 Civilians are encouraged to participate. Your time and contribution to this effort are greatly appreciated.

Survey Link: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/cYJZ4AzUF7

We look forward to receiving your feedback, thank you. ❤️🤍💙

🔥 Burnout is real, and it can affect anyone, including our Service Members, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Families. 🇺🇸...
05/28/2026

🔥 Burnout is real, and it can affect anyone, including our Service Members, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Families. 🇺🇸

National Guard life comes with unique challenges. Balancing military duties, civilian careers, family responsibilities, deployments, training schedules, school activities, finances, and everyday life can become overwhelming over time. Sometimes we become so focused on taking care of everyone else that we forget to take care of ourselves.

⚠️ Signs of burnout may include:
😴 Constant exhaustion, even after rest
😠 Increased irritability or frustration
💔 Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected
🧠 Trouble concentrating or making decisions
📉 Loss of motivation or enjoyment in things you once loved
🚫 Withdrawing from family, friends, or coworkers
😟 Increased anxiety, stress, or feelings of hopelessness

Burnout does not mean weakness. It means your mind and body may be asking for support.

💬 Check in on your battle buddies, spouses, children, coworkers, and yourself. Sometimes a simple conversation can make a huge difference.

🤝 Remember, you are never alone. Resources and support are available.

📞 Alabama National Guard Family Programs
24/7 Support Line: 1-800-231-2846

📞 Veterans Crisis Line / Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 then Press 1
Text 838255
Chat online at http://veteranscrisisline.net

💚 Taking care of yourself is part of readiness. Seeking help is a sign of strength.

05/28/2026

Skye Asti and Jason Smith from Florida Springs met with members of the Alabama National Guard and the incredible team at Carastar Health in Montgomery to discuss collaboration and ways we can better support both our MVFR community and the community as a whole during times of crisis.

Thank you to Cleo and Donna for the warm welcome and tour of the crisis center! 💙

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💬 Military Family Check-In 💬Military life comes with unique challenges, and no two families experience it the same way. ...
05/26/2026

💬 Military Family Check-In 💬

Military life comes with unique challenges, and no two families experience it the same way. We want to hear from YOU:

What is the BIGGEST challenge military families face today?

👍 Managing finances
❤️ Balancing military and family life
😮 Finding childcare
🎉 Maintaining friendships and support systems
👏 Navigating benefits and resources

Drop your answer in the comments ⬇️ or share a challenge you’ve overcome along the way. Your story and experiences could encourage or help another military family facing the same situation.

Together, we build a stronger military community. 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in servi...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their courage, selflessness, and devotion to duty will never be forgotten.

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend, it is a time to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything to defend them. We also recognize and honor the families who carry the legacy of their loved ones every day.

As we gather with family and friends, let us take a moment to remember our fallen heroes and the sacrifices made on behalf of our country.

❤️ We remember.
🤍 We honor.
💙 We will never forget.

From our Alabama National Guard Family Programs team, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

💛 Supporting Service Members & Families Through Every Stage of Deployment 💛The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP...
05/24/2026

💛 Supporting Service Members & Families Through Every Stage of Deployment 💛

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program (YRRP) connects National Guard and Reserve members, their families, and their communities with vital resources before, during, and after deployments.

Through Yellow Ribbon events, Service members and loved ones can access information on:
✅ Health care benefits
✅ Education & training opportunities
✅ Financial & legal resources
✅ Employment support & small business assistance

Since its creation in 2008, YRRP has impacted over 2 million individuals; helping Service members successfully reintegrate into their families, communities, and careers.

📌 Learn more about YRRP: https://yellowribbon.mil/
📚 Explore online courses: https://yellowribbon.mil/courses

🧠💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚🧠Mental health affects everyone, Service Members, Veterans, spouses, children, ...
05/23/2026

🧠💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚🧠

Mental health affects everyone, Service Members, Veterans, spouses, children, and families. Military life can bring unique challenges including deployments, stress, frequent change, financial strain, grief, anxiety, and isolation. It is important to remember that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Signs someone may be struggling can include:
⚠️ Changes in mood or behavior
⚠️ Withdrawal from family and friends
⚠️ Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
⚠️ Increased anger, sadness, or anxiety
⚠️ Loss of interest in activities
⚠️ Talking about hopelessness or feeling alone

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available. You are NEVER alone.

📞 National Resources:

🇺🇸 Veterans Crisis Line
Dial 988 then Press 1
Text 838255
Chat online at veteranscrisisline.net

💬 Military OneSource
24/7 support for Service Members and families
1-800-342-9647
www.militaryonesource.mil

🧒 Military Child Education Coalition Parent Support
www.militarychild.org

❤️ National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 anytime for free confidential support

📞 Alabama National Guard Family Programs
Available 24/7 with a live Alabama Military & Family Readiness Specialist
1-800-231-2846

Please check on your battle buddies, friends, family members, and children. A simple conversation can make a difference. 💚

💪🇺🇸 Readiness starts with YOU. 🇺🇸💪Being mission ready is more than physical fitness. It also includes mental wellness, s...
05/21/2026

💪🇺🇸 Readiness starts with YOU. 🇺🇸💪

Being mission ready is more than physical fitness. It also includes mental wellness, sleep, nutrition, spiritual health, and strong support systems.

The LifeScore Health app is a completely voluntary tool designed to help Service Members track and improve overall wellness in a private and secure way. Think of it like a “credit score for your life.” Available now in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

📱 LifeScore can help you monitor:
✅ Physical fitness and nutrition
✅ Sleep and state of mind
✅ Spiritual wellness
✅ Peer support and accountability

Your information stays private and is only shared with individuals you choose.

Taking care of yourself helps strengthen readiness for your family, career, and mission.

📞🇺🇸 Don’t know where to turn? Start with Family Programs. 🇺🇸📞 Need help but not sure who to call? Have questions about...
05/20/2026

📞🇺🇸 Don’t know where to turn? Start with Family Programs. 🇺🇸📞

Need help but not sure who to call?
Have questions about benefits, resources, finances, employment, deployments, or family support?

➡️ Family Programs is your ONE-STOP SHOP for resources and referrals.

What makes us different?
✅ We vet the resources we provide
✅ We offer BOTH short-term and long-term follow-up care
✅ We support ALL Service Members, Veterans, and Family Members
✅ We assist regardless of branch or status
✅ We connect you with REAL help, not just another phone number

Most importantly…
☎️ We have the ONLY 24/7 Alabama National Guard support line staffed by Alabama Military & Family Readiness Specialists ready to answer your call.

No call centers. No automated runaround. Just real people who care and are ready to help. 💙

❓Don’t know where to go? → Family Programs.
❓Don’t know the answer to your Soldier’s question? → Family Programs.
❓Need someone to help guide you through a tough situation? → Family Programs.

You are never alone, and you do not have to figure it out by yourself.

📞 Call us anytime: 1-800-231-2846

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Montgomery, AL
36109

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 6:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18002312846

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