Institute for Military & Veteran Family Wellness

07/29/2026

The Veteran Spouse Resiliency Group (V-SRG) is making a real difference, and the data backs it up.

This free, peer-led program run by the Veteran Spouse Network helps military and veteran spouses build connection, resilience, and well-being through evidence-informed practices. The evaluation report highlights what's possible when spouses get the right support:

✅ 100% of participants improved in at least one domain of well-being
✅ Nearly all reported stronger social connections and support
✅ Participants built sustainable self-care habits and gained confidence in su***de prevention skills

Discover how V-SRG is transforming lives and shaping the future of veteran spouse wellness.

🔗 Read the full report: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05P4QL0

07/22/2026

Navigating life after service? You're not alone. Join Veteran Spouse Network for a virtual EmpowerEd seminar: Navigating the New Normal: Military Families After Service with Dr. Sheena Bice and Casey Lancaster from Forge Health.

🗓️ July 29
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CDT

Military transition impacts the whole family. This session is designed for spouses, partners, and loved ones navigating the emotional, relational, and cultural shifts that come with life after service. You'll walk away with practical communication tools, realistic expectations, and strategies to support your family's long-term wellness. This free event is open to all military and veteran-connected community members.

👉 Register now to reserve your spot! https://na2.hubs.ly/H06lc3n0

07/15/2026

The 2025 Veteran Spouse Resiliency Group (V-SRG) Program Evaluation Report is here!

V-SRG is run by the Veteran Spouse Network, offering free peer support for veteran spouses. It’s designed to build connection, resilience, and wellness through evidence-informed practices.

Our team at the Institute for Military & Veteran Family Wellness evaluates the program annually to ensure it continues to meet the needs of veteran spouses and validate its impact.

Learn more about the program and explore the latest report here: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05P3LH0

07/07/2026

The next iteration of the Military & Veteran Spouse Wellness Survey, a collaboration with InDependent, is on its way, shaped with direct input from our advisory committee, whose expertise helps ensure this research truly reflects the community it serves. We're grateful for the support of Military Spouse Advocacy Network, The USAA Educational Foundation, Blue Star Families, Military Family Advisory Network, The Adecco Group, Council for Military Spouse Clubs, and PsychArmor Institute.

The MVSWS explores the multidimensional wellness of military and veteran spouses, and we can't wait to share what we learn. Stay tuned for the fall launch.

07/04/2026

250 years and military and veteran families have been part of every chapter.

Today we celebrate you: the bonds you build, the sacrifices you make, and the community you carry forward. We're honored to walk alongside you. Happy Fourth of July from all of us at IMVFW 🇺🇸

07/02/2026

Save the date!

Save the Date! We're turning 10 and we want to celebrate with YOU. Join us for Toast to 10, an evening of cocktails, light bites, and meaningful connection with the community that made it all possible.

📅 Thursday, November 5, 2026
⏰ 5–7 PM CT
📍 The University of Texas at Austin

More details coming soon. We hope to see you there!

06/17/2026

Our ongoing Army Substance Use Disorder Clinical Care study is making real progress. We're actively collecting data and closing in on completing qualitative interviews with soldiers and treatment providers at Fort Hood and Fort Carson.

This research digs into how factors like health, work, family, and motivation influence treatment outcomes across both voluntary and mandatory tracks. The bigger goal is understanding what actually drives success so future care can better reflect what service members need.

We're grateful to everyone who has participated, helped spread the word, or supported this work behind the scenes, including our partners at Fort Hood and Fort Carson. Stay tuned for what we're learning.

View more: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05S9G_0

06/10/2026

Veteran Spouse Network is hosting three upcoming su***de prevention trainings, free of charge and designed to equip participants with practical, evidence-based tools to support individuals in crisis. Many sessions also offer CEUs for professionals.

🗓 Upcoming Trainings:

Mental Health First Aid & CALM Conversations
📅 June 24 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm CDT

Safety Planning Intervention
📅 June 26 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT

From Knowledge to Action: Responding to Su***de Risk
📅 June 26 | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm CDT

Through hands-on practice and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain skills in safety planning, risk assessment, and trauma-informed communication to make a meaningful impact in your community.

🔗 Register today and learn more: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05P4yv0

06/03/2026

Behind every service member is a spouse navigating it all, often without enough support. New research from the Institute for Military & Veteran Family Wellness at The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work reveals what military and veteran spouses are really facing: isolation, mental health struggles, and a shortage of community.

Dr. Elisa Borah, Director of IMVFW, breaks down what the findings mean.

05/27/2026

The MVSWS Supplemental Analyses Report reveals a complex picture for parents. Parents report lower anxiety and depression than non-parents. However, parents overall report lower relationship satisfaction than non-parents, and parents of young children report lower social support than other respondents.

Together, these findings suggest that while parenthood can be protective for mental health, it may also come with relational strain and reduced support, especially for parents of young children.

Read more: https://na2.hubs.ly/H054nnz0