How to Find a Military Wife Support Group

No one understands the needs and concerns of a military wife better than another military wife. Sometimes she just needs a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on or a hand to lift something heavy. Luckily, finding a support group for military wives is easier than you might think.

Instructions

1. Search online for military wife support groups and forums. There are hundreds of groups out there who connect and keep in contact on the Internet. Some are specific to a certain branch of the military and some are specific to a certain base. Others cover a broader spectrum. Either way, take a look around and see if any meet your needs.

2. Visit your military installation's support service center. The Navy, Air Force, Army and Marine Corps all have support centers located at their installations. The primary focus of these centers is to support the military family. They will have information about local support groups, base events, services available to you and much more.

3. Connect with other wives in your husband's unit or squadron. Put aside any stereotypes or reservations you may have about getting involved with the unit and dig in. The families within your unit are often the best source of information if your husband's deployed and even better, they have first hand knowledge of what you're going through.

Tips & Warnings

• Put yourself out there and meet new people. It can be frightening and sometimes time-consuming, but the relationships you create can last a lifetime.

• Support groups can help military wives in numerous ways, but if you have serious emotional concerns, seek the help of a professional health care provider.