Military Family Blog Roundup
November is designated as National Military Family Appreciation Month. It is when the country honors military families, acknowledging the sacrifices they make while supporting their servicemen and women. During Military Family Appreciation Month, we thank the military families local to our community and across the world for the tremendous contribution they make in support of […]
How to Select a High-Quality Child Care Program in Onslow County
As a parent or caregiver, one of the most important decisions you will make for your young child is choosing a high-quality child care program—and this process comes with its own set of factors, from location to availability. Ultimately, high-quality child care programs help prepare young learners for school, promote social-emotional intelligence, and increase their […]
The Best Outdoor Places to Enjoy in Onslow County
Onslow County is home to a number of beautiful outdoor areas—from forests and rivers to beaches and intercoastal waterways. With summer in full swing, it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy all that our region has to offer. North Topsail Beach If you and your children enjoy a day at the beach, spend an afternoon […]
Tips for Preparing for PCS Season in Onslow County
For most children, the start of summer means glorious weeks of playing outdoors, attending summer camps, and spending time with friends and family. But for military families, summertime often looks different: As the most popular time for permanent change of station (PCS) transitions, many military children may spend their summers feeling stressed or anxious about […]
ACEs and the Military Child
Early childhood experiences have a tremendous influence on the long-term health and well-being of your child—and for military children who face a unique set of challenges, the odds of having an adverse childhood experience (ACE) can be higher. Luckily, there are many ways you can protect your child—from building social-emotional resilience to developing powerful community […]
Military Family Resource Roundup
Providing support for military children is a top priority at One Place. Military children often face a distinctive set of challenges—including frequent moves and family transitions associated with deployment. Despite these difficult situations, there are many ways to help your family build resilience and stability. Whether you’re relocating to Onslow County or you’ve been stationed […]
How Deployment Impacts the Mental Health of Military Children and Families
For military children, deployment can be a persistent source of stress, unease, and anxiety, resulting in long-term effects on mental health and overall well-being. Luckily, there are a growing number of vital resources available for both children and parents as they navigate the challenges of deployment and develop emotional resilience together. If you are seeking […]
Blue Star Welcome Week
Around 600,000 active-duty and transitioning military families move each year – and in a county with two military installations, that means some of those families end up calling Onslow County home. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River employ approximately 43,000 active duty military members and about 5,700 civilian employees. […]