Spouse and Family
DoD Must Address ‘Desperate Need’ for Child Care Support
MOAA joined other advocacy groups and more than 30 lawmakers in a letter seeking “creative solutions.”
Below, you'll find links to the latest government guidance and news reports regarding COVID-19.
- Have you been affected by the pandemic, or the response? Tell us here so we can better respond to the needs of the uniformed services community.
- MOAA has launched the COVID-19 Relief Fund to support servicemembers and veterans, and their families. Learn more, including how to donate, here.
If you believe you may be suffering from the virus and you are:
- A TRICARE beneficiary: Call the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1, to receive guidance. You can also connect with a nurse via web or video chat at www.mhsnurseadviceline.com.
- A VA beneficiary: Contact your local VA facility prior to visiting. You can also send a secure message via the MyHealtheVet portal to receive guidance. Learn more about virtual care options here. UPDATE: As of March 19, Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Regional Offices no longer will offer in-person services, including scheduled appointments.
- Outside the VA and TRICARE networks: Call your health provider.
Coronavirus Resources
- Coronavirus.gov
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus Website
- CDC Advice for Higher-Risk Individuals
- VA Coronavirus Website
- TRICARE Coronavirus Information
- DoD Coronavirus Response Website
- Health.mil Coronavirus Information
- Military OneSource Coronavirus Resources
- National Institutes of Health Coronavirus Information
- From MOAA: What You Need to Know About the CARES Act
- Latest Coronavirus News from Military.com
- Latest Coronavirus News from Military Times
Latest Coronavirus News
Advocacy
What’s the Status of Reserve Component Duty Status Reform?
Response to the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted this issue, with reforms planned for next year.
Advocacy
President Extends Title 32 Orders for National Guard Through End of 2020
The move followed a request from the National Governors Association, but it comes without full federal funding.
Finance
Tax Update: The Status of 5 Key States
COVID stalled some efforts to exempt military retirement pay, but our members aren't giving up the fight.
Recommended Reads
Stuck at Home? Visit These Military Museums and Monuments Virtually
From guided tours to 360-degree views and more, take advantage of these online options.
Health Care
In Error, 600K TRICARE Beneficiaries Told They’ve Had COVID-19
The message mistakenly went to every beneficiary located near a convalescent plasma collection point.
Spouse and Family
As an Uncertain School Year Approaches, MOAA Continues Its Work for Military Families
Here’s why these advocacy efforts mean more now than ever.
Health Care
Veteran Caregivers in Rural Areas Face Unique COVID-19 Challenges
Experts on a recent Elizabeth Dole Foundation panel outlined programs available to these providers.
Spouse and Family
Servicemembers Stuck by Travel Ban to Get Lease Relief Under New Law
Learn more about the proposal, which would be retroactive to March 1 and cover vehicles as well as property.
Finance
Financial Planning in a Pandemic: Know Your ‘Cost of Funds’
When it comes to dealing with COVID-related difficulties, some options are better than others.
Finance
VA Partially Suspends Debt Collections on Veterans Through End of Year
The move is designed to offer financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health Care
Have You Beaten COVID-19? DoD Wants Your Plasma
Antibodies in your blood may help others defeat the virus. Here’s how, and where, to donate.
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