Veteran Spouse Network Joins Blue Star Neighborhood! 

Published on November 15, 2024

By Sierra Martinez | Digital Marketing & Innovation Manager

Blue Star Families recognizes that Veteran families undergo significant transitions as they adjust to civilian life, and that is why we are thrilled to announce that the Veteran Spouse Network has joined The Neighborhood! 

Since 2016, the Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) has offered peer support programs to military and Veteran families. VSN understands that Veteran spouses often bear the responsibility of being caregivers to their Veterans, and support for themselves can be challenging to find. The VSN works to strengthen the entire family by addressing the needs and concerns of all family members. 

Join the Veteran Spouses Neighborhood community today to access resources and weekly event opportunities. Ashley Craig, Learning and Development Manager with VSN will be a major voice in this group. A little about Ashley: 

As the spouse of an Army Veteran, Ashley became a member of the Veteran Spouse Network (VSN) community in 2020 during a pivotal moment in her life. Her involvement in this peer-led group, coupled with the loss of a loved one to suicide, had a profound impact on her. This experience ultimately inspired her to change her career path. Ashley began her new career by working directly with military and Veteran families, helping them access vital mental health support and resources while continuing to facilitate peer-led groups for VSN.

In March 2022, Ashley joined the Veteran Spouse Network team within the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness at the University of Texas at Austin. Over the past few years, she has held several roles at VSN and currently serves as the Learning & Development Manager. Ashley is committed to creating practical training and learning experiences that inspire individuals to engage in conversations about mental health and wellness within the military and Veteran community.

You can learn more about Ashley on the Veteran Spouse Network Podcast.
Episode 10 | Our Military & Veteran Kids with VSN Staff
Episode 11 | Healing Journey After Suicide Loss

I am so happy to have Ashley from the Veteran Spouse Network join us. Today, November 15th, they are holding a virtual Coffee Chat with VSN leader Gretchen if you want to join. 

What else would you like to see in The Neighborhood? Let me know in the comments below. 

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