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April 17, 2020
Special leave accrual for service members

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Last week, Matthew Donovan, under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness, signed a department-wide authorization for service members to accrue and retain an additional leave balance of up to 120 days. The department's actions to stem the spread of COVID-19 has
April 16, 2020
Detachment 12 Zooms change of command

The personnel from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Detachment 12, Kessel Run, take innovative approaches to their work. That carried over to the organization’s change of command April 15 when the ceremony took place via Zoom due to COVID-19 concerns.
April 16, 2020
Hanscom Exchange to offer curbside pickup

The Main Exchange here now offers curbside pickup for orders placed online to help Airmen and their families practice good social distancing during COVID-19.
April 16, 2020
Military Family Life Counseling Program services updated

Confidential counseling services are now available for service members through a secure video conferencing platform hosted by the installation military and family life counseling program.
April 16, 2020
Resilience Cell helps Hanscom community during COVID

Representatives from Hanscom helping organizations have come together to establish a Hanscom Resilience Cell to help members of the community respond to the effects of COVID-19.
April 16, 2020
As COVID-19 crisis continues, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act protects military

Active-duty service members and members of the National Guard and Reserve have stepped up to shoulder the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic. They should not be burdened with additional financial worries, and help is available, tailored to their needs.
April 16, 2020
Public comments invited at Patriot Golf Course

The Department of the Air Force, in cooperation with the Veterans Administration, announces the availability of a draft Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for a project at the Patriot Golf Course in Bedford, Massachusetts.
April 15, 2020
New COVID-19 policy extends some ID card benefits

Department of Defense Military Personnel Flights are extending Uniformed Service ID cards expiring on or after Jan. 1, 2020, and authorizing continued benefit use through Sept. 30, 2020, to comply with recent Under Secretary of Defense guidance. Retirees, dependents, 100 percent disabled veterans
April 14, 2020
AF implements options for EFMP during pandemic

The Air Force is providing additional support to Airmen with exceptional family members during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 13, 2020
Staying physically active during COVID-19

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- As we’re spending more time at home during self-isolation for coronavirus, it’s important to remain physically active. Physical activity can help to boost your mood, reduce stress, improve sleep and sharpen your focus – benefits that can be especially

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