Bridging the Gap: Delivering Culturally Sensitive Care for Military-connected Patients in Community Settings.

Service Members, particularly members of the Reserve Component, seek medical and mental health care in their civilian communities. To the extent that providers communicate respect and value for military culture, they can better engage and enhance outcomes.

Total force fitness: the military family fitness model.

The military lifestyle can create formidable challenges for military families. This article describes the Military Family Fitness Model (MFFM), a comprehensive model aimed at enhancing family fitness and resilience across the life span. This model is intended for use by Service members, their families, leaders, and health care providers but also has broader applications for all families.