The Department of Defense (DoD) defines a military family as a spouse, child, and any other dependent who meets the legal definition of family.
The Department of Defense (DoD) defines a military family as a spouse, child, and any other dependent who meets the legal definition of family. Those who qualify as legal dependents are eligible for military benefits, but this does not preclude the importance of other significant relationships or extended family members. Military families often face the same challenges as non-military families—from raising children and managing finances […]