
The American Legion has a brochure to show the many ways the Legion Family can recognize America's families.
"Family First" is the theme for American Legion National Commander Denise H. Rohan. And what better way to recognize America's families than during National Family Week, Nov. 19-25.
American Legion Family members can initiate and engage in local activities during National Family Week that promote, encourage and celebrate healthy families and communities.
Legion post's can host a family-friendly festival that includes fun children-specific activities such as face painting, bounce houses and games; conduct a community family project; invite families to a meal at the post to initiate strong communication; or host a military appreciation event.
As for military families, posts can communicate with local military families about the needs they may have if a loved one is deployed.
There are Legion-supported organizations you can work with during National Family Week that may have resources that you can use to support your week of activities.
These organizations include:
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Focus on the Family ( www.family.org)
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Alliance for Children and Family ( www.alliance1.org)
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Administration for Children and Families ( www.acf.hhs.gov).
Download the Legion’s “National Family Week” brochure for further assistance at www.legion.org/publications.
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