Resilient Together
FOCUS (Families OverComing Under Stress) helps military couples and families thrive. FOCUS training builds on current strengths and teaches new strategies to enhance family closeness, communication, problem solving, and goal setting.
GET STARTEDLearn Key Skills
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Emotion Regulation
Family members learn to better understand their emotions and to speak a common language about feelings to make it easier to communicate with one another.
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Communication
Family members learn to listen actively and to respond effectively to one another’s concerns.
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Problem Solving
Families learn how to define problems clearly and implement effective solutions together.
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Goal Setting
Families learn how to set and take steps towards achievable goals.
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Managing Trauma and Stress Reminders
Family members learn how to develop a plan together to deal effectively with trauma and other stressful experiences.
Resources for Military Families & Couples
Please find resources specifically designed for service members, their spouses/partners, and children as well as for the professionals who serve them.
FOCUS World
FOCUS World provides online access to resources and activities that enhance the main FOCUS skills including problem solving, communication, goal setting, emotion regulation and managing trauma and stress. Using an interactive platform, FOCUS World offers a variety of educational resources and games for families to explore.
Get Started
FOCUS World is a great way to introduce your family to the skills taught in FOCUS sessions. Explore resources and activities to help your family learn more about the key skills taught in FOCUS.
Next Steps
Love what you’re learning in FOCUS World? Learn about sites near you on our Find FOCUS page!
Away from your computer? Check out our mobile app FOCUS on the Go!