6 Nov 2020

The Key Spouse Program; unlocking family resiliency

Deployments and temporary assignments do not only affect military members. Spouses get left behind and can often feel isolated and lost. Having to deal with the daily grind of everyday life alone can become a daunting task. That is where the 97th Air Mobility Wing’s Key Spouse Program comes in. The role of the Key Spouse Program is to assist the spouses of military members through communicating, relaying information, and providing referrals to necessary support agencies. Currently, there are approximately 52 key spouses assigned to commanders across the wing. These key spouse teams are entirely made up of volunteers that report to their respective unit commanders for their vision of their squadron’s program.

14 Jan 2019

Caring for Spouses: a Deployed Spouse Spa Day

The 97th Air Mobility Wing, in conjunction with the Southwest Technology Center and the United Services Organization, offered a free spa day for families with a deployed family member, Jan. 12, 2018, at the Southwest Technology Center, Okla.

27 Jun 2018

Christmas in… June? Altus AFB hosts a free pool party for deployed families

Every year, U.S. military service members deploy around the world to aid in operations designed to keep our country safe. It takes courage, sacrifice and dedication to serve in the Armed Services. Perhaps no one understands that more than their families. Families stay back to keep the household running smoothly so their service member can focus on the mission. Early childhood years, holidays and special events are often missed so it makes the time spent together precious and the memories made upon return more special.

23 Apr 2018

Signing checks and hiking fields; deployed contracting exercise at Fort Sill

Contracting Airmen work to save the Air Force money by using smart spending techniques to get the best supplies possible at the lowest price. When contracting Airmen deploy, they fall back on their operational contracting support training.

21 Nov 2016

IPR, Deploying Airmen and Keeping Accountability

Roughly 200 Airmen deploy from Altus Air Force base each year. Deploying isn’t just part of the mission at Altus AFB, it’s a reality and the Individual Personnel Readiness office helps process deployers through the system to get them on their way downrange.