Episode 14: Blue Star Families
In this episode focusing on military families– We’re Good podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee sits down with Krysti Pereira, Program Manager for the National Capital Region, and Lesley Rose, a dedicated Space Force spouse, to spotlight the inspiring mission of Blue Star Families—a national nonprofit created by military spouses to support service members, veterans, and their families.
This conversation dives into how Blue Star Families helps military-connected individuals feel seen, supported, and connected—especially during stressful moves and frequent relocations. From programs like Coffee Connect, monthly community meetups, to Blue Star Museums, which offer free access to over 2,000 cultural institutions, this episode showcases how local connection drives national impact.
Listeners will also hear about the Emmy award winning Combat the Silence campaign, a powerful initiative addressing military mental health through family-focused education and public service announcements. The episode underscores critical resources like the Veterans Crisis Line—available by texting **988** or visiting 988lifeline.org—and encourages awareness and action.
A military spouse, Leslie opens up about her own journey and how Blue Star Families helped her build meaningful relationships after a time of isolation. Krysti highlights their unique online platform, The Neighborhood, where military families can find niche support groups, local chapters, and resources—even if no in-person programs exist nearby.
Whether it’s influencing policy through the Military Family Lifestyle Survey or launching new programs across the nation. , Blue Star Families proves that when military families are supported, service members thrive.
Tune in to learn how civilians, neighbors, and businesses can make a difference—and why supporting military families isn’t just appreciated, it’s essential.
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