Mission: Families Connect & Thrive

Event Overview
Mission: Families Connect and Thrive is a one-day community gathering created to welcome Veterans, military families, and supporters into a space of connection, support, and shared understanding. This event offers an opportunity to come together, learn about local resources, and strengthen family well-being while building meaningful community connections.

What to Expect

Attendees can look forward to a welcoming, family-friendly environment featuring community vendors, holistic wellness activities, and engaging programming for children and families. The day will include special guest panels, interactive workshops, and hands-on activities designed to support connection, learning, and family well-being. Single parents, blended families, and unconventional families are warmly welcomed, and all are invited to come as they are, connect with others, and enjoy meaningful time together.

This event is free to attend and open to all Veterans, Service Members, and their families.

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This event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We are deeply grateful to Laurel Ridge Treatment Center for providing the venue and for helping create a welcoming space for families to gather, connect, and thrive. We also extend our sincere thanks to AFCEA Alamo Chapter for their financial support, which allows us to offer meaningful programming, valuable resources, and engaging activities for families.

Your partnership plays a vital role in making this event possible. Thank you for your continued commitment to supporting Veterans, families, and our community.

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Camp SHiEld is a division of After Military Service (AMS). AMS is a nonprofit organization that was founded in July of 2017. The mission of AMS is to support the personal and professional success of Veterans and their families, after military service. AMS increases resiliency, life satisfaction and empowers our nation’s military families.

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