Adopt an Airman builds lasting bonds for new Airmen

From the moment Airmen begin their career in the military, they face a rapidly changing and complex environment that can feel unfamiliar. For the Airmen who are away from home, often for the first time, these changes can make adjusting to their first assignment even harder.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Janelee Roches, 2nd Comptroller Squadron commander’s support staff force management technician, takes a group photo with John and Melody Rodland, at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana, Oct. 12, 2025. John and Melody volunteered for Barksdale’s Adopt an Airman support program which offers Airmen at Barksdale a new support system by matching with local volunteer family members, gaining a new home away from home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Preston Crawford)