Key Spouses: Tonya Heath - 30th MDG

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  • By Airman 1st Class Robert J. Volio
VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. --  Team Vandenberg honors Key Spouses for their continuous service and dedication to military members and their families.

Q: Where are you from?

A: I am from Blytheville, Arkansas. My husband and I actually met in high school.

Q: How long have you been serving the military as a spouse?

A: We're approaching 30 years now.

Q: What made you want to be a part of the Key Spouse program?

A: I like being involved with the spouses, the squadron and making sure that everyone is taken care of when their spouse is gone because it's a difficult thing to deal with.

Q: What is your role in the program?

A: I'm a Key Spouse mentor and a Key Spouse for the executive staff at the 30th Medical Group. I check on peoples' families when their loved ones are deployed and make certain that they are taken care of before, during and after their trip.

Q: Why is your job important to you?

A: Whenever your spouse is gone, you feel somewhat isolated. I think it's crucial for spouses to support each other during those trying times. We're such a tight-knit group here and we want to provide whatever assistance we can.

Q: Why is the Key Spouse program important?

A: To me, it's important because you know there is always someone you can call on for help or guidance.

Q: How does it feel to give back to the community on a regular basis?

A: It's an absolute honor to be able to give back to people. My husband and I have been taken care of every day for almost 30 years so to have an opportunity to reciprocate that kindness is an amazing feeling.

Q: What is your Key Spouse Tip of the Week?

A: I encourage all spouses to be there for each other and to help out whenever you can, even if you're not in a Key Spouse role. You never know when someone has something going on in their life where you could lend a helping hand.

 

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