What programs are available to support a spouse and children while the husband is deployed in a combat zone?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 16:23:04 -0400

Asking on behalf of a family member.

Response by COL Dana Hampton made Apr 10 at 2018 4:36 PM

COL Dana Hampton — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 16:36:02 -0400

There are a number of them and various types. I recommend reaching out to Military One Source (on the web or at your installation). They should also provide a briefing in your pre-deployment window preparations. Their web site is: Www.militaryonesource.mil

Military OneSource – Support for Military Personnel & Families | Military OneSource

Military resource website providing 24/7 support for military personnel, spouses, family members and survivors on taxes, moving, spouse employment, MWR and more.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 10 at 2018 5:36 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 17:36:55 -0400

Check with your state FRG program. Ours frequently sends emails to the full-timers in the state about different events and programs concerning families and children. I just got one related to a "Month of the Military Child Partner Event" today.

Response by MAJ Monique Salinas made Apr 17 at 2018 6:49 AM

MAJ Monique Salinas — Tue, 17 Apr 2018 06:49:37 -0400

MyCAA for education benefits for the spouse. Call the banks for reduced APR on some of your accounts (mortgage, credit cards, etc). Some YMC places will provide free membership for the duration of the Soldier’s deployment to the whole family.

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Apr 17 at 2018 9:28 AM

SGM Bill Frazer — Tue, 17 Apr 2018 09:28:02 -0400

Support how? Family Support Groups (unit level) are there to provide what help they can- moral, some child care, information, togetherness. Some Posts will do the same- financial aid is almost always a NO-GO unless they go thru AER, Red Cross for emergencies. Broad question-with little detail for a good answer.