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How EFMP Supports Military Families
July 9, 2024, 12:00 a.m. 4 minute read
The Exceptional Family Member Program can help military families with special needs thrive in military life.
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See What’s New With the Exceptional Family Member Program
May 8, 2024, 12:56 a.m. 4 minute read
Learn more about the EFMP & Me tool and other program highlights to improve the experience for military families with special medical and educational needs.
Caretaker with elderly patient
Respite Care Services for Families With Special Needs
May 7, 2024, 12:42 a.m. 3 minute read
Taking care of a family member with special medical or educational needs is not easy for the caregiver. Respite care provides a temporary break to recharge and refresh.
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Help Improve Support for Families with Special Needs
March 5, 2024, 12:00 a.m. 1 minute read
Families with special needs can offer feedback about their recent experiences with the Exceptional Family Member Program Family Support services by using the EFMP Family Support Feedback Tool.
Parents with toddler at home
The EFMP Family Needs Assessment
Jan. 29, 2024, 12:00 a.m. 2 minute read
The Family Needs Assessment is a way for any military family who has a member with special medical or educational needs to create an action plan for support.
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An Overview of Adults With Special Needs
March 3, 2022, 9:49 a.m. 4 minute read
Supporting adult family members with complex needs may involve collaboration with a variety of support systems and community-based services.
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Spring Clean Your EFMP SCOR
April 8, 2021, 3:10 p.m. 4 minute read
Keeping your Special Care Organizational Record organized and up to date makes it easy for you to use and ready if someone needs to step into your role as a caregiver.
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The Exceptional Family Member Program: Three Parts Working Together
Jan. 26, 2021, 2:44 p.m. 3 minute read
EFMP is made up of three separate components. Learn how these parts work together to benefit service members who have a family member with special needs.
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Tax Breaks for Families With Special Needs
Jan. 6, 2021, 1:54 p.m. 3 minute read
If you are filing taxes on behalf of yourself or a family member with special needs, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.