An accessible home is one that allows its occupants to do what they need to do, as independently as possible. If you or someone in your family is disabled, your home may need specific modifications to make it accessible for daily living.

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.

Learn about supportive housing for individuals with disabilities and investigate other options, resources and supports to help facilitate your independent living.

There are plenty of opportunities for adults with disabilities to join the workforce. A variety of protections, employment options and assistance programs can help.

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.

Military OneSource special needs consultants provide enhanced support for military families with special needs. Special needs consultants are available by phone or video to help you navigate the medical and educational needs of your family, and connect you with military and community based support.

Preparing for your separation or retirement from the military with a special needs family member may require additional consideration. Develop a plan using available support, tools and resources.

Finding the right care for your child with special needs starts with asking the right questions. The military offers quality, affordable child care options, both on the installation and off.

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.

If you are filing taxes on behalf of yourself or a family member with special needs, you may be eligible for certain tax breaks.

Getting in shape, eating better and exercising regularly helps us lower stress, improve self-esteem and our general well-being. Individuals with special needs often share in these same goals and can achieve their health and fitness goals with the help of an adaptive fitness and nutrition plan.

When you are the caregiver of a loved one with special needs or a life-changing illness or injury, each day can bring new questions and new situations.