Military Resources
We envision a future where everyone, regardless of ability, has access to individualized support that empowers them to thrive. Our one-stop-shop model will foster a compassionate and equal community, inspiring hope. Through innovation and collaboration, we aim to create a world where the Exceptionally Able and their caregivers live with dignity and respect.
Branch Support Services
Army Exceptional Family Member Program
Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program
Navy Exceptional Family Member Program
https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/Exceptional-Family-Member/
Air Force Exceptional Family Member Program
https://www.afpc.af.mil/Airman-and-Family/Exceptional-Family-Member-Program/
EFMP – Exceptional Family Member Program
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/special-needs/efmp/
Managing the care and services for a family member with special needs — whether it’s a spouse, child or dependent adult — is a lot easier with the right support. The best place to start is to enroll them in the Exceptional Family Member Program
Tricare Extended Healthcare Option (ECHO)
https://www.tricare.mil/Plans/SpecialPrograms/ECHO
TRICARE ECHO can help cover some of the additional cost of care.
If your TRICARE plan does not cover all the costs for treatment and services for your family member with special needs, ECHO may be able to help.
Establishing the Secondary Dependency of an Incapacitated Child
The "Establishing the Secondary Dependency of an Incapacitated Child" fact sheet outlines how a child incapable of self-support who becomes incapacitated prior to age 21 can remain in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System and receive benefits.