The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) works with military families with special needs to address their unique needs throughout the assignment process and after families have settled into their new installation. Use these resources, tools, and articles to learn more about EFMP and the families it serves.

• EFMP

• Family Support
• Identification/Enrollment
• EFMP Overview
• Assignment Coordination

• THE BASICS

• Education Directory for Children with Special Needs (website)
• Family Readiness System
• Policy and Legislation
• Service Regulations and Orders

• RESOURCES

• DoD Directory on Early Intervention, Special Education and Related Services in OCONUS Communities
• Education Directory for Children with Special Needs
• Guide for Adults with Special Needs
• Military OneSource Special Needs Consultants
• Podcasts
• The Exceptional Advocate eNewsletter Archives
• Webinars
• Fact Sheets
• Online Learning and Tutorials
• Parent Tool Kit - Birth to 18
• Reports
• Special Care Organizational Records

• POPULAR LINKS

• Army Exceptional Family Member Program
• Disability.gov
• Family Voices
• Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program
• Military OneSource Specialty Consultations
• Military OneSource Tips
• National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
• Navy Exceptional Family Member Program
• Parent Training and Information Centers
• Specialized Training of Military Parents
• TRICARE

• SUPPORTING FAMILIES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

• Education

• Early Intervention Services (birth to 3)
• The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
• Special Education (3 to 21)
• Moving with an Individualized Education Program

• Adults with Special Needs

• Guide for Adults with Special Needs
• Adults with Special Needs
• Person-Centered Planning

• Health Care

• Organizing Medical Records (video)
• Title V Programs for Children with Special Needs
• Assistive Technology
• Federal Programs: Medicare & Medicaid
• TRICARE and TRICARE ECHO

• Legal/Financial

• Accessible Housing
• An Overview of Legal and Financial Support
• Financial Planning

• Federal Programs

• Supplemental Security Income
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD or SSDI)

• Disaster Preparedness

• Disaster Resources
• Precautions for Families With Special Needs
• Ready.gov