Office of Special Needs Department of Defense Policies
Title V Programs for Children with Special Needs
Every state has services for children with special health care needs. The Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant, or Title V of the Social Security Act, funds these services.
Common Education Modifications for Children With Special Needs
Common Education Modifications for Children With Special Needs
Respite Care Services for Families With Special Needs
Financial Planning and Assistance for Families with Special Needs
When you have a family member with special needs, financial planning is vital. Be prepared to take good care of your family member by tackling the money issues today.
Education Special Needs and Early Intervention Services
Help Improve Support for Families with Special Needs
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.
Special Care Organizational Record for Children with Special Health or Educational Needs (Downloadable)
Free Legal Support for Military Families With Special Needs
As a military family with special needs, you may face unique financial, medical and legal challenges caused, in part, by the demands of military service. Fortunately, you do not need to address these burdens alone; free, military department-provided support services exist to help overcome these challenges.
Know the Laws That Protect Your Child With Special Needs
You want to be an effective advocate for your child with special needs. The first step is to understand the laws that are in place to protect children with special needs.
Survivor Benefit Plan and Special Needs Fact Sheet
Support Services for Adults With Special Needs Fact Sheet
The Education Directory for Children With Special Needs Fact Sheet
Office of Special Needs EFMP Podcast Series Flyer
Child Care Options For Military Families With Special Needs
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.
COVID-19 Resources for Parents With Children With Special Needs
Use these resources for military parents of children with special needs to make the best of a difficult time.
Community Support for Military Families with Special Needs Information Paper
Helping Family Members With Special Needs Meet Their Fitness Goals
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.