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Respite Care Services for Families With Special Needs
Jan. 15, 2025, 12:42 a.m. 6 minute read
Taking breaks from caregiving is important for your quality of life. Respite care provides flexible and temporary breaks to recharge and refresh.
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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.
Young adult with cerebral palsy
Living Independently When You Have a Disability
March 20, 2024, 3:45 p.m. 14 minute read
Learn about supportive housing for individuals with disabilities and investigate other options, resources and supports to help facilitate your independent living.
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Employment Options For Adults With a Disability
March 5, 2024, 7:05 p.m. 7 minute read
There are plenty of opportunities for adults with disabilities to join the workforce. A variety of protections, employment options and assistance programs can help.
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.
Mother with special needs child
Special Needs Considerations When You Separate or Retire From the Military
July 2, 2021, 1:02 p.m. 4 minute read
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.
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Child Care Options For Military Families With Special Needs
June 16, 2021, 4:12 p.m. 6 minute read
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.
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Spring Clean Your EFMP SCOR
April 8, 2021, 3:10 p.m. 3 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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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.