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Medical Needs

Get support for your family member with medical needs, whether financial, respite or help to access the best care possible.

If you have a family member with medical needs, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Support is available, including financial, respite care and help ensuring your loved one can access the best care possible.

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Wounded, Ill or Injured & Their Caregivers, EFMP - Exceptional Family Member Program, Educational Needs
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Respite Care for Families With Special Needs

Respite care provides a temporary break to caregivers. Families may receive respite care through their branch of service’s EFMP respite care program if they’re eligible.

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Featured MilLife Guides

Check out these Medical Needs-related Guides for more information.

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Military OneSource Services for Medical Needs

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Featured Benefits and Resources

Benefits

Exceptional Family Member Program Family Support
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Resources

Center for Parent Information & Resources
EFMP & Me Online Tool
EFMP and the Medical Component
TRICARE Military Treatment Facility Locator
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