EFMP News and Updates

Below you will find the latest EFM program and Service wide news and information. This page is updated frequently as new information is obtained. Check back often!

The Exceptional Advocate October 2012 Issue
By The Office of Special Needs
(Posted on Thursday, October 04, 2012)

The Exceptional Advocate, an electronic newsletter from the Department of Defense Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is published monthly for military families with special needs. Each month, you will find articles, resources, tips, and news that families can use to remain informed on a variety of topics.

Presidential Proclamation - National Disa-bility Employment Awareness Month, 2012
By MCO
(Posted on Thursday, October 04, 2012)

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we recognize the indispensable contributions people with disabilities make in our economy and recommit to building a country where each of us can realize the full extent of our dreams.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) launches new mobile website and associated quick response (QR) code
By The Office of Special Needs
(Posted on Wednesday, May 02, 2012)

Introducing The EFMP mobile website, designed to help military families quickly and easily access information about the Exceptional Family Member Programs and services via a smartphone, tablet, or other mobile device with an internet connection.

The Department of Defense's Education Directory for Children with Special Needs has been updated!
By MCO
(Posted on Thursday, June 28, 2012)

In addition to the state-specific information and resources provided, the directory provides tools that all families can use to help with a smooth transition as they relocate with a family member with special needs. Information on special education and early intervention services , expansion of the School-Age Directory for children ages three to twenty-one, and the addition of an Early Intervention Directory.

TRICARE Young Adult
By MilitaryHOMEFRONT staff
(Posted on Wednesday, May 02, 2012)

TRICARE Young Adult allows adult children to purchase TRICARE coverage after eligibility for "regular" TRICARE coverage ends at age 21 (or 23 if enrolled in a full course of study at an approved institution of higher learning).