U.S. Army Reserve

 
NOVEMBER IS THE MONTH OF THE MILITARY FAMILY




The strength of our nation is our Army. The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The strength of our Soldiers in our families. The Army recognizes that the selfless dedication and commitment of Army families directly contributes to the readiness of our Soldiers. Families are the force behind the force. Throughout the year, the Army observes the following commemorations as a reminder of contributions and sacrifices made by Soldiers and their families every day.




ARMY RESERVE FAMILY SUPPORT

Fort Family Outreach & Support Center 24/7 

(866) 345-8248 or visit www.arfp.org

Family Programs provides services to Soldiers, Family members, command teams and civilians throughout the geographically dispersed Army Reserve community. That resource is Fort Family Outreach and Support Center, or simply “Fort Family.” It’s available 24x7x365 as a crucial component in the suite of programs and services established by the Army Reserve Family Programs.

Anytime, Anywhere. 24 x 7 x 365. We Inspire and Empower
FORT FAMILY AVAILABLE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES:  

  •  Fort Family Outreach and Support
  •  Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)
  •  Army Strong Community Centers
  •  Child, Youth, & School Services (CYSS)
  •  Financial Readiness Program (FRP)
  •  Survivor Outreach Services




HONORING OUR ARMY RESERVE FAMILIES

The strength of our nation is our Army. The strength of our Army is our Soldiers. The strength of our Soldiers in our families. The Army recognizes that the selfless dedication and commitment of Army families directly contributes to the readiness of our Soldiers. Families are the force behind the force. Throughout the year, the Army observes the following commemorations as a reminder of contributions and sacrifices made by Soldiers and their families every day.

APRIL
Month of the Military Child

MAY (FRIDAY BEFORE MOTHER'S DAY)
Military Spouse Day

LAST SUNDAY OF SEPTEMBER
Gold Star Mother's Day

NOVEMBER
Military Family Month

INFOGRAPHICS





RESERVE FAMILY FACTS
254,297
ARMY RESERVE FAMILY MEMBERS*

89,265
SPOUSES

145,086
CHILDREN 18 AND UNDER

19,946
DEPENDENTS OVER 19 YEARS OF AGE


*2015 Demographics – Office of the Secretary of Defense, Defense Manpower Data Center

EXTERNAL RESOURCES