TRICARE Benefits, Dependent Care Spending & MilParent Support

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TRICARE Emergency Coverage

Disaster can strike when you least expect it. Learn how TRICARE works during an emergency and how you and your family can access the prescriptions and health care services you need.

Be Prepared

You can also check out the emergency prep checklist on EFMP & Me to get help with crisis planning.

Naval Support Activity Mid-South EFMP Camp

At the EFMP camp at NSA Mid-South, families learned about outdoor safety, played sports and more. One parent said the camp, "celebrated and supported my child's unique strengths and abilities." Contact your local family support provider to find EFMP events in your area.

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New Way to Pay for Dependent Care

Now, eligible military families can start a dependent care flexible spending account and contribute up to $5,000 a year in pretax income to pay for dependent care, including non-medical care and more.

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Helping Military Families Thrive

Hey, MilParents! Thrive provides free online learning to help with positive parenting, stress management and healthy lifestyle practices. Check out modules designed for different age groups and discover support to help you thrive as a parent.

Local Special Education Resources

The EFMP Education Directory lists special education resources to help you and your family find the right support for your MilKid. Discover local contact info, special needs services, important terms to know and more.

Upcoming Webinars

Exploring Childhood Traumatic Loss With Grief Theory
Thursday, Oct. 12
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST

Addressing Youth Maladaptive Grief
Thursday, Oct. 19
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST

Nutrition and Breast Cancer Survival
Wednesday, Oct. 25
11 a.m.-12 p.m. EST

2023 Personal Finance Year in Review
Tuesday, Dec. 12
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. EST

Resources at the Ready

Military families with special medical and/or educational needs can always visit their installation Exceptional Family Member Program or head to the EFMP MilLife Guide  to connect with benefits, services, free tools and more.

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