Deployments are an inevitable part of military life. Despite the
challenges of separation and change, deployments can be managed. Information and
skill building is key to managing the deployment. Working in concert with
Command Leadership, the Family Support Group and Ombudsmen, the FFSC will help
provide the necessary information and practical skills that allow active duty
and family members to cope with deployment challenges.
Years of
experience and knowledge about the deployment process make it possible to design
a series of informational programs and support services. Over the years, FFSC
has provided assistance in three stages of the deployment
cycle:
Pre-Deployment
During the Deployment
Reunion and Homecoming
There is very little deployment activity at Dahlgren but if you must
leave your family behind for any reason, there are some things you need to
consider:
1. Power of Attorney - important if a family member is left
behind and has to do things in the name of the military member.
2. Family
Care Plan - keep an up-to-date family care plan, with correct names and numbers
of those that may have to care for your children.
3. Copies of Orders -
leave extra copies of your orders with family member.
4. Finances - make
sure allotments, checkbooks, savings accounts, credit cards, etc. are accessible
for family members.
5. Vehicles - up-to-date maintenance
schedule.
6. School Information - ensure that all school records are in
order for transfer.