The Exceptional
Family Member Program (EFMP) assists family members who have various
disabilities and ensures they receive the necessary services to meet their basic
needs. An exceptional family member is any family member of an active duty or
retired Soldier, Army National Guard, or Army Reservist activated beyond 30
days, regardless of age, who has a disability or chronic illness which limits
daily functioning or requires special ongoing counseling, training, education,
therapy, or treatment, including the need for prescription medications. The
program has a limited lending library of books, booklets, pamphlets, and audio
and video tapes available for loan. The program now offers a manual wheelchair
from the ACS lending closet that can be borrowed for up to 30 days. The program
is mandatory for those family members of active duty military that meet the
criteria for enrollment. The EFMP Manager can attend Individual Education Plan
meetings for enrolled clients, to assist with advocacy. The program offers a
monthly support group and respite care. Call 301-619-3385 for more
information.