The Special Needs Identification Program (SNI), formally the
Exceptional Family Member Program, is a multi-service program that is designed
to ensure that families with special needs are stationed near facilities,
military or civilian, that can meet their special needs. The SNI
office serves as a liaison between the military member and various services in
the local area. Dependents who are emotionally, physically, mentally challenged
are provided treatment under this program. This assistance may be in
the line of counseling, special medical or educational assistance, and financial
assistance.
Military members with an exceptional family
member are required to enroll in the SNI.
The SNI maintains a listing of
on and off-base resources to assist families with all areas of
need. For active-duty Air Force families, the Air Force Aid Society
may have funds available to assist with respite care contact the SNI office for
additional information.
The SNI is designed to provide assistance to the
children and adult dependents of eligible military personnel. Personnel arriving
with an exceptional family member should contact the Special Needs
Identification Program (SNI), formerly called the Exceptional Family Member
Program (EFMP), office upon arrival. The office is located in the Family
Advocacy Clinic, building 760. Please call (334) 953-5055 or 5501.
At your initial appointment you will learn the medical appointment system, the
community referral process and be offered supportive counseling.
For
more information on the SNI program visit Contacts/Links and the Getting Started
section of this site.
Area special education facilities can be found at
the Education: Community: Special Education topic.