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POLICYPOLICY

The Marine Corps Policy is two-fold:

A. A. Marine Corps families Marine Corps families will be provided a quality will be provided a quality of life at least equal to that of life at least equal to that of the Nation which they of the Nation which they defend.defend.

B. B. Marine Corps Marine Corps personnel, both married personnel, both married and single, bear primary and single, bear primary responsibility for the responsibility for the welfare of there familieswelfare of there families..

FAMILY READINESS FAMILY READINESS SUPPORT PROGRAMSSUPPORT PROGRAMS

A network of agencies, programs, services, and individuals that support readiness by Preventing or Reducing family stressors, promoting healthy community environments, and freeing personnel from family worries so they can focus on the units mission.

INTENT: To emphasize problem prevention to eliminate or reduce work related stressors, strengthen individual coping skills and enhance self-esteem.

GOAL: To keep Healthy Families Healthy.

Family ReadinessFamily ReadinessSupport ProgramsSupport Programs

Alcohol/Drug abuse preventionChild CareFinancial PlanningCounselingDependents educationDeployment supportKey Volunteer NetworkEmergency Services

Family Readiness Support Family Readiness Support Programs (continued)Programs (continued)

Employment AssistanceInformation, Referral and Follow upMobilization IndoctrinationRelocation AssistanceSeparation and Retirement plansSpiritual growth and development

PRE DEPLOYMENT PHASEPRE DEPLOYMENT PHASE

a. Personal Matters

b. Legal Matters

c. Financial Matters

d. Practical Matters

PERSONAL MATTERSPERSONAL MATTERS

Complete Personal Information PageDiscuss CommunicationContact FSC and KVNPrepare a Family Care PlanObtain/Update ID cardsComplete Emergency Information WorksheetDiscuss Feelings and include ChildrenDiscuss benefits and assistance

LEGAL MATTERSLEGAL MATTERSCreate or Update WillDesignate a power of attorneyComplete an estate planDesignate Legal Guardians for childrenComplete a personal/Family documents worksheetSafely store important documentsComplete a property worksheetMake sure your R.E.D. is accurate

FINANCIAL MATTERSFINANCIAL MATTERS

Discuss financial matters with loved ones Establish needed allotments Develop a budget (STICK TO IT) Make sure SGLI is updated everyone is enrolled in DEERS Learn about local Med / Dental care Arrange for the paying of bills (Single Marines)

PRACTICAL MATTERSPRACTICAL MATTERS

Security MeasuresCheck smoke detectorsFind a Reputable RepairmanAutomobiles are in good repairMake arrangements to movingMake a list of Health Care providers who

accept Champus/Tri Care or Dental Claims

DEPLOYMENT PHASEDEPLOYMENT PHASE

LETTERSGIFTSPHONE CALLSAUDIO/VIDEOCASSETTESPHOTOS AND ART MESSAGES

POST DEPLOYMENT PHASEPOST DEPLOYMENT PHASE

a. Take it slow

b. Routines have been established

c. Children have changed

d. Ease back in to your former role

QUESTIONSQUESTIONS

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SUMMARYSUMMARY

FAMILY READINESS PROGRAMSPRE DEPLOYMENTDEPLOYMENTPOST DEPLOYMENT