Resources
Learn how to connect with resources such as medical care, training, education, or legal support.
Inclusive, Uplifting Support to Families
Caring for a Family member with special needs can be challenging, especially while serving in the military. The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is here to make sure no Family faces it alone.
EFMP is required for service members who have a Family member with special medical, emotional, developmental, or educational needs. The goal is simple: to make sure your Family gets the right care and support wherever the Army sends you.
What you get from EFMP:
- Coordinated support. We connect you with medical care, school services, housing, and community programs, both on and off post.
- Easier PCS moves. EFMP helps plan ahead for childcare, schools, and healthcare before you relocate, so fewer surprises await when you arrive.
- Career protection. EFMP enrollment does not hurt promotions, schools, or assignments, and EFMP information is private and not seen by selection boards.
- Support for daily life. We offer classes, support groups, respite care, and Systems Navigators who help you through the process.
Every EFMP office has two main sides:
- Medical EFMP, which handles enrollment, updates, and overseas screenings.
- Family Support (ACS), which helps you find resources, set goals, and connect with schools, CYS, and local programs.
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Partner Agencies
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Central Texas Council of Governments (CTCOG)
The Central Texas Council of Governments helps local communities work cooperatively to improve the conditions and well-being of Central Texans.
Whether reaching out to elders in need of at-home or nursing home assistance, helping a family find a safe and affordable home, providing essential transportation planning, or keeping you safe through emergency and security programs, we serve with compassion, dedication and professionalism.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
ECI helps infants and toddlers, from birth to 3 years old, with disabilities or delays in their development. ECI supports families through education and family services to help their children reach their potential.
Killeen Special Education Department
Supports the mission of the Killeen Independent School District and the goals of the Education Services Department by identifying students with disabilities and providing them an equal opportunity for a free and appropriate education. For more information click Here! Look across the top to Departments, then look down the left hand side of the page for Special Education.
Copperas Cove Special Education Department
Copperas Cove ISD provides a continuum of specially-designed instructional services for all eligible students with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 21.
Cultural and Recreation Activities
We are also a proud host of the Special Olympics Texas. We have an ongoing search for athletes and coaches for all the events. No experience necessary, so join us and be a part of the Special Olympics Texas and feel proud about your involvement in the movement that is changing lives!
MilitaryOneSource
MilitaryOneSource is a U.S. DoD program that provides 24/7 assistance that connects families to information, support, resources and get answers to assist our Military Families. MilitaryOneSource can be obtain services by phone or online. Our Exceptional Family Members can reach out to their local EFMP Family Support offices. EFMP Family Support Office can be contact at (254) 287-6070.
Helping Military Families with Special Needs Thrive
