EFMP provides resources and forms for families with special needs, ensuring access to tailored services and accommodations
Helpful tools and links:
- EFMP & Me – online step-by-step guide
- DirectSTEP® – free e-courses for Families and staff
- Special Ed Connection – training and law resources
- Education Directory for Children with Special Needs
- The Exceptional Advocate newsletter
Forms: DD 2792, DD 2792-1, DA 5888, DA 7415, DD 3054.
Visit the EFMP office for brochures and resource guides.
(Government Links)
- Systems Navigators. Systems navigators are ACS EFMP staff members available on most Army installations. They assist EFMP Families with navigating through the available systems of care.
- Military OneSouce. Military OneSource’s EFMP & Me tool allows Families to explore the details of EFMP benefits and processes.
- DirectSTEP. DirectSTEP® eCourses are available for free to Soldiers and Family Members, Army EFMP staff, and Special Education staff associated with teaching military children. DirectSTEP® eCourses teach staff, parents, and educators how to handle critical education issues to obtain positive outcomes.
- Respite Care Support. The Army’s Respite Care Support services provide a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Care may be provided in the EFM respite care user’s home.
(Non-Government Links, No Endorsement Implied)
- Center for Parent Information and Resources (CPIR). CPIR serves as a central resource of information and products to the community of Parent Training Information (PTI) Centers and Community Parent Resource Centers, so they can focus their efforts on serving Families of children with disabilities.
- American Camp Association (ACA). The ACA is a community of camp professionals who join together to share their knowledge and experience and ensure the quality of camp programs, including those for Exceptional Family Members.
