Deployment Support

Deployment Support Program

Assists military/DoD personnel and their families meet the challenges during all phases of the deployment cycle:

Pre-deployment, Deployment, Sustainment, Re-Deployment, Re-Integration and Post-Deployment. 

The leaders and service providers at Altus AFB are committed to helping families remain strong during deployments, extended temporary duty travel and remote tours. A readiness non-commissioned officer is assigned to the Military and Family Readiness Center to coordinate with unit leadership and service agencies in order to work directly with troops and families during family separations. For additional information or questions, please contact the A&FRC at 580-481-6761 or DSN 312-866-6761.

Give Parents a Break

The AFAS recognizes that Air Force families are subject to unique stresses due to the nature of military life, including deployments, remote tours of duty and extended working hours.

In an effort to help these families, the AFAS, in cooperation with the Air Force child care community, has agreed to provide funding for child care under our Give Parents a Break program.

The purpose of this program is to offer eligible parents a few hours’ break from the stresses of parenting.

Active-duty Air Force families may use this time to suit their personal needs.

AFAS will pay the cost of having the base Child Development Center open once a month for families referred to the program.

Families will not be charged for the care.

The third Saturday of each month is set aside for this program.

Stop by the M&FRC to get your certificate.
Childcare vouchers are available for families experiencing deployment or hardship.

Vouchers are provided on an as-needed basis.

The Air Force Aid Society covers the cost of the monthly date night program which is offered at the Altus AFB Child Development Center (CDC) and/or Youth Center (YC).

Contact the M&FRC for a voucher/schedule and contact the CDC or YC to make reservations for your child(ren).

CDC: 580-481-7502               

YC: 580-481-7903

Hearts Apart

A deployment letter is sent out via mail or email.
Activities are held quarterly to bring deployed/remote tour affected families together to connect and enjoy activities.

Special Events

During holidays or other special times, events and activities are provided just for spouses and families.

Look for arts, crafts, holiday parties and special activities for children.

Information and Referral

It's never possible to anticipate all the things that might occur during a separation.

Call us if you have any questions or concerns at 580-481-6761, and we will help you find the available resources.

Tips for Spouses

•    If you haven't been contacted by your spouse's unit at Altus AFB, contact the first sergeant and ask for a point of contact, or call the M&FRC if you need assistance.
•    Participate in activities with other spouses. It helps to share with friends.
•    Be vigilant about your security and ask friends and family to stay in touch. Don't let people into your home if you don't know them and refer any media requests for interviews to Public Affairs at 580-481-7700.
•    If you're feeling depressed or sad, contact one of the service providers. If you're unsure whom to call, contact the M&FRC for information.
•    Talk to children about their concerns, but also set aside time to do special activities. Keep their lives as normal as possible while Dad or Mom is away. 
•    If you have a concern about something you've heard, call and confirm to make sure the information is accurate.

Spouse Deployment 101 – ADD (New Program)

An in-person and virtual briefing provided for first time deployment affected spouses.

The briefing cover 13 different agencies and their related service to ease separation stressors and aid in their needs.

Digital copies can be provided at y our request, email marcus.niemann@us.af.mil.

Spouse Deployment Dinner – ADD (New Program)

The M&FRC hosts monthly dinners, every last Friday of the month, for those families who are affected by deployments/remote overseas tours.

The dinners provide another social opportunity for families with members of the M&FRC team to help facilitate any questions or concerns on the spot.

Pre-Deployment Briefing

Pre-deployment briefings are held every Tuesday and Thursday of the month at 9 a.m. in the M&FRC.

Topics discussed are expectations, support services offered and positive ways of dealing with family separations and deployment related stressors.

Resources are given out, and family information is obtained.

This briefing is mandatory for active-duty members, and spouses are highly encouraged to attend. 

Family Care Plans

A family care plan is a working plan that provides guidance for others as to the care of family members during a service member's absence.

For example, it helps guardians and others with care for family members, financial and legal matters, and medical needs.

A family care plan is required if you are a single service member or part of a dual-service couple and you are responsible for the care of family members.

Reintegration Briefing

When you return, you are required to attend a reintegration briefing.

These briefings are held on Tuesday and Thursdays at 9 a.m. in the M&FRC, and topics include expectations at home and work, how to reintegrate with family and friends, communication, coping skills and sources to help with the reintegration process.

This briefing is mandatory for active-duty members, but spouses are invited to attend as well.