Deployment Support

Mobilization and Deployment

The Mobilization and Deployment program is here to build resilient military Families. The program's primary mission is to ensure Commanders, Soldiers and Family members are prepared for all cycles of the deployment phase. The program found online at www.militaryonesource.mil provides training to rear detachment teams, Soldier and Family readiness group leaders and unit points of contact to allow them to better help Soldiers and Families. The program also provides deployment and reunion briefings as well as operates a Family Assistance Center during times of deployment, emergencies and natural disasters.

For military members leaving family behind for any reason, such as, training in lieu of travel, or children finishing school year, etc., there are some things you need to consider:

• Power of Attorney - this is important if a family member is left behind and has to do things in the name of the military member.
• Family Care Plan - keep an up-to-date family care plan, with correct names, and contact numbers of those that may have to care for your children.
• Copies of orders - leave extra copies of your orders with a family member.
• Finances - make sure allotments, checkbooks, savings accounts, credit cards, etc, are accessible for family members.
• Vehicles - ensure you have an up-to-date maintenance schedule.
• School information - ensure that all school records are in order for transfer.
• Contact your Army Community Service at 717-245-4357 to prepare an individual relocation plan.
• Contact your local airline ticket office for unaccompanied travel arrangements for Family members.

Contact Army Community Service for further information and assistance at 717-245-4357.