Emergency Assistance

The Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) mision is to provide care and comfort to the members of the United States Armed Force and their families. The SAF team supports military families during deployments and emergencies, serves in military and veterans' hospitals, conducts emergency communications and continues supporting our nation's veterans after their service ends.The team also adapts services and creates new programs to meet the needs of today's military members, veterans and their familes.

The American Red Cross supports members of the Military, their families, Military Retirees and Department of Defense civilians overseas anywhere.

Some of the services the American Red Cross provides i

• Volunteer opportunities
• Dental Assistance Program (yearly)
• Emergency Communication
• Financial Assistance: the American Ted Cross works in partnership with military aid societies to provide quality, reliable financial assistance to eligible applicants 24/7/365.
• Information Referral Services: The American Red Cross offers confidential services to all members of the military, veterans, and their families by connecting them local, state and national resources.

The Fort Jackson American Red Cross office is located at 9810 Liberty Division Rd.,  877-272-7337 after hours or contact Army Community Service, 803-540-1200 for more information.

Army Emergency Relief (AER) is available to active and retired service members and their dependent family members. AER can provide emergency financial assistance to meet unforeseen needs. Categories of assistance may include but not limited to essential travel expenses, auto maintenance and repair, utilites, food, gasoline, rent, mortgage, etc. 

Before you leave, make sure you have all important papers with you, do not pack important documents with your household goods. Make sure you have important numbers such as the Emergency Operations Center, 803-751-5166/3983 or DSN 312-734-5166/3983 and, if possible your sponsor's contact information.