Fort Riley  Military and Family Support Center

Today’s Total Army Family lifestyle can be challenging, but with the right training and resources, it is a challenge that can be met with resilience. ACS provides Soldiers, Families and DA civilians with support and assistance for daily functioning and during deployments and mission related absences. We provide resources and referrals, assist commanders with Family readiness plans, Soldier readiness processing and Soldier and Family Readiness Group training/resources.

Hearts Apart

Offers support to Families who are living separately from their sponsors due to mission (i.e. deployment, unaccompanied tour, extended TDY, etc.) requirements. The program sponsors events and services to help make life a little less stressful during separations.  Participants will have an opportunity to attend social activities, educational workshops, and to meet, share and network with other Families. Contact your ACS for more information.

Family members are eligible to participate in Hearts Apart activities 30 days prior to, during and 90 days after effective date of orders.

Military & Family Life Counselors (MFLCs)

MFLCs provide non-medical short-term, situational problem-solving counseling and augment existing military support services. They assist Service Members and their Families with issues they may encounter throughout the deployment cycle including, stress management, coping skills, reunion concerns, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and more.  Services can be provided on and off post (except in living quarters). Services are private and confidential and are not reportable (except in cases of danger to self or others). An MFLC is assigned to every unit on post and are also available at ACS.  To speak to an MFLC please visit them at Army Community Service, 7264 Normandy Drive or contact them at: Office: 785-239-1883.

Soldier and Family Readiness Group – SFRG

SFRGs are a commander's program that enhance communication, information and resource networks during all phases of military life.  SFRGs provide stability to unit members during field exercises, deployment and other mission related separations and offer vital information to those newly assigned to the unit.>

Interested in volunteering for your SFRG?

Volunteers are the foundation of all SFRGs. Command teams often rely on SFRG volunteers to help execute their Family Readiness plan.  There are many different volunteer opportunities within the SFRG. Contact your unit Commander, Command Family Readiness Representative or Soldier and Family Readiness Coordinator for information on how you can be a part of the SFRG volunteer Family.

Soldier and Family Readiness Group – SFRG

SFRGs are a commander's program that enhance communication, information and resource networks during all phases of military life.  SFRGs provide stability to unit members during field exercises, deployment and other mission related separations and offer vital information to those newly assigned to the unit.

Interested in volunteering for your FRG?

Volunteers are the foundation of all SFRGs. Command teams often rely on SFRG volunteers to help execute their Family Readiness plan.  There are many different volunteer opportunities within the SFRG. Contact your unit Commander, Command Family Readiness Representative or Soldier and Family Readiness Coordinator for information on how you can be a part of the SFRG volunteer Family.

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Military Family Life Counselors - MFLCs provide confidential*, non-medical, short-term counseling services to Soldiers and their Families. To arrange a counseling session, you may contact the MFLC assigned to your unit or request an appointment by calling the MFLC office at: 785-239-1883 or Cell: 785-221-9483. Walk-ins are also accepted at the MFLC office at ACS. Services can be provided on or off post. *Confidential, except in cases to harm self or others.

Hearts Apart:

Offers support to Families who are living separately from their sponsors due to mission (i.e. deployment, unaccompanied tour, extended TDY, etc.) requirements. The program sponsors events and services to help make life a little less stressful during separations.  Participants will have an opportunity to attend social activities, educational workshops, and to meet, share and network with other Families. Contact your ACS for more information.

Family members are eligible to participate in Hearts Apart activities 30 days prior to, during and 90 days after effective date of orders.

Blue Star Card Program: Receive discounts at select Family and MWR facilities, exclusive trips, concerts, events and other opportunities. To receive a card, take your sponsor’s orders to Leisure Travel Services (5202 Normandy Dr.). This program is open to Spouses of Soldiers who have fallen, are deployed, or geographically separated from the service member for more than 90-days. To view the most current information and upcoming events visit facebook.com/fortrileybluestar.

The Army Community Service (ACS) is your main source for information and outreach on Fort Riley and the central Flint Hills region. Our staff will provide any information or assistance you may need or will refer you to the appropriate agency for assistance. We want to be your "one stop shop" for gathering information or location of resources. Call (785) 239-9435 or 239-5739.

ACS, along with many other Fort Riley organizations and community agencies sponsors programs and services in support of Soldiers and their Families, before, during and after deployments or extended separations. If your spouse is away due to a mission requirement, consider using the services or joining other spouses at the events listed below:

Hearts Apart- This program sponsors, educational workshops, social activities and provides a forum to meet, share and network with other Families while service members are away for 30-days or more.
•  Quarterly Family events
•   Annual Turkey Dinner “fixings” distribution for Families of deployed Soldiers
•  Operation North Pole Annual Holiday Party
To register for Hearts Apart call ACS or send an email to: usarmy.riley.imcom.mbx.acs@mail.mil. Please include your unit assignment

Blue Star Card (BSC) Program -Receive discounts at select Family and MWR facilities, exclusive trips, concerts, events and other opportunities. To receive a card, take your sponsor’s orders to Leisure Travel Services (5202 Normandy Dr.). This program is open to Spouses of Soldiers who have fallen, are deployed, or geographically separated from the service member for more than 90-days. To view the most current information and upcoming events visit facebook.com/fortrileybluestar.

Resiliency Training & Support - Overcome! ~ Bounce Back! ~ GROW STRONGER!
Spouse Resiliency Training –A fun and interactive seminar that enhances your ability to grow and thrive in the face of challenges and bounce back from adversity! Trainings are ongoing, for the latest schedule, call (785) 239-9435.
Army Family Team Building –AFTB offers classes that help you to not just cope with, but enjoy the military lifestyle. Classes are conducted monthly and are also available by request for SFRGs and unit trainings by calling (785) 239-9435.
Military 101 - Are you a new spouse? This is the class for you! This class provides a comprehensive overview of many aspects of being a part of the military community.

ACS Family Advocacy Program (FAP) - The Family Advocacy program provides a broad range of services and programs which focuses on enhancing Soldier and Family wellness including:
•  Relationship and parenting education programs
•  24/7 Dad Workshop
•  Spouse and child abuse prevention and education programs
•  Crisis intervention, emergency shelter, and counseling
•  Programs and services for Family members with special needs
•  Community education and awareness events

New Parent Support Program - Meet & Greet Playtime! Mondays and Wednesdays 10:00am-11:00am, open to parents with children birth to 3yrs.  ACS-7264 Normandy Dr. Come share your joys and challenges with other moms.

Child and Youth Services (CYS)Parent Central, 6620 Normandy Drive, 785-239-9885
Deployment Support Services (DSS) Benefits –16 hours of free hourly care per child per month. For information about additional discounts and eligibility requirements contact Parent Central.
Parents’ Night Out -offered one Saturday each month, 6pm-11pm.  

Hourly Care -$5per hour per child or use deployment hours
Family Child Care –FCC homes provide care for children up to 12 years old in on-post homes by authorized Military Family members working as independent contractors. Most offer full-day, part-day, and hourly care. Fees vary, contact Parent Central for further details.

United Service Organization (USO) - 6918 Trooper Drive, 785-240-5326
** Coffee Connection USO -Join other spouses for a relaxing morning with refreshments, good conversation and networking. *(monthly, dates & times vary)

**No Dough DinnerSoldiers and Family members are invited to a free dinner sponsored by the USO. *(monthly, dates & location vary)                                          Free breakfast and lunch, Monday-Friday                                                                                          

Computers with printing capabilities, scanning and faxing

On-going weekly events and special holiday events  Open every day (times vary) including holidays   

**For more details please check the USO events page at: www.facebook.com/usoftriley

Military Family Life Counselors - MFLCs provide confidential*, non-medical, short-term counseling services to Soldiers and their Families. To arrange a counseling session, you may contact the MFLC assigned to your unit or request an appointment by calling the MFLC office at: 785-239-1883 or Cell: 785-221-9483. Walk-ins are also accepted at the MFLC office at ACS. Services can be provided on or off post. *Confidential, except in cases to harm self or others.