Hurlburt Field  Military and Family Support Center

Deployments are a way of life in today's military. The stress associated with deployment can be greatly reduced by being prepared for periodic absences.

The Personal and Family Readiness Program provides information and resources to help members and their families be as prepared as possible for deployments, remote assignments and natural disasters. Call the PFRP non-commissioned officer at the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 884-5441 for information on programs and services for active-duty members and their families.

Note: The military member must be at an unclassified location.

Personal and Family Readiness One-On-One Brief

Important for all single and married personnel, please make an appointment with the Readiness staff prior to your TDY, deployment or remote assignment. We will discuss important readiness issues such as Powers of Attorney, wills, medical information and other factors affecting your deployment and mission readiness. This 30-minute brief is most effective if spouses attend so we have the opportunity to present them with all of the information about morale programs the Airman & Family Readiness Center has to offer during your absence.

For Family Members

Morale E-Mail Program

The Airman & Family Readiness Center has computers with e-mail capability available during regular duty hours, Mon - Fri, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You can set up your own e-mail account to send/receive messages to stay "connected" to your loved ones. No appointment is necessary.

"Give Parents A Break Program"

Funded by the Air Force Aid Society, this program is designed to help families relieve stress created by deployments and remote assignments. Childcare is provided at the base Child Development Center on one or two Saturdays per month. Children between 6 months and 12 years of age are eligible by referral only, from the Airman & Family Readiness Center, First Sergeant or Chaplain. Due to COVID-19, contact the A&FRC for updated information.

Weekly Contact via E-Mail

Once we get the name and an e-mail address of a waiting spouse in our database we will send weekly information and updates via e-mail. This message is packed with information on base happenings and activities, helpful hints to get you through the tough times and ideas on how to pamper yourself.

"Hearts Apart"

Hearts Apart is a support group for "waiting" spouses and children. Monthly activities are planned, often around special holidays. Take this opportunity to join other families who are sharing your experience for friendly conversation, mutual support and valuable information.

Additional Support Material

Numerous pamphlets, handouts, DVDs, and coloring books on various topics concerning deployment and families, separation and loneliness, reunion, and tips while the loved one is away are available at the Airman & Family Readiness Center.