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Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.
Deployment can be a challenging phase of the military lifecycle, but it’s important to know that you don’t have to go through it alone. The military provides a variety of resources and support programs — ranging from educational briefings to morale calls — for your loved ones, children and service members to ease the stress of deployment. Military members may be assigned to a specific installation but support may come from local communities, Yellow Ribbon events or the installation itself.
DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Below is a list of services offered by the Shaw Air Force Base Military and Family Readiness Center in conjunction with the Air Force Aid Society and other base agencies. To participate in the below programs, families need to call 803-895-1253 unless stated otherwise.
During deployment, out-processing members complete a Personal and Family Readiness Worksheet. The SM&FRC Readiness team utilizes this information to send weekly emails which include information on the services listed below, pertinent base updates/announcements, website resources and information on coping with deployment, sustainment and reunion/reintegration. Bi-annually, we also sponsor a children’s deployment line so your children can experience the deployment process.
Each unit also has a key spouse. Key spouses are informal liaisons between unit spouses and leadership. They are trained volunteers that provide a vital link to families during deployments. Contact your unit or the SM&FRC to get contact information for your squadron.
Services Offered