Misawa AB Exceptional Family Member Program - EFMP-Family Support

This provides opportunities for: Civilians, retirees, active duty personnel members and their families. The Misawa AB Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) consists of three components: 1) EFMP - Assignments, 2) EFMP - Medical, and 3) EFMP - Family Support. Together, we support military families with special medical and educational needs. Our mission is to ensure that families are equipped and

supported in making informed decisions about assignment actions. After a service member receives an assignment, the losing EFMP - Medical office coordinates with the gaining MTF to obtain their assessment and authorization for a travel authorization. If the gaining base can reasonably support the family's individual needs, travel is authorized, and the member proceeds accompanied. If the gaining base cannot recommend travel, the EFMP - Assignments component engages with the member in problem-solving. All military members are responsible for meeting the demands of the mission, so sometimes, the member must proceed unaccompanied. In most instances, alternative assignments or other actions may result. Throughout this process, the EFMP - Family Support component helps the member navigate complex systems and coordinates the sharing of non-clinical support information between families and bases. EFMP - Family Support is also a clearing house for information, resources, and supports for military families with special needs.