MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
MILITARY & FAMILY s part of MWR, Military & Family Readiness/ Military and Family Readiness (MFR) equips people with the skills and support they need to face the challenges of military life (today as well as tomorrow). Their motto is “Selfhelp, Service, and Stability” and this defines the activities and services offered by MFR. All active-duty, U.S. Army Reservists and National Guard Service members on active duty exceeding 30 days, DA civilians, retirees and family members are eligible to use these services offered by MFR. MFR is a worldwide organization composed of hard working and caring individuals. Some of these individuals are civilian personnel who direct MFR activities, while others are volunteers who support staff and assist with various community service projects. When you join the Military and Family Readiness Volunteer family, you become a valuable asset to soldiers, their families and the agency staff. The volunteer program provides an opportunity for you to gain experience in a professional atmosphere. We will assist you in finding a volunteer position that allows you to use your specific talents and interests.
Army Emergency Relief
Readiness
2414 Stanley Road, Bldg 131 (210) 221-1612 Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 730 a.m.- 12 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. After duty hours contact the American Red Cross at (210) 224-5151 Army Emergency Relief is the Army’s own emergency financial assistance organization and is dedicated to “Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own.”
Armed Forces Action Plan 3060 Stanley Road, Bldg 2797 (210) 221-2336/2705 Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The Armed Forces Action Plan (AFAP) is a program designed to ensure that the wellbeing of soldiers and families in the Army keep pace with the changing times. AFAP gathers input from the people of the Army and Army leadership. AFAP is a way for Soldiers and families to say what is working and what is not, as well as to provide possible solutions for areas of concern.
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Armed Forces Team Building
3060 Stanley Road, Bldg 2797 Phone: (210) 221-2336/2705 Hours of Operation Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The Armed Forces Team Building (AFTB) program at Fort Sam Houston is fortunate to have an active volunteer staff of 12 master trainers and 11 instructors. Fort Sam is the home of the Army Medic, the Army Medical Department (AMEDDC&S) Center and School, San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC), and the Fifth U.S. Army Headquarters. With a large number of medical soldiers and their families and an everrotating number of soldier students and their families, the AFTB program runs a little differently than at other installations. AFTB encourages new spouses, family members, soldiers and DA civilians to find out about Army life. Family member classes are offered in levels I, II, and III on a quarterly basis. These classes are open to soldiers (active and reserve), civilian employees and their family members.
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