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An official army family and MWR Site

AN OFFICIAL ARMY FAMILY AND MWR SITE

Mobilization, Deployment & Support Operations

Preparing for Deployment

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Reach out for guidance, resources, and support to help keep your Family mission-ready.

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Calendar

Explore upcoming briefings, trainings, and readiness events on the MD&SSO calendar.

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Connect with MD&SSO for assistance.

Preparing early can prevent stress later. MD&SSO offers classes and briefings to help service members and families feel ready before deployment begins.

These sessions are designed to answer common questions and help families plan ahead so there are fewer surprises while a loved one is away.

 

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What You’ll Learn

Pre-deployment support may include:

  • Legal planning (wills, powers of attorney)

  • Healthcare and enrollment information

  • Financial readiness and emergency assistance

  • Child and youth services

  • Community and support resources

Classes may be offered through unit briefings or family readiness group meetings to make attendance easier.
 

Who Should Attend

Before using the shop:

  • Service members preparing to deploy

  • Spouses, partners, and caregivers

  • Family readiness volunteers and leaders

Contact ACS to schedule or attend a pre-deployment briefing.

Learn More

Ask Army Answers

  • Army Community Service (ACS) - Main Office
  • ***Emergency Leave Assistance*** - AER financial assistance requests are no longer processed through the American Red Cross or other Military Service Aid Society offices. All emergency financial and leave assistance are now processed online: aerprod.powerappsportals.us/
  • Military DSN (314) 599-1101
  • Hours:
    Monday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Tuesday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Wednesday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Thursday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Friday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00am-4:00pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
    Federal Holidays
    Closed

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