Program

The EFMP Respite Care Program is a benefit for Navy families who have children with special needs.. Eligible families must be enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program and meet prescribed eligibility criteria. The program allows parents temporary relief to attend appointments or gather some much-needed rest, without having to worry about the well-being of their child. Eligible members receive an authorized allotment of respite care per family per month, at no cost for the EFMP children.

Eligibility requirements:

• The Sponsor (service member) is active duty or Reservist on active-duty orders.
• The Sponsor is currently enrolled in their branch’s Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP).
• The Sponsor has a child currently residing with him/her, enrolled in EFMP, birth through 18 years, and are scored at the two highest level-of need categories (level-of-need 3 or 4).

Frequently Asked Questions for Families

Benefits:

• Continued training opportunities
• Receive support and resources
• Enjoy flexible hours
• Receive competitive wages
• Gain valuable experience

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children, or in the Special Needs field or Health Care fields
• Possess or willing to obtain current Child/Infant/Adult CPR and Child/Infant/Adult First Aid
• Must clear Federal, State, and National Sex Offender background screenings
• Reliable transportation and direct access by telephone and e-mail
• Willing to complete Child Abuse Awareness training prior to providing care

Please call us at 360-479-3489 or email [email protected] to get started.