Preparing for Military Separation with EFMP: Your Transition Roadmap 🛣️
Transitioning from military to civilian life is a major milestone—especially for families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP). Whether you're retiring or separating, planning ahead is essential to ensure your family’s needs are met across healthcare, finances, legal matters, and community support.
In our latest blog post, we’re highlighting key takeaways from the EFMP & Me Podcast, Season 2, Episode 4: Preparing for Separation. This episode features expert insights from Melinda Manyx of the Military-Civilian Transition Office and Jen Wong from the Office of Special Needs.
Why Planning Early Matters
Starting the Transition Assistance Program (TAP) at least 365 days before separation gives you time to:
Build a personalized transition plan
Attend essential briefings and courses
Explore healthcare and financial options
Connect with community resources
Special Considerations for EFMP Families
Families with special needs face unique challenges during transition. From Tricare ECHO changes to incapacitated child benefits, it’s important to understand what coverage continues and what needs to be replaced. Legal planning, financial tools like ABLE accounts, and community support networks are also key.
Download the Checklist ✅
To help you stay organized, we’ve created a downloadable checklist based on the podcast episode. It includes:
Action items across healthcare, finances, legal, and community support
Helpful websites and resources
Space to add your own notes
👉 Click here to download the EFMP Transition Checklist and start planning today.
Stay Connected
Don’t forget to visit EFMP & Me and Military OneSource for 24/7 support, checklists, and access to EFMP consultants.