Preparing for Deployment
Ready for that upcoming deployment? We recommend that you complete the following items before the departure date arrives.
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Workshops
There are workshops available both on-site and online to help you get ready for your upcoming deployment.
Learn moreVideos
Preparing for Deployments speaks to military members and families about the advice they’d give to others going through a deployment. The D Word offers some helpful tips and hints for a work-related separation.
Essential Resources
- Pre-deployment checklist
- Everything Binder
- MFRC Deployment books
- Preparing for Deployment Stress Handbook
Help for the kids
Order our free deployment workbooks for your children.
Get a copyPodcast: Preparing Couples for Deployment
This episode of The Military Lifestyle podcast looks at the challenges of a military deployment, a few tools for managing it, coping strategies, goal setting, common errors and the importance of good communication. Special guest: MFRC Deployment Coordinator Sandra Pinard.
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Podcast: Preparing Single Military Members for Deployment
This episode of The Military Lifestyle podcast looks at what single military members need to think about before they deploy. The discussion is very practical and covers financial matters, income tax, power of attorney, vehicles, driver’s licenses, passports, information to share with friends and family plus more. Special guest: MFRC Deployment Coordinator Sandra Pinard.
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Podcast: Parenting from Afar
This episode of The Military Lifestyle looks at parenting from a distance. The discussion looks at things you can do before, during and after the experience to make things better. Special guest: Tracy Beck, MFRC Deployment Workshop Facilitator.
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