Respite Care for EFMP Families

May 10, 2024

Calling all Eglin EFMP families! — Did you know that the Air Force provides FREE short-term child care for EFMP families? This specialized care is designed to help reduce the stresses associated with caring for an exceptional family member (EFM). Respite Care cannot be used for work or school purposes, including before- or after-school care. It is only intended to be used for R&R (rest and relaxation) time for the main caregivers of the EFM and eligible Typically Developing siblings.

Those wishing to utilize Respite Care must be enrolled in the Air Force Exceptional Family Member Program. Eligibility will be determined upon submission of the following documents:

MFR Medical Letter / Proof of Q-Code Enrollment
Can be requested from the EFMP Medical Office via email or call 850.883.8556/9452

EFMP Respite Child Care Verification Statement (PDF) signed by Medical Provider

Respite Care Registration Form (PDF)

Non-Air Force personnel or any caregivers with questions are welcome to contact the Eglin Family Child Care office for assistance. Call 850.882.2994 or email 96FSS.FSYS.FamilyChildCare@us.af.mil