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Celebrate Month of the Military Child with MCCS MCRD San Diego/WRR - Library on April 3rd from 9-11 AM!

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day of exploring military vehicles, games, and crafts at our annual Touch-a-Truck event.

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Youth Sports is a skill based program open to children ages 4-11. Rather than focusing on competition, which is an inherit part of sports, children are provided the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of a sport, in addition to good sportsmanship and the benefits of teamwork. Try outs are not required, as all skill levels are welcome to participate. All players are also offered equal playing time during games. Opportunities can include team sports, skill development clinics and sports specific camps. All coaches are volunteers and certified through the National Alliance for Youth Sports and have an extensive background check before working with the children. Coaches are always needed in our program and training is provided to those interested. Please contact your local Youth Sports office to learn more.

Core Value
Our programs are a great introduction to sports, where everyone plays and you compete for FUN! The goal of MCRD MCCS Youth Sports experience is to teach the enjoyment of playing on a team as a character building activity without the pressure of a highly competitive program. We strive for participation, physical fitness, fair play, positive sportsmanship, and game skills. As members of the National Alliance for Youth Sports, we believe that every child regardless of their abilities should have an opportunity to positively benefit from meaningful participation.

Sports include Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Flag Football, Soccer and Softball league sports and clinics. We are an organized partnership based sports program for boys and girls ages 5-16 (age varies by sport), that focuses on safety, fun, participation and development.

All coaches are background checked and certified through the National Youth Sports Coaching Alliance. Parents will be required to participate in a NAYS Parent Orientation/Training program.

Hours vary due to activity.

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The School Liaison Program (SLP) focuses its efforts on making transitions for military school age children easier. Through connections with families, schools, commanders, community and installation programs, School Liaisons engage in a system of support on behalf of the military child.

Our Vision
The School Liaison Program is the critical link between families, commanders, communities, and schools to improve education outcomes, quality of life, and operational readiness.
Our Mission
To promote awareness of the unique education needs of military connected children and facilitate successful school transitions. School Liaisons will:

Develop, Coordinate, and Engage in school and community partnership initiatives that foster academic success;

Increase educator and community awareness of the Marine Corps mission;

Serve as the commander's subject matter expert and point of contact for K-12 education related matters.

No Federal endorsement implied.

Hours

Monday

0730-1600

Tuesday

0730-1600

Wednesday

0730-1600

Thursday

0730-1600

Friday

0730-1600

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The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) supports the continuum of care for all eligible sponsors and their family member in order to improve the quality of life for families that support a member with special medical and/or educational needs. EFMP is a DOD-mandated enrollment program designed to support individual, family, and unit readiness.

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) supports the continuum of care for all eligible sponsors and their family member in order to improve the quality of life for families that support a member with special medical and/or educational needs. EFMP staff and families work together to inform, educate and empower individuals to be the best advocate for themselves and/or their family member(s). The EFMP is a DOD-mandated enrollment program designed to support individual, family and unit readiness.

At Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) San Diego, we strive to provide the best service and care to families assigned to MCRD San Diego and families stationed at recruiting stations in the Western Recruiting Region (WRR).

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The Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program is a mandatory enrollment program designed to coordinate permanent change of station assignments for active duty sponsors who have a family member with special needs. When Marines are assigned to locations where their family members have access to required care, it allows the Marine to focus on the mission, enhancing the individual and family readiness.Marines and families often contact EFMP with recommendations about how the program can better support families and we value this communication. Several months ago, families began notifying EFMP that some TRICARE authorized providers were charging for completion of the DD Form 2792. This form is used across the Department of Defense to identify the medical requirements of family members for the purpose of EFMP enrollment. Enrolled families must also submit an updated form every three years to ensure that the most current information is available for EFMP assignment review.

As we investigated, we learned that network providers cannot receive TRICARE reimbursement for the time associated with completion of this form and therefore passed the cost to the individual family. Additionally, we have learned that absent regulation, authorized provider charges to families are inconsistent, and in some cases, cost prohibitive for families.

The Marine Corps believes that families should not bear the cost of form completion to comply with a DOD-mandated program, and we have instituted a reimbursement process, retroactive to October 1, 2014. We have authorized reimbursement at actual cost, up to a maximum of $200/package, whichever is less. We recognize that some providers are charging more than the $200/package, however with education, may reduce their charges to align with our reimbursement. In some cases, providers have been charging less than the maximum amount authorized by the Marine Corps; we commend them and encourage them to keep their rates consistent. EFMP-enrolled Marines who are interested in pursuing a reimbursement, should contact their assigned EFMP office for assistance.

Reimbursement Forms:

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MARADMIN 309/15

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Reimbursement Flyer

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Reimbursement Process

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Standard Form 1164

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Frequently Asked Questions

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EFMP Base Installation Respite Care Reimbursement Program

The Respite Care Reimbursement Program is intended to reduce stress on sponsor families by providing temporary rest periods for family members who care for those who have special needs. Families assigned to the MCRD San Diego EFMP with EFMs identified as Level of Need (LoN) 3 or 4 can receive up to 20 clock hours per month of respite care, at an authorized rate. After verifying eligibility & authorized amount for the Respite Care Reimbursement Program, families may choose their certified provider (the office will need proof of certification before receiving care). Families will pay their provider for respite care hours, submit reimbursement the log, and standard form 1164 to the MCRD San Diego EFMP office within 60 days to receive reimbursement for care. Contact the EFMP office or your assigned EFMP Family Case Worker for more information or to enroll.

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NAVMC1750/1 Verification of Eligibility

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NAVMC1750/2 Statement of Understanding

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NAVMC1750/3 Reimbursement Log

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Standard Form 1164

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Standard Form 1164 (Sample)

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Marine Corps Bulletin 1754

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Lending Library

Please connect with the Training, Education, and Outreach Specialist for the most updated list. Call 619-524-0916 or email ombfamilycaresd@usmc-mccs.org.

Available items include books, devices and equipment, and employee assistive devices.

Download complete listing of available items below:

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EFMP Lending Library List

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EFMP Lending Library List of Assistive Devices

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Forms

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EFMP Customer Rights and Responsibilities

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EFMP Declination of Services

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Social Media

Facebook: facebook.com/mccsmcrdsd.efmp

Twitter: twitter.com/MCRDSD_EFMP

Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/exceptionallyliving

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccsmcrd/

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Please call the Program Manager at 619-524-8031 should you have questions or require additional information.

An Exceptional Family Member (EFM) can be a spouse, child, stepchild, adopted child, foster child or dependent parent who meets the following criteria:

Possess an on-going medical, emotional, or educational need.

Enrolled in DEERS & MCTFS

Resides with the sponsor (exceptions include geographical bachelors and family members receiving inpatient care or living in an educational setting).

Ensure your family member is enrolled in DEERS & MCTFS.

Contact the EFMP office for assistance and information.

Complete the forms and return to the EFMP office for processing. Forms may be downloaded from the links below:

Disenrollment
Disenrollment from EFMP may occur when the EFM no longer requires special medical, mental health, early intervention/educational services, or EFM no longer resides with sponsor due to divorce, loss of custody, or death. Contact the EFMP office for assistance with disenrollment.

The Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program is a mandatory enrollment program designed to coordinate permanent change of station assignments for active duty sponsors who have a family member with special needs. When Marines are assigned to locations where their family members have access to required care, it allows the Marine to focus on the mission, enhancing the individual and family readiness.Marines and families often contact EFMP with recommendations about how the program can better support families and we value this communication. Several months ago, families began notifying EFMP that some TRICARE authorized providers were charging for completion of the DD Form 2792. This form is used across the Department of Defense to identify the medical requirements of family members for the purpose of EFMP enrollment. Enrolled families must also submit an updated form every three years to ensure that the most current information is available for EFMP assignment review.

As we investigated, we learned that network providers cannot receive TRICARE reimbursement for the time associated with completion of this form and therefore passed the cost to the individual family. Additionally, we have learned that absent regulation, authorized provider charges to families are inconsistent, and in some cases, cost prohibitive for families.

The Marine Corps believes that families should not bear the cost of form completion to comply with a DOD-mandated program, and we have instituted a reimbursement process, retroactive to October 1, 2014. We have authorized reimbursement at actual cost, up to a maximum of $200/package, whichever is less. We recognize that some providers are charging more than the $200/package, however with education, may reduce their charges to align with our reimbursement. In some cases, providers have been charging less than the maximum amount authorized by the Marine Corps; we commend them and encourage them to keep their rates consistent. EFMP-enrolled Marines who are interested in pursuing a reimbursement, should contact their assigned EFMP office for assistance.
Reimbursement Forms:

MARADMIN 309/15

Reimbursement Flyer

Reimbursement Process

Standard Form 1164

Frequently Asked Questions

The Respite Care Reimbursement Program is intended to reduce stress on sponsor families by providing temporary rest periods for family members who care for those who have special needs. Families assigned to the MCRD San Diego EFMP with EFMs identified as Level of Need (LoN) 3 or 4 can receive up to 20 clock hours per month of respite care, at an authorized rate. After verifying eligibility & authorized amount for the Respite Care Reimbursement Program, families may choose their certified provider (the office will need proof of certification before receiving care). Families will pay their provider for respite care hours, submit reimbursement the log, and standard form 1164 to the MCRD San Diego EFMP office within 60 days to receive reimbursement for care. Contact the EFMP office or your assigned EFMP Family Case Worker for more information or to enroll.

NAVMC1750/1 Verification of Eligibility

NAVMC1750/2 Statement of Understanding

NAVMC1750/3 Reimbursement Log

Standard Form 1164

Standard Form 1164 (Sample)

Marine Corps Bulletin 1754

Please connect with the Training, Education, and Outreach Specialist for the most updated list. Call 619-524-0916 or email: ombfamilycaresd@usmc-mccs.org

Available items include books, devices and equipment, and employee assistive devices.

Download complete listing of available items below:

EFMP Lending Library List

EFMP Lending Library List of Assistive Devices

Please call the Program Manager at 619-524-8031 should you have questions or require additional information.

Hours

Monday

0730-1600

Tuesday

0730-1600

Wednesday

0730-1600

Thursday

0730-1600

Friday

0730-1600

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As the holiday season gears up, hundreds of shopping centers from coast to coast will host special events designed to give kids with disabilities a chance to meet Santa Claus without all the usual frenzy.

More than 300 malls are set to participate in the events known as "Caring Santa" at Simon mall locations and "Sensitive Santa" at those owned by Washington Prime Group.

For the special times, Santa and other staff are trained to support children with various needs and their families, according to Cherry Hill Programs, which offers the modified Santa experiences in conjunction with Autism Speaks.

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Many of the sensory-friendly Santa events are held outside of normal shopping hours. Lighting and music are reduced and reservations are required to limit waiting and crowds.

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Most of the sensory-friendly Santa events will take place Sunday, but times vary by location.

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As the holiday season gears up, shopping centers from coast to coast will host special events designed to give kids with disabilities a chance to meet Santa Claus without all the usual frenzy.