The Readiness Program is designed to provide support for families throughout all stages of deployments, mobilizations, separations, local or national emergencies/disasters and evacuations. This program provides preparation information and ongoing education to individuals, families and leadership.
Military members deploying, going on remote or extended TDYs more than 30 days are required to attend a mandatory pre-deployment and SARC briefing at the Airman & Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) regardless of being married or single. Briefings are held at the A&FRC located at 382 Ave. D, Bldg. 7215 every Tuesday at 1400. We encourage military members to bring their spouses to this briefing. The information empowers spouses with information and resources during separation.
IMPORTANT: Pre-Separation Briefing – Transition Program
Military members deploying and will have Less than 90 days on active duty before Retiring, separating or before going Terminal Leave, MUST receive a Pre-Separation briefing from the A&FRC PRIOR to deploying. This briefing is mandated by Public Law and they will NOT be able to separate or retire without it. This briefing is conducted every Tuesday 0830-1000 here at the center. Please call 696-5999 to reserve a seat.
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Supporting the Readiness Mission of Dyess AFB, our Family Life Education (FLE) services assist in many ways, particularly for those who need extra support during times of family separation due to deployment.
Recurring workshops are scheduled by the Dyess IDS (Integrated Delivery System) based on established needs that are the result of research, surveys, unit and individual assessments.
Specialized Services Can Be Requested By Unit Commanders, First Sergeants, and Other Members of Group or Squadron Leadership.
Agencies of the IDS (Integrated Delivery System) Providing Classes:
Dyess Family Advocacy Program (325) 696-5380
Dyess Chapel (325) 696-4224
Airman & Family Readiness Center (325) 696-5999
The Following Topics Are in the A&FRC's FLE Inventory:
- Systematic Training of Effective Parenting (S.T.E.P.)
-- General Basic Course
-- Early Childhood (1-5 yrs)
-- Teen
-- Stepfamilies
- Dealing With Strong-Willed Children
- How To Deal With Difficult People
- 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families
- Couples Communication
- Pre-Marital Awareness for New Air Force Spouses
- Positive & Effective Discipline
- Dads 101
- 123 Magic: Parenting Tips
- Achieving Extraordinary Customer Service
- The Professional Workplace
- How Not To Marry A Jerk
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