M&FP - Exceptional Family Member Program
The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) program ensures that the needs of the exceptional family member are taken into consideration throughout the change of assignment process. These needs may include physical, emotional, developmental and medical components. Staff are trained to assist military members in the enrollment process and provide information on local military and community support programs.
A family member with special needs warrants a certain lifestyle, sacrifice and rewards. The Exceptional Family Member Program staff is dedicated to ensure that all Marine and Navy families who have a special need family member are provided with information and resources necessary to assist families. The EFMP can not accomplish this task alone. We need your help. We need your input in order to create a program that incorporates the real issues of concern. No one can help us achieve this better than those who endure the lifestyle.
The Parent Coffee Hour meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 1100-1200 at the Starbucks located by Marine Corps Exchange. The Coffee Hour provides an opportunity for families to network informally and to receive valuable training on special needs issues. Please call 257-7782 to RSVP.
Marine & Family Programs
Kaneohe Bay, Building #219
Phone: 808-257-0290
Monday-Friday, 0730-1600
Forms & Resources
You can now download frequently requested forms from this drop down menu.
Events
EFMP PlayDay "Easter" - 21 March, 0900-1100
Riseley Field
EFMP member families are invited to PlayDay on Wednesday, March 21,
0900-1100 at Riseley Field. The mission of PlayDays are to have EFMP
families with small children (5 and under since this is during school hours)
connect and network with one another and to provide a fun opportunity for
the children. Children will play, make a craft and eat a yummy snack. Please
advise the program in advance if there are any food allergies. PlayDay is
free and casual and you can come and go as you please. Contact the EFMP
program for more information and to RSVP, 257-7782
Exceptional Family Member Program's Respite Care
Exceptional children of Military members can now receive 40 hours a month of reimbursed child care!
Call 808-257-7782 today to learn about the Marine Corps Base Hawaii Exceptional Family Member Program's Respite Care and how your family can receive this care.
Who is an Exceptional Family Member?
An exceptional Family Member (EFM) is the DEERS enrolled family member of a military member who requires special medical or educational services based on diagnosed physical, intellectual or emotional needs.
You may be eligible for EFMP Respite Care, if you are a Marine Corps Family or Navy Family assigned to duty with Marine units with the following:
- Have children residing in the home
- Are registered with EFMP at Marine Corps Base Hawaii.
How do I apply?
Call your EFMP Office at 808-257-0290.
(Reimbursement up to a certain limit, based on specific provider's skill requirement needed.)
Click here for the Respite Care Program Log form.