DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT
The Marine Corps is focused on providing support to Marines and their families throughout the entire deployment cycle with programs and activities designed to address specific pre, during, and post-deployment issues and challenges.
For Marines deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom, the focus is on providing services and support that help mitigate the risks of isolation and separation and provide a break from the mission such as deployed recreation activities, fitness equipment, phone centers, and field shopping outlets.
On the home front, this emphasis has resulted in the reinforcement of the roles and responsibilities of unit commanders and highlighted the importance of educating Marines and their families about the realities of deployments and the programs available to mitigate negative behaviors. The Commandant of the Marine Corps has directed an unprecedented steady-state funding plus up of $30M to modernize Marine Corps Family Readiness programs to meet current and future needs.
Beyond the Family Readiness Program improvements, we have begun obligating $100M of Global War on Terror (GWOT) funding for additional quality of life program improvements. Some of these improvements include purchasing a deployed satellite communications system, establishing a School Liaison Officer capability at every installation, and making improvements to child care availability and support, playground equipment, youth sports equipment, and fitness center equipment.
Help Our Troops Call Home!
MOTOMAIL
Family and friends of deployed Marines in Iraq can NOW send a letter to be downloaded, printed, and ready for delivery, usually within 24 hours.
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