The Guard is mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, husbands, wives, employers, friends, neighbors - entire communities.

This "Guard Family" has answered the call of a nation and its people. The next time someone mentions the Guard,

remember it's more than the people in uniform who make sacrifices.

The 110th Wing Airman and Family Readiness Program provides education, support, and resources that promote individual and family readiness. We work with local and state support agencies. Together we ensure that our members and their families have resources to support success in the Michigan Air National Guard.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS: Child and youth opportunities are sponsored by the National Guard Bureau, Michigan National Guard, and 4H through funding, grants and donations from the Department of Defense and the Association for Families.  For information on child and youth camps and summits contact the A&FRC or the MING Family Programs Child and Youth Coordinator at 517-481-9894.

EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE: The A&FRC works with the H2H coordinator, MI Works and other programs to provide service members and their family members with assistance in the job hunt, preparing a job application/resume and preparing for interviews.

Appointments Only Tues-Fri, for scheduling please visit: ID Card Office Online (osd.mil)

RSD Weekend hours: Sat/Sun 0830-1200, appts available for Active Military Sponsors only, priority to 110 WG members. Please call 269-969-3216.

IMPORTANT: Personnel must be eligible for military installation access in DBIDS upon arrival, current (non-expired) military ID or family member/Sponsor with active ID in vehicle are required.

Recipients without appropriate base access have two options.  Locate another DEERS/RAPIDS Facility online or complete a Base Access Request at least 5 days in advance of their appointment by completing this form: Base Access form and e-mailing to  110msg.fss.deers@us.af.mil

Subject: Base Access//ID Appt: 23 JAN 23//Smith, John

Confirmation of access will be e-mailed back upon approval, print and be ready to provide access document.

Base Access form instructions (Complete Section I  and scan driver’s license in block 12) Example: (Link to Base Access Form Walkthrough)

Online Renewals USID

Online Renewals are now available for family members of select military sponsors with Common Access Cards. No in-person appointment required.

Please visit Online Uniformed Service Identification Card Renewal Pilot (cac.mil) for instructions on how to renew online. Cards will be mailed to address on file w/ DEERS.

Unique Dependent Eligibility:

O    FIRST TIME DEPENDENT CARD HOLDERS TURNING 14 YEARS OLD OR OLDER

O    THOSE DEPENDENTS TURNING 21 AND ARE A FULL-TIME COLLEGE STUDENT OR 100% DEPENDENT ON SERVICE MEMBER

O    THOSE DEPENDENT TURNING 23 AND ARE A COLLEGE STUDENT OR PURCHASE THEIR OWN TRICARE.

Information regarding Eligibility and required documentation please visit WWW.CAC.MIL or DOD DEERS BENEFICIARY HELPDESK 800-538-9552

Address updates in DEERS can be made with CAC Login or DS Self Service Login through: HTTPS://MILCONNECT.DMDC.OSD.MIL/MILCONNECT/ MILCONNECT PORTAL

EVENTS:  Annual and special events are open to family members throughout the year.  Our goal is to promote a sense of community and unit affiliation so that during times of mobilization and deployment our Air Guard families are ready and familiar with base support systems. For information on Family Day, child and youth events and camps, and other base events contact the A&FRC.

FAMILY ASSISTANCE:  Guard families are self-sufficient and resilient, but when help is needed, we're here to assist. We have many helping resources. Call us at 269-969-3493.

FINANCIAL COUNSELING SERVICES: The A&FRC can assist with budget and debt counseling concerns. Members who are requesting financial assistance should work through the A&FRC to find the resources and programs to fit your specific needs.

READINESS AND RESILIENCE PROGRAMS:  Guard members and their families are always ready for deployments.  The A&FRC has resources to assist with your family care plan and other concerns about deployment.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:   Moving to Michigan?  We can help.  If you would like to request a sponsor, send us a message at: usaf.mi.110-atkw.list.fal-fss-fsf-amn-and-fam-readiness@mail.mil

RESOURCES: We also provide information and referral services that support the readiness of members and family members. Resources are continually updated to ensure relevancy to members on programs and services available to them.

TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:  For information on the Air National Guard's VOW (Veteran's Opportunity to Work Act) Transition Assistance Program go to https://www.dodtap.mil/
To register for a class, contact us at the A&FRC  269-969-3493.

YELLOW RIBBON REINTEGRATION:  When our members deploy due to activation and/or mobilization, we offer Yellow Ribbon and Transition Assistance Programs before, during and after deployment to ensure our veteran's and families are aware of all their benefits.   For information on the Yellow Ribbon Program call: Office:  269-969-3400 x7120 or email douglas.j.henry4.ctr@mail.mil

On Base Resources

Chaplain: 24/7 Call Command Post at 269.969.3444
or office 969-3371 during drill

Legal Assistance (Powers of Attorney, Wills, Service Member Civil Relief Act, and more):  269.969.3232

Other Resources Links:

State wide Family Assistance Specialists (all branches and veterans) : http://fp.minationalguard.com/fac/

Base Events: Or Change to Military One Source http://fp.minationalguard.com/fac/

Child and Youth: http://fp.minationalguard.com/child-and-youth-programs/

Transition Assistance: https://www.dodtap.mil/

MVAA: http://www.michiganveterans.com/

Survivor outreach services: http://fp.minationalguard.com/survivor-outreach/