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When a disaster or emergency affects the military community, MD&SSO helps coordinate support and recovery services.
 

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Emergency Family Assistance

Support may be provided through:

  • Emergency assistance centers

  • Accountability and needs-assessment systems

  • Referrals to recovery services

These services help families report their status, identify needs, and receive assistance quickly.
 

Evacuation & Repatriation Support

MD&SSO may also assist during evacuations or repatriation efforts for families affected by emergencies overseas.

Contact ACS for emergency assistance or guidance.

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Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC)

  • EFAC Primary Location
    • Army Community Service: 830 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade, MD 20755

  • EFAC Alternate Location

    • McGill Training Center: 8452 Zimborski Ave., Fort Meade, MD 20755

  • EFAC Emergency Number

    • 1(866)454-9414

    • Please Note: This hotline is only activated during emergency operations upon authorization by the Garrison Commander. For non-emergency inquiries call ACS at +1(301)677-4110.

The EFAC emergency number directs you to the EFAC call center. The call center can assist with general information requests, referrals to resources and updates regarding the emergency.

What is EFAC?

Operated by Army Community Service (ACS), the Fort George G Meade Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) is a centralized, command-directed support center activated during emergencies such as natural disasters, evacuations, mass casualty events, and deployments to provide coordinated assistance and essential services to military families and civilians.

EFAC Eligible Customers:

  • Active Duty Service members and Family members
  • Army Reserve and National Guard and Families
  • Retirees and Family members
  • DOD Civilians, APF, NAF and Family members

Helpful Links to Preparedness Resources

Download EFAC printable flyer (PDF)

 

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