 Does a member of your family have a special need or disability? Did you know that the Navy has tools and systems in place to assist you in the care of your loved ones with special needs? The Exceptional Family Member Program, or EFMP, is a detailing tool that ensures military members are assigned to geographical regions where the special needs of their dependents can be met. This can mean anything from pinpointing specific geographic locations where care is available for your family to having the ability to homestead in a location that has both C and short assignments to maintain continuity of care. Enrollment is mandatory when a special need is identified. This enrollment will not hinder your career advancement or excuse you from serving your required C-sure rotation. Also, enrollment may give your family access to additional resources depending on the specific special need. To enroll in the program, contact your local EFMP coordinator or your medical treatment facility.