Resources

When embarking on the road to recovery, it is difficult to know what you may need months or years from now. Many resources are available to Marines and families as well as veterans and their families.

Benefit	Related Links
Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES) Summary of the Integrated Disability Evaluation System	The Departments of Defense (DoD) and Veterans Affairs (VA) worked together to make disability evaluation seamless, simple, fast and fair with the Integrated Disability Evaluation System (IDES). USMC overview of IDES Learn more about the IDES process, phases, and timeline from this Pocket Guide
Counseling Available counseling for Marines and family members	Community Counseling Program (CCP) equips Marines and families with the skills to address life’s challenges before there is significant impact to performance in their duties and relationships. MCCS family advocacy support Military & Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) are experienced behavioral health professionals who work with Marines and their families to address deployment, return and reunion issues as well as other stressors that impact a Marine’s daily life. Family violence - Recognize the warning signs. Know how to report. Understand what resources are available. Don't let stress get the best of you. Use these resources to learn how to manage those things life throws at you. Suicide Prevention: Marines, Sailors, and their families may access help directly through Community Counseling Center. 24 Hour Victim Advocacy Helpline 703-350-1688 For more information on the reporting options and support services available to military service members and spouses, please contact a Victim Advocate. Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline Virginia - 1-800-552-7096/Out-of-State - 804-786-8536
Child Care Child care services and counseling for families of RSMs.	Locate Military Child Care in your neighborhood Browse all Military OneSource child care and youth programs Find out what resources are available for parents: Childecare Aware
Retirement Benefits Locations for veterans, service members, and families to research, find, and access their benefits.	Find a TRICARE plan:programs and benefits available if you were injured on active duty. Transition assistance program VA eBenefits allows you to apply, manage benefits, and manage health records Learn more about separating from the military Reentering the work force
Parenting Helps parents develop skills to provide a nurturing environment	Learn more about the New Parent Support Program Online parenting resources MCCS new parent support
Casualty Assistance and Surviving Loss Compensation and survivor benefits	Casualty Assistance Overview Through the Casualty Assistance Program, the Department of Defenseensures that military families have support in their time of need and that they understand all of the benefits and other forms of assistance available to them.

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Peer 2 Peer Forums

Find out more about Personalized Experiences, Engagements, and Resources (PEER) forum dates.
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CREDO

Learn about the Chaplain Religious Enrichment Development Operation(CREDO). CREDO strives to strengthen spiritual well-being and individual resilience through workshops and retreats for service members, civilians, and families. Learn more at MCCS Quantico about specific services.

FOCUS

Find out more about Families OverComing Under Stress (FOCUS) and resiliency training to military children and families. Learn more at https://www.focusproject.org/.