Hours of Operation
Military & Family Readiness Center and Casualty Assistance Program:
Air Force Transition Assistance Program (TAP):
Army Community Service:
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri • 7:30 am–4:30pm
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays • Closed
Closed the 3rd Thursday of each month for staff training.
Army Transition Assistance Program:
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri • 7:30 am–5pm
Resiliency Days & Federal Holidays • Closed
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Address Information
Military & Family Readiness Center and Casualty Assistance Program:
Bldg. 4984 Zuckert Ave, JBER, AK 99506
Air Force Transition Assistance Program (TAP):
Bldg. 4986 Zuckert Ave, JBER, AK 99506
Army Community Service:
Bldg. 600 Richardson Dr. Room A-139, JBER, AK 99505
Army Transition Assistance Program:
BlBldg. 600 Richardson Dr. Room B-248, JBER, AK 99505
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Contact Information
Military & Family Readiness Center and Casualty Assistance Program:
907.552.4943
Air Force Transition Assistance Program (TAP):
907.552.4943
Army Community Service:
907.384.1517
Army Transition Assistance Program:
907.384.3501
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Readiness Programs
Supporting You Through Every Stage of Deployment
Deployments, mobilizations, extended separations, and reunions bring unique challenges for service members and their families. JBER Readiness Programs provide information, resources, education, and support to help you prepare for what comes next and stay connected throughout the process.
Whether you’re preparing to leave, supporting a loved one from home, returning from a deployment, or helping your unit and families remain ready, we’re here to help.
Pre-Deployment & Reintegration
Prepare for the mission. Stay supported during separation. Reconnect after returning home.
Deployment support is available throughout the deployment cycle for service members and their families.
Pre-Deployment
Preparing for deployment involves more than packing a bag. Pre-deployment services help service members and families understand what to expect and prepare for the personal, financial, legal, and emotional challenges that can accompany separation.
Topics and resources may include:
- Preparing for deployment and separation
- Deployment-related stress and coping strategies
- Maintaining communication and family connections
- Financial and legal readiness
- Resources available to families during deployment
- Preparing children for separation
- Planning for reunion and return
Family members are encouraged to participate in deployment education and take advantage of available support.
Mobilization, Deployment & Stability Support Operations
Soldier readiness + Family readiness = Unit readiness.
Mobilization, Deployment & Stability Support Operations helps Soldiers, Army Families, units, leaders, and volunteers prepare for and navigate the challenges associated with mobilization and deployment.
MDSSO
MDSSO provides training, resources, and support throughout the deployment cycle while helping strengthen communication and readiness within the Army community.
Support may include:
- Mobilization and deployment resources
- Deployment-cycle information and education
- Soldier and Family readiness resources
- Soldier & Family Readiness Group (SFRG) support
- Training for SFRG leaders and volunteers
- Resources for commanders and unit leadership
- Rear detachment support
- Reintegration resources
- Information and referral to additional installation services
MDSSO works with Army leadership, Soldiers, Families, and volunteers to strengthen the support network that helps keep the force ready.
Need MDSSO assistance or training?
Contact Army Community Service for information about available services, training, and resources.
Hearts Apart Events
Stay connected. Find support. Spend time with others who understand.
Military families don’t have to navigate deployment and extended separation alone.
Hearts Apart
Hearts Apart provides opportunities for families of deployed or geographically separated service members to connect with one another, build supportive relationships, access helpful resources, and enjoy activities together.
Events may include:
- Family activities and special events
- Social gatherings
- Children’s activities
- Seasonal celebrations
- Opportunities to meet other deployed families
- Deployment resources and information
- Connection with JBER helping agencies and community resources
Hearts Apart events provide a welcoming environment where families can have fun, build connections, and find support throughout periods of separation.
Want to participate in Hearts Apart?
Contact the Military & Family Readiness Center to learn about upcoming events and available deployment-family resources.
Here Through Every Stage
Military readiness includes family readiness.
From preparing for departure to supporting families at home and helping service members transition back after deployment, JBER Readiness Programs are here to help you navigate each stage.
Contact Readiness Programs to learn more about deployment services, upcoming programs, required briefings, or available family support.
SUPPORT THROUGH THE DEPLOYMENT CYCLE
We’re here to support you every step of the way.
1. PREPARE
BEFORE DEPLOYMENT
Get the information, training, and resources you need to prepare yourself and your family for what lies ahead.
2. STAY CONNECTED
DURING DEPLOYMENT
Find resources, events, and support to help you stay connected and supported throughout separation.
3. RETURN & RECONNECT
AFTER DEPLOYMENT
Transition back to family, work, and community life with resources and support for a strong reintegration.