Deployment Resources 

After Deployment
A resource to help Servicemembers and their loved ones through the challenges faced after a deployment.

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Army Chaplain Corps
Serve both God and country by bringing unique gifts to the Servicemembers of our nation. They can provide support to both Servicemembers and families during challenging, diverse and ever-changing challenges.

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Contact: Unit Chaplain, call your unit, full-time staff

              State Support Chaplain, 651-282-4291

              State Chaplains Office, 651-282-4287

Army Family Readiness Group
Online home of the Army FRG. Hosts individual unit's Virtual FRGs, allowing a secure environment in which information, resources and support are available to Servicemembers and their familiy members 24 hours a day.

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Blue Star Mothers
Mothers who now have, or have had, children honorably serving in the military. They are a nonprofit service organization supporting each other and their children while promoting patriotism.

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Books on Deployment

A list of readings for those going through the deployment process

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Caring Bridge

CaringBridge provides free, private websites for military families who need an easy way to connect and receive emotional support. It's a valuable service that streamlines communication between deployed soldiers and their families and friends during significant health challenges at home and much more.

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Defending the Blue Line

Ensures that children of military members are afforded every opportunity to participate in the game of hockey. DTBL accomplishes this by providing free equipment for military kids, hockey camps, special events and financial assistance for registration fees and other costs associated with hockey.

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Deployment Kids
Provide support for children with a deployed parent.

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Elder Carelink 
A provider referral service that's available to you at no cost. They do the research so individuals can focus on solving eldercare needs.

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Eldercare Locator
A public service of the United States Administration on Aging, connecting individuals to services for older adults and their families.

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Family Assistance Center
FACs are geographically dispersed throughout the state to offer resources, referrals and support to all Servicemembers and military family members.

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Guardian Angels for Soldier's Pet

Supporting our Military, veterans and their beloved pets to ensure the pets are reunited with their owners following a deployment (combat or peace-keeping mission) in the event of an unforseen emergency or other hardship impacting their ability to retain their pet's ownership rights.

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Holidays for a child during a deployment
Resource to help children celebrate holidays when a parent is deployed.

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Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans

Provides housing, employment and legal assistance to positively motivated veterans across the state of Minnesota who are homeless, in danger of homelessness or are experiencing life crisis. There are three MACV offices, located in Minneapolis, Duluth and Mankato.

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Military Family Care Initiative
Provides military families with organizations volunteering services while their Servicemember is deployed.

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Military OneSource
Education, relocation, parenting, stress - you name it - Military OneSource is here to help you with just about any need. Available by phone or online, our free service is provided by the Department of Defense for active duty, Guard, and Reserve Servicemembers and their families. The service is completely private and confidential, with few exceptions.

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Military Wives Matter

Military deployments can be very demanding for Servicemembers and their families. This organization would like you to take their confidential survey to learn more about the impact of deployment on military spouses. In doing so, you'll become eligible to win a $50 or $100 Walmart e-card. Also provides many resources for military spouses.

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Minnesota Operation: Military Kids
Provides support for military kids through Hero Packs, Mobile Technology Lab, Youth Activities, Ready Set Go Training, Kissing Hands Kits and various other programs.

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Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
The MDVA ssists Minnesota’s 410,000 veterans and their dependents to obtain the benefits and services provided by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, formerly called the Veterans Administration.
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Mother's Advocate

InJoy Birth & Parenting is committed to offering 100% free resources for parents and educators. Their website offers free PDF downloads, video clips and other information. Great site for pregnant parents and parents with newborns.

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Operation: Love ReUnited

Offers photo sessions for deploying, deployed and returning military families.

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ProJusticeMN.org

Attorneys needed to provide assistance to active duty soldiers requiring help with civil legal matters.

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Protect Our Troops

Organization whose focus is to help protect the families of those who have and are protecting the United States by negotiating with two of the top alarm providers to get a low monthly rate. In addition, they will cover the cost of the equipment and, for those who are deployed or out on orders, two months of monitoring.

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Tutor.com

Eligible military families can receive online tutoring help at no cost. Inlucudes homework, studying, test preparation, resume writing and more for K-12, college and adult students.

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