The Army Family Covenant

We recognize the strength of our Soldiers comes from the strength of their Families.

We are committed to providing Soldiers and Families a Quality of Life that is commensurate with their service.

We are committed to providing our Families a strong, supportive environment where they can thrive.

We are committed to building a partnership with Army families that enhances their strength and resilience.

We are committed to improving Family readiness by:

• Standardizing and funding existing Family programs and services
• Increasing accessibility and quality of healthcare
• Improving Soldier and Family housing
• Ensuring excellence in schools, youth services, and child care
• Expanding education and employment opportunities for Family members

The Army Community Covenant

Supporting Those Who Serve

Together, we are committed to building strong communities.

We, the Community, recognize:

• The commitment Soldiers and Families are making every day.
• The strength of Soldiers comes from the strength of their Families.
• The strength of Families is supported by the strength of the Community.
• The strength of the Community comes from the support of Employers, Educators, Civic and Business Leaders and its Citizens.

  We, the Community, are committed to:

• Building partnerships that support the strength, resilience and readiness of Soldiers and their Families.
• Assisting in the implementation of the Army Family Covenant.

News:

Covenant creates CYS partnerships in community

Covenant funds Fort Bliss ACS programs

President Bush Announces Shorter Deployments

SMA to Congress: Army Improving Quality of Life

President Addresses Military Families; Army Programs Focus on Family Care Improvements

Army Leaders Sign Covenant with Families:

Army Chief of Staff - Gen. George W. Casey Jr. and his wife, Sheila, discuss impact of new Family support initiatives in Hawaii.

Army Extends Family Readiness Support Assistants to Battalions

Army Leadership to Families: "We Hear You Loud and Clear"

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