MMilitary Families Outreach

Family Service of Morris County (FSMC) was founded in 1813 to help widows and children suffering from the impact of the War of 1812.  Nearly 200 years later, FSMC is again building on its roots with the launch of an innovative program to meet the needs of today’s military families.

The Military Families Outreach Program assesses the unique needs of Morris County military personnel and their families before, during and after deployment and to provide a coordinated network of social and economic resources.  The need for coordinated community support of health and human services is underscored by the ongoing deployments affecting all branches of military services. 

A Case Manager from FSMC will explain the services available to families that elect to participate, and then work with the family to proactively address issues, often before a crisis occurs. Services may be provided in the home upon request.  Family challenges may include:

• Stress, anxiety, depression and marital issues
• Increased use of alcohol, drugs and overeating
• Parenting issues and children’s adjustment
• Drop in salary and financial pressures
• Combat trauma, which increases suicide risk and post–traumatic stress
• Increased domestic violence
• Problems re-entering family life and the work force

Services are provided by Family Service of Morris County, with assistance from a Military Families Advisory Committee consisting of representatives from the Morris County Chamber of Commerce, NJ National Guard Family Programs, the Picatinny Arsenal, and CLA Veterans Services.

For more information on the Military Families Outreach Program, please contact Tammy Rosenthal at 973-538-5260 or trosenthal@fsmc.org

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To Download forms for:

   Being a participating agency

   Family consent

WE ARE TRULY PRIVILEGED TO WORK WITH THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN SO MUCH FOR OUR COUNTRY!