From Family readiness to financial health—and much more— Army Community Service (ACS) delivers programs tailored to your needs. We help maintain community readiness and resiliency through a wide range of educational opportunities, special events, individualized counseling services, and other offerings.
We help Soldiers from their first assignments all the way to separation or retirement, as well as Families, veterans, wounded warriors, survivors, and retirees. ACS supports the entire Army community.
Army Emergency Relief (AER)
Army Emergency Relief offers emergency financial assistance to eligible recipients in the form of an interest-free loan, grant, or combination of the two. AER's Education Program is a secondary mission to help Army Families with the costs of education.
(315) 772-6560
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Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)
Army Family Action Plan is a year-round program dedicated to improving the quality of life for all members of the military community. (315) 772-2271
Army Family Team Building (AFTB)
Army Family Team Building is about readiness - for both the mission and the Family. AFTB is about adapting to Army life. We teach and train America’s Army and their Families in a wide variety of knowledge, skills and behaviors that foster readiness.
Army Volunteer Corps (AVC)
The Army Volunteer Corps seeks innovative ideas and processes to improve the quality of life at Fort Drum through the use of volunteer agencies. We offer quality volunteer work experiences in environments where volunteers are appreciated and valued.
(315) 772-2899
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
The Exceptional Family Member Program helps to provide support and the required care for Family Members with disabilities and special needs. (315) 772-5476
Financial Readiness Program (FRP)
Financial Readiness Program provides comprehensive educational and counseling related to personal money matters.
(315) 772-5196
Information & Referral (I&R)
Information and Referral is your source for an array of on- and off-post information designed to assist Soldiers, Families, civilians and retirees in meeting their basic needs and improving their quality of life. (315) 772-6799 or 1-800-826-0886
Mobilization and Deployment (Mob/Dep)
Mobilization and Deployment provides professional and timely support to active-duty, Reserve and National Guard Soldiers and their Family Members to enhance mission preparedness and self-reliance throughout the deployment cycle. (315) 772-2848
Relocation Readiness Program (RELO)
The Relocation Readiness Program is a comprehensive program designed to help Families in the relocation process, with a goal to make the permanent-change-of-station move a smooth transition. (315) 772-6566
Family Advocacy
Military life comes with unique challenges, and sometimes those challenges can put stress on relationships and Families. The Family Advocacy Program (FAP) exists to support Soldiers and Families through difficult times. Whether it’s building stronger parenting skills, learning new ways to manage stress, or finding safety from abuse, we’re here to help. (315) 772-5914
Employment Readiness Program (ERP)
The Employment Readiness Program (ERP) provides resources to support your job search. Whether you're a military spouse, retiree, or active duty member, we’re here to help you find new opportunities. (315) 772-9611