Military Services

Military Service Branches
Coast Guard Army Navy Air Force Marines

Stay in touch with loved ones.

No one ever said being in the military would be easy for you or your family. Military life, in fact, often creates unforeseen hardships. The American Red Cross Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES) helps military members and their families cope with separation and other needs related to being in service.

...We'll be there.

The Red Cross has been involved in helping the members of the military since 1889. Our Red Cross network operates worldwide 365 days a year. We can help your family send messages regarding the death or illness of a family member, birth of a child, or other family emergencies.

Services we provide :

  • Get verification of emergency leave information
  • Emergency financial assistance
  • Obtain help getting counseling, referrals, and other social needs
  • Receive veterans services to which you are entitled
  • Find disaster assistance, health and safety education

  •