Resources for Defence families
Forms
Application forms for our programs of support.
Guidelines
The guidelines and eligibility criteria for applying for our programs of support.
Publications
Links to Defence publications which may be of interest to Defence families.
Downloads
Download or print any of our newsletters, booklets, handouts or resources.
Resources for order
We have a number of free products for families, which are available for order from the Defence Family Helpline on 1800 624 608.
Some of the resources available include:
- the Deployment Support booklet,
- the Commanding Officers’ booklet,
- Sapper Pat, Pepper Penguin or Tyler Turtle children’s books,
- the Digital Portfolio Builder or School Posting Passport for relocating students,
- Going Solo—Dealing with Absence in Defence Families DVD and Don’t Forget it’s Bin Night—Stepping up When Mum or Dad is Away DVD for families with children coping with a parent’s absence for Service reasons, and
- Long Tan to Afghanistan DVD, providing insights into deployment and the effect on Defence families.
- Guidance to Assist in Your Special Needs Application DVD-ROM.
For more information about the children’s resources, visit our Programs, products and resources for kids page.
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