Would the Army cover lodging costs when I travel to be my daughter's caretaker after her surgery?

Thank you so much. I’m going regardless . I’ll just have to buckle down and save more for traveling. Thank you for your service. Have a good night.

Nadia Muraca - I had to do something like this a few years back and it took coordination between my provider and my unit. Your daughter's unit should have someone in the orderly room to assist with this. If it is relatively simple knee surgery, dont expect much in terms of funding from the Army. I realize this is your daughter and as a Mom you will be involved which is wonderful. I flew my Mother to Hawaii for three weeks when single and having eye surgery. That being said, the Army looks at what is being done and what is a reasonable need for a non-medical caretaker. A couple options is one Fisher House https://www.fisherhouse-landstuhl.org and two her unit should move her closer to the ground floor. If it is simple knee surgery, no reason on crutches she cannot go up one flight of stairs if that is all the unit can make happen. I was on crutches for three months after I fractured my leg and stairs are not fun but doable. As a parent, depending on her unit, rank, and location, how much they care can vary significantly. Should it, absolutely not. You will run into leaders that everything about them is taking care of their people and there are people that care more about their careers. Sorry if all I write is pessimistic but I am one that believes a good understanding of the Army up front does make it easier, just ask my wife:)

Where is your daughter stationed?

She is in Germany Stuttgart and it is up many flights of stairs. She will be okay and I offered to go because I’m able to get the time off work. I just want to be there for the first days. I’m so proud of her and I think her unit is extremely busy and I would be better suited to help. MAJ Byron Oyler