Where can a single mom go for financial help?

PFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 02:05:51 -0500

Enlisted in October 2020 and my son was in custody of his father. His dad committed suicide Feb. 2021. I enrolled my son into DEERS, he gets Tricare coverage and I pay his grandma who watches him child support. I'm not getting BAH or any financial help for him. My unit is very unhelpful. What should I do?

Response by SPC Anugrah Chetty-Alexander made Feb 11 at 2022 11:36 AM

SPC Anugrah Chetty-Alexander — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:36:36 -0500

Hi, Shelly.
My deepest condolences to you and your family especially your son.
You can get out on parenthood. My husband and I were dual military and I was honorably discharged due to parenthood. Go to school and take care of yourself and your son.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2022 11:43 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:43:49 -0500

You will need several things. You will need a Family Care Plan. It is required by regulations for single parents. You will need to initiate a DA Form 5960 and push that up to your S1.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 11 at 2022 12:02 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:02:50 -0500

Look into AR 608-99. You are authorized to receive BAH and BAS and live in housing, whether on or off post. You are obligated to have a home for your child to live in, even if he lives with your grandma.