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

Nadia Muraca — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 03:05:34 -0400

My daughter is in the Army and is having surgery on her knee. She is stationed in Germany and Im going to go there to help her after surgery until she can be up and walking. I will be staying on base and I was curious if the army helps with lodging costs since I will be her caretaker. Her barracks is up 5 flights of stairs which would be tough immediately following knee surgery. I have taken it upon myself to offer to go and her command gave us the okay.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 11 at 2021 3:32 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 03:32:45 -0400

The Army doesn't cover the cost for you to fly or for lodging, in general. However, the unit can choose to pay for you as part of medical TDY, if the unit chooses to fund the travel and lodging. If the unit is not willing or able to pay you might also be able to stay at the local Fisher House. The Fisher House is a house located close to major Army hospitals that provides free lodging to family members who have hospitalized service members

Response by SMSgt Bob W. made Jul 11 at 2021 2:58 PM

SMSgt Bob W. — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 14:58:49 -0400

Best to your daughter and may she have a quick recovery. After a rehab session, the five flights of stairs may be the easiest part of the day [Ha! Ha!] Be sure to enjoy Germany.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 11 at 2021 4:13 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 11 Jul 2021 16:13:47 -0400

You can try to stay at the Fischer House. They may have one near by. It is for cases like this where family can stay with a service member while they heal. I don't know if may help but there is a chance.

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