DMFS PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Education Assistance Scheme

Defence's Education Assistance Scheme offers financial support to help
minimise the disruption to education caused by posting.
Financial support available under the Education Assistance Scheme includes:
 Tutoring
 Tuition and boarding school allowance
 Tertiary accommodation
 Loss of scholarship compensation
 Reunion travel
For assistance with your application email
education.supportprograms@defence.gov.au or visit

https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/partners-
dependants/childrens-programs/education-assistance-scheme

Families with Special Needs

Moving can be a challenging process for any family, but when you have a
family member who has special needs, the complexity and stress can be even
greater.
Defence offers additional assistance to Defence families who have a resident
family member with special needs. These practical support services are
designed to make the relocation process smoother and more accommodating.
Families can also access support through the Defence Special Needs Support
Group (DSNSG). The DSNG serves as a national support network for families
with special needs, offering resources, guidance, and a community of
individuals who understand the unique challenges faced by Defence families.
For more information on assistance measures visit the Defence website.

https://www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/partners-dependants/family-
programs/families-special-needs or email

Partner Employment Assistance Program

Are you an ADF partner looking to enhance your employability?
Defence offers ADF partners $1,500 towards professional employment
services which can help you with interview skills, resume writing and more.
We also pay re-registration fees for those partners whose jobs require them to
be registered.
To find out more and to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria visit
www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families/partners-dependants/family-

programs/partner-employment-assistance-program or email
partner.employment@defence.gov.au

Defence Member and Family Helpline

For advice, support or local community information, contact our all-hours
Defence Member and Family Helpline. Run by Defence Member and Family
Support, the helpline is the best way to access the programs and services that
we offer to help Defence families manage the military way of life.
The helpline is available 24/7 and is staffed by qualified human services
professionals, including social workers and psychologists.