Enclosure (1) to COMDTINST 5400.20A
(2) Provide information concerning policy, procedures and enrollment of the
special needs program.
(3) Use all available resources to identify Coast Guard active duty members with
special needs within the assigned AOR.
(4) Immediately report any suspicion of child and/or spouse abuse to the
appropriate Coast Guard Work-Life FAS.
(5) Maintain a resource file of relevant reference material regarding educational,
medical and psychological service/programs within the assigned AOR.
(6) Provide ongoing education, coordination, and open communication with unit
commanders concerning identified families with special needs.
(7) Coordinate or provide ongoing training to Coast Guard personnel and unit
commanders regarding family members with special needs.
(8) Complete all duties in strict compliance with Management of Family
Advocacy and Special Needs Cases, COMDTINST 1754.12 (series).
(9) Coordinate special needs assignments with the appropriate Coast Guard
Personnel Command Assignment Officer.
e. For Adoption Reimbursement:
(1) Answer inquiries concerning reimbursement of adoption expenses and
forward all requests to Commandant (G-WKW-2) for processing.
(2) Provide information to members seeking assistance in locating resources for
the adoption of a child.
f. For Scholarship Programs:
(1) Provide information regarding the Sobel Endowment Fund, CG Foundation,
Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Armed Services Award, the Navy League
Scholarships, and other scholarship opportunities available to members of the
Coast Guard and their family members.
g. For Elder Care:
(1) Provide referral, guidance, and support to employees with elder care needs.
(2) Maintain a list of care providers and reference material regarding educational,
medical and psychological services/programs within the assigned AOR.
(3) Immediately report any suspicion of elder abuse to the appropriate Work-Life
FAS.
h. Perform other duties as assigned by the Work-Life Supervisor.
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