Basic Needs

The USA Cares Basic Needs Program offers Service Members who need assistance with an unexpected car repair or higher than usual utility bill.  It is not unusual for a National Guardsman or Reservist to take a significant loss of income when being called to active duty.  Additionally, some return home from their tour and must face the daunting task of finding a new job and still have bills to pay.

For some families, an error in the pay system or delays in processing have caused them to not receive income, a situation that may not be corrected for weeks.  The Quality of Life program ensures that the basic needs of the family are met until they are able to provide for themselves.  Funding from the Quality of Life program provides assistance for critical needs such as:  utilities, auto payments, insurance, auto repair and food.  The continued ability to meet the needs of military families during temporary financial strains is critical to our mission.