Army Benefits for Children
The Army provides important benefits for its enlisted members' children. These benefits are not easily available or affordable in the civilian sector.
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Time Frame
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Children will receive benefits until the age of 21, or up to 23 if a child is attending school full time.
Health Care
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All medical care is provided through the Tricare health plan (see Resources). Children with special needs are provided additional assistance from the Exceptional Family Member Program.
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Dental
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Tricare offers complete dental insurance for dependents (see Resources).
Education
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Dependents can qualify for in-state fees at participating colleges, thus reducing tuition fees. Dependents can also use Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges to earn a degree (see Resources).
Other Benefits
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Dependents can use military installation privileges by shopping the Commissary, Post Exchange and using MWR services, such as the bowling center, library, youth centers, education center and craft facilities.
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