In coordinating family readiness for deployment, what key information should be maintained by the PS2 for dependents?

• A. Update personal leave records.
• B. Maintain up-to-date emergency contact information for dependents; provide resources.
• C. Provide dependents' education records.
• D. Schedule family training.

Answer: (B)

Maintaining current emergency contact information for dependents is essential in coordinating family readiness for deployment. When a service member is away, quick, accurate contact details for the right family member allow the command to notify and support loved ones promptly in emergencies, incidents, or changes in status. This also enables timely access to casualty assistance and coordination with support services, ensuring families aren’t left without necessary guidance during stressful times. Providing resources goes hand in hand with this, giving dependents clear paths to available help—such as financial readiness, counseling, childcare support, education resources, and medical information—so families know where to turn for assistance. The other tasks described are important components of broader readiness activities, but they do not address the ongoing need to keep dependents’ critical contact information current and to connect families with the appropriate supports.