What action should a PS2 take to support family readiness during deployment?

• A. Coordinate with Family Readiness, provide information, assist dependents, and connect to support resources.
• B. During deployment, provide resources directly between the service member and Family Readiness.
• C. Directly manage all family finances.
• D. Limit contact with the family to avoid distraction.

Answer: (A)

The action tested is how a PS2 actively supports families by working with the Family Readiness program and guiding dependents to available resources during a deployment. By coordinating with Family Readiness, the PS2 ensures families receive accurate, timely information about benefits, procedures, and services. The PS2 also helps dependents understand what support is available and connects them to the right resources, such as financial counseling, legal assistance, counseling services, child care options, and emergency relief. This proactive liaison keeps families informed, reduces uncertainty, and strengthens resilience while the service member is away.

Other approaches miss the point because they bypass or dilute proper channels or responsibilities. Providing resources directly between the service member and Family Readiness can sidestep official processes and create confusion about who is responsible for coordination. Directly managing all family finances goes beyond the PS2’s duties, which focus on personnel support and linking families to appropriate resources. Limiting contact with the family undermines readiness and support efforts.