Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS)

Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) are part of the Department of Defence and support ADF personnel and their families to successfully prepare for and respond to military life. 

DMFS provide services to assist families with challenges they may encounter as a result of the military lifestyle. This includes supporting families to navigate member absence and posting cycles, along with targeted services to assist with employability, childcare, children’s education, crisis situations, family wellbeing and special needs. 

Call us anytime on 1800 624 608.

Email us at: MemberAndFamilyHelpline@defence.gov.au.

Visit our website at www.defence.gov.au/adf-members-families.

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