Mission:

  • Provide guidance, resources and training for Family Readiness Group members and Rear Detachment Commanders.
  • Support deploying units by providing pre-deployment information and material to soldiers and family members.
  • Provide assistance to family members, Rear Detachment commanders and Family Readiness Groups throughout the deployment cycle.

Everyday Benefits of the Team Bliss Family Covenant Card

  • 10% off at Java Café
  • 10% off at Habanero
  • 10% off at Primo’s
  • 10% off lunch services at the Centennial
  • 10% off lunch services at the Officers Club
  • 10% off oil changes through MWR Auto Crafts Center
  • 10% off all Centennial Live Concerts
  • 10% off at Tango Tower
  • 10% off at Jumping Balloon rentals
  • $10 discount on daily green fees and lessons on Wednesdays and Thursdays at the George V. Underwood Golf Complex
  • $1 off Smoothies at Stout Gym
  • $1 discount on up to 3 games on Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Fort Bliss Bowling Center
  • $2 off any large pizza at Anthony’s Pizza daily between 1400-1900
  • $5 off Learn to Frame class at Framing Bliss
  • Large Java Coffees at all shoppettes for only 89¢
  • Purchase any Exchange Select product at the Main PX and receive 50% off of any other Exchange Select product of equal or lesser value.
  • Box Office Video Two for Tuesday Movie Rental:  Rent 2 movies for the price of one of equal value or less.  Only at the Cassidy Shoppette.
  • Free small fountain drink with purchase of hot dog and chips at all shoppettes. 
  • Spend $25 or more at the Laundry Dry Cleaning or Alterations shop and receive $5.00 off any purchase of $50.00 or more at the PX (receipt required for discount)
  • 16 hours a month free hourly child care from CYS
  • CYS registration and re-registration fees waived
  • Free child care during FRG meetings
  • Waive fees for 2 sports enrollments per deployment
  • Free Story Time at Mickelsen Library every Tuesday morning
  • Free access to the Yellow Ribbon Room
  • Free daily range fees at the Rod & Gun Club
  • One free child admission with purchase of an adult admission on Sundays at the Main Post Theater.
  • Free small fries with the purchase of a small drink at Burger King daily from 1400 - 1600
  • $2.00 Off any regular priced Large Pizza from Pizza Hut
  • 8 free SKIES classes per child for Iraq/Afghanistan deployments
  • 4 free SKIES classes per child for Korea deployments
  • Free child care for mandatory deployment briefing and special openings related to GWOT
  • Free Bowling and Pizza for registered Waiting Families at the Fort Bliss Bowling Center on selected dates from 6-9 pm
  • Free Monthly Dinners for registered Waiting Families from 6 - 8 PM on selected dates

HOW TO OBTAIN A FAMILY COVENANT CARD

 

ACS

2494 Ricker Road

Fort Bliss , TX   79916

568-1132

 

 Spouses and I.D. card-holding dependents of deployed soldiers can each receive Family Covenant cards at ACS.

 

  • A Family Covenant Card roster will need to be filled out with the date, name, sponsor name, phone number and signature.
  • DEPLOYMENT ORDERS ARE NEEDED TO OBTAIN THE CARD OR A LETTER FROM THE COMMANDER WITH PROJECTED DEPLOYMENT DATES. 
  •  After filling out the roster, a card will be issued with a number and expiration date.
  • A list of where the card can be used will also be provided to each registered spouse or dependent.
  • Family Covenant Cards can be obtained up to 30 days prior to deployment dates.
  •  If your card is lost or stolen, another one will be provided.
  • For more information, please call 568-1132

 

Unit Funds

Unit Funds Attention all units: It is time to receive your Family and MWR allocations. All permanent units on post need to update their accounts by November 1.

The following will be required: DA 1687 (signature card), assumption of command orders, and a numeric alpha roster. NO INCOMPLETE PACKAGES WILL BE ACCEPTED. Items need to be turned into the unit fund advisor in Bldg. 1743, Victory Avenue. If you have any questions, call Shawnna Barrientos at 568-7506.

Team Bliss Family Covenant Card

The Team Bliss Family Covenant Card offers special discounts and entitlements to families of Soldiers deployed in support of the Global War on Terrorism. For more information on Family Covenant Card eligibility, information on how to obtain a card, and a list of everyday discounts provided to cardholders, including discounts for Child, Youth and School Services, visit www.blissmwr.com/familycovenantcard or call Army Community Service at 568-1132.

MOBILIZATION AND DEPLOYMENT PROGRAM CARE TEAM 2010 TRAINING SCHEDULE

Care Team (Evening Classes)
1800-2100

  • JANUARY 20
  • MARCH 17
  • MAY 19
  • JULY 21
  • SEPTEMBER 15
  • NOVEMBER 17

Care Team (Day Classes)
1330-1630

  • FEBRUARY 16
  • APRIL 19
  • JUNE 21
  • AUGUST 16
  • OCTOBER 18
  • DECEMBER 20

Homecoming/Reunion Training

Day Classes: Tuesdays 0930-1100

  • February 5
  • April 2
  • June 4
  • August 6
  • October 8
  • December 3

Evening Classes: Thursdays 1730-1900

  • January 27
  • March 31
  • May 19
  • July 28
  • September 29
  • November 17

The Homecoming/Reunion classes are designed to help soldiers and their family transition from deployment to reunion by maximizing the positive aspects of reunion. Preparation is the key to a smooth transition into reintegration of soldier and family.

OBJECTIVES
  • Changes in Relationships
  • Expectations
  • Intimacy
  • Readjustment
  • Coping with Stress
  • Resources for Assistance

Participants are required to call and sign up for the class; classes fill up at 100. Unit FRG registrations are welcome. Arrangements can be made for child care through CYS; the family member must make arrangements for the day/time they will be attending the class.

All classes are held at ACS, Bldg. 2494, Ricker Rd. For more information, call 568-1132.