Army Programs

Question 1

ACE

Answer 1

Ask
Care
Escort

Assist soldiers in identifying and helping others who may be at risk of harm

Suicide, substance abuse or emotional distress

Question 2

ASAP

Answer 2

Army substance abuse program

Designated to deter substance abuse, promote readiness and support rehabilitation through prevention, education, testing, and treatment.

ASAP participation is mandatory for all Soldiers who are command referred. Failure to attend a mandatory counseling
session may constitute a violation of Article 86 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

AR 600-85

Question 3

BOSS

Answer 3

Better opportunities for single soldiers
Enhance the morale and welfare of single soldiers, increase retention and sustain combat readiness

Question 4

AER

Answer 4

Army Emergency Relief
Provides financial assistance to soldiers and their families for valid emergencie, such as travel, rent and utilities.

Provides financial assistance by either a loan without interest, a grant or a combination of both

Question 5

AFAP

Answer 5

Army Family Action Plan
Allows soldiers, family members, retirees and civilians to submit issues and recommendations to improve army quality of life.

Question 6

Red Cross

Answer 6

The Army Red Cross
Provides emergency communications between soldiers and their families, supports financial assistance with AER, and assists during disasters of family emergencies.

Question 7

How is AER funded?

Answer 7

Through Voluntary Contributions from Soldiers (tax free), through unsolicited contributions, repayments of loans, and
income from investments.

Question 8

ACS

Answer 8

Army Community Service

Facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support
readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families.