The American Red Cross is the link between members of the armed forces and their families. We can assist the family in sending a message 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365-days a year.

In the event of an emergency (critical accident, illness, death or even birth of a child) a service member's family can contact their local Red Cross Chapter to send a message. The Red Cross caseworker will call to verify the situation and the relay the message to the proper military authorities.

The American Red Cross serves as a neutral third-party source. This provides the commanding officers with accurate information to assist in and/or aid in their decision-making regarding a service person's request for emergency leave.