Whether an experienced deployer or a first-timer, preparation is necessary to ensure Sailors and their families are prepared for deployments. Fleet and Family Support Centers assist Sailors and their families in understanding and coping with the demands associated with the Navy lifestyle, especially with increased frequency of deployments with the goal of improving readiness. The goal of deployment programs is to ensure the readiness and safety of each military member and to improve the quality of life of each family member, regardless of the length of their career or experiences thus far. The Fleet and Family Support Center offers a variety of deployment support programs to assist commands, Sailors and their families.