DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS
2000 NAVY PENTAGON
WASHINGTON, DC 20350-2000
OPNAVINST 1754.8
N17
23 Nov 2015
OPNAV INSTRUCTION 1754.8
From: Chief of Naval Operations
Subj: COMMAND FAMILY READINESS PROGRAM
Ref: (a) DoD Instruction 1342.22 of 3 July 2012
(b) OPNAVINST 1754.6
(c) SECNAVINST 1730.7D
(d) OPNAVINST 1306.2G
(e) OPNAVINST 1750.1G
(f) OPNAVINST 1754.5B
(g) OPNAVINST 1740.4D
(h) OPNAVINST 1740.3C
1. Purpose. To establish policy for standardized
implementation of Navy’s Command Family Readiness Program.
2. Background. Family readiness is a key element of overall
mission readiness and essential for families to meet the
obligations and challenges of Navy life. Family readiness
affects job satisfaction, job performance, and personnel
retention. The primary goal of the command family readiness
program is to support total force mission readiness by
establishing baseline standards for the provision of coordinated
Navywide, local and command-level support services, outreach,
and information to family members and Sailors.
3. Definition. Per reference (a), family readiness is defined
as the state of being prepared to effectively navigate the
challenges of daily living experienced in the unique context of
Military Service. Ready individuals and families are
knowledgeable about the potential challenges they may face; are
equipped with the skills to competently function in the face of
such challenges; are aware of the supportive resources available
to them; and make use of the skills and supports in managing
such challenges.
4. Scope. This instruction establishes policies applicable to
all Active Component (AC) and Reserve Component (RC) commands
for Navy family readiness support. Leaders at all levels are
