DA Form 5888-1. Screening of Family Members in Remote Oconus Areas

DA Form 5888-1, titled Screening of Family Members in Remote OCONUS Areas, is used within the Department of the Army to assess the suitability and support requirements of family members accompanying military personnel to remote overseas areas.

The form includes sections where details about the family member's medical, educational, and support needs are recorded. It requires the signature of the military sponsor and may include sections for providing medical documentation and supporting information.

Important fields in this form encompass family member details, medical and educational considerations, and the military sponsor's signature. Accurate completion of the form is crucial for evaluating the readiness and support requirements of family members accompanying military personnel to remote overseas locations.

Application Example: A military service member is assigned to a remote overseas area, and their spouse and children plan to accompany them. The service member completes DA Form 5888-1 to provide information about the family's medical conditions, educational needs, and necessary support services. The form helps ensure that the family's requirements are addressed during the overseas assignment.

No additional documents are typically required when completing this form.

Related Form: DD Form 2792 - Family Member Medical Summary. This form is used to provide detailed medical information about family members to support deployment planning and the Exceptional Family Member Program.