Active Duty Service Members
Service members in full time status serving in one of eight uniformed services.
Reserve Component
Includes National Guard and Reserve members in any military status.
Service Member Resources
Life Events
As you experience life changes—military status or personal—your or your family’s TRICARE health plan options may change. If you experience any of these life changes, click below to learn more about what steps you need to take:
- Getting Married
- Having a Baby
- Getting Divorced
- Moving/PCS
- Separating from Active Duty
- Activating or Deactivating (Reserve Component)
- Retiring
Helpful Hotlines & Resources
MHS Nurse Advice Line
Call the MHS Nurse Advice Line for help 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 800-874-2273 (TRICARE), select option 1.
National Resource Directory
The NRD connects service members, veterans, family members, and caregivers to vetted resources that support their recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration or transition.
DOD Safe Helpline
The DOD Safe Helpline is secure, confidential, and anonymous. Get crisis support service if you’ve been affected by sexual assault.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
You can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for yourself or if you're worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.