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ACS
Army Study Guide
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Professional
07/04/2008

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Term
What Does ACS stand for?
Definition
Army Community Service
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What does the ACS symbol represent?
Definition

The heart= giving

 The cross= help

The gyroscope= stability

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What is the ACS mission statement?
Definition
Facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support readiness of soldiers, civilian employees and their families.
Maximize technology and resources, adapt to unique installation requirements, eliminate duplication in service delivery, and measure service effectiveness.
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What Army regulation covers ACS?
Definition
AR 608-1
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How is ACS staffed for the most part?
Definition
By volunteers
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What is the motto of the ACS?
Definition
Self-help, service and stability.
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Who qualifies for ACS
Definition
In the United States, the following personnel are eligible for ACS assistance:

All active duty and retired military personnel and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services.
Members of the Army National Guard and U.S. Army Reserve when on active duty and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services.
Army appropriated fund (APF) and nonappropriated fund (NAF) employees and their family members, if otherwise eligible for services.
Family members of prisoners of war or personnel missing in action, if otherwise eligible for services.
Surviving family members of military personnel who died while on active duty, if otherwise eligible for services.
In overseas commands, the Commander will determine eligibility according to international treatise and agreements.
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What can you do to help out ACS?
Definition
Donate Staple foodstuff to the food lockers, useable household goods, and volunteer your time.
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