As part of Headquarters effort to build effective family readiness systems, Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina provides family centered culturally competent military community-based system of family support services that are comprehensive and coordinated.

Family readiness is defined as families who are prepared and equipped with the skills and tools to successfully meet the challenges of the military lifestyle.

Family readiness directly affects the fundamental purpose of the Marine Corps to make Marines and win battles by building commitment and raising morale, thereby increasing unit readiness.