Oct nov14 life you

Quality personal and Family life skills education for the military community.
Fall Into A Healthy Relationship...
By: Ms. Diane Neilson, Victim Advocate, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Army Community Service,
Family Advocacy Program
Fall Into A Healthy
Relationship...
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 Parenting
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 Home, Health &
Marriage Enrichment
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 Personal Growth and Volunteerism
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 Military Family Team Building
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 Veteran, Retirement & Transition Assistance
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 Financial Readiness
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 Employment Readiness
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 Deployment & FRG
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 Support Groups
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 Exceptional Family Member Program
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 Relocation Readiness
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 Ready & Resilient
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Volume 14, Issue 7
Inside this issue:
All classes require
registration unless
otherwise indicated.
Registration information is included with each class
Description. Most classes are open to all Service members, their Family members, and DoD civilians.
All classes subject to change.
For general or disabled access, more information, and registration, please contact the individual program number listed with the class ad.
To advertise your program, event or class in this bulletin, contact:
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
Family Advocacy Program
703-696-3512
October / November
2014
LIFE
YOUniversity
I want to bring your awareness to a topic that we are all affected by- RELATIONSHIPS.
As the days get shorter and the temperature gets colder, we tend to spend more time inside our homes with our families watching football, planning for holiday vacations, and avoiding the inevitable winter weight gain! More so, it means that we spend more time with the people that we live with and evaluating the relationships that mean so much to us.
I encourage you to think about how you would describe your relationships.
The military encourages healthy relationships, but my perceptions of a healthy relationship may differ from yours. For example, for me to be in a healthy relationship, it means that I am with someone that complements my interests, acknowledges my strengths, and accepts my weaknesses. I want to become my best self as a result of being in a relationship with that other individual. Being with someone that is controlling, posses- sive, and insulting, would be considered an abusive relationship.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and is nationally recognized by the purple ribbon. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is about celebrating the healthy relationships among our family and friends. More importantly, though, it is about preventing anyone from experiencing shame, guilt, or distrust as a result of being in a relationship.
Questions to consider as a sign of a healthy relationship:
1. Do I feel empowered by my partner?
2. Does my partner listen to me and acknowledge my suggestions?
3. Do I feel proud to be with my partner in private and in public?
4. Do we share responsibilities in our relationship?
5. Do I feel good about myself with or without my partner present?
If you find yourself answering “Yes, except…”, “Yes, but…”, or “No” then I encourage you to reach out to your local Family Advocacy Program to find out what services are available to you so that you can confidently answer “Yes” to all of these questions.
1 in 3 women and 1 in 7 men are victims to domestic violence throughout their lifetime, and an even greater number have interacted with a victim- whether it is a family member, friend, or neighbor. Domestic violence is a community problem that happens behind closed doors and kept private. This October, join us in opening our doors to demonstrate trust, support, and transparency to the victims in our community and demonstrate what it means to be in a healthy relationship.
Healthy relationships are for everyone. Domestic Violence Awareness is for everyone. Everyone is entitled to safety and self-confidence.

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Life YOUniversity October/November 2014
All Classes/Events Subject to Change
PARENTING
Play Morning
Date(s): Every Tuesday, except October 21, 2014 and November 11, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Ms. Shadae Stringfield
For information and to register, call (703) 805-2693.
This program allows parents and their children (up to age 5) to come together each week to play in a group setting.
Baby Bundles
Date(s): October 2, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service,
Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Ms. Heather Larson
For information, call (703) 805-2781.
This class is for expectant parents to learn about postpartum expectations, infant care, and how to manage a family budget when a new baby arrives. Registra- tion required.
Becoming a Love and Logic Parent
Date(s): October 3, 10, & 24, 2014—3 PART SERIES
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:30 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200,
9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Ms. Scottie Hampton
Developed by the Love and Logic Institute, this three week series will provide parents with practical tools and techniques to help adults achieve respectful, healthy relationships with children and help them prepare their children for the real world. Limited childcare available. Registration required.
28 Week Prenatal Class
Date(s): October 7 & 28, 2014 and November 4 & 24, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Women’s Health Clinic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
Instructor: Ms. Janie Lott
For information, and to pre-register call (571) 231-3442/3446.
Are you 28 weeks pregnant? What happens now? This class covers fetal kick counts, preterm labor precautions, birth plans and more. Includes a tour of the 5th floor. Registration required.
36 Week Prenatal Class
Date(s): October 9, 16 & 30, 2014 and November 6 & 13, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Women’s Health Clinic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
Instructor: Ms. Janie Lott
For information, and to pre-register call (571) 231-3442/3446.
It’s almost time for your new arrival! Are you packed? Come learn about true vs. false labor, coaches roles, postpartum care, and newborn characteristics. Includes a tour of the 5th floor. Registration required.
Children Who Witness
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:30 PM
Instructor: Ms. Lindsay Seals and Ms. Diane Neilson
This workshop, courtesy of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, will demonstrate how to effectively communicate with and support children through stressful family situations. Refreshments will be provided.
Dads 101
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Heather Larson
This class is for new or expectant dads. Learn about infant care and discuss the joys and trials of becoming an active father. Registration required.
“It’s Not Love”
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:30 PM
Instructor: Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
For information or to register, call (703) 805-4590.
This interactive and dynamic workshop proves to be enjoyable and thought provoking for both teens and parents. Dinner will be served and limited childcare will be provided.
TransParenting®
Time: 1:00 PM– 5:00 PM
Whatever stage of separation or divorce you may be in, the TransParenting® seminar will offer you tools and information to help you move your family through this period of significant change. This is a four hour seminar for parents experiencing a separation or divorce to gain critical information to assist them in co-parenting children in a healthy way. Registration required.
ScreamFree Parenting Workshop
Date(s): November 4, 18, & 25, 2014 and December 2, 2014—4 PART SERIES
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:30 PM
For information, call (703) 805-2693/2631.
ScreamFree Parenting is a “revolutionary approach” to raising your kids by keeping your cool. You will have the opportunity to learn how to relate to your children in a calm, cool and connected way. Parents are compelled to focus on their own behavior for the benefit of their children. Limited childcare available (20 slots). Pre-registration is required.
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
FREE USO Farmer’s Market
1st Wednesday of the month at noon
6099 Abbott Road, Bldg. 2115
(703) 805-2464
Bring your shopping bag and enjoy free food

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Life YOUniversity October/November2014
PARENTING (CONTINUED)
Infant Massage
Date(s): November 6, 13, & 20, 2014— 3 PART SERIES
Time: 1:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Location: Army Community
Service, Bldg. 200,
Instructor: Ms. Sonja Foots
Infant massage promotes bonding and teaches parents ways to calm and soothe their baby. Registration required.
Darkness to Light
Date(s): November 25, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Scottie Hampton and Ms. Heather Larson
Become stewards for our children by learning ways to protect children from sexual abuse. Open to parents, caregivers and professionals. Limited childcare available. Registration required.
Common Sense Parenting: Parents as Teachers
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, 2212 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Tamica Barnum
For information, call (301) 677-9014/17/18.
Children are not born with manuals, so getting all the help you can to assist you in training them to be productive men and women in society is important. Come and share some of your insight and get more tools. Registration required.
Common Sense Parenting: Handling Emotionally Intense Situations
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Instructor: Ms. Tamica Barnum
Children are not born with manuals, so getting all the help you can to assist you in training them to be productive men and women in society is important.
Registration required
The DC Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Nutrition
Program (Mobile Unit)
Date(s): First (1st) and Second (2nd) Tuesday of each month
Time: 9:00 AM.—3:00 PM
Location: BX & Commissary Parking Lot, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
POC: District of Columbia WIC Program Staff
To make an appointment for the Mobile Unit at JBAB, please call (202) 865-4942.
WIC provides food high in iron, protein, calcium, vitamin C and other nutrients. Pregnant, new mothers who are bottle feeding or breast feeding, infants or child less than 5 years of age who are District residents may be eligible.
Tots, Tumble & Talk Playgroup
Date(s): Every Tuesday and Thursday
Time: 9:45 AM—11:15 AM
Location: Youth Center, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
POC: Military & Family Support Center Staff
Parenting information, including potty training, discipline tips, and ScreamFree parenting info. This group promotes positive interaction between parents and children.
ScreamFree Parenting
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg. 72, Joint Base Anacostia- Bolling
ScreamFree Parenting is not just about lowering your voice. It’s about learning to calm your emotional reactions and learning to focus on your own behavior more than your kids’ behavior . . . for their benefit.
Potty Training
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Let's get your 2-3 year old out of diapers and on the potty! Come learn some helpful tips to make potty training more successful for parents and toddlers.
New Parents of Infants
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
This class will discuss the basics of child rearing infants 0-12 months of age. Participants will explore definitions, expectations, and opinions revolving around parenting while reviewing developmental stages of infancy, baby necessities, and necessary household safety precautions.
Making Rules and Following Them
Time: 2:00 PM– 3: 00 PM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg. 72,
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Rules are very important in a household. Learn how to create the home environment you desire by successfully implementing rules through using different techniques such as family meetings and involving your children in the rule making process.
Fort Meade, Maryland
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC

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Two Homes, One Family
Time: 1:00 PM– 2: 00 PM
Rules are very important in a household. Learn how to create the home environment you desire by successfully implementing rules through using different techniques such as family meetings and involving your children in the rule making process.
1-2-3 Magic (Effective Discipline for Children 2-12)
Date(s): October 7, 14, & 21, 2014—3 PART SERIES
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: 1191 Menoher Drive, Family Advocacy Program office,
Joint Base Andrews
Instructor: LT Francis Ugoh
To register, call (240) 857-9680.
Provides practical tools and techniques to help parents achieve respectful, healthy relationships with their children.
Dads 101
Time: 8:30 AM– 4:30 PM
Location: 1191 Menoher Drive, Family Advocacy Program office,
Joint Base Andrews
Instructor: Taught by Dads
To register, call (240) 857-9680/7501.
This class taught by dads, for dads, to include topics on pregnancy, coaching during childbirth, and fatherhood. All ranks and branches are welcome!
Play Morning
Date(s): Every Wednesday in October
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: Virginia Highland Park- Playground #1, 1600 S. Hayes Street, Ar- lington, VA 22202
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Hirsch and Ms. Mary Cargill
Join us while enhancing your child’s social and cognitive skills while supporting each other through sharing ideas, parenting experiences, concerns and information.
Fall Fiesta on the Farm!
(Rain Date: October 1, 2014)
Time: 9:30 PM– 12:30 PM
Location: Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, VA 20171
Instructor: Ms. Mary Cargill and Ms. Pamela Hirsch
For information and to register, call (703) 696-3512/6368.
Join the JBM-HH New Parent Support Program for a morning of fun at Frying Pan Park- Kidwell Farm! Families will be able to ride the carousel and enjoy the petting zoo. Parents and children ages 0-5 are welcome. Limited transportation provided. Registration requested.
Baby Bundles
Time: 12:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service Classroom, Bldg. 201, Fort Myer
Instructor: Ms. Mary Cargill and Ms. Pamela Hirsch
For information and to register, call (703) 696-3512/6368.
Prepare your home and relationship for the changes that are needed when your baby arrives. A brief overview of the labor and delivery process, newborn care, and baby proofing your home will be discussed. Individuals will receive a bag of free baby care and safety items. Pre-registration required.
TransParenting ®
Time: 12:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Family Advocacy Program staff
This seminar provides parents who may be experiencing separation and/
or divorce with the tools to ensure that they are able to continue supporting their children despite the breakup of the Family unit. You must attend both sessions to receive a certificate of completion.
Baby Stages: Guide to Development Milestones for Infants & Toddlers
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Hirsch and Ms. Mary Cargill
Learn about your child’s developmental milestones and discuss activities that you can do to help improve your social, gross motor, and cognitive development.
Triple P! The Power of Positive Parenting Workshop
Date(s): Open Availability
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: Call to schedule a seminar for your Unit or Spouses’ Group!
Instructor: Ms. Kati Groseclose
The Triple P program is an evidence- based parenting curriculum that assists parents with learning how to use positive parenting techniques to promote their children’s health and well-being. This workshop covers the five core principles of positive parenting: having a safe and interesting environment, having a positive learning environment, using assertive discipline; having realistic expectations, and taking care of yourself as a parents! Please pre-register as space is limited.
Lil Patriots Playgroup
Date(s): Every Wednesday in October & November
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: USO at Indian Head Naval Base
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters and Ms. Amaris Brown; hosted by USO abroad Indian Head Naval Base
An interactive playgroup where children learn age appropriate activities
designed to improve their social, cognitive and motor skills. Parents can
learn new activities and practice positive interaction with their children.
Joint Base Andrews, Maryland
JBM-HH Fort Myer, Virginia
JBM-HH Henderson Hall, Virginia

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1-2-3 Magic
Date(s): October 27, 2014 and November 17, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room,
Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters and Ms. Amaris Brown
This program explores consistent and effective age-appropriate discipline techniques. This workshop is designed for parents of children ages 2-12.
Baby Boot Camp
Date(s): October 24, 2014 & November 14, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM—2:30 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room, Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters and Ms. Amaris Brown
An all day workshop on the basics of newborn care. Expectant parents will learn diapering, bathing, how to soothe a crying infant, when to call the doctor, safe sleeping practices, all about immunizations and how to enjoy becoming a parent.
Cooperative Parenting & Divorce
Time: 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters & Ms. Amaris Brown
Explore ways to reduce conflict between parents as their roles shift from
married couple to co-parents. Participants will learn the impact of parental
conflict on their child’s development and how to control impulses.
Toddler Time
Date(s): October 14 & 28, 2014 and November 25, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM—11:00 AM
Location: TBD
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil
For more information, call (703) 784-4248.
Interactive playgroup for children ages 1-3 and their parents. Enjoy meeting other parents; playground is covered and offers sun protection.
Baby and Me
Time: 1:00 PM—2:30 PM
Location: Co-Op Room, Semper Fit, 2073 Barnett Avenue, MCB Quantico
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil
Network with other parents with newborns and infants. Learn about infant stimu- lation, infant massage, infant sign language, and music. Space is limited.
Registration required.
Baby Boot Camp
Date(s): October 17, 2014 and November 1, 2014 (Saturday class)
Time: 8:00 AM– 3:30 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB Quantico
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil and Ms. Patricia Burkes
Learn about the first few months of your baby’s life and the fulfillment of being a parent. Learn ways to communicate with your baby, how to calm a fussy baby, and when to call the doctor. This class is for both expectant moms and dads! Registration required.
Understanding Pregnancy
Date(s): November 7 &21, 2014- 2 PART SERIES
Time: 8:30 AM– 12:30 PM
Location: TBD
POC: Ms. Marcy Griffo and Ms. Glenda Mitchell
For more information, call (703)-784-4248.
Learn how to take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy. In class #1, the focus is on breastfeeding. Class #2 focuses on labor preparation, including relaxation and breathing. Come to one or both classes. Both classes are for expectant moms and dads! Registration required.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: McHugh Woods Community Center, 18005 Kutts Ave,
MCB Quantico
POC: Ms. Marcy Griffo and Ms. Glenda Mitchell
For more information, call (703)-784-4248.
A mother-to-mother support with professionally trained breastfeeding educators.
Cooperative Parenting and Divorce
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Location: Little Hall, Classroom 2, 2034 Barnett Avenue, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Teshia Hackler and Ms. Kristiana Poole
If you have made the decision to end a relationship or marriage but share a child this workshop will help you understand how to build a healthy co-parenting relationship that will benefit your child(ren) for years to come. We will discuss the grieving process of losing relationships; ages and stages of development of children and what children need to hear/don’t need to hear at various stages. Our discussion is child focused. This workshop is free but pre-registration is required. A certificate will be provided that may be valid in Virginia and other courts.
ScreamFree Parenting
Time: 3:00 PM– 5:00 PM
Location: CDC South Training Room, 3314 Purvis Road, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Trish Burkes and Ms. Glenda Mitchell
For more information or to register, call (703) 784-4248.
This class teaches effective techniques for revolutionizing your relationship with your children while bringing a sense of calm to yourself and household. Free childcare *may* be available.
1-2-3 Magic
Time: 4:00 PM– 5:30 PM
Location: Cox Hall Classroom, 24009 Montezuma Avenue, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Trish Burkes
Come and explore different techniques for effective discipline for parents with children ages 2-12. Add some new ‘tools’ to your parenting toolkit. Free childcare may be available.
MCB Quantico, Virginia

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Becoming a Love & Logic Parent (Lunch & Learn)—3 PART SERIES
Time: 11:30 AM– 1:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Mary Skinner-Vance
Love and Logic is the COOL workshop for parents! Enjoy three sessions of fun, covering six modules of applying the COOL formula to parenting techniques – Control; Ownership of the Problem; Opportunity for Thinking; and Let Empathy and Consequences Do the Teaching. Child care may be provided. Please call for further information and to pre-register.
Triple P: Positive Parenting Program— 3 PART SERIES
Date(s): November 18 & 25, 2014 and December 2, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM– 1:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Childress
There is no hard-and-fast rule book for raising children, but it’s surprising how many familiar parenting problems have very simple solutions. From infants’ sleeping difficulty to toddler tantrums; fighting with a teenager’s defiance; even the struggle to set up healthy eating patterns or regular homework routines – these issues you face are probably not unique to your family. In fact, they’re probably commonplace. That’s why Triple P can help!
Playgroup
Date(s): Every Thursday, except November 27, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Glen Forrest Community Center, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Lolita Tyler-Lockett
Moms, dads, and caregivers are invited to bring their children for playtime at the Glen Forrest Community Club House. Open to all military and family members.
1-2-3 Magic
Date(s): October 7, 14, & 21, 2014
Time: 12:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg. 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Michelle Adams and Ms. Sara Urich
Are you frustrated trying to find an effective and positive way to discipline your children? 1-2-3 Magic: Effective Discipline for Children 2-12 is an evidence- based, easy-to-learn method that will help promote effective parenting in a way that engages both mom and dad. We will help you break down the task of parenting into three straightforward jobs: Controlling obnoxious behavior, encour- aging good behavior, and strengthening your relationship between you and your children.
Infant Massage
Date(s): October 9 & 16, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 9:45 AM
Location: Glen Forrest Community Center, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Lolita Tyler-Lockett
Learn the benefits of touching and massaging your baby. Deepens the attach- ment with parents and siblings
Budget for Babies
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Navy, Marine Corp Relief, Bldg. 401, NAS Patuxent River
POC: Fleet & Family Support Center Staff
The Navy Marine Corp Relief Society will illus- trate hidden costs associated with a growing family. All Navy and Marine Corps service members that attend will receive a new layette worth more than $100.00.
Patuxent River, Maryland
HOME, HEALTH & MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT
ScreamFree Marriage
Date(s): Tuesdays in October
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:30 PM
Fort Belvoir
The ScreamFree Marriage journey begins with learning calming ways to reduce anxiety by focusing on individual self respect and personal growth. Two key main ingredients to intimacy. You will have the opportunity to learn how to relate to each other in a calm, cool, connected way and celebrate differences creating a foundation for a great relationship. This is a four week series is held on Tuesday evenings. Child care is available for a maximum of 20 children. Registration required.
NOVA Self-Defense
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: NOVA Self–Defense
This workshop conducted by NOVA Self-Defense will expose participants to basic self-defense techniques. Lunch will be provided.

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HOME, HEALTH & MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT(CONTINUED)
Lunch & Learn: Assertive Communication and Active Con- structing Responding
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Fort Belvoir USO, 9th Street, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Ms. Faithleen Henderson and Ms. Tammye Braddy
This workshop will be conducted by the ACS “Got Balance” resiliency initiative. This workshop will focus on communication as an essential tool in navigating healthy relationships. Light lunch will be provided.
Building Healthy Relationships
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Instructor: Military & Family Life Counselor
This workshop will be conducted by the Military & Family Life Counselor (MFLC) Program Staff. This workshop will aid in identifying the “building blocks” for building a healthy relationship. Light lunch will be provided.
ScreamFree Marriage Resource Group
Time: 6:00 PM– 7:30 PM
For information or to register, call (703) 805-2631.
Join our ScreamFree Resource Group! ScreamFree graduates have the opportunity to meet monthly sharing resources and support as we continue our ScreamFree Journey .Limited childcare available.
Stress Management
Time: 10:00 AM—11:00 AM
Fort Belvoir
POC: Ms. Donita McDonald
Participants will obtain information about stress and tools to effectively manage stress. Registration required.
True Colors Keys to Personal Success Workshop
Date(s): Call to schedule appointment for yourself or your group
Time: TBD
Fort Belvoir
Would you like gain more confidence in working with others? Gain respect for one another working as a team (i.e. at home, work, social group)? True Colors is an interactive workshop that helps you gain an understanding and appreciation for self and others increasing your ability to achieve personal and professional goals.
What’s Your Love Language?
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:30 PM
The secret to learning how to help your spouse feel loved is learning how to speak his or her love language. During this two hour workshop you will learn about the Five Love Languages, how to recognize your own love language and ways to begin speaking your partner’s love language. Limited child care available. Registration required.
Anger 101
Date(s): Call to schedule appointment
Time: TBD
Fort Belvoir
POC: Ms. Scottie Hampton
Participants have the opportunity to learn about anger as a basic emotion, how to recognize what triggers anger, impact of uncontrolled anger on self and others and helpful tools to manage anger. Please call to schedule an appointment.
Anger Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center,
2212 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Julie Yates
For information or to register, call (301) 677-9014/18.
Do you have trouble dealing with anger? Sign up today to learn how to manage your anger.
Time Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
For information or to register, call (301) 677-9014/18.
It really is better to have it and not need it, then to need it and not have it— in English...calling to register for this class is a great idea!
Stress Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center,
2212 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Are you stressed out? Help is here for you. Call to register.

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HOME, HEALTH & MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT(CONTINUED)
Building Healthy Relationships
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Want to learn skills to build a healthy relationship? Let’s work together and improve your personal and professional relationships
Anger Management
Date(s): October 1 & 8, 2014 and November 5 & 12, 2014 — 2 PART SERIES
Time: 9:00 AM—12:00 PM
This class is designed to help participants reduce unacceptable expressions of
anger at home and at work. Must attend both dates to receive a certificate. Registration required.
Assertiveness
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Military & Family Support Center,
Bldg 13, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Instructor: Military & Family Support Center Staff
The main objective of this course is to help participants learn assertive communication skills.
Stress Management
Time: 1:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Location: Military & Family Support Center,
Bldg 13, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
The main objective of this interactive training is to help participants define stress and personalize the topic while learning coping tools.
ScreamFree Marriage
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Learn how to stay calm in the face of common martial conflicts, the keys to creating and enjoying a deep, lifelong connections.
Conflict Resolution
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg 13, Joint Base Anacostia- Bolling
This workshop teaches participants to define conflict, as well as discover how they feel when faced with a conflict, how they normally react to conflict, what kind of coping techniques keep them calm in the face of conflict, and learn how to resolve it appropriately as it occurs.
Creating Work/Life Balance
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Instructor: Military and Family Support Center Staff
The main objective of this course is to help participants analyze how their time is spent and give them tips on how to create the balance they desire between work, family, and play.
Time Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Instructor: Military and Family Support Center Staff
This class will help you examine how your time is spent and where changes can be made. You will learn tips on creating routines and schedules to better organize all of life’s demands.
Operation Prepare (Ready Navy)
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Emergencies happen every day all around the world. Are you and your family prepared for an emergency? Join us to learn more about being informed, having a plan, and making an emergency kit.
Stress Management
Date(s): Offered weekly, Thursdays
Time: 3:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Location: Health & Wellness Center (HAWC), Bldg 1444,
Joint Base Andrews
Instructor: Family Advocacy, HAWC & Resiliency Staff
Topics discussed:
1st Thursday—Controlled breathing
2nd Thursday—Muscle based relaxation
3rd Thursday—Mental relaxation
4th Thursday—Mediation
5th Thursday—Stress and self care awareness—this class
Joint Base Andrews, Maryland

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Anger/Stress Awareness
Time: 12:00 PM—12:45 PM
Location: 1191 Menoher Drive, Family Advocacy Office, Joint Base Andrews
Instructor: Ms. Joyce Cravin or Ms. Toya Charles
Provides practical tips for daily life management, personal and Family well-being
Couples Communication
Time: 12:00 PM—12:45 PM
Instructor: Ms. Joyce Cravin or Ms. Toya Charles
Demonstrates effective use of verbal and varied media tools to hear and be heard.
Family Advocacy Safety Education Seminar (FASES)
Time: 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: Representatives from various agencies.
Educational seminar provides information to reduce the risk of child and partner maltreatment, increase knowledge and skill building for families with potential risk factors, and promotes resilience plus mission readiness. Must be referred by 1st Sergeants.
Critical Incident Peers Support (CIPS) Training Course
Date(s): October 20-24, 2014—Full Week Course
Time: 7:30 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: U.S. Army Military Police School, Behavioral Sciences Education & Training Division
Training for community members on how to provide an avenue for their peers to "talk out" their personal/professional problems regarding critical incidents confidentially with fellow responders/investigators (non professionals) who not only cares a great deal about their well being but who also has a firsthand understanding of their situation.
Anger Management
Time: 9:30 AM– 11:30 AM
Instructor: Ms. Sandra McLean
Individuals will receive information on the basic principles of emotions management, the impact of unmanaged anger, and resources on how to recognize and manage triggers.
Domestic Violence Prevention Webinar
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: At your desired location
Instructor: Ms. Diane Neilson and Ms. Lindsay Seals
Learn about how you can prevent domestic violence by participating in an interactive webinar. The training will address characteristics/patterns of un- healthy relationships, how to report domestic violence, and where to get help. Registration required.
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JOINT BASE MYER-HENDERSON HALL
RELATIONSHIPS
SHOULD BE SAFE, RESPECTFUL, AND POSITIVE
Breaking the Silence through Art
October 1 at 1200
Community Activities Center, BLDG 405
ScreamFree Marriage
Tuesdays in October, 1800-2030
Fort Belvoir Army Community Service, BLDG 200
SIZZLING in the kitchen! date night
October 24, 1800-2000
Memorial Chapel, BLDG 480
GENERATION SEXT!
October 30, 1000-1100
Army Community Service, BLDG 201
Stress Management
October 21, 0930-1130
Baby Bundles
October 24, 1200-1400
Anger Management
October 8, 0930-1130
Darkness to Light: Stewards of children
October 9, 0900-1130
Family Fun DAY at Kidwell Park
October 10, 0930-1230
Frying Pan Park-Kidwell Farm
DEMON & Doggie DASH
2 Mile Run/1mile walk
October 31 at 0630
Fort Myer Fitness Center, BLDG 414
For more information or to register, please call 703-696-3512.

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Married & Loving It!
Date(s): November 13, 2014 and open availability (call to schedule a workshop for your Unit.)
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Location: TBD
This one day workshop is designed for newly engaged, recently married or established couples. Couples will work on various skills such as financial management, anger and communication building techniques, and additional joint decision making topics. Workshop curriculum covers principles from Dave Ramsey’s Financial Program and Gary Chapman’s “5 Love Languages.” Please call for details! Registration required.
How to Avoid Falling For A Jerk/Jerkette
Date(s): Open availability (call to schedule a workshop for your Unit)
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Location: TBC
Feel like you keep dating all the wrong people and don’t know why? This class is designed for singles that are dating and looking for tips on building a healthy relationship. Topics include identifying warning signs for future disagreements, recognizing what you are looking for in a future partner, and the five key areas to explore before commitment. Registra- tion required.
Coping With Work and Family Life Stress
Date(s): Tuesdays (beginning in September)
Time: 2:30 PM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Kati Groseclose & Ms. Molly Ryan
This workshop is a 12 week, evidenced based curriculum designed to help teach you how to develop and apply effective coping strategies to deal with stressors. A variety of topics are covered over the 12 week course, to include: identifying stressors, deep breathing and relaxation, assertive communication, changing your self-talk, eating right and exercise, and developing a personal stress management plan. Participants must pre-register for this class, referrals are welcome! Final class will be Tuesday, November 25th.
Men’s Domestic Violence Intervention Group (STOP)
Date(s): Tuesdays — Open group; must register to attend.
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Family Advocacy Clinical Counselors
This 26 week group is a domestic violence treatment group for male participants who have been mandated or Command referred to attend based on Family violence in the home. Participants will learn new communication techniques, power and control dynamics, accepting responsibility for actions and minimizing blame in their intimate partner relationships. Participants must pre-register and be referred by a Family Advocacy Program, court-ordered, or with strong Com- mand support.
Anger & Stress Management– 8 Week Workshop
Date(s): Wednesdays — Open group
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Ms. Molly Ryan & Ms. Kati Groseclose
Anger is a normal emotion; however, many of us struggle to express our emotions in a healthy way. In this eight week class, participants will learn the eight tools to anger management. Topics include dealing with stress, empathy, learning to respond differently to situations, identifying negative self talk, communication skills, adjusting expectations, time outs, and forgiveness. Participants must complete eight sessions if certificate of completion is needed. Registra- tion is required prior to attendance and referrals are welcome!
Warriors At East (Stress Management & Yoga)
Date(s): Open availability or call to schedule a workshop for your Unit or Spouses’ group.
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: TBD
This workshop is designed to help balance warrior intensity with holistic stress management. Participants will be engaged in an interactive stress management discussion and develop a personalized stress management plan, understand the relationship between stress and nutrition; as well as participate in 1 hour of gentle, restorative yoga that is specifically tailored for stress management. PT gear is appropriate for this course. Registration is required. Call for more details!
Incident Determination Committee—Family Advocacy
Appointed Representatives Training
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
The Incident Determination Committee (IDC) full day training is a requirement for Commander’s who are appointed as Representatives to the Family Advo- cacy Program. The training covers what to expect when working with Family Advocacy, the dynamics of domestic violence and child abuse, and prepares Commander’s for the roles, expectations, and process of the Incident Determi- nation Committee. This is a mandatory training prior to becoming a voting member of the IDC.
Henderson Hall Community
Counseling Program
Service and Family members can make an
appointment with a counselor to address any of the many stressors facing today’s
military Families by calling:
(703) 614-7204

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Century Anger Management
Date(s): Tuesdays/Varies—8 WEEK COURSE
Time: Tuesdays (Evening Group, October 7 through December 2, 2014) OR Thursdays (Day Group, October 23 through December 18, 2014)
Location: Little Hall– FAP Classroom 2 (Evening Group) OR Cox Hall/TBS/ MCB Quantico (Day Group)
Instructor: Ms. Bridgette Whitehead and Ms. Teshia Hackler (Evening Group) OR Ms. Jo Betyak-Eisler and Ms. Addie Brown (Day Group)
Join us for this intense 8-week study using an evidence based curriculum to learn how to successfully apply anger management skills in the workplace, relationships or any other life situation where anger control is needed. Each session will focus on one of the 8 core tools: stress management; empathy; response; assertiveness; self-talk; expectation; forgiveness; and time-outs.
WAKE— Women’s Awareness Knowledge
and Empowerment
Date(s): Tuesdays, Ongoing (pre-screening required)
Time: Call for details
Location: Please call for time and location.
Instructor: Victim Advocates and Clinicians
For more information, call (703) 784-2570 .
WAKE is a support and educational group designed for the specific needs of women, both active duty and Family members, who have experienced conflict in intimate relationships. You will reflect, learn, and be strengthened and encouraged by the information shared.
Coping With Work and Family Stress—12 WEEK COURSE
Date(s): Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning November 4, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:30 AM
Location: Little Hall, 2034 Barnett Avenue, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Jessica Crone and Ms. Rebecca Childress
Coping With Work and Family Stress (CWFS) is an evidenced based stress management program designed to teach participants how to develop and apply effective coping strategies to deal with stressors at work and at home. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) named CWFS as a “SAMHSA Model Program” in the field of effective community mental health and substance abuse programs.
STOP (Skills, Techniques, Options, Plans)— 16 Week Group for Men
Date(s): Every Wednesday, beginning October 29, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
POC: Family Advocacy Clinicians
To register, call (703) 784-2570
Sixteen (16) week group for men exploring cycles of abuse with the goal of preventing domestic abuse. Must have recommenda- tion to participate in group.
Homeland Security Training on Human Trafficking
Time: 8:30 AM
Point of Contact: Ms. Rebecca Childress
Homeland Security Training on Human Trafficking. Training will be held in Little Hall Classroom 2 at 0830 for Community Service Providers. Deanna “Dede” Wallace is a Victim Assistance Specialist for the Department of Home- land Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations. Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery where people profit from the control and exploitation of others. As defined under U.S. federal law, victims of human trafficking include children involved in the sex trade, adults age 18 or over who are coerced or deceived into commercial sex acts, and anyone forced into different forms of "labor or services," such as domestic workers held in a home, or farm-workers forced to labor against their will. The factors that each of these situations have in common are elements of force, fraud, or coercion that are used to control people. Then, that control is tied to inducing someone into commercial sex acts, or labor or services. Excel- lent training for service providers; human resources representatives; law enforcement; military leadership; and concerned community members.
“Peace by the Potomac” Community Outreach Project— Yoga by the Water
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Ralph Tellis Riverfront Park, Town of Quantico
Civilians, active duty, family members of all ages and community members are invited to join us for a relaxing one hour yoga session on a beautiful platform by the Potomac River. No experience or pre-registration required. Bring a yoga mat or towel and your water bottle. Great way to relieve stress.
Wear Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Wear Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Great opportunity for offices to show support. Take pictures of your family or staff and email to FAP’s Prevention and Education Specialist at childressrl@usmc-mccs.org to add to our Facebook page. Thank you for showing your support for healthy families!
IDC (Incident Determination Committee)
Time: 8:00 AM– 3:30 PM
Instructor: Ms. Mary Skinner-Vance
When service members and their Families are involved in incidents of domestic abuse or child abuse, many questions can arise from both the family and the command. All allegations of family abuse are required to be presented at the base IDC. Unit representative are required to receive training prior to attending the IDC. Let us help you better understand the dynamics of family abuse, policies that govern our process, and your important role at the IDC. With guest speakers from NCIS and SJA.

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Family Advocacy Professional Development Reading List
Date(s): October 3, 2014- “Black and Blue” by Anna Quindlen
November 7, 2014- “Five Days at Memorial— Life and Death in a Storm Rav- aged Hospital” by Sheri Fink
Time: 12:00 PM– 1:00 PM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Family Advocacy Program Staff
Join us for our ongoing book club discussion October 3 or November 7 to discuss our latest selections. Our book club is open to EVERYONE – professionals in the behavioral health community, community partners, active duty and their family members, and other interested people. Selections to make you think, talk, and take action. Call us to learn more.
Honey Let’s Talk: Interpersonal Communication
Time: 6:30 PM– 8:30 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Joyce Murphy
Workshop is an educational experience to increase competence using more effective communication skills and promote healthy relationships.
Married & Loving It!
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:30 PM
Location: The Clubs at Quantico, Waller Room
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Childress and Ms. Bridgette Whitehead
Married and Loving It is an evidence based educational group for couples who want to improve communication; set guidelines for established a sound financial future; identify anger and how to solve conflict in healthy ways; set healthy boundaries with in-laws and other extended family members; and discuss other factors that help couple truly enjoy married life. Pre-registration encouraged. Drop-in childcare may be available upon request.
SAFE— Stop Abuse with Family Education
Time: 8:30 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: Family Advocacy Clinicians and Victim Advocates
SAFE is a one day workshop for couples who will be reuniting after a Military Protective Order (MPO) has been lifted. The Family Advocacy Program recom- mends all couples take this course prior to reunification. This class provides a standardized safety planning process for all families to increase positive coping skills, education, and support to build healthy relationships. Topics include having a home of empowerment v. a house of abuse, DoD definitions of abuse, anger, time-out, staying safe when a partner blocks your path and the effects of domestic violence on children.
Healthcare Partnership/Guest Speakers
Time: 8:30 AM
Guest speakers from Empower House and Mary Washington Hospital will be discuss healthcare partnerships and the critical role of SANE (sexual assault
nurse examiner) practitioners. SANE nurses strive to preserve their patients’ dignity and ensure that survivors are not re-traumatized by the evidence collec- tion process. They help survivors gain control by allowing them to make decision throughout the process. Excellent training for service providers; base and unit SARC (Sexual Assault Response Coordinators); law enforcement; and base leadership.
PREP
Time: 8:30 AM– 4:00 PM
Help couples learn how to discuss issues safely and clearly. Learn to use ground rules to contain destructive arguments and resolve conflicts. Enhance fun, friendship, commitment, spirituality, and intimacy.
Effective Communication
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:30 PM
Instructor: Ms. Linda Schmid
This class provides information on different communication styles and ways to develop more effective speaking and listening skills. Participants will practice insightful, productive and rewarding ways to interact with people.
Couples Communication
Time: 3:00 PM– 4:30 PM
The goal of this class is to provide couples with new ideas and tools to help them continue to build together the relationship they envisioned. Join us and practice speaker listener technique to enhance communication even on the toughest issues.
Stress Management
Time: 2:30 PM—4:00 PM
Stress is a part of life. In this class you will understand how your beliefs and thought process has an impact on how you deal with stress. Participants will walk away with specific actions to manage stress that they can incorporate into their life immediately.
Holiday Stress
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:30 AM
The extra time with family and loved ones, elaborate meals, gift-giving, and flurry of activity can be fun, heartwarming and exciting. HOweer, the Holiday season is also well-known for causing stress. Join us to learn some helpful techniques to manage Holiday stress so it doesn’t manage you.

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PERSONAL GROWTH & VOLUNTEERISM
Anger Management
Date(s): October 15, 20, 22, 27, & 29, 2014 and November 3, 2014—6 PART
SERIES
Time: 8:30 AM– 10:30 AM
Anger is a basic emotion. Join this 6 session workshop if you would like a
better understanding of anger and would like to learn how to skillfully express
and manage your anger in an effective way.
Tutor & Buddy Program
Date(s): Every other Monday
Time: 11:45 AM– 1:15 PM
Location: Barcroft Elementary School (BES)
POC: Ms. Jamie Albers
Marines and Civilian Marines are needed to support the Partnership in Educa-tion's
Tutor & Buddy Program. Volunteers help provider mentorship and aca-demic
support while building a relationship that will shape a child’s life.
Preparing for College
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Pentagon Conference Room 2C253
Instructor: Ms. Jamie Albers
For information, call (703) 805-693-1253.
This workshop presentation introduces parents to the basics of college prepara-tion
and college admission. Topics include: applying for federal aid, grants, and
student loans; preparing the college application and SAT/ACT requirements;
transferring post 9/11 benefits to dependents.
Myers Briggs Type Indicator
Time: 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Linda Schmid and Ms. Angela Armer
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a widely used instrument designed to
help you have increased insight into yourself and others. MBTI is useful for self
awareness, career interest, relationships and leadership. This workshop will
also help you re-evaluate how you behave and interact with others.
L.I.N.K.S. New Volunteer Orientation
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB
Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Barbara Hawkins
Workshop provides training for new volunteers to the L.I.N.K.S. program.
Coupon Exchange
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
Event designed to exchange money saving coupons, while exchanging tips and
insight to the savings programs at the Commissary and the local community.
Passport to Volunteering— NEW CLASS!!
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides volunteers the tools necessary to have a successful and
fulfilling career. Volunteers will be exposed to the fulfilling part of volunteering
and the necessary skills needed to ensure their volunteer experience is positive
and rewarding.
L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Location: Religious and Family Ser-vices
Center, 3019 Embry Loop,
MCB Quantico
Workshop provides training for L.I.N.K.S.
volunteers.
Volunteer
Opportunities
Available
Various positions located throughout the
Military and Family Support Center
Call (202) 767-0450

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MILITARY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING
“GET HEALTHY “ Kickoff
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:30 PM
Location: Wallace Theater, 9750 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Mr. Ben Atherton-Zeman
This event will be the first of a month packed with activities designed to promote safe, respectful and positive relationships. Open to the entire community Ben Atherton-Zeman activist, comedian and celebrity impersonator will be presenting his one-man show Voices of Men. Lunch will be provided.
“GET HEALTHY “ Pep Rally
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Specker Field House, 1182 12th Street, Fort Belvoir
This event is a classic “Pep Rally” for families to come out and celebrate safe, respectful and positive relationships. The community can get excited about the month’s activities and offer information from local vendors on healthy ideas for relationships within families. Pep Rally Snacks will be provided (Pizza, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones, Popcorn and Soda). All ages are welcome to come out and celebrate; this is a family friendly event.
“GET HEALTHY “ 5K
Time: 6:00 AM
Location: Fort Belvoir Middleton Field, between 12th St, Belvoir Road, 16th St & Middleton Rd, Fort Belvoir
This event will be a 5K run for Domestic Violence Awareness and our commitment to healthy relationships. Water and post-run snacks will be available for participants.
“GET HEALTHY “ Newlywed Game
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM
This event will be played in the Classic Format of TV Guide’s “10th of 60 favorite television game shows of all time”. The game will be played with 8 married couples varying from newly-wed to “very experienced”. This event will be an opportunity for couples to learn from each other in an informal way. Couples and singles are invited to come out and enjoy the game. Volunteer Couples can contact the FAP Office (703-805-2693) to be players in the game. All attendees are NOT required to play. Refreshments will be served. Limited childcare is available (Maximum Capacity 20).
Anger Management
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Marine Corps Family Team Building, Bldg. 29, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Erica Ramos
Basic tools for anger management such as warning signs, management tools, and resources.
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM on October 29
Location: Marine Corp Family Team Building, Bldg. 29,
Room 100, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Erica S. Ramos
Learn Marine Corps 101! Acculturate yourself with moving, basic finances and resources to succeed in the Marine Corps lifestyle.
PREP– Prevention Relationship Enhancement Program
Time: 9:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Location: Chaplain’s office
Instructor: Ms. Erica Ramos and Chaplain Foster
For information, call (703) 805-693-1253.
Learn communication tools while developing healthy ways to identify issues and hidden issues in a relationship. Concepts taught are speaker-listener technique, communication danger signs, stress and relaxation, commitment and forgiveness tools.
Real Colors ®
Time: 9:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Marine Corps Family Team Building, Bldg. 29, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Erica Ramos
Communicate the language of others and yourself. Identify your dominant communication style to immediately engage and build rapport with others. Understand how others process information and recognize your strengths and strengths of others.
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Marine Barracks, Washington, DC
Instructor: Ms. Erica S. Ramos
Learn Marine Corps 101! Acculturate yourself with moving, basic finances and resources to succeed in the Marine Corps lifestyle.

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MILITARY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (CONTINUED)
ExtravaGOWNza
Time: 9:00 AM—3:00 PM
Event which allows spouses to select a dress to attend the Marine Corps Ball.
Family Care Plan
Time: 11:30 AM– 12:30 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center (MCFTB/LL Room), 3019 Embry Loop, MCB Quantico
This workshop covers the requirements of the Marine Corps Order 1740.1 which mandates Marines to put in place a plan of action in order to take of Fam- ily members they are responsible for while in their absence.
Transition, Goals, Plans, Success (TGPS) Workshop
Date(s): October 6-10 & 20-24, 2014 and November 3-7 & 17-21, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Stangee
If you are separating or retiring from the military, this class will answer your questions and help you develop a plan for a smooth, successful transition.
Retiree Brief
Time: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Stangee
If you are within two years of retirement eligibility, you may be interested in attending this brief. Information will be provided on your TriCare, Johns Hop- kins Family Health Plan, and Navy Mutual Aid Financial planning and survivor benefit plan.
Retirement Benefits Brief
Time: 8:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Instructor: Varies
Survivor benefits and financial planning, TRICARE and Johns Hopkins Family Health will be discussed.
Time: 8:30 AM—4:30 PM
Workshop provides an overview of the Marine Corps structure, services, and benefits available to spouses as part of the Marine Corps Family.
Disability Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
POC: Military Family Service Center Staff
This briefing will focus on various veteran benefits that apply to those who
suspect they have a service connected disability, injury, or illness that was
aggravated by service. The briefing will provide information on vocational
rehabilitation, employment and much more.
VA I & II Briefs
Time: 8:30 AM– 2:30 PM
Instructor: Veterans Administration
This briefing is for individuals who would like to repeat the VA portion of TGPS or who are exempt from the DOLEW but still have the requirement for transition.
Boots to Business– Starting Your Own Business
Date(s): October 15 & 16, 2014— TWO PART SERIES
Time: 8:00 a.m. —4:00 p.m.
Instructor: Transition TGPS
This two day seminar introduces returning veterans to entrepreneurship. You must attend both sessions.
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VETERAN, RETIREMENT & TRANSITION ASSISTANCE (CONTINUED)
Two Day Boots-2-Business
Date(s): October 1-2, 2014 and November 12-13, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Instructor: Career Resource Management Center Staff
For more information, call (703) 784-2511/4963.
This workshop is devoted to assisting Veterans with starting their own business.
Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS)
Time: 7:00 AM– 5:00 PM
Instructor: Career Resource Management
Center Staff
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
You must register with your Career Retention Specialist or Unit Transition Coun- selor (UTC). Bring 3 copies of DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist) completely filled out. Dress is business casual.
Disability Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Welcome to a dynamic workshop that informs attendees about the Veterans Administration Vocational Rehabilitation Program. The goal is to encourage and assist potentially eligible service members in making an informed decision about VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program.
Accessing Higher Education
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Location: Voluntary Education Center, 3088 Roan Street, MCB Quantico
This workshop is designed to guide veterans through the variety of decisions involved in choosing a degree completion program, college institution, and funding, as well as completing the admission process. Topics include: Personal Goal and Requirements, Institution Factors, Education Funding, and Admission Proc- ess.
Career/Technical Education Workshop
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Location: Voluntary Education Center, 3088 Roan Street, MCB Quantico
This workshop provides veterans with information about how to obtain training, skills, and credentials for occupations requiring other than a college degree. Topics include: how to use your GI Bill for career/technical training and other financial aid opportunities, apprenticeship programs, Choosing a career / technical program and the admission process.
Linked-In
Time: 1:00 PM—3:00 PM
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
This workshop will assist you in understanding LinkedIn and its purpose. Also, you will create an account if you do not already have one.
10 Steps to Federal Job/Resume Lab
Time: 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
This lab will provide you with information that will assist you with developing your federal resume and also create an account on USA Jobs.
Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS)- Retirees Only
Date(s): October 20-24, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Center Staff
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
You must register with your Career Retention Specialist or Unit Transition Counselor (UTC). Bring 3 copies of DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation Counsel- ing Checklist) completely filled out. Dress is business casual.
Executive Transition Readiness Seminar (ETRS) (O5 & O6)
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Center Staff
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
Bring 3 copies of DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist) completely filled out. Dress is business casual.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Basics: Understanding Type
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center,
3019 Embry Loop, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Career Resource
Management Center Staff
This workshop will help participants understand their four- letter Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) type code for them to gain further understanding of themselves and how their preferences relate to their career search. Partici- pants will complete the MBTI assessment before the workshop and will be provided their four-letter MBTI type code during the workshop. This three hour workshop is a prerequisite to the MBTI & Type in the Workplace workshop.

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Executive Transition Readiness Seminar (ETRS) (E8, E9, CWO4s)
Date(s): November 17-21, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Center Staff
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
Bring 3 copies of DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist) completely filled out. Dress is business casual.
STRONG Interest Inventory and Career Satisfaction
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
This workshop will provide participants an overview of the STRONG Interest inventory and how it can be a powerful method for matching their interests with opportunities for jobs, education, and leisure activities. Students will be provided the STRONG interest inventory before the class and they must complete the inventory in order to attend the workshop.
Survivor Benefit Plan Workshop (SBP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:30 AM
This workshop integrates benefits from DoD, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and Social Security to enhance Family readiness.
Boots to Business
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM .
Instructor: Call for details
Intensive Training Workshop is offered in collaboration among the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the Institute for Veterans and Military Families
at Syracuse University (IVMF), the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs. We are recruiting 30 interested transitioning service members and veterans to participate in the workshop, you will learn if starting a business is right for you, if your business idea is feasible and much more!
Transition GPS- Separatee
Date(s): November 3-7, 2014
Time: Monday—Thursday 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM & Friday 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg. 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Angela Armer
TGPS is for separating and retiring military members. It is a joint venture by the FFSC and the Departments of Defense, Department of Labor, and Veterans Affairs. Topics include skill assessment, resume writing, job search methods, interview techniques, and a review of veterans’ benefits. Please see your Career Counselor to sign up. Seating is limited.
Transition GPS- Retiree
Time: Monday—Thursday 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM & Friday 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Angela Armer
TGPS is for separating and retiring military members. It is a joint venture by the FFSC and the Departments of Defense, Department of Labor, and Veterans Affairs, it is a must attend workshop where topics include skills assessment, resume writing, interview techniques, salary negotiations, financial considera- tions, and overview of veterans benefits, etc. Please see your Career Counselor to sign up. Seating is limited.
Technical Track
Date(s): November 12– 13, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Call for details
The Technical Training Track is designed to assist you in defining technical career goals, identify required credentials, finding career technical training opportunities, identify local veteran resources and utilize your VA education benefits.
VETERAN, RETIREMENT & TRANSITION ASSISTANCE (CONTINUED)
Veteran Services
The Virginia Department of Veteran Services
(VDVS) assists veterans, their Families and survivors in
obtaining state, federal and local benefits to which they
are entitled that they might not otherwise receive. The Department acts as informed advocates in the preparation, presentation and processing of claims for benefits under the complex laws and regulations administered by the US Department of Veterans Affairs and other federal agencies.
Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Call (703) 630-2811 for locations and more info.
JBM-HH
Retiree Appreciation Day
October 10, 2014

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FINANCIAL READINESS
Car Buying
Time: 1:30 PM– 2:30 PM
Determine how much you can afford to spend on a car. Research available vehicles, lenders and sellers. Negotiate a fair price on the purchase of a car.
Home Buying Seminar
Find out what it takes to purchase a home. Advantages/disadvantages of various home loans.
Thrift Savings Plan
Time: 1:30 PM—2:30 PM
The learner should be able to explain the benefits of participation, enroll in TSP and successfully choose and manage their TSP investments.
Planning for Retirement
Time: 1:30 PM—2:30 PM
Learners should be able to estimate retirement funding needs and compare and evaluate different retirement account options.
Surviving the Holidays Financially
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:30 AM
Location: Webinar
Learners should be able to create a holiday spending plan and develop techniques to avoid overspending and accumulating ex- cess debt during the holiday season.
Command Financial Specialist Forum
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Location: Webinar
Call for instructions on how to log in. Quarterly forum in accordance with OP- NAVINST 1740.5B. Command Financial Specialists meet and share ideas about their respective programs.
Command Financial Specialist Leadership Training
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Webinar
Call for instructions on how to log in. The forum focuses on changes to the CFS program, resources available to leadership, and available training and educational opportunities.
1st Termers Money Management
Date(s): Every Tuesday
Time: 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
Location: Bldg. 246, RIP TOG Classroom, Fort Myer
Instructor: Financial Readiness Program Staff
This training is mandatory for all incoming soldiers E4 and below .
Basic Budget: Income, Expenses, & Spending Plans
Date(s): October 8, 2014 and November 12, 2014 Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 29, Check-in at Room 204; Classroom TBD
Instructor: Marine & Family Services Personal Financial Management Staff
The class includes techniques for budget planning and budget execution, and provides examples of effective action plans with which to spend less money per month than the Servicemember (and family) is earning. The techniques are tied to the concept of setting “S.M.A.R.T. Goals” which are focused on the family’s major financial objectives. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Personal Credit: Credit Worthiness, Reports, Scores,
and Management
Learn about the credit system, credit reports, credit scores, debt management and consumer rights. Understand how interest is calculated on loans and credit card balances. Learn how to improve your credit score and how to dig out of a deep debt situation. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/ Finance. Registration required.

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Consumer Awareness: Best Personal Practices vs. Frauds, Scams, and Unwise Purchases
Focuses on helping Marines become alert, savvy consumers by recognizing advertising techniques that target consumers, and learning to detect, deter, and defend against consumer fraud and predatory practices. The class reviews major consumer legislation intended to protect service members, and legal rights with respect to entering into a contact, cooling off periods, and protec- tions under federal and state laws. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Strategies for Buying or Leasing a Car
Buying a car is a major financial transaction filled with pot holes for the persons who have not done their homework before stepping into a dealer’s showroom. This class includes negotiations with the sales force, the purchase decision, and the purchase contract. Class also includes the relative advantages and disadvantages of buying new, used or leasing. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Home Buying and Mortgages
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
The class includes techniques for budget planning and budget execution, and provides examples of effective action plans with which to spend less money per month than the Servicemember (and family) is earning. The techniques are tied to the concept of setting “S.M.A.R.T. Goals” which are focused on the family’s major financial objectives. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Investing: Basics of Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, TSP & Compound Interest
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class highlights the difference between index mutual funds and actively
managed funds. Participants will be able to use free database tools to find high performing actively managed funds. Registration required.
Investing: Focus on Mutual Funds
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class focus is intended for persons who know they need to invest money in the “stock market,” but do not want to have to become highly knowledgeable
to begin investing in a prudent manner. Addresses stock, bond, balanced, sec- tor, and life-cycle mutual funds. Includes investor risk tolerance and managing mutual funds into retirement. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Fundamentals of Planning for Retirement from the Military
Date(s): October 30, 2014 Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class provides an overview of five elements of retirement planning to include “High 3 vs. CBS/REDUX” and SBP. A second objective is to acquaint attendees with the integrated financial planning process and to provide them examples of financial plans they might reasonably develop with the assistance of a professional financial planner. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required.
Individual Tutorials on ALL Personal Finance Topics
Date(s): Call to schedule an appointment. Time: Call to schedule an appointment.
The purpose of the Tutorials is provide financial information to individuals at a time that is convenient to their work schedule. The current schedule of “noon time Brown Bag” classes does not provide the flexibility or timeliness that many Service members, retirees and DoD civilians require. Simply call the Henderson Hall PFM to schedule a time that fits both your schedule and the PFMs. All financial topics are on the “play list. Call to schedule a subject(s), date, and time.
Command Financial Specialist Course
Date(s): September 29– October 2014 and November 3-7, 2014 Time:
This five day class is a prerequisite for officers, staff non-commissioned officers, chief petty officers and petty officers first class assigned by their commanding officer as a unit Command Financial Specialist (CFS). The class emphasizes (1) understanding the nature of income, expenses, savings, credit, and basic investing; and techniques with which individuals can manage basic records of their financial affairs, (2) in-depth understanding of the credit system (installment and revolving credit, interest payments and fees, credit reports, credit scores, and debt management), (3) key decisions in car buying, and (4) practice in interview- ing and counseling techniques necessary for the CFS to make accurate esti- mates of the clients' income, expenses, assets and liabilities; their fundamental problems; and to outline with the client a clear plan of action to move forward. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required. Call to register.

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Credit Report
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Voluntary Education Center, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Personal Finance Management staff
Want to get a grip on your financial life? You don’t know where to start? Come and see how you can get your financial information organized and working properly.
Car Buying
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Purchasing a vehicle is a large investment that can impact your short and long term status. Develop skills and strategies to make wise choices.
Consumer Awareness
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Become an educated consumer on your rights and how to spot scams and rip- offs.
Budget Consolidation
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Employment Readiness Orientation
Time: 12:45 PM– 2:30 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
POC: Ms. Laureen Dupree
Provides information and assistance on acquiring employment in the National Capitol Region. Topics include spousal preference, veteran preference, and general information regarding employment in the DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia area. Please bring your military ID card and 3 copies of your resume.
Taxes Related to Personal Financial Management
Time: 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM
This class is designed to develop knowledge and skills that will enable you to determine your tax filing status and how to minimize your tax liability with appropriate tax reducing strategies.
Pay for those Holiday Gifts
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Mr. Jim Walsh
This workshop will explore ways to plan for the increased holiday expenses and develop strategies to avoid overspending and accumulating excessive debt.
Estate Planning: Why Me?
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Mr. Jim Walsh
Contrary to popular misconception, you don't have to own a big house to have an estate. If you die without a will or living trust ("intestate," in legalese), state law will determine how most of your belongings are distributed, and the result may not be what you would want. In this workshop we will discuss the minimums everyone should consider to put in writing, including advance health care direc- tives.
ABCs of Federal Employment & Federal Resume Preparation
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service,
Bldg 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Provides instruction on writing a federal resume as well as useful information regarding seeking employment in the federal government.
Kelly Recruiting
Date(s): October 16, 2014and November 19, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Fort Belvoir
Offers employment readiness clients the opportunity to meet one-on-one with placement agencies. Call for appointment and more info.
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Basic Resume Preparation
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Fort Belvoir
Resume Workshop
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: 2212 Chisholm Avenue, Fort Meade
Instructor: TBD
For information, call (301) 677-5590 or (301) 677-9014/17/18.
This workshop will provide tips on winning resume styles, the importance of cover letters, and tips on following up on your resume. You can register online at www.fortmeadeacs.checkappointments.com.
Job Search Strategies
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: TBD
Learn techniques to help you succeed in your job search, as well as the tools for networking and negotiating job offers.
Veterans Job Fair
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Club Meade, 660 Mapes Road, Fort Meade
10 Steps To A Federal Job
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Instructor: TBD
Learn about understanding job vacancy announcements, writing your federal and electronic resumes, and KSAs (knowledge, skill, and ability statements), and tracking your applications. This session will include some hands-on training. You can register online at www.fortmeadeacs.checkappointments.com.
Networking Through Social Media
Time: 8:30 AM– 10:30 AM
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Pentagon, Room 4E415
Most people know that the best way to find a job is through networking. There are many ways to use social media in order to network.
Resume Writing Workshop
Date(s): October 7,16, & 28, 2014 and November 5, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Learn skills to construct and tailor your resume to your needs.
Interview Techniques
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Tips to prepare for a successful job interview.
Franchise Seminar
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Seminar is designed for entrepreneurs and anyone else interested in business ownership.
Meet The Employer
Time: 8:00 AM—12:00 PM
Location: Bolling Club, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Instructor: Various employers
This program gives you the opportunity to meet and network with various
employers throughout the area.
Applying For a Federal Job
Location: Pentagon, Room 4E415
Time for all Sessions: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Understanding the federal employment process, completing the application, and applying for the job.
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