This document provides a summary of over 100 programs and resources available to support military families from government, military, local, public, and private organizations. It includes resources for general information, education and training, employment, and family support. Key resources highlighted are Military OneSource, the Joint Family Support Assistance Program, and the Navy Knowledge Online website.
Military OneSource provides a comprehensive list of funding resources for alternative education, including federal programs, branch-specific programs, and other sources. The document outlines numerous websites that provide information on scholarships, grants, loans and other financial aid for military service members, veterans and their families. It also lists several books on the topic of finding and applying for scholarships and financial aid to fund education costs.
The document summarizes several topics:
1) Amazon will open a new fulfillment center in Fall River on September 21st, with 500 job openings starting July 22nd paying $12.75-$14.75 per hour.
2) The Fall River Office of Economic Development provided $2.23 million in loans in fiscal year 2016 creating 49 new jobs.
3) Raw Seafoods plans to expand their facility in Fall River Industrial Park with an 80,000-90,000 square foot cold storage warehouse.
This document provides resources for veterans regarding benefits and assistance, counseling, employment, financial aid, credit for military training, and assistance for homeless veterans. It lists various organizations that can help with filing disability claims and benefits, mental health counseling, job searching, financial assistance for education, and translating military experience to college credit. Contact information and websites are provided for agencies such as the VA, American Legion, VFW, and others to help veterans access services.
2nd edition veterans resources guide july 2012Talia Wesley
This document provides resources for veterans, including benefits assistance, counseling, employment resources, education benefits, and more. It is the second edition of a veterans resource guide created by Talia Wesley for Operation Makeover Events and Family Readiness. The document lists various organizations, websites, and programs that provide assistance for veterans in areas such as benefits, mental health, employment, education, homelessness, and more. Highlighted items indicate resources that are new additions to the guide.
5th Edition Veterans Resources Guide - December 2014Talia Wesley
This document provides a summary of resources available to assist military veterans, including benefits assistance, counseling, credit assistance, resources for female and ex-offenders, legal assistance, employment assistance, education benefits, and more. It lists over 60 numbered sections that each describe a specific resource, along with website URLs and brief descriptions of services provided. The resources cover a wide range of needs such as benefits filing, mental health, homeless assistance, education funding, entrepreneurship support, and more. The document appears to be an updated resource guide for military families and veterans.
This document provides an updated list of resources for veterans organized across 44 categories. The highlighted categories are new additions, while the other sections have been updated within the last 6 months. The resources cover a wide range of topics including benefits assistance, counseling, employment, education benefits, financial aid, homelessness assistance, and military family support. The list aims to support veterans and their families in accessing important services and navigating their transition to civilian life.
Military OneSource provides a comprehensive list of funding resources for alternative education, including federal programs, branch-specific programs, and other sources. The document outlines numerous websites that provide information on scholarships, grants, loans and other financial aid for military service members, veterans and their families. It also lists several books on the topic of finding and applying for scholarships and financial aid to fund education costs.
The document summarizes several topics:
1) Amazon will open a new fulfillment center in Fall River on September 21st, with 500 job openings starting July 22nd paying $12.75-$14.75 per hour.
2) The Fall River Office of Economic Development provided $2.23 million in loans in fiscal year 2016 creating 49 new jobs.
3) Raw Seafoods plans to expand their facility in Fall River Industrial Park with an 80,000-90,000 square foot cold storage warehouse.
This document provides resources for veterans regarding benefits and assistance, counseling, employment, financial aid, credit for military training, and assistance for homeless veterans. It lists various organizations that can help with filing disability claims and benefits, mental health counseling, job searching, financial assistance for education, and translating military experience to college credit. Contact information and websites are provided for agencies such as the VA, American Legion, VFW, and others to help veterans access services.
2nd edition veterans resources guide july 2012Talia Wesley
This document provides resources for veterans, including benefits assistance, counseling, employment resources, education benefits, and more. It is the second edition of a veterans resource guide created by Talia Wesley for Operation Makeover Events and Family Readiness. The document lists various organizations, websites, and programs that provide assistance for veterans in areas such as benefits, mental health, employment, education, homelessness, and more. Highlighted items indicate resources that are new additions to the guide.
5th Edition Veterans Resources Guide - December 2014Talia Wesley
This document provides a summary of resources available to assist military veterans, including benefits assistance, counseling, credit assistance, resources for female and ex-offenders, legal assistance, employment assistance, education benefits, and more. It lists over 60 numbered sections that each describe a specific resource, along with website URLs and brief descriptions of services provided. The resources cover a wide range of needs such as benefits filing, mental health, homeless assistance, education funding, entrepreneurship support, and more. The document appears to be an updated resource guide for military families and veterans.
This document provides an updated list of resources for veterans organized across 44 categories. The highlighted categories are new additions, while the other sections have been updated within the last 6 months. The resources cover a wide range of topics including benefits assistance, counseling, employment, education benefits, financial aid, homelessness assistance, and military family support. The list aims to support veterans and their families in accessing important services and navigating their transition to civilian life.
6th Edition Veterans Resources Guide - April 2016Talia Wesley
This document provides an updated 69-page veterans resource guide created by Talia Wesley in April 2016. It contains 64 sections covering a wide range of topics to assist veterans, active duty military, and their families. The sections are organized by an index and cover benefits assistance, counseling, employment, education, healthcare and other resources. Highlighted and underlined sections contain new or important updated information.
The purpose of this paper is to share The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families, Inc.’s (CHCF) assessment of the financial and business practices and unmet needs of Latina family child care providers working in low-income communities in New York City. The assessment is based on the results of telephone calls, a questionnaire, review of provider grant applications, home visits and on a composite of CHCF’s thirty years of experience working in the field of ear-ly care and education, including its membership in New York City’s Child Care Resource and Referral Consortium.
This paper, firstly, will provide a background on the child care market; secondly, this paper will describe the assessment process and its findings; and, lastly, it will detail the recommendations to further promote the goal of collaborating with child care providers to become financially in-dependent--keeping with CHCF’s guiding principle “that the most effective way to serve Latino families is by building upon their existing strengths and fostering self-sufficiency.” Ultimately, CHCF will illustrate the potential power of investment in this community-based strategy.
The document provides updates on various programs and initiatives that support military members and their families:
1) The MyCAA program resumed operations on March 13, 2010, allowing existing account holders to access the full website. No new accounts can be created yet.
2) Vermont became the first state in 2010 and the 33rd overall to address military-specific issues of child custody and visitation.
3) New Mexico approved an interstate compact on educational opportunities for military children, becoming the 28th state to do so.
FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY – FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY – UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA BOA...VogelDenise
17 USC § 107 Limitations on Exclusive Rights – FAIR USE
EMERGENCY AMBER ALERT:
This is information EXPOSING the BEHIND-THE-SCENE RACIST and DISCRIMINATORY Practices of Florida Governor Rick Scott and his Lawyers Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz and their CONSPIRACIES to OVERTHROW Florida A&M University and put it in the HANDS of WHITE Jews/Zionists/Supremacists!
PLEASE LET THIS INFORMATION SERVE AS NOTICE TO FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS and THEIR OFFICIALS of WHY THEY ARE BEING ASKED TO GET THE UNITED STATES’ DESPOTISM “CORPORATE” GOVERNMENT REGIME and ITS MILITARY OUT OF THEIR COUNTRY and BUSINESS!
For instance, when REVIEWING the Trustees the Florida Governor has appointed to WHITE Universities, the MAJORITY are GRADUATES/ALUMNI of the Universities of the Board in which they serve on. For instance:
As of 06/11/17, Florida State University’s Board of Trustees are ALL WHITE and 84% with NO BLACKS/AFRICAN-Americans Serving and the Trustees are GRADUATES/ALUMNI!
As of 06/11/17, University of Florida’s Board of Trustees consist of 77% being GRADUATES/ALUMNI; however, there are NO Blacks/African-Americans on their Board!
As of 06/11/17, let’s look at Florida A&M University since Newsome EXPOSED the PLANS of the United States’ DESPOTISM Government Regime and its LEGAL Counsel Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz’ RACIST/DISCRIMINATORY Practices to OVERTHROW and TAKE CONTROL of Florida A&M University – since the
Florida Governor Rick Scott and his Legal Counsel Baker Donelson have ORCHESTRATED the RESIGNATION of Florida A&M University Board of Directors and REPLACED them with NON-FAMU Graduates/Alumni that as of 06/11/17 consist of 69% NON-FAMU Graduates/Alumni [THROWING in a WHITE Man] and ONLY leaving 31% FAMU Graduates/Alumni – i.e. thus a 13-To-9 RATIO
Information such as this is CRITICAL and CRUCIAL when sharing with FOREIGN Governments to EXPOSE the WHITE Jews/Zionists/Supremacists TACTICS being used in the 21st Century by the UNITED STATES’ Despotism “CORPORATE” Government Regime and HOW its RACIST/DISCRIMINATORY Attacks are MASKED by using HOUSE NIGGEROES – to AVOID DETECTION - to ACCOMPLISH the OBJECT/GOAL of such CONSPIRACIES: The UNLAWFUL/ILLEGAL Overthrow and Seizure of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)!
This document provides information on Florida's labor market trends in April 2010. It includes the following key points:
- Florida's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for April 2010 was 12.0%, down slightly from 12.3% in March. This was the first monthly decline since February 2006.
- Florida's rate of job decline is steeper than the national rate, with Florida's annual rate of job loss at -1.6% compared to -1.0% nationally.
- Several industries such as construction, manufacturing, and trade/transportation saw significant year-over-year job declines in Florida in April 2010.
4th edition veterans resources guide july 2013Talia Wesley
The document provides an updated resource guide from July 2013 with over 50 sections on veterans resources covering benefits assistance, counseling, credit assistance, resources for female and incarcerated veterans, education benefits, homelessness assistance, and many other support services for veterans and their families. Newly added or updated sections are highlighted to bring attention to the most current information.
The document summarizes family support programs and services that will continue operating in the event of a government shutdown, including commissaries, exchanges, child development centers, military onesource, and mycaa. It also lists some programs that will close, such as education centers and MWR programs, though installation lodges will remain open. The document provides updates on various family support events and programs from different offices such as the DoDEA, family advocacy, and MWR.
The document provides information on 10 sites sailors can use to update records and manage their Navy career. These include sites to review the electronic service record, view training and education records, check awards, view physical readiness results, and apply for tuition assistance. Information is also provided on credentialing opportunities, Navy college programs, and online tutoring resources. Sailors are encouraged to regularly review their records on these sites and take any needed actions to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date.
Budget Preview 2015-16: 'Acche din' for capital market?IndiaNotes.com
FY16 Union Budget would be presented in the backdrop of easing inflation and interest rates but continued growth challenges which the government needs to address.
This document outlines an automotive SEO seminar. It discusses developing targeted content to appear in various asset classes like images, videos and articles to maximize search engine visibility. It provides tips for creating quality content around topics like dealer promotions, manufacturer announcements, customer testimonials and consumer advice. It also gives suggestions on where to place content, such as blogs, industry sites, social media and press releases. Finally, it discusses tools for measuring the effectiveness of SEO strategies like Google Analytics and custom analytics.
Mari smith facebook marketing success webinarGary Thornton
Mari Smith provides a 7-step formula for growing your business using Facebook marketing. She shares details on recent changes to Facebook, including removing tabs and adding a photo viewer lightbox. Smith emphasizes optimizing your Facebook page for these changes, such as using random photo rotations and calls to action overlaid on photos. Her goal is to teach attendees every aspect of Facebook marketing without holding back tips and strategies.
HELTASA: Technological student support services at the Faculty of Military Sc...Mhakamuni
The document discusses planning technological support services for student soldiers at the Faculty of Military Science. It summarizes the key characteristics of the student body which include prolonged absences from formal studies due to military responsibilities, a lack of experience with distance learning, and conflicting demands from their jobs and studies. The military environment presents challenges like frequent relocations, deployments, separation from families, and limited access to technology in some areas. Overall, the support services must be tailored to address the unique needs of the student soldiers in balancing their military duties with academic responsibilities.
Learn24 SEO & Social Media PresentationDerek Edmond
Presentation from the Learn24 Event this past March 2010.
Specific objectives:
* Uncovering SEO opportunities with content
* Building inbound links via Social Media
* Creating content & SEO strategies in coordination with social media initiatives
http://learn24web.com/
http://www.komarketingassociates.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing-summit-commentary/
This document provides a summary of various tax and accounting news from abm & associates, a chartered accountants firm. Key points include:
- Payments made to Google and Yahoo for online advertisements were ruled not taxable in India as websites alone do not constitute a permanent establishment and the services provided were automated with no human intervention.
- Changes were announced to India's consolidated FDI policy guidelines effective April 25, 2013, including allowing 49% foreign airline investment in domestic carriers and raising FDI caps in various sectors.
- TDS rates for the financial year 2013-2014 were outlined for various types of payments to residents.
- The tribunal ruled that UPS systems qualify for the higher 80%
Scientific Integrity and Transparency Under Scrutiny: Lessons from Retractio...Ivan Oransky
This document discusses issues related to scientific integrity and transparency based on lessons learned from Retraction Watch. It notes that retractions are on the rise, with most due to misconduct. It also finds that retractions often take a long time, and retracted papers continue to be cited without acknowledging the retraction. Journals frequently fail to properly notify readers of retractions. "Mega-corrections" involving multiple figure errors are becoming more common. Anonymous whistleblowers and blogs are helping to increase scrutiny of scientific misconduct. Journals are becoming more receptive to addressing issues raised.
On July 17th, the DoD will observe the first ever Military Consumer Protection Day to empower military families against scams related to their unique lifestyle. Throughout July, free consumer resources will be provided to help avoid scams and make informed financial decisions. Service members will have access to tips on protecting themselves from common scams like rental, moving, credit cards, cars, and loans. Local commemoration activities may include seminars and information sharing to raise awareness of scams. Contact your local FFSC for more details.
On July 17th, the Department of Defense will observe the first ever Military Consumer Protection Day to empower military families with resources to avoid scams related to issues like rental, moving, credit cards, cars, and loans. Throughout July, DoD will provide tips to protect against scams and make informed financial decisions. On this day, service members will have access to information on filing complaints and finding consumer protection resources. Being aware of common scams is the first line of defense.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has received over 5,000 complaints from military members and wants to hear from all parts of the military community with questions or complaints about financial products and services.
The article provides information on resources like Navy Getaw
This document provides a summary of events and initiatives related to military families over the past week. It discusses the First Lady announcing an initiative to expand advanced coursework opportunities to 32 high schools serving military students. It also recognizes the Month of the Military Child and various events held throughout DoDEA to honor military children. Finally, it provides information on upcoming webinars from Military OneSource on topics like teen weight management and children's sleep strategies.
Employment Resources for Military Familiesmilfamln
Webinar attendees working with military service members will leave the webinar knowing where to find resources, partnering organizations, and support when working with military spouses seeking educational or career opportunities.
President Ronald Reagan established the first Military Spouse Day in 1984 to recognize the commitment of military spouses to service members' readiness and well-being. The Department of Defense now declares the Friday before Mother's Day each year as Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Bases worldwide hold events throughout the day such as luncheons, workshops, and job fairs to honor military spouses for their sacrifices. Military Spouse Appreciation Day this year is Friday, May 9, and all are invited to recognize and thank military spouses.
6th Edition Veterans Resources Guide - April 2016Talia Wesley
This document provides an updated 69-page veterans resource guide created by Talia Wesley in April 2016. It contains 64 sections covering a wide range of topics to assist veterans, active duty military, and their families. The sections are organized by an index and cover benefits assistance, counseling, employment, education, healthcare and other resources. Highlighted and underlined sections contain new or important updated information.
The purpose of this paper is to share The Committee for Hispanic Children and Families, Inc.’s (CHCF) assessment of the financial and business practices and unmet needs of Latina family child care providers working in low-income communities in New York City. The assessment is based on the results of telephone calls, a questionnaire, review of provider grant applications, home visits and on a composite of CHCF’s thirty years of experience working in the field of ear-ly care and education, including its membership in New York City’s Child Care Resource and Referral Consortium.
This paper, firstly, will provide a background on the child care market; secondly, this paper will describe the assessment process and its findings; and, lastly, it will detail the recommendations to further promote the goal of collaborating with child care providers to become financially in-dependent--keeping with CHCF’s guiding principle “that the most effective way to serve Latino families is by building upon their existing strengths and fostering self-sufficiency.” Ultimately, CHCF will illustrate the potential power of investment in this community-based strategy.
The document provides updates on various programs and initiatives that support military members and their families:
1) The MyCAA program resumed operations on March 13, 2010, allowing existing account holders to access the full website. No new accounts can be created yet.
2) Vermont became the first state in 2010 and the 33rd overall to address military-specific issues of child custody and visitation.
3) New Mexico approved an interstate compact on educational opportunities for military children, becoming the 28th state to do so.
FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY – FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY – UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA BOA...VogelDenise
17 USC § 107 Limitations on Exclusive Rights – FAIR USE
EMERGENCY AMBER ALERT:
This is information EXPOSING the BEHIND-THE-SCENE RACIST and DISCRIMINATORY Practices of Florida Governor Rick Scott and his Lawyers Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz and their CONSPIRACIES to OVERTHROW Florida A&M University and put it in the HANDS of WHITE Jews/Zionists/Supremacists!
PLEASE LET THIS INFORMATION SERVE AS NOTICE TO FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS and THEIR OFFICIALS of WHY THEY ARE BEING ASKED TO GET THE UNITED STATES’ DESPOTISM “CORPORATE” GOVERNMENT REGIME and ITS MILITARY OUT OF THEIR COUNTRY and BUSINESS!
For instance, when REVIEWING the Trustees the Florida Governor has appointed to WHITE Universities, the MAJORITY are GRADUATES/ALUMNI of the Universities of the Board in which they serve on. For instance:
As of 06/11/17, Florida State University’s Board of Trustees are ALL WHITE and 84% with NO BLACKS/AFRICAN-Americans Serving and the Trustees are GRADUATES/ALUMNI!
As of 06/11/17, University of Florida’s Board of Trustees consist of 77% being GRADUATES/ALUMNI; however, there are NO Blacks/African-Americans on their Board!
As of 06/11/17, let’s look at Florida A&M University since Newsome EXPOSED the PLANS of the United States’ DESPOTISM Government Regime and its LEGAL Counsel Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz’ RACIST/DISCRIMINATORY Practices to OVERTHROW and TAKE CONTROL of Florida A&M University – since the
Florida Governor Rick Scott and his Legal Counsel Baker Donelson have ORCHESTRATED the RESIGNATION of Florida A&M University Board of Directors and REPLACED them with NON-FAMU Graduates/Alumni that as of 06/11/17 consist of 69% NON-FAMU Graduates/Alumni [THROWING in a WHITE Man] and ONLY leaving 31% FAMU Graduates/Alumni – i.e. thus a 13-To-9 RATIO
Information such as this is CRITICAL and CRUCIAL when sharing with FOREIGN Governments to EXPOSE the WHITE Jews/Zionists/Supremacists TACTICS being used in the 21st Century by the UNITED STATES’ Despotism “CORPORATE” Government Regime and HOW its RACIST/DISCRIMINATORY Attacks are MASKED by using HOUSE NIGGEROES – to AVOID DETECTION - to ACCOMPLISH the OBJECT/GOAL of such CONSPIRACIES: The UNLAWFUL/ILLEGAL Overthrow and Seizure of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)!
This document provides information on Florida's labor market trends in April 2010. It includes the following key points:
- Florida's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for April 2010 was 12.0%, down slightly from 12.3% in March. This was the first monthly decline since February 2006.
- Florida's rate of job decline is steeper than the national rate, with Florida's annual rate of job loss at -1.6% compared to -1.0% nationally.
- Several industries such as construction, manufacturing, and trade/transportation saw significant year-over-year job declines in Florida in April 2010.
4th edition veterans resources guide july 2013Talia Wesley
The document provides an updated resource guide from July 2013 with over 50 sections on veterans resources covering benefits assistance, counseling, credit assistance, resources for female and incarcerated veterans, education benefits, homelessness assistance, and many other support services for veterans and their families. Newly added or updated sections are highlighted to bring attention to the most current information.
The document summarizes family support programs and services that will continue operating in the event of a government shutdown, including commissaries, exchanges, child development centers, military onesource, and mycaa. It also lists some programs that will close, such as education centers and MWR programs, though installation lodges will remain open. The document provides updates on various family support events and programs from different offices such as the DoDEA, family advocacy, and MWR.
The document provides information on 10 sites sailors can use to update records and manage their Navy career. These include sites to review the electronic service record, view training and education records, check awards, view physical readiness results, and apply for tuition assistance. Information is also provided on credentialing opportunities, Navy college programs, and online tutoring resources. Sailors are encouraged to regularly review their records on these sites and take any needed actions to ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date.
Budget Preview 2015-16: 'Acche din' for capital market?IndiaNotes.com
FY16 Union Budget would be presented in the backdrop of easing inflation and interest rates but continued growth challenges which the government needs to address.
This document outlines an automotive SEO seminar. It discusses developing targeted content to appear in various asset classes like images, videos and articles to maximize search engine visibility. It provides tips for creating quality content around topics like dealer promotions, manufacturer announcements, customer testimonials and consumer advice. It also gives suggestions on where to place content, such as blogs, industry sites, social media and press releases. Finally, it discusses tools for measuring the effectiveness of SEO strategies like Google Analytics and custom analytics.
Mari smith facebook marketing success webinarGary Thornton
Mari Smith provides a 7-step formula for growing your business using Facebook marketing. She shares details on recent changes to Facebook, including removing tabs and adding a photo viewer lightbox. Smith emphasizes optimizing your Facebook page for these changes, such as using random photo rotations and calls to action overlaid on photos. Her goal is to teach attendees every aspect of Facebook marketing without holding back tips and strategies.
HELTASA: Technological student support services at the Faculty of Military Sc...Mhakamuni
The document discusses planning technological support services for student soldiers at the Faculty of Military Science. It summarizes the key characteristics of the student body which include prolonged absences from formal studies due to military responsibilities, a lack of experience with distance learning, and conflicting demands from their jobs and studies. The military environment presents challenges like frequent relocations, deployments, separation from families, and limited access to technology in some areas. Overall, the support services must be tailored to address the unique needs of the student soldiers in balancing their military duties with academic responsibilities.
Learn24 SEO & Social Media PresentationDerek Edmond
Presentation from the Learn24 Event this past March 2010.
Specific objectives:
* Uncovering SEO opportunities with content
* Building inbound links via Social Media
* Creating content & SEO strategies in coordination with social media initiatives
http://learn24web.com/
http://www.komarketingassociates.com/blog/b2b-content-marketing-summit-commentary/
This document provides a summary of various tax and accounting news from abm & associates, a chartered accountants firm. Key points include:
- Payments made to Google and Yahoo for online advertisements were ruled not taxable in India as websites alone do not constitute a permanent establishment and the services provided were automated with no human intervention.
- Changes were announced to India's consolidated FDI policy guidelines effective April 25, 2013, including allowing 49% foreign airline investment in domestic carriers and raising FDI caps in various sectors.
- TDS rates for the financial year 2013-2014 were outlined for various types of payments to residents.
- The tribunal ruled that UPS systems qualify for the higher 80%
Scientific Integrity and Transparency Under Scrutiny: Lessons from Retractio...Ivan Oransky
This document discusses issues related to scientific integrity and transparency based on lessons learned from Retraction Watch. It notes that retractions are on the rise, with most due to misconduct. It also finds that retractions often take a long time, and retracted papers continue to be cited without acknowledging the retraction. Journals frequently fail to properly notify readers of retractions. "Mega-corrections" involving multiple figure errors are becoming more common. Anonymous whistleblowers and blogs are helping to increase scrutiny of scientific misconduct. Journals are becoming more receptive to addressing issues raised.
On July 17th, the DoD will observe the first ever Military Consumer Protection Day to empower military families against scams related to their unique lifestyle. Throughout July, free consumer resources will be provided to help avoid scams and make informed financial decisions. Service members will have access to tips on protecting themselves from common scams like rental, moving, credit cards, cars, and loans. Local commemoration activities may include seminars and information sharing to raise awareness of scams. Contact your local FFSC for more details.
On July 17th, the Department of Defense will observe the first ever Military Consumer Protection Day to empower military families with resources to avoid scams related to issues like rental, moving, credit cards, cars, and loans. Throughout July, DoD will provide tips to protect against scams and make informed financial decisions. On this day, service members will have access to information on filing complaints and finding consumer protection resources. Being aware of common scams is the first line of defense.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has received over 5,000 complaints from military members and wants to hear from all parts of the military community with questions or complaints about financial products and services.
The article provides information on resources like Navy Getaw
This document provides a summary of events and initiatives related to military families over the past week. It discusses the First Lady announcing an initiative to expand advanced coursework opportunities to 32 high schools serving military students. It also recognizes the Month of the Military Child and various events held throughout DoDEA to honor military children. Finally, it provides information on upcoming webinars from Military OneSource on topics like teen weight management and children's sleep strategies.
Employment Resources for Military Familiesmilfamln
Webinar attendees working with military service members will leave the webinar knowing where to find resources, partnering organizations, and support when working with military spouses seeking educational or career opportunities.
President Ronald Reagan established the first Military Spouse Day in 1984 to recognize the commitment of military spouses to service members' readiness and well-being. The Department of Defense now declares the Friday before Mother's Day each year as Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Bases worldwide hold events throughout the day such as luncheons, workshops, and job fairs to honor military spouses for their sacrifices. Military Spouse Appreciation Day this year is Friday, May 9, and all are invited to recognize and thank military spouses.
The document is a newsletter from the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program. The main topics covered in the newsletter include:
1) September is Ombudsman Appreciation Month, and the newsletter encourages readers to thank their Command Ombudsman, who are volunteers that provide information and referrals to address questions and needs of military families.
2) September is also Navy Suicide Prevention Month, and the newsletter discusses the importance of checking in with sailors and loved ones daily to promote mental wellness.
3) The newsletter provides information on upcoming transition assistance workshops and courses, preparing for life after the military, and ensuring school children are fueled for learning with healthy packed lunches.
The document provides updates from various offices within the Military Community and Family Policy organization, including welcoming a new leader, providing support to families affected by events in Japan, celebrating the Month of the Military Child, new STEM education initiatives, state legislative updates, MWR programs building resilience, National Child Abuse Prevention Month activities, an upcoming family resiliency conference, a panel meeting between EFMP managers and HHS, a new eMagazine celebrating military children, upcoming commissary on-site sales, and news articles about military quality of life and benefits.
The document provides information on various programs and services available through Army Community Service (ACS) at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. ACS offers a wide range of programs to support soldiers and their families, including stress management consultations, resume and interview assistance, financial planning help, and more. Major services covered include employment readiness, exceptional family member support, family advocacy, military family life counseling, and survivor outreach. Contact information is provided for each program area.
The document is a newsletter from the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program providing information to help military families meet challenges of the military lifestyle. It discusses resources available through the Family Employment Readiness Program to help military spouses find employment when moving locations frequently. It provides details on programs like Spouse Education and Career Opportunities, the Military Spouse Employment Partnership, and Hiring Our Heroes that can assist spouses with career counseling, job searches, and networking. The newsletter also advertises upcoming webinars on federal employment and the summer reading program "Paws to Read" for children.
The Navy's Fleet and Family Support
Program promotes the self-reliance and resilience of Sailors and their families. We provide information that can help you meet the unique challenges of the military
lifestyle.
Family Connection is a publication of the Navy's Fleet and Family Support Program. The Fleet and Family Support
Program promotes the self-reliance and resilience of Sailors and their families. We provide information that can help you meet the unique challenges of the military lifestyle.
Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Naval Station Mayport, and Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay became the first Navy installations to offer the Department of Defense's SkillBridge program called Onward to Opportunity (O2O). The program provides career skills training to transitioning service members and active duty military spouses up to six months before their transition date by combining industry training, partnerships, and career placement services. All 50 states have now taken action to smooth licensing for military spouses moving between states for their professions. The Fleet and Family Support Centers in San Diego reached 100% registration of ombudsmen in the registry system for the first time, covering Naval Base San Diego, Naval Base Coronado, and Naval Base Point L
FFSP Family Connection Newsletter November 2016FFSP WFL
This document summarizes Military Family Month and honors the contributions of military families. It recognizes that military families endure hardships such as long separations during deployments, changing careers or schools to support a loved one's service. While service members protect the nation, military families also sacrifice and provide crucial support through challenging times. In 2015, President Obama declared November as Military Family Month to acknowledge these "heroes on the home front."
The document provides information on several topics related to military personnel and their families:
1) It announces the deadline of February 17th for applications for the 2010 Scholarships for Military Children Program and lists eligibility requirements.
2) It provides details on the upcoming 2010 Military Saves Campaign during Military Saves Week from February 21-28 to encourage service members and families to commit to saving money.
3) It offers several resources and programs available to support military families including the Joint Family Support Assistance Program, Military OneSource, and free tax filing services through Military OneSource.
This document provides information on various funding resources for alternative education, including federal programs like the GI Bill and scholarships specific to different military branches. It lists programs from the Department of Education, as well as private organizations that offer scholarships. Alternative sources of aid discussed include tuition payment plans, private student loans, and tuition installment plans.
The document provides a summary of news and events related to military and family programs from June 17, 2011. It includes announcements about upcoming hiring fairs and career resources for military spouses, educational opportunities and resources for military children, financial planning tools for civil servants, and other family support initiatives. It also summarizes recent media coverage of efforts to increase support for military families from Hollywood, the cable industry, and other organizations.
The document provides information on various activities and events happening at Fort Bragg and in the surrounding community in the coming weeks. Topics covered include installation access changes with the new Automated Installation Entry System, self-development workshops, health resources for suicide prevention month, sports league signups, financial savings tips, relationship building events, youth programs, single soldier activities, and spiritual services schedule. The weekly newsletter aims to keep soldiers and families informed and engaged through community updates and event listings.
This weekly newsletter provides updates on programs and events related to military community and family policy. Key highlights include:
1) An upcoming meeting of family advocacy program managers to discuss policy issues.
2) An annual summit on domestic abuse fatality reviews within the DoD.
3) The White House announcing a new national strategy to prevent and end homelessness.
4) Participants in an offsite meeting reaching consensus on elements of a new DoD policy for exceptional family member programs.
The document discusses updating your information in the Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System (NFAAS) in case of a natural disaster or other event. It encourages logging into NFAAS to verify your information so that the Navy can account for Navy families affected by a catastrophic event. It also discusses National Nutrition Month and provides tips for healthy eating at the grocery store and when preparing meals at home. It encourages sticking to whole foods and limiting processed foods high in fat, sugar, and salt.
This document provides information about Military Saves Week activities from February 23-28 to encourage service members and their families to save money and achieve financial goals. It discusses events at over 500 installations to promote financial education. Taking the Military Saves pledge, attending savings-focused events, and sharing savings efforts with others are encouraged. The document also provides tips for saving, such as setting savings goals and using automatic savings plans. Financial counseling resources through Fleet and Family Support Centers are mentioned. Military Saves Week aims to motivate military families to save, reduce debt, and build wealth through financial education.
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Three sailors from Coastal Riverine Squadron 10 were injured when their patrol boat ran aground near Charleston harbor during a training exercise. Navy divers from Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2 worked with contractors to recover the sunken patrol boat, raising it from 20 feet of water. Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 15 arrived in Afghanistan to support retrograde operations through completing numerous construction and demolition projects throughout the country.
The Navy Expeditionary Combat Command newsletter provides news clips about NECC activities. Stories included Navy EOD and divers promoting STEM with students, an ECRC sailor receiving the Purple Heart for actions in Afghanistan, a Seabee being invited to take the citizenship oath at the White House, Seabees working in Guatemala to improve maritime response capabilities, and an Army engineer battalion conducting a readiness exercise in Guam.
Two Navy divers, James Reyher and Ryan Harris, died in a diving accident at Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland on February 26. They were assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2. Meanwhile, the Navy Seabees headquarters, First Naval Construction Division, began a realignment on March 1 to improve efficiency by merging with Navy Expeditionary Combat Command and eliminating an unnecessary headquarters layer. The realignment will consolidate Naval Construction Force command under two new Naval Construction Groups, one for the Pacific and one for the Atlantic.
The document provides summaries of several news articles related to Navy Expeditionary Combat Command. Specifically:
1) Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2 held a memorial service for two Navy divers who died in an accident at Aberdeen Proving Grounds.
2) Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 transferred authority for Afghanistan's Navy engineering operations mission to NMCB 15.
3) Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 2 held a change of command ceremony where Cmdr. Charles Eckhart relieved Cmdr. Gregory Hubbard as commanding officer.
The document provides summaries of news articles about activities of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command units from January 11, 2013. Stories include Seabees from CBMU 303 completing a security gate in San Diego, Seabees from CBMU 303 assisting with firewood donations in Washington, and Seabees from NMCB 27 continuing construction operations at an air base in Honduras while assigned to the 4th Fleet.
Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus released a statement supporting the expansion of opportunities for women in the military. He noted that the Navy has opened positions on Virginia Class submarines to women and will expand roles for women in riverine forces and positions supporting Marine infantry. The Marine Corps has also opened additional combat roles to women and will seek volunteers from women for the Infantry Officer Course to further integrate women into the infantry. The goal is to maximize readiness while ensuring success for all servicemembers.
1) The Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) announced its 2012 Sailors of the Year, including the Sea Pacific and Atlantic, Shore Pacific and Atlantic, and Reserve Sailors of the Year. These Sailors demonstrated superior performance, leadership, professionalism and commitment to self-improvement.
2) Navy Individual Augmentee training at Fort Jackson prepares Sailors, over 50% of whom are now Reservists, for combat missions in 19 days through weapons handling, first aid, and other skills training provided by Army drill sergeants who are also Reservists.
3) The article profiles Reservist Logistics Specialist 2nd Class San Luis and Personnel
The document provides news clips from the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command about various Seabee activities. It summarizes projects completed by NMCB 74 on Guam before handing over control of Camp Covington to the Army's 84th Engineer Battalion. It also discusses the NAVFAC Far East commander visiting NMCB 5 Detachment Diego Garcia and Seabees from NMCB 15 and NMCB 3 participating in convoy simulator training and weapons qualifications in preparation for deployment. Finally, it notes that NMCB 11 was awarded the Atlantic Fleet Naval Construction Force Battle Efficiency award for fiscal year 2012.
MSRON 3 returned from a six-month deployment providing security in CENTCOM, EUCOM, and AFRICOM areas of responsibility. In CENTCOM, the unit conducted escorts and embarked security team missions in Kuwait, UAE, and Bahrain. In EUCOM and AFRICOM, teams conducted 42 security missions on aircraft and vessels and for a NATO exercise involving 40 nations. A third detachment provided seaward security in the Horn of Africa. The 180 sailors successfully completed a variety of security missions across three regions, cementing MSRON 3's reputation for flexibility and professionalism.
The 120th CPO birthday 5K run will be held on April 2nd from 1300-1600 at JEB Little Creek. Participants can register online by March 22nd for $25, and all registered runners will receive a t-shirt. Proceeds will benefit the CPO Scholarship Fund. Runners should meet at LZ Green by the Carl Brashear CPO Club, and a social will follow at the club.
The document announces a Returning Warrior Workshop to take place in Portland, Oregon from February 22-24, 2013. It encourages attendees to take advantage of opportunities to explore the city during free time and enjoy the scheduled workshop events as well as free resources available from various organizations. Attendees are directed to register now on the provided website to reserve a spot for themselves and any guests.
Coastal Riverine Force (CRF) operates in harbors, rivers, bays, and along coastlines. The primary mission of CRF is to conduct maritime security operations by defending high value assets and critical infrastructure from enemies through both non-lethal and lethal means. When ordered, CRF is also capable of conducting offensive combat operations. CRF consists of units that are trained and equipped to operate in all weather and conduct missions such as port security, small unit insertion/extraction, and command and control for supporting units.
The document discusses the dangers of distracted driving, particularly cell phone use while driving. It notes that hands-free devices do not eliminate cognitive distraction. Nearly 25% of crashes involve drivers distracted by cell phones. The document encourages readers to make a personal commitment to drive cell free, research technology to prevent cell use while driving, contact elected officials to support legislation, and download a cell phone policy kit to implement policies at work. It provides several specific suggestions for how to curb cell phone use while driving and help change the culture.
The document discusses communication plans and methods for command family readiness teams (CFRTs) to provide information to service members and families during deployments or crises. It emphasizes communicating accurate and timely information through various channels like email, social media, newsletters, and websites to appeal to multi-generational audiences. CFRTs must have reliable communication practices in place and understand how to use different methods simultaneously. Confidentiality is also important when communicating official information.
The document outlines the roles of personnel in family readiness and discusses incorporating families into the Fleet Readiness Training Plan (FRTP) using a Total Force Fitness (TFF) model. It describes the four phases of the FRTP - Maintenance, Basic, Integrated, and Sustainment - and provides examples of how each phase could address the eight components of TFF to support family readiness. The overall goal is to integrate family readiness fully into command readiness so that sailors can focus on the mission knowing their families are also ready and supported.
The document outlines the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in Navy family readiness programs, including the Family Readiness Officer, Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, Command Master Chief, Chaplains, Ombudsman, Family Readiness Group leadership, and spouses. It describes how the Combat Ready Manual aims to support and augment existing family readiness programs through team building, proactive planning, building resiliency, and total force fitness. It provides specific responsibilities for each role in family crisis response and communication.
The document discusses crisis response and trauma within the military community. It notes statistics on casualties and incidents over a given period. It then outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Command Family Readiness Team (CFRT) and Casualty Assistance and Response (CARE) Team in responding to crises and providing support to affected families. Key aspects covered include maintaining privacy and confidentiality when assisting families, understanding the casualty notification process, and preventing stress and compassion fatigue for those responding.
This document outlines the agenda for a NECC Family Readiness Symposium taking place over two days. The agenda includes capability briefings, guest speakers, chapter sessions on topics like crisis, trauma and resiliency led by facilitators, and a leadership panel discussion. Breakout groups will discuss chapters on communications, total force fitness, roles of personnel, and family readiness during the sessions.
1) The document discusses crisis response and trauma within the Navy Expeditionary Force. It outlines the responsibilities of the Crisis Family Readiness Team (CFRT) in planning for, responding to, and helping with long term recovery from crises and traumatic events.
2) The CFRT has specific duties in each phase including ensuring preparedness plans and resources are in place, providing initial response and support to impacted sailors/families, and facilitating ongoing community support and monitoring of needs during recovery.
3) Key roles of the CFRT include the Commanding Officer, Command Master Chief, Family Readiness Officer, Ombudsman, Care Team volunteers, and ensuring communication plans and casualty response procedures are understood.
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Resources
1. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to provide information on
available resources to assist the Command Family Readiness Team.
There are over 100 programs, government, military, local, public, and
private agencies and organizations available to provide support to
mitigate challenges of a Navy Expeditionary lifestyle. This list is
not all inclusive.
General Military Sites
MilitaryOne Source
DoD-sponsored website containing numerous resources for military
spouses and families. Requires setting up an account to access the
Navy webpages. A toll-free hotline (1-800-342-9647) is available 24
hours a day. http://www.militaryonesource.com
MilitaryHomefront
MilitaryHomefront is the official Department of Defense web site for
reliable Quality of Life information designed to help troops and their
families, leaders and service providers.
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil
Joint Family Support Assistance Program (JFSAP)
JFSAP augments existing family programs to provide a continuum of
support and services based on member and family strengths and needs
and available resources. The primary focus of support is families who
are geographically dispersed from military installations. Services are
delivered in local communities through collaborative partnerships with
Federal, State, and local resources.
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/portal/page/mhf/MHF/MHF_HOME_1?se
ction_id=20.80.500.310.0.0.0.0.0
Joint Family Resource Center (JFRC)
On-demand counseling, educational materials, and programs provided to
support command sponsored deployment.
http://jfsap.mhf.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=310:1:2676873042222994
Navy Knowledge On-line
Official Navy website for Sailor career management, personal
development, leadership development, elearning, and other reverence
materials. Their website is available to authorized family members.
https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil
USA4 Military Families
The USA4 Military Families is a DoD and State partnership initiative
seeks to engage and educate state policymakers, not-for-profit
associations, concerned business interests, and other state leaders
about the needs of Military members and their families, particularly
2. as those needs intersect with state public policy.
www.USA4MilitaryFamilies.dod.mil
Education Resources
Naval Services FamilyLine
Naval Services FamilyLine has created their page to highlight the
spouse education training modules developed to assist the Navy spouse
in various areas including: communication, CO/XO spouse education,
crisis management, deployment/support groups, entertaining with ease,
etiquette and protocol, and spouse mentoring. www.nsfamilyline.org
FamilyLine’s Guidelines for the Spouses of CPOs
Their booklet, developed by volunteer support at FamilyLine, is
available as a resource for the spouses of newly-selected Chief Petty
Officers. It describes the roles and responsibilities of the Chief to
help spouses understand the increased responsibility of their new
Chief. http://www.nsfamilyline.org/images/Guidelines_for_Spouses_of_CPOs_2009.pdf
COMPASS (Spouse Mentoring)
COMPASS is a standardized Team-Mentoring program developed by spouses
for spouses. COMPASS improves quality of life through education,
enabling spouses to understand, experience and meet the challenges of
the Navy lifestyle. http://www.nsfamilyline.org/compass.html
USMC Spouses Learning Series
The Spouses' Learning Series provides Sailor Corps spouses the
opportunity to further their personal and professional growth. The
series provides skills and educational development in the following
areas: Relationship Building, Personal and Professional Empowerment,
Business Management and Leadership, Goal Setting, Self-care, Stress
Reduction, and Life/Work Balance.
http://www.mccsmcrd.com/Marine_Corps_Family_Team_Building/Spouses_Learning_Series.as
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Command Spouse Leadership Course (CSLC), Newport RI
Their course is an officially funded Navy course which focuses on
building an effective commanding officer/spouse team. It provides the
dedicated time and tools for the couple to discuss, prioritize, plan,
and formulate their personal Command Tour Charter.
https://www.netc.navy.mil/centers/cppd/cls/Spouse.aspx?ID=2
Checklists For Military Spouses
A part of the Military One Source webpage, their site provides very
useful information on a variety of topics, like deployment, for
military spouses and families.
http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/FindInformation/Category/Topic/Issue/Material.aspx
?MaterialTypeID=9&MaterialID=13174
3. Navy & Sailor Corps Relief Society Spouse Tuition Aid Program
The Spouse Tuition Aid Program is open only to spouses residing with
the active duty service member stationed at overseas locations. STAP
is administered locally by an NMCRS office overseas.
http://www.nmcrs.org/stap.html
Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.)
(USMC)
The mission of the L.I.N.K.S. Subcommittee is to act in an advisory
capacity to the Family Readiness Committee (FRC) of the Sailor Corps
Community Services Board of Directors on all matters that impact the
L.I.N.K.S. program. Their website also provides numerous other
resources for spouses and families.
http://www.usmc-mccs.org/links/index.cfm
Employment Resources
The Occupational Outlook Handbook
A nationally recognized source of career information, designed to
provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about
their future work lives. http://www.bls.gov/oco/
Military Spouse Corporate Career Network
The Military Spouse Corporate Career Network, MSCCN, is dedicated to
providing career opportunities and job portability for military
spouses. http://msccn.org/
Military Spouse Career Center
Their website provides valuable information for military spouses
seeking employment. Resources include creating your resume and job
search functions. http://www.military.com/spouse
Family Employment Readiness Program
Family Centers provide information and referral on employment,
education, training, and volunteer opportunities for spouses.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetandFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/FamilyEmployment/FamilyEmploymentReadinessProgram/i
ndex.htm
Military OneSource Spouse Training, Education & Career
Their website provides many employment-related resources including
benefits, communication, handling job-related situations, management
skills, and other employment information.
http://www.militaryonesource.com/MOS/FindInformation/Category.aspx?NoCookieCTI=1&Cat
egoryID=167
America’s Job Bank
Visit our site and see how we can help you find the job that's right
for you. Thousands of new jobs are posted daily by employers searching
for someone like you.
http://www.ajb.org/
4. Spouses To Teachers (STT)
STT is designed to assess the needs of spouses relative to becoming a
teacher. The program provides support to eligible spouses in pursuit
of K-12 teaching positions. Spouses to Teachers is represented in
California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Texas, Virginia, North
Carolina, South Carolina, Louisiana, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, New
Mexico, and Utah.
http://www.spousestoteachers.com/index.html
USAJobs
USA Jobs is the official job site of the U.S. Federal Government.
Their web page provides portals to government sites where you can look
for jobs; learn about special programs and initiatives; and find
information on how jobs are classified and filled, government
benefits, and much more.
http://www.usajobs.gov/
Military Spouse Career Center Job Search Website
Search for jobs from their website. Job seekers can search according
to geographic location and job category.
http://jobsearch.spouse.military.com/
Military Spouse – Friendly Employers
Part of the Military Spouse Career Center, their website provides a
list of military spouse-friendly employers to narrow job searches for
military spouses.
http://www.military.com/spouse
Military Spouse Job Search
Designed to enhance the employment opportunities for spouses of US
Military members with employers committed to hiring military spouses
and to connect employers with a talented, global, diverse workforce.
http://www.americasjobexchange.com/
National Military Family Association – Spouse Employment
The information found here is designed to help familiarize military
spouses with the tools that are available to assist military spouses
in their job search. Other family topics provide information on
deployment support, education, family life, military benefits.
http://www.nmfa.org/site/PageServer?pagename=home_spouseemployment
TAOnline.com
TAOnline.com, one of the very first e-recruiting sites for the
hundreds of thousands of job seekers from the military community
(active service members, veterans, DoD civilians, spouses, family
members and others), has successfully placed military talent in
civilian jobs for close to decade.
http://www.taonline.com/
5. Resources for Military Spouses
Military One Source
Resources to help military spouses obtain information about careers,
family, and deployments. Also includes links to official and
unofficial websites with information and resources for spouses and
families.
http://www.militaryonesource.com
Military Spouse
The Military Spouse Resource Center is designed to assist the spouses
of U.S. total force military personnel. Our mission is to provide easy
access to information, resources, and opportunities related to
education, training, and employment within the United States.
http://www.milspouse.org/
Military Spouse Magazine
Military Spouse is a bi-monthly consumer magazine that is by, for, and
about U.S. military spouses.
The content incorporates all aspects of life in the military.
http://www.milspouse.com/
Family Support & Relocation Assistance
Our goal is to provide a comprehensive resource for Navy spouses and
their families to access information about the Navy communities in
which they reside or to which they may be relocating.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetandFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/RelocationAssistance/index.htm
Military Families.com
Extensive information and resource website for Family Members of the
Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Sailor Corps, National Guard, Navy, and
Reserves. http://www.4militaryfamilies.com/navyspouses.htm
Navy Wives
Extensive information and resource website specifically designed for
Navy spouses. Website is hosted by a retired Sailor couple.
http://www.navywives.com/
Military Front for Families
MFF is a place for all who have loved ones serving in today's
military. Our goal is to help military families help themselves.
http://mff.4mg.com/
Resources for Families
Naval Services FamilyLine
Established in 1965 by and for Navy spouses, FamilyLine has now
expanded to include Sailor Corps and Coast Guard families. Naval
Services FamilyLine volunteers provide assistance, information, and/or
referral in all matters pertaining to the military or its lifestyle.
FamilyLine's mission is empowering our sea service families to meet
6. the challenges of a military lifestyle with information and resource
assistance.
http://www.nsfamilyline.org/
http://www.nsfamilyline.org/
Ask Military Pay (Defense Finance and Accounting Service [DFAS])
Official DFAS website providing responsive, professional finance and
accounting services for the people who defend America means delivering
timely useful information. Our site allows customers the ability to
request support or provide feedback. Topics cover pay tables, BAH
allowances, clothing allowances, separation pay, drill pay, and
viewing LES online. http://www.dfas.mil/
National Military Family Association
Their website provides information on family topics such as deployment
support, education, family life, military benefits.
http://www.nmfa.org
Military Assistance Program Central
An internet desk guide providing information for families and family
program professionals throughout the Department of Defense. Resources
and information include Chaplains, Commissaries, education, crisis
intervention, exchanges, health, housing, and legal services.
http://www.dod.mil/mapcentral/index.html
Navy Life Pacific Northwest
Northwest area website containing local and regional items and
resources of interest. www.navylifepnw.com
Health Care
TRICARE
Website resource for TRICARE and other medical-related issues.
http://www.tricare.mil
United Concordia
Website resource for dental care plan.
http://www.ucci.com
Mental Health
Anonymous, on-line mental health screening tool to help individuals
assess their mental health.
http://www.MilitaryMentalHealth.org
Military Severely Injured Center (24/7 support)
Provides basic information for severely injured military members and
their families including 24/7 hotline support. (1-888-774-1361)
http://www.military.com/support
7. Handbook for families of wounded Service Members
Our Hero Handbook is a guide to walk wounded Service members and their
families from day one through recovery, transition, and beyond. Their
resource is intended not only for the wounded and their families, but
also for all branches, military units, Family Readiness Groups, and
Military Treatment Facility personnel. Their resource is a fluid
document that will change constantly as the processes and resources
change.
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/portal/page/mhf/MHF/MHF_DETAIL_1?section_id=20.
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National and community organizations providing assistance to families
of wounded Service Member
Their website provides links to organizations and corporations that
have expressed interest in helping establish Heroes to Hometowns
programs or otherwise assist severely injured Service members and
their families through their national organizations or through their
local points of contact. They can be valuable resources in your local
community. Check their web sites to locate local points of contact or
contact the national point of contact for more information on local
resources.
http://qolsearch.mhf.dod.mil/search/cgi‐bin/query‐
meta?v%3Aproject=militaryhomefront&query=Heroes+to+Hometowns+
NRSW Youth Programs
Webpage with schedules for different youth programs and other MWR/YP
resources and information.
http://mwrtoday.com/sandiego/families/
Identity Theft
Identity Theft
Official Federal Trade Commission resource on identity theft.
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft//
Credit Reporting Bureaus
Equifax: 1-800-525-6285; www.equifax.com; P.O. Box 740241, Atlanta, GA
30374-0241
Experian: 1-888-EXPERIAN (397-3742); www.experian.com; P.O. Box 9532,
Allen, TX 75013
TransUnion: 1-800-680-7289; www.transunion.com; Fraud Victim
Assistance Division, P.O. Box 6790, Fullerton, CA 92834-6790
Relocation
Family Support & Relocation Assistance
Our goal is to provide a comprehensive resource for Navy spouses and
their families to access information about the Navy communities in
which they reside or to which they may be relocating.
8. http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetandFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/RelocationAssistance/index.htm
Financial
Navy Sailor Corps Relief Society
The mission of the Navy-Sailor Corps Relief Society is to provide, in
partnership with the Navy and Sailor Corps, financial, educational,
and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United
States, eligible family members, and survivors when in need; and to
receive and manage funds to administer these programs. The Society
provides financial assistance to eligible recipients in the form of:
Interest-free loans and grants to meet emergency needs: needs-based
scholarships and interest-free loans for educational purposes. In
addition, the Society offers the following services: Budget Counseling
Services, Food Lockers at some locations, Infant Layettes — "junior
seabags" and Budget for Baby Seminars, Thrift Shops, and Visiting
Nurse Services. http://www.nmcrs.org
Navy Fleet & Family Support Programs
Fleet & Family Support Centers
Official website of the FFSCs. The FFSC provides numerous counseling,
assistance and referral resources for Sailors and their families
including transition counseling, family advocacy, and personal
financial management.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/index.htm
Fleet & Family Support Centers Directory
List of all FFSCs.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetandFamilyReadiness/PhoneDirector
y/index.htm
Deployment Resources
Deployment Health and Family Readiness Library!
Their library provides service members, families, veterans and
healthcare providers an easy way to quickly find deployment health and
family readiness information. Within their library you will find
access to fact sheets, guides, and other products on a wide variety of
topics published by the services and organizations that serve you.
http://deploymenthealthlibrary.fhp.osd.mil/
Kids Information on Deployment Stuff (K.I.D.S.)
The K.I.D.S. website provides deployment information for youth of
military families. The information is categorized by grade groupings
to address specific age/grade groups.
www.deploymentkids.com
9. Deployment Health Support
Their website contains information on preparing for deployment and
improving personal and family readiness. http://fhp.osd.mil/deploymentTips.jsp
Deployment Support/Readiness Program Homepage
The focus is on both the practical and emotional aspects of readiness
including financial issues, communication, Fleet Response Plan
readiness, and coping strategies. Input from Navy leadership, service
members and their families have indicated that the needs and concerns
of service members facing deployments, whether single or married, are
essentially the same. Therefore, the content is designed to
effectively meet the needs of both single and married populations.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/index.htm
Deployment Support Guide
As a leading publisher of military magazines, AmeriForce Publishing
focuses on four very important aspects of military life: Relocation,
military family-life,
service in the Reserve or National Guard and deployment issues.
http://www.ameriforce.net/deployment
National Military Family Association
The NMFA’s mission is to educate military families concerning their
rights, benefits and services available to them and to inform them
regarding the issues that affect their lives and to promote and
protect the interests of military families by influencing the
development and implementation of legislation and policies affecting
them. Their website has numerous deployment and other support
resources.
http://www.nmfa.org
MilitaryOne Source
DoD-sponsored website containing numerous resources for military
spouses and families. Requires setting up an account to access the
Navy webpages. A toll-free hotline (1-800-342-9647) is available 24
hours a day. http://www.militaryonesource.com
American Red Cross
ARC provides numerous services and resources to the community
including first aid and CPR training. http://www.redcross.org
Resources for Children and Youth
Kids Information on Deployment Stuff (K.I.D.S.)
The K.I.D.S. website provides deployment information for youth of
military families. The information is categorized by grade groupings
to address specific age/grade groups.
www.deploymentkids.com
10. Military Teens On The Move
Their site was designed with you in mind. Maybe you’ve had to relocate
a zillion times. We know how difficult and stressful it can be to have
to move, say goodbye to your friends, switch schools, start over and
all that. http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=MYOM:HOME:0
VA Kids
Their website has information and activities for kids. Information is
categorized: K-5th grade, 6-12th grade, and a section for teachers and
those wanting to learn about veterans. http://www.va.gov/kids/
Student Jobs
Their website provides information to older youth on creating resumes
and how to search and apply for jobs. Website includes federal
government job listing. http://www.studentjobs.gov/
Department Of Labor Youth Labor
Their website provides numerous resources for youth and parents of
youth on various labor-related issues. Website includes activities,
general information, and statistics. Although geared toward the
parents of youth, older youth will find valuable information they can
use on their website.
http://www.dol.gov/dol/topic/youthlabor/ParentsofYoung.htm
Youth Rules!
Their website provides basic information on employment rules that
apply to youth.
http://www.youthrules.dol.gov/teens/default.htm
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) For Kids
Official FDA website with health-related information and activities
for youth. http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ByAudience/ForKids/default.htm
FEMA for Kids
Official FEMA website with disaster preparedness information and
activities geared toward kids. http://www.fema.gov/kids/
Health Finder For Kids
Their website provides youth information on health- and safety-related
issues. http://www.healthfinder.gov/kids/
Kidd Safety
A youth-oriented website that provides general safety information and
education. http://www.cpsc.gov/kids/kidsafety/index.html
CNIC Child & Youth Programs
Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) provide developmental child care
and youth recreational programs and services for eligible children and
youth ages 4 weeks to 18 years of age. Programs and services are
specifically designed and operated to meet the unique needs of the
military mission and Service members and their families.
11. http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetandFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/ChildAndYouthPrograms/index.htm
Morale, Welfare, and Recreation
MWR homepage, links to child & youth programs and other programs
available to military families. http://www.mwr.navy.mil/
Child & Youth Programs Home page
Navy Child and Youth Programs (CYP) provide high quality educational
and recreational programs for children and youth. Teams of caring,
knowledgeable professionals plan developmentally appropriate programs
that are responsive to the unique needs, abilities, and interests of
children. Our staff fosters a sense of independence, trust and
responsibility within each child through understanding and respectful
interactions. Likewise, through positive relationships, our programs
respect and support the ideals, cultures, and values of families in
their task of nurturing children and youth. We are advocates for
children, families, and the child and youth professionals within our
programs and surrounding communities.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/index.htm
Navy Mid-Atlantic Region Child Placement Programs
Navy Child Development Programs (CDP) support operational readiness,
mission accomplishment and retention while assisting military
personnel in balancing the competing demands of family life and
improving the economic viability of the family. Navy CDP provides
high quality, developmentally appropriate Programs in Child
Development Centers (CDC), Child Development Homes (CDH), Child
Development Group Homes (CDGH), and School-Age Care (SAC)/ Youth
programs for children from the ages of six weeks to twelve years.
http://www.nsa-norva.navy.mil/mwr/childcare.htm
FFSC New Parent Support
The New Parent Support Home Visitation Program is a team of
professionals providing supportive and caring services to military
families with new babies. Their program offers expectant parents and
parents of newborn and young children the opportunity to learn new
skills as parents and to improve old ones in the privacy of your home.
http://www.cnic.navy.mil/CNIC_HQ_Site/WhatWeDo/FleetAndFamilyReadiness/FamilyReadine
ss/FleetAndFamilySupportProgram/index.htm
NRNW Child Development Homes
Our CDH program has over 100 homes throughout the region certified
by Navy Child Development to provide childcare for children up to 12
years of age. They provide the same level of high quality care found
in our on-base centers, but are often able to offer a little more
flexibility in services. CDH providers offer developmental programs
and receive training and home visits on a monthly basis.
http://www.navylifepnw.com/site/127/Child-Development-Homes.aspx
12. NRNW School-Age Care
Our School Age Care (SAC) programs are designed for the working parent
to have a safe place for their children to go before and after school,
providing them with peace of mind to do their job. These highly
structured recreational and educational programs provide youth with
age appropriate before and after school activities as well as holiday
and summer day camps for youth ages 5 years (and enrolled in
kindergarten) - 12 years.
http://www.navylifepnw.com/site/129/School-Age-Care.aspx
NRNW Child Development Centers
Child Development Centers (CDC) offer center based care for children 0
to 5 years of age.
http://www.navylifepnw.com/site/126/Child-Development-Center.aspx
NRNW Teen Programs
Our youth programs offer a variety of exciting activities, special
interest clubs and sports for kids ages 6-17 (18 if still enrolled in
high school). Their recreation program is different from the SAC
program in that programs are usually a little less structured and
program hours are limited to after school, early evening and weekends.
Kids can participate in activities such as foosball or pool, playing
team sports or spending time on the internet, and chatting with
friends from their last installation. We offer field trips, special
interest clubs and homework help as well.
http://www.navylifepnw.com/site/130/Youth---Teen-Programs.aspx
Child and Youth Programs
US Naval Sea Cadet Corps
Since 1958 the Naval Sea Cadet Corps has been committed to providing
American youth with a drug and alcohol free environment to foster
their leadership abilities, broaden their horizons through hands-on
training and guide them to becoming mature young adults. Today, the
NSCC has formed partnerships with organizations such as the Foundation
for Teaching Economics and the Flying Midshipman Association to offer
cadets broader opportunities in areas of leadership and aviation.
http://www.seacadets.org/public/
Drug Education For Youth (DEFY)
DEFY focuses on building youngsters' self-image and setting goals.
Along the way it raises awareness of the harmful effects of alcohol
and other drugs, as well as the dangerous effects of peer pressure to
join gangs. The structured curriculum offers education, skill
development and physical fitness. DEFY is all about creating positive
experiences so that kids will choose healthy alternatives instead of
substance abuse and gang involvement.
http://www.public.navy.mil/bupers‐npc/support/nadap/defy/pages/default2.aspx
13. Other Service Resources
Sailors
Sailor Corps Community Services (MCCS)
Their website contains useful information about the day-to-day
operations of MCCS. You will find links to the MCCS Board of
Directors, Congressional Testimony, Annual Reports, Strategic Plans,
Program Policies, Sales Reports, and responses to recent Media Queries
that will provide you with an insiders perspective on how these very
important benefits are provided for Sailors and their families.
www.usmc-mccs.org
MCCS Family Life
Being married to a Sailor is said to be the toughest job in Corps. To
help meet the demands of the challenging lifestyle that our families
experience everyday, MCCS offers a variety of programs that help build
strong families. Resources include new parent support program, family
housing, deployment support, education, Family Readiness Officer,
L.I.N.K.S., and CREDO.
http://www.usmc‐mccs.org/family/index.cfm
Key Volunteer Network
The KVN is an integral part of a Sailor Corps unit family readiness
program and is the primary communication link between the commanding
officer and the unit families for the enhancement of mission readiness
and supports the spouses of the unit Sailors by providing
communication from the command, serving as a source for information
and referral services and by helping foster a sense of community
within the unit. http://www.usmc-mccs.org/kvn/index.cfm
Coast Guard
Official Website
http://www.uscg.mil/
Unofficial USCG Support Group
CoastieChicks.net, an un-official United States Coast Guard support
group. Their site is intended for Coast Guard Spouses, but anyone
associated with the Coast Guard may participate.
http://coastiechicks.net/
Army
Official Website
http://www.army.mil/
Virtual Family Readiness Group (vFRG)
The Virtual Family Readiness Group (vFRG) web system provides all of
the functionality of a traditional FRG in an ad-hoc and on-line
setting to meet the needs of geographically dispersed units and
14. families across all components of the Army. The vFRG links the
deployed Soldier, their family, the FRG leader, the unit Commander,
the rear detachment, and other family readiness personnel on their own
controlled access web system to facilitate the exchange of information
and provide a sense of community, using technology to automate manual
processes and provide enhanced services and communications.
www.ArmyFRG.org
My Army Life Too
Their website contains resources and useful information for Army
families. Families of military personnel from other services deployed
with the Army may find much of their information useful.
http://www.myarmylifetoo.com/skins/malt/home.aspx?mode=user
National Guard
The NGB-FP portal is an online community that enables the Guard
community to access information on NGB-FP programs, benefits,
resources and training. The portal is aimed at increasing support
through improved communication for: family members, youth, volunteer
core, family program paid staff, service members, school educators and
administrators, other supporting groups.
www.nationalguard.com
Other Helpful Sites
Order birth, marriage, death certificates (private organization)
http://usabirthcertificatebureau.com/
Absentee Voting
http://www.fvap.gov/
Better Business Bureau
http://www.bbb.org/