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1 92 FSS/FSFR 03/12 HELPING AGENCY (IDS) PHONE NUMBERS Airman & Family Services Flight Chief A&FRC Youth Center Child Development Center Family Child Care Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC) Chapel Pastoral & Family Counseling After-hours Duty Chaplain Fairchild Clinic Appointment Line On-Line at Health & Wellness Center (HAWC) HAWC Mental Health Mental Health Family Advocacy Program Drug Demand Reduction Alcohol & Drug Prevention/Treatment Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Coordinator Hotline Coordinator (247-SARC) AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS 4 W Castle St, Fairchild AFB WA (509) DSN From our house to yours Quarterly Newsletter The Airman & Family Readiness Center hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 7:00am-4:00pm Thursday 7:00am-3:00 pm The A&FRC will be closed on the following dates: 28 May 2012 The Family Services Loan Closet and Airman s Attic hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:00pm Apr/Jun 2012 Volume 6, Issue 2 Inside this issue Relocation Assistance Transition Assistance Parents to Be 7 Family Services 8-9 Money Matters Family Readiness 13 Upcoming Events & Information A&FRC Calendar Scan It!

2 Relocation Assistance Sponsorship Training Sponsorship training is an annual requirement for sponsors of inbound military and civilian personnel. (AFI ) The A&FRC provides relocation information, education, and skills development, and ensures current information and resources are available. Sponsorship is a commander s program and is extremely important to the entire Fairchild community. It provides informed sponsors who make a dramatic impact on new members of Team Fairchild. A well-prepared sponsor is an important part of mission readiness! June 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 Online training: Right Start Dates: 13 Apr 2012, 11 May 2012, 8 Jun Base ing 5 6 Base ing Right Start Heart Link Right Start is part of the welcoming process at Fairchild AFB. A wide range of agencies from on and off base are represented to provide information about Fairchild AFB and the Spokane area. This brief is usually on the second Friday of each month from Spouses highly encouraged to attend. Call to register Civilian Resume R Base ing 13 TSP and Investments Base ing Steps to a Federal Job Pre-Sep Helpful Relocation Web Sites Smooth Move R3 27 Base ing 28 Pre-Sep Page 2 Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 19

3 May 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 6 7 Base ing 1 8 R Civilian Resume Bundles Babies R Base ing RC Closed A&FRC Closed 22 Smooth Move rief 29 R3 2 Base ing Employ Forum I10 Steps to a Federal Job First Time Home Buying Seminar Base ing Pre-Sep Right Start Pre-Sep 5 Military Spouses Day Relocation Assistance Smooth Move Dates: 24 Apr 2012, 22 May 2012, 26 Jun 2012 Hosted by the Airman & Family Readiness Center, this class helps military and civilian personnel, and family members, prepare for their upcoming PCS. Experts from Housing, Travel Pay, Tricare, Family Advocacy, Legal Claims, TMO, SLO, and the A&FRC provide information on relocation entitlements and what to expect during your relocation process. Numerous resources are also available. Meets the vmpf requirement for Legal Claims out-processing. Spouses are encouraged to attend! To reserve your class seat call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at Moving? How About Free Child Care? The Child Care for PCS Program is intended to help relieve some of the stress felt by families in the process of a PCS move. For active-duty Air Force families, the Air Force Aid Society will pay up to 20 hours of child care (per child) in licensed Family Child Care homes on base or in affiliated homes off base. Families may use this program at both the losing and gaining bases. Families may use the 20 hours of child care within 60 days before the family's departure from a base, and 60 days after arriving at the new base. This program is open to all ranks. Active-duty Air Force families with PCS orders may obtain a Child Care for PCS Certificate at the Airman & Family Readiness Center at each base. Page 18 Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 3

4 Transition Assistance Take the guesswork out of your transition to civilian life! This four-day workshop is intended to assist those military members who are six months to two years from their separation or retirement date with planning their transition from the military to civilian community. Included in the class is information on self assessment, financial preparedness, job search, resume writing, interviewing, and negotiation skills. The Small Business Administration also is present for those who wish to start a business of their own. Upcoming Classes 3-6 Apr May Jun 2012 Class Times: Civilian Attire Preferred April 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 Base 3 R Civilian Resume Protecting Children Base ing Pre-Sep Right Start Reconnections Event Fun Spot Month of Military Child 14 Helpful Transition Websites Upcoming 10 Steps To A Federal Job Classes 18 Apr May Jun 2012 Class Times: Spouses Encouraged To Attend Base 17 R Smooth Move Steps to a Federal Job Home-Based Career Program Car Buying Basics Pre-Sep 27 Reconnections Caring For People Forum Page 4 Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 17

5 Information Are You Deploying Soon?... Operation Pillowcase Free pillowcase with your favorite photo for deployed service members and their families. Leave this tangible keepsake with your loved ones or take one with you. Bring in a photo and choose your favorite color of pillow case (pink, white, blue, green). Ready in about 1 week! Flat Daddy/Mommy Free life-size posters of deploying service member to help your children stay connected during your deployment. Simply come in to the A&FRC to have you picture taken, no appointment necessary. Ready in about 2 weeks. Page 16 April is Month of the Military Child Join us at the Fun Spot April Following the Easter Egg Hunt come to the Fun Spot for free food and excitement. Deployment related material available for your loved ones. Spouse Appreciation Day 5 May 2012, Free Lunch. Pampering for all military spouses Transition Assistance Employment Forum Save the Date! Are you a military member retiring or separating? Are you a military spouse looking for employment? Do you have a military ID? The Employment Forum will offer resources and opportunities for you to explore employment in the local Northwest. 16 May 2012 Forum Times: No sign up is required Upcoming Resume Classes 10 Apr May Jun 2012 Class Times: Call to make class reservation Discovery Center M, Tu, W, F Th The Discovery Center is a multi-media resource center for members and families. Use the internet to check personal , access internet job banks, acquire local area job information, apply for jobs on-line, find national and international job information. Professional assistance in resume review, cover letter preparation, and local job contacts is available by appointment. Spouse employment assistance is available to help customers in achieving short-term and long term employment and career goals. For more information contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 5

6 Transition Assistance Heart Link 8 Jun Heart Link is a beneficial program that strives to strengthen military families and enhance mission readiness. In this orientation class, spouses will learn about the Air Force mission, military customs, traditions and protocol, as well as support resources and services available to them. This is a wonderful way to meet other Air Force spouses, and learn about military life together. Page 6 Pre-Separation Counseling 12 & 26 Apr & 31 May & 28 Jun 2011 Class Times: Excellent information and resources to make the decision critical to the next state of life employment, veterans benefits, health care, financial, DD 214 and much more. Military personnel are required to attend at least 90 days prior to separation or retirement; spouse is encouraged to attend. Call A&FRC at to register. Advance registration is required Lunch provided! Child Care Reimbursed For more information, or to sign up for the next class, please call your Airman & Family Readiness Center at Employment Discovery Resource Center The Discovery Center is a multi-media resource center for members and families. Use the internet to check personal , access internet job banks, acquire local area job information, apply for jobs on-line, find national and international job information. Professional assistance in resume review, cover letter preparation, and local job contacts is available by appointment. Spouse employment assistance is available to help customers in achieving short-term and long term employment and career goals. For more information contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at Job Search Networking Group Every Wednesdays, 12:00 1:00 Resume Reviews At A&FRC Discovery Resource Center Home-Based Career & Telework Job Development Program 25 Apr 2012 Time: Open to spouses of active-duty Air Force personnel Learn how and where to find legitimate home-based work opportunities. The first 50 spouses to register will receive a Free book for the class. will cover self-assessments, pros and cons of home-based work, recognizing work-at-home scams, telework-friendly companies, and more. Register with the A&FRC at Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 15

7 Upcoming Events Caring For People Summit 27 Apr 2012 Who: Any Adult with base access What: Caring for People Summit a forum to identify and prioritize issues that affect Team Fairchild members and families When: Friday, Apr 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Why: Be part of the solution! Voice your concerns and suggestions on Air Force policy and/or support services Parents to Be Bundles for Babies 15 May 2012, Are you planning to become a parent? The Airman & Family Readiness Center would like to invite expectant parents to a fun and educational class providing information on welcoming a new addition to your family. Topics discussed include: the developmental stages, financial planning and the emotional aspects of having a new baby. Classes are open to all expectant families and those who have had a baby within the past three months. All Parents to Be that attend will receive a FREE bundle of baby goodies. Please call to reserve your slot at Where: Base Chapel Lunch provided! Must RSVP: Airman & Family Readiness Center POC Ms Melissa Still at or melissa.still@us.af.mil Operation Stork Expecting a child? Operation Stork gives away free layettes to all military members expecting a child. This program is funded by the Washington State American Legion Auxiliary and Fairchild OSC. Layettes must be reserved before expected birth. Stop by today and sign up. Contact Family Services at Page 14 Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 7

8 Family Services Interested In Becoming A Volunteer? Please call or visit Family Services, in the Airman & Family Readiness Center, for more information about becoming a volunteer. Free child care may be available. Contact Pam Martin at Volunteers make a difference! FAMILY SERVICES LOAN CLOSET Family Services will provide for your PCSing needs. We have many household and baby items you may need while you wait for your household goods or if you have recently shipped your household goods. Page 8 Airman s Attic The Airman s Attic provides gently used clothing, shoes, books, toys, and other household items free to any valid ID card holder E-5 and below (Active Duty, Retired, Reserves), Monday-Friday 8:00 am-3:00 pm. On Thursdays all military ranks and civilians may use the Airman s Attic. Stop by and take advantage of this great resource. We accept donations Monday-Friday during our regular business hours. Due to limited space, any large items such as furniture can not be accepted at the center but will be posted on Share board describing item. Monday-Friday 8:00 am-3:00 pm Call for more information Loan Closet is open Monday-Friday 8:00 am-3:00 pm Call for more information Family Readiness Personal and Family Readiness briefings every Friday at Personal and Family Readiness provides mobility and deployment assistance to members/families to meet predeployment, sustainment, and post-deployment challenges. Services and activities help prepare members/families to successfully manage separations and reintegration, increase individual and family morale and unit cohesion, and support operational readiness. Each separation is different, thus the importance of providing sustained support. Numerous resources are available and provided at this briefing Spouses highly encouraged to attend! Call Reunion/Reintegration R3 ing 3, 17 Apr , 15, 29 May , 26 Jun 2012 Class Times: Return/Reunion/Reintegration (R3) briefed at the Base Education Center by the base Chaplains and Mental Health. ing is for military and civilian personnel, and family members who have returned from a recent deployment or experiencing the reintegration of a service member. Service members required to attend days after return date to help with a smooth transition to home and work life. Call A&FRC at to register Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 13

9 Money Matters Aid Societies Remember the Aid Societies are here to help you with emergency financial needs. The Airman & Family Readiness Center is the resource for all branches of service with access to the Air Force Aid Society, Navy & Marine Corps Emergency Relief, and Army Emergency Relief. Most assistance is provided as interest free loans with repayment set according to member s budget. For more information contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at or visit the AFAS website at Car Care Because We Care The Car Care Because We Care Program is designed to keep the primary family vehicle of deployed active duty Air Force members in top running condition by providing preventive vehicle maintenance at the base Auto Hobby Center. This FREE maintenance includes oil/filter change, lubrication, and vehicle safety checks. Winterization services are included Nov-Mar. When an active-duty Air Force member is TDY/ deployed/on a remote tour (more than 30 days), the spouse may obtain a voucher from the Airman & Family Readiness Center. Active duty Air Force only. First Term Airmen whose 1st duty station is FAFB are also eligible for this service, one time, after completion of FTAC and/or a Personal Financial Management appointment at the A&FRC. Obtain a voucher within six months of reporting date to FAFB. For more information call or visit Family Life Soup with the SLO First Wednesday of the Month Join the School Liaison Officer (SLO) for an opportunity for parents of school age children to have soup and discuss issues concerning them. Bring your own sack lunch. For more information or to talk with the SLO. Please call American Red Cross, Fairchild AFB Office hours: Thursday 8-3/ Friday 8-4 or contact Inland Northwest Chapter at: 315 W. Nora Avenue Spokane, WA Tel (509) MFLC The Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC) program provides FREE non-medical, short term, situational, problem-solving counseling services to address issues that occur across the military lifestyle. It helps service members and their families cope with normal reactions to stressful situations, particularly deployments and reintegration. Phone consultations and evening appointments are available. In-person appointments can be on-base or off-base. Can be in the office at the A&FRC, or any public place, indoors or out. No notes or records are kept. For appointment or information call (509) or (509) Confidential direct lines. Page 12 Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 9

10 Money Matters The Path To Home Owning 23 May 2012, Taught by Julie Griffith, Regional Director of Money Management International And Kevin Schindler, VA Loan Specialists, Global Credit Union. Receive free materials, personal advice. Learn the entire process, from getting preapproved to closing and beyond! Located at the A&FRC. Dinner Provided! Please call your Airman & Family Readiness Center at Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) 13 Jun 2012, Need information on the Thrift Savings Plan? The purpose of the TSP is to provide retirement income. It offers the same type of savings and tax benefits that many private corporations offer with 401(K) plans. It is always a good time to start saving for retirement. The A&FRC would be glad to give you information on this government savings program and what makes up the TSP program. Call for more info or an appointment. Page 10 Car Buying Seminar 20 Apr 2012, Not sure where to start? Get the essential information you need to choose, buy, finance, and maintain your new vehicle. Determine how much you can afford to spend. Learn some of the tricks needed to work with car dealerships. Money Matters Base Are you an airman planning to move off base? If so, you will need to attend the Base briefing to get approval to make the move. 2, 11, 16, 25 Apr 2012 /2, 7, 14, 21, 30 May 2012 / 4, 13, 18, 27 Jun 2012 Call to set-up an appointment Financial Classes Learn how to set financial goals with these informative classes. Learn investment basics, investment options and allocating investment to meet your needs. How to set financial retirement goals and living within your means to achieve financial freedom. Home buying classes are also offered to explain the rules and regulations associated with buying a home. Car buying is offered for those in the market for a new car. These classes are given on a need basis. Please for more information or to request a group class. Please call your Airman & Family Readiness Center at Budget Appointments M-F Learn strategies to meet your financial goals. Life in the military means constant change. Work with a financial counselor to establish a financial goals to save and meet your budget needs. Please call to schedule an appointment Volume 6, Issue 2 Page 11