April Marine & Family Programs Personal & Professional Development. Behavioral Health. Marine Corps Family Team Building

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1 Marine & Family Programs Personal & Professional Development ~ Resources ~ Education & Career Services Behavioral Health ~ Community Counseling ~ Family Advocacy ~ Substance Abuse Marine Corps Family Team Building April 2016 Visit us on-line at:

2 Marine & Family Programs Branch Feature of the Month: Child Abuse Prevention Month 3 Monthly Spotlight: Spouses Transition and Readiness Seminar 4 Family Programs and Resources Information, Readiness & Referral 5 Cultural Programs 6 Relocation Services 9 Financial Management 11 Transition Readiness Program Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS) 13 Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) 14 Pre Retirement/Career Technical Training Track 14 Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) 15 Veterans Affairs (VA) 17 Retired Activities Office (RAO) 17 Marine Corps Family Team Building L.I.N.K.S. 18 Japanese Spouses Orientation (JSO) 18 Readiness and Deployment Support 18 LifeSkills Learning Series 18 Premarital Workshop 18 Unit, Personal & Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) 18 Behavioral Health-Family Advocacy New Parent Support Program 19 Stress/Anger Management Classes 20 Start/Stop Groups 20 Married & Loving It! 20 Behavioral Health-Community Counseling Center Women s Healing and Empowerment 21 Healthy Thinking Group 21 Project FOCUS 21 Behavioral Health-Substance Abuse Screening Assessment 22 Prime For Life 4.5 Workshop 22 Continuing Care Group 22 Friends & Family Workshop 22 Prevention Outreach and Education for Military Commands 22 Education & Career Services Education Center Information 23 Library Information 24 2

3 Feature of the Month Director Managing Editor Writer/Editor Terry Burmester Joe Cassidy Maggie Rodriguez 3

4 April Spotlight 4

5 Information, Readiness & Referral Marine and Family Training Specialists are available to provide individualized one-on-one assistance to assist with individual readiness and personal development. For more information please contact your nearest Marine & Family Resource facility or Marine and Family Training Specialists are also available to facilitate/ coordinate unit and group training to include Personal Finance, Culture and Transition workshops. 5 For all Navy/Marine Corps Bases: Dave Randle / Rose Barros / Amanda Meek / Mari Sheffield / Jasmine Sanz / David Giorgianni / For more information or to submit a request for support, please your request to psc_request@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. 5

6 Cultural Relations Program Survival Japanese Language Writing Learn to write basic Japanese used on everyday signs/ items that are written in Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji styles. 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R 15 APRIL, FRIDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 28 APRIL, THURSDAY, , KINSER MF-R Survival Japanese Language Class Learn basic Japanese phrases and pronunciation. 04 APRIL, MONDAY, , FUTENMA ED. CTR. 18 APRIL, MONDAY, , HANSEN MF-R Basic Japanese Language Class Part 1 This is the first part of a basic class for adult learners wanting to develop or brush up on this Japanese language skills. 18, 19, 21, 22 APRIL, M, T, TH, F, , Foster Grocery Store Tour Take a guided tour to a local food store and discover traditional dietary choices and typical Japanese ingredients. Please bring your own vehicle for transportation. 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER COMMISSARY Kinser Field Trip Meet at the Kinser Marine & Family - Resources office and visit a local grocery store, craft store and fish market. Please bring your own vehicle for transportation 22 APRIL, FRIDAY, , KINSER MF-R Sign Up Today 6

7 Obi Making This class will guide you through the process of making a decorative OBI out of washi, which is Japanese decorative paper. You must bring a full size or large sheet of Washi to this class. For registration and information on where to purchase Washi, please call the Inter-Cultural Specialist at APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 22 APRIL, FRIDAY, , KINSER MF-R 28 APRIL, THURSDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R Yukata Dressing (Summer Kimono) Learn more about the Yukata, the traditional Japanese Summer Kimono. The Yukata is light and casual, set to match the warmer summer season. There are different styles of kimonos for men, women and children. This class will demonstrate the proper wear of a woman s Yukata. 26 APRIL, TUESDAY, , FOSTER MF-R Washi Scrapbook Please come join us while we help you make your special scrapbook out of decorative washi paper! All materials are provided for this workshop. 28 APRIL, THURSDAY, , KINSER MF-R To sign-up or register for any of the cultural classes, call any of the Marine & Family Resource offices listed on page 23 or visit the Marine & Family Webpage at to electronically register for workshops. Sign Up Today 7

8 For information on Cultural Events please call For information on Cultural Events please call: Cultural Events Piece of Peace - World Heritage Exhibit - Built with LEGO Brick Urasoe City Museum (1900 on Fridays) 20 February - 10 April Adults: 800, Children (4-15 yrs old): 600 Urizun Flower Festival Bios on the Hill Okinawa, Uruma City , 01 March - 05 May Adults: 710, Children: 360 Ilukanda (Muncuna Maco Carpa) Flower Festival Kongou Sekirinzan Park, Kunigami Village , April Adults: 820, Children: th Ryukyu Kaien Sai 2016 (Fireworks) Ginowan Kaihin Park (Ginowan Tropical Beach), Ginowan City Open: 1530, Start: April Adults: 2700, Children: 1600 Beer Fest Okinawa 2016 Seamen s Club Naha, Naha City , 09 April , 10 April Advance Tickets: 2700, Day of Event: 2900 Ie Island Lily Festival 2016 Lily Field Park, Ie Island 23 April - 5 May Adults: 250, Children (5 years old and below): 100

9 Relocation Services Newcomers Orientation Welcome Aboard (NOWA) All accompanied (all ranks) USMC and USN, civilian employees, family members (military & civilian) age 10 and up, all unaccompanied USMC and USN (E-6 and above) are required to attend NOWA within two weeks of arrival. Attendance is necessary for the newcomer to obtain the USFJ Privately Owned Vehicle (POV) Driver s License. Please contact Base Safety at /2862 to inquire about taking the POV Licensing exam prior to attending NOWA. A valid stateside Driver s License is required to obtain a SOFA driver s license. Childcare is provided on a limited space-available basis and must be reserved in advance. Note: Infant Care space is extremely limited. Sponsors should call or for reservations as early as possible prior to the newcomer s arrival. Transportation is available from the Westpac, Hamagawa and Eagle Lodges. The sponsor MUST request transportation at the time of registration. **Two copies each of PCS orders and Area Clearance/Dependent Entry Approval message are required for Tricare enrollment and SOFA POV license testing (for family members) during NOWA. 06 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. 13 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. 20 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. For questions, more information on the Relocation Services to sign-up or register for any Relocation workshop, please contact your nearest MF-R facility listed below, reloassist@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or visit the Relocation Webpage on the MCCS Okinawa ( website. Foster: /2106/8395 Kinser: Courtney: Hansen: /4860 Schwab: Sign Up Today 8

10 Smooth Move Workshop This half-day workshop provides pre-departure and destination information on relocation and travel entitlements, base and community information, financial concerns, employment opportunities and much more. Let us help make your move as smooth as possible. Orders are not required and family members are encouraged to attend. Call your nearest MF-R facility to sign up. 04 APRIL, MONDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. 11 APRIL, MONDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. 18 APRIL, MONDAY, , COMMUNITY CTR. Sponsorship Training Get the most up to date information on regulations and policies affecting PCS moves to Okinawa; including a full explanation of the Sponsor s roles and responsibilities and information about the resources in place to assist with your sponsorship assignment. Call your nearest MF-R facility to sign up. 05 APRIL, TUESDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R 12 APRIL, TUESDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 19 APRIL, TUESDAY, , KINSER MF-R 26 APRIL, TUESDAY, , HANSEN MF-R Unit Sponsorship Coordinator (USC) Training This workshop is designed to train USC s to better understand their roles, duties and responsibilities in the unit s Sponsorship program. This class will review all pertinent orders and directives, the AIRS Checklist inspection items and update all USC s on changes within the program. All USC s are encouraged to attend. Please call the Foster Relocation Office at /7494 to sign up. 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER MF-R Relocation Assistance Coordinating Committee (RACC) The RACC meets quarterly to provide organizations and individuals involved in the relocation process a forum to keep abreast of changes in the relocation program and processes; and to identify and discuss issues affecting the overall relocation program. Please plan on attending this meeting. For more information, please call APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER MF-R Sign Up Today 9

11 Personal Financial Management Money Management Workshop This hands on workshop will enable attendees to prepare a financial statement, develop a budget, establish a savings plan and build/rebuild a good credit record. Please bring the following to class: Current LES, bank statements, investment statements and statements of debt/obligation. 05 APRIL, TUESDAY, , HANSEN MF-R 06 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R 07 APRIL, THURSDAY , KINSER MF-R 21 APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 22 APRIL, FRIDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FUTENMA ED. CTR. Credit Report and Credit Score Analysis Learn how to cope with a credit crisis and establish an action plan for building, rebuilding and maintaining your credit rating. Call any MF-R office to register. 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , KINSER MF-R 13 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , HANSEN MF-R 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FUTENMA ED. CTR. 29 APRIL, FRIDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R Thrift Savings Plan Workshop This workshop will explain how to effectively manage your TSP retirement account, to include avoiding redundancy and allocating contributions. 06 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , KINSER MF-R Retirement Planning This workshop provides the knowledge and skills necessary to estimate retirement needs and make informed decisions about retirement plans. 26 APRIL, TUESDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R Basic Investing Part 1 This class provides an overview on Stocks, Bonds, Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), Thrift Savings Plan, 401Ks, and Mutual Funds. The class also covers controlled spending plans and establishing an emergency fund. 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , HANSEN MF-R Sign Up Today 10

12 Saving & Investing This class explores how to use saving and investing to achieve financial security. Learn about basic investing techniques, taking advantage of compounded interest and time, along with exploring various saving and investing tools and uses to help you reach your financial goals. 01 APRIL, FRIDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R 13 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FUTENMA ED. CTR. Basic Financial Planning This basic workshop explores general financial planning on budgeting, insurance, investing, TSP, home buying, car buying and credit reports. 06 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , SHIELDS, BLDG APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FOSTER MF-R Corporal Financial Fitness (CFF) The CFF s are trained Corporals, who provide peer-to-peer influence on personal finance. They support the PFM staff and the unit CFS by reaching out to Marines and Sailors in the ranks of E1-E4 to increase their awareness of the services and programs and to understand why financial fitness is an integral part of mission readiness. Only 36 seats are available. Please call Foster Marine & Family Programs at /3600 to register or for additional information. Candidates must meet the following prerequisites: *In paygrade E-4 *Command Endorsed *Goal-oriented and motived with good oral and presentation skills *Highly motivated and financially stable *Have at least one year remaining in unit upon CFF course completion APRIL, TUES-WED, , FOSTER, BLDG. 439 To sign-up or register for any of the PFM classes, call any of the MFP-R offices listed on page 23 or visit the MCCS PFM webpage ( personal_finance_management/) to electronically register for workshops. Sign Up Today 11

13 PRS Personal Readiness Seminar Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS) The Marine For Life Cycle model requires every Marine at their first Permanent Duty Station (PDS) to attend the PRS within 90 days of their arrival. The PRS provides Marines with an understanding of resources and programs available to assist them with developing and supporting career and personal goals, while on active duty and beyond. Pre-Registration must be completed for all Marines attending PRS. Marines must complete the following pre-work prior to attending PRS: The Kuder Journey Assessment ( Register for E-Benefits ( 06 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , HANSEN ED. CTR. 13 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , KINSER ED. CTR. 20 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , SCHWAB ED. CTR. 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FOSTER ED. CTR. 04 MAY, WEDNESDAY, , HANSEN ED. CTR. 11 MAY, WEDNESDAY, , KINSER ED. CTR. 18 MAY, WEDNESDAY, , SCHWAB ED. CTR. 25 MAY, WEDNESDAY, , FOSTER ED. CTR. Unit Representatives need to provide the following information when registering Marines: Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial Department of Defense Identification Number Contact information (phone number/ address) Kuder Journey Assessment and proof of E-Benefits registration. Scan and documents to For more information on Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS), please or call

14 TRP Transition Readiness Program Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS) This workshop is required for active duty members between 90 days and one year of their date of separation or retirement. Unit Transition Counselors will conduct the pre-separation interview, initiate the DD Form 2648 and register military members attending APRIL MON-FRI, , HANSEN MF-R APRIL, MON-FRI, , KINSER MF-R APRIL, MON-FRI, , SCHWAB MF-R APRIL, MON-FRI, , FOSTER, BLDG. 439 Pre-Retirement Workshop This workshop is an alternative option to the TRS workshop for retiring service members, and covers recruiting, job market, resume preparation, federal employment, interview skills and specific entitlements to include Financial and Estate Planning, TRICARE, Veterans benefits and Relocation. Spouses of service members are welcome to attend the entire seminar. It is recommended that service members attend the Pre-Retirement workshop one to two years before retirement APRIL, MON-FRI, , FOSTER, BLDG. 439 Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) The Career Technical Training Track (CTTT) is designed to assist services members in identifying certifications and credentials needed for their career interests. Completion of the Transition Readiness Seminar is no longer a requirement to attend APRIL, TUES-WED, , FOSTER MF-R *IMPORTANT CHANGE REGARDING PRE-RETIREMENT SIGN-UP* To register for the Pre-Retirement Workshop, please contact your Unit Transition Counselor (UTC). If your UTC contact information is unknown, please contact our office at and we will be more than happy to assist you with obtaining this information. NOTE: The TRP office no longer directly accepts sign-ups for the Pre-Retirement Workshop. For more information on TRP please tamp@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org or call

15 FMEAP Family Member Employment Assistance FMEAP provides individual assistance with resume development and review, interview coaching and a career resource center with a computer lab. All of our services are free and available to service members, retirees, reservists, DoD employees, military spouses and family members. Please see page 23 for Marine and Family Programs contact phone numbers. Ace the Interview Workshop The best candidate may not get the job, but the best interviewee might. Learn how to ace your next interview. In this workshop you will understand how to answer tough questions, dress appropriately, and negotiate your salary. 05 APRIL, TUESDAY, , KINSER MF-R 20 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 27 APRIL, WEDNESDAY, , HANSEN MF-R 28 APRIL, THURSDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R Resume Writing Workshop Write a winning resume today! In this workshop you will be able to identify your skills, learn different resume formats, and how to write about your accomplishments so that an employer will call you for an interview. 04 APRIL, MONDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 14 APRIL, THURSDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R 18 APRIL, MONDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R 21 APRIL, THURSDAY, , KINSER MF-R 21 APRIL, THURSDAY, , HANSEN MF-R Career Assessment What is your dream career? This workshop will help you discover your work interests, career values, and motivations in the workplace. You will understand how these factors impact your potential success and career satisfaction. 11 APRIL, MONDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 18 APRIL, MONDAY, , HANSEN MF-R Sign Up Today 14

16 Federal Resume Writing Workshop Are you unsure how to write your federal resume? This class is designed specifically to help you develop a powerful federal resume and address key areas in the job announcement to make you the successful applicant. 18 APRIL, MONDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 25 APRIL, MONDAY, , HANSEN MF-R 26 APRIL, TUESDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R 28 APRIL, THURSDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R Federal Government Employment Process Workshop Applying for federal employment can be a daunting process, but we are here to help de-mystify the process. We will walk you through the application process, resume formats, required documents, and how to align your skills with the job qualifications. 04 APRIL, MONDAY, , SCHWAB MF-R 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , COURTNEY MF-R 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , FOSTER MF-R 14 APRIL, THURSDAY, , HANSEN MF-R 19 APRIL, TUESDAY, , KINSER MF-R S.T.A.R.S. - Spouse Transition And Readiness Seminar This four-hour seminar is designed to cover basic information on a variety of topics to inform spouses of benefits and resources available during and after transition. Topics covered: VA Benefits, TriCare, Employment Assistance, Education, Financial Management, Relocation. 08 APRIL, FRIDAY, , FOSTER, BLDG. 439 SBA Entrepreneurship Track - Boots to Business The Small Business Administration (SBA) is coming to Okinawa to deliver the Entrepreneurship Track - Boots to Business (B2B). This two day introductory course is available to transitioning service members and their spouses/family members; and provides valuable assistance to those who are exploring selfemployment opportunities. The course provides the key steps for evaluating business concepts and the foundational knowledge required for developing a business plan. Participants are also introduced to SBA resources that are available to help access start-up capital and additional assistance APRIL, THUR-FRI, , FOSTER, BLDG. 439 Sign Up Today 15

17 VA Veterans Affairs Veterans Affairs Assistance VA Representative: Olga Polyokova Foster Marine & Family Office: Mon-Wed: , /3151 Kadena AFRC: Thu-Fri: , The VA representative is here to assist transitioning military members, retirees and surviving spouses with educational services and assistance to beneficiaries. Transitioning military members will receive a full overview briefing at each TRS session. One-on-one appointments are also available. The VA Representative can also be ed at varep@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. Retired Activities Office (RAO) RAO Representative: Ben Garcia RAO Retired Activities Office The RAO serves military retirees from all branches of service in a number of ways, to include the following: 1. Serves as a central point to obtain valuable information 2. Provides reliable answers to your questions 3. Refers individuals to appropriate service providers The RAO volunteer is a valuable link to help retirees and family members obtain the rights, benefits and privileges they are entitled to receive. The RAO is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 0900 to For more information, please call /

18 MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (MCFTB) Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, Skills (LINKS) This mentoring program for Marine family members is taught by Marine spouses to provide insight into the military lifestyle. There are LINKS sessions for kids, teens, spouses, Marines and Japanese spouses. Volunteer Orientation, 05 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG L.I.N.K.S. - Spouses, APR, , FOSTER, BLDG L.I.N.K.S. - Tweens/Teen, 30 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Readiness and Deployment Support Get resources and support for Marines and family members throughout the entire deployment cycle; from Pre-Deployment through the Return and Reunion. Hearts Apart, 01 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG It s All About You, 22 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG LifeSkills Learning Series Workshops on various topics are provided to empower spouses and assist them in developing leadership skills. Casualty Notification, 04 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Interpersonal Comm., 06 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Safe & Sound at Home, 11 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Lasting Relationships, 20 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Aging Parents/Elderly Care, 26 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Premarital Workshop Premarital Seminar, 08 APR, , OCEAN BREEZE Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program (UPFRP) OPSEC & PII TRNG, 14 APR, , FOSTER, BLDG Registration required is required for all workshops. To register, call us or go to 17

19 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH-FAMILY ADVOCACY NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM (NPSP) Home Visiting Call to Register Home visitors work with families in a one-on-one setting to provide support and enhance parenting skills. The home visitor team consist of professional social workers and registered nurses with extensive knowledge of the issues encountered by today s parents. Visits may be conducted in your home, at our office or at another convenient location. Please call for more information. Journey Through Pregnancy Call to Register This 12-week, open discussion class, featuring the InJoy series, is designed for expectant parents to attend at any time during pregnancy. Topics include: labor and birth, medical procedures, new mother care, feeding and new baby care and Dunstan Baby Language. COURTNEY, KINSER, FOSTER, TUESDAYS WEDNESDAYS THURSDAYS Baby Boot Camp Call to Register This class assists in preparing expectant mothers and fathers to be confident and competent parents. Learn the basics of infant development, taking care of yourself as a parent, baby safety, newborn care, community resources and more. Infant Massage Call to Register Enjoy the benefits of Infant Massage, as Mom and Dad are guided in parentinfant touch and massage interactions. This 4 session class helps to learn infant cues, massage adaptation and more. Call to register today. Parents in Uniform Call to Register There are many challenges associated with being a military parent. This class is offered to parents and parents to be. Registration is required for all New Parent Support Program events. For more information on services or to register for NSPS events, please call

20 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH FAMILY ADVOCACY To schedule a counseling appointment, please come to Camp Foster Bldg. 439, 2nd floor, between , Monday - Friday, excluding holidays. For more information on counseling, and psycho-educational groups, please call Pre-registration and screening required for all groups. START Group for Women Call for Schedule 26-week group for women who engage in abusive patterns of behavior, helping them to deal with ongoing issues in a supportive environment. STOP Group for Men Call for Schedule 26-week group for men who engage in abusive patterns of behavior, helping them to deal with ongoing issues in a supportive environment. Healthy Families Safe and Sound Poster Contest School-age children discuss and design what they feel a healthy home looks like, their views on attentive parenting and thoughts on proper supervision. Prizes will be awarded. Register at mccsokinawa.com/supportgroups. Ends April 31. Couples Communication Call to Register Five-session course to enhance your communication skills as a couple. Topics include the Five Love Languages, financial freedom and conflict resolution. All sessions will be held in the Behavioral Health Conference Room at Camp Foster Building 439. Individuals must be registered to attend. SESSION 1: 13 APRIL, SESSION 2: 20 APRIL, SESSION 3: 27 APRIL, SESSION 4: 04 MAY, SESSION 5: 11 MAY, FAP Incident Determination Committee (IDC) Certificate Training meets the requirement for annual Family Advocacy training and certifies officers designated as the unit IDC voting representative (BN level CO/ XOs). Any command member who works with families involved in or at risk of child/spouse abuse is welcome to attend. Call to register. 07 APRIL, THURSDAY, , OCEAN BREEZE Has it been over a year since you attended your IDC training? If so, please contact Family Advocacy for information regarding IDC refresher training. 19

21 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM The Behavioral Health Community Counseling Program offers short-term solution-focused counseling to help with relationship and life problems. To register, come for a screening during walk-in hours: - Camp Foster (Bldg. 439), Mon-Fri, and Camp Hansen (Bldg. 2631), Mon-Fri, and We also have counselors available, by appointment only, at the Camp Schwab Community Counseling Office located in Building All services, including the groups listed below, require pre-screening. For more information, please call or visit the BH Community Counseling webpage at Women s Healing & Empowerment Call to Register: Ongoing treatment group for mature adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma such as childhood abuse, domestic violence or sexual assault. This group meets at Camp Foster and Camp Hansen. Healthy Thinking Group Call to Register: Six-session cognitive therapy group which teaches participants to identify and reduce false, illogical, or negative thoughts in order to manage issues such as depression, anxiety and anger. This group meets at Camp Foster, Camp Hansen and Camp Schwab. FOCUS PROJECT Families OverComing Under Stress FOCUS provides resiliency training to military families and couples. FOCUS teaches practical skills to help families meet the challenges of military life, including how to communicate and solve problems effectively and to successfully set goals together. For more information, please contact our main office at or okinawa@focusproject.org. To view a listing of our upcoming workshops and events please visit us at 20

22 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING CENTER The Substance Abuse Counseling Center provides screening, assessment, prevention, early intervention, and treatment services. We have counselors located at Camp Foster Bldg. 440, Camp Hansen Bldg and provide services at Camp Schwab by appointment. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Screening / Assessment Active duty service members attached to USMC units, retirees, and dependents (18 years of age and older) can call or walk in to schedule an appointment as a self-referral. PRIME for Life (PFL) 4.5 Workshop Designed for those who may be engaging in high risk substance use behaviors and are therefore at greater risk of developing substance related problems. Early Intervention Designed for individuals making high risk choices with regard to their alcohol use. The program assists participants in developing a low-risk plan to protect the things they value most. The foundation of our Early Intervention program is the PRIME for Life (PFL) 16 hour course. Substance Abuse and Gambling Treatment Treatment is available for individuals who have been diagnosed with a Substance Use or Gambling Disorder. The level of care and length of treatment are determined by the individual s need. Continuing Care Designed for individuals who have completed substance abuse or gambling treatment. Group sessions are held weekly to assist individuals with maintaining recovery and achieving the goals on their aftercare plan. Individual sessions are also available as needed. Family and Friends Workshop A six-hour educational workshop on the influence of addiction within family relationships. Prevention Outreach and Education for Military Commands Outreach and education programs are available to meet the individualized needs of our military commands. 21

23 EDUCATION & CAREER SERVICES The MCCS Education Centers can assist in attaining your educational goals. The Education Center Guidance Counselors at your nearest education center, can provide you with academic and vocational guidance, financial assistance information, along with providing assistance with other education concerns. 22

24 MCCS LIBRARIES Lapsit, (0-23 Months) This 20 minute program focuses on the six pre-literacy skills through simple stories, songs, rhymes, finger-plays and other activities for children up to 23 months. MONDAYS, 1000, KINSER LIBRARY TUESDAYS, 1000, COURTNEY LIBRARY FRIDAYS, 1030, FOSTER LIBRARY Tales for Tots, (24-48 Months) This 30 minute program focuses on the six pre-literacy skills through simple stories, songs, rhymes, games and other activities, that focus on movement for toddlers, ages 2-4 years old. MONDAYS, 1100, KINSER LIBRARY THURSDAYS, 1000, COURTNEY LIBRARY FRIDAYS, 0930, FOSTER LIBRARY Preschool Story Time (4-6 Years) This 30 minute program includes age appropriate songs, storytelling, flannel board stories, finger-plays and other activities for children, ages 4-6 years old. TUESDAYS, 1100, FOSTER LIBRARY WEDNESDAYS, 1100, KINSER LIBRARY THURSDAYS, 1100, COURTNEY LIBRARY Stories By Starlight This one hour program features stories, songs and a crafts games that is geared for ages 6-9, but all ages are welcome to attend. 13 APRIL, 1800, FOSTER LIBRARY Half Day Craft School s out early, so stop by the Courtney, Foster, and Kinser Libraries for an afternoon craft.. All materials are provided as long as supplies last. 07 APRIL, FSTR, KNSR, CTNY LIBRARIES Month of the Military Child Storytime Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft at Courtney, Foster, and Kinser Libraries. 22 APRIL, , FSTR, KNSR, CTNY LIBRARIES Teen/Tweens Programs (9-18 Years) Geared for tweens and teens, ages 9-18 years. Programs will be held at the Courtney, Kinser and Foster Libraries. Call for more information. 27

25 MARINE & FAMILY - RESOURCE CENTER STAFF Director Terry Burmester Administrative Specialist Akira Nakayoshi Supply Technician Michael Herchenhahn Camp Foster Family Programs & Resources (FPR) Bldg. 445 FAX: FPR Program Manager Joe Cassidy FPR Lead Information & Referral Specialist Dave Randle /7494 FPR Information & Referral Specialist Rose Barros /7494 FPR Information & Referral Specialist Amanda Meek FPR Front Desk Technician Connie Melendez /2106 FPR Administrative Assistant Maggie Rodriguez Personal Financial Specialist Gene De Freitas /7806 Inter-Cultural Coordinator Megumi Tamaki /8109 Inter-Cultural Coordinator Atsuko Kinjo /8109 Camp Foster Transition Readiness Program (TRP) Bldg. 445 FAX: Transition Manager Dean Daniel Lead Transition Specialist Tracey Walker Transition Advisor Vacant Transition Advisor Orlando Anaya Transition Assistant Chezarae Courts Transition Assistant Krisliscian Ramel P & PD Technician Priscilla Myles Veterans Affairs Representative Olga Polyakova RAO Volunteer Ben Garcia Camp Courtney M&FP CTR ( ) Bldg FAX: Personal Financial Specialist Gene De Freitas Transition Specialist Kayla Marshall FPR Information & Referral Specialist Amanda Meek Resource Technician Debbie Williams Camp Hansen M&FP CTR ( ) Bldg FAX: Personal Financial Specialist Anthony Green Transition Specialist Pat Beckles P & PD Advisor Jackie Riess FPR Information & Referral Specialist Jasmine Sanz /4860 Camp Kinser M&FP CTR ( ) Bldg FAX: Personal Finance Specialist John Daskauskas Transition Specialist Joe Davis FPR Information & Referral Specialist Mari Sheffield Resource Technician CeciIia Boehm Camp Schwab M&FP CTR ( ) Bldg 3327 FAX: Personal Finance Specialist Anthony Green Transition Specialist Joanne Whitman FPR Information & Referral Specialist David Giorgianni

26 MARINE & FAMILY PROGRAMS (M&FP) KEY PERSONNEL Chief, M&FP Bert Corn /2889 M&FP Secretary Ka iulani McKeague-Wold /2889 Director, Education/Career Services Tina Smilie Behavioral Health (BH) Program Mgr. Kirsten Diller (acting) Director, BH Family Advocacy Margaret Zohni Director, BH Community Counseling LaVerne Dowling Director, BH Substance Abuse Kirsten Diller Director, P & PD - Resources Terry Burmester Director, Family Team Building Frank Fay PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Education & Career Services Foster Education Center, Bldg Courtney Education Center, Bldg Futenma Education Center, Bldg Hansen Education Center, Bldg Kinser Education Center, Bldg Schwab Education Center, Bldg Libraries Foster Library, Bldg Courtney Library, Bldg Futenma Library, Bldg Hansen Library, Bldg Kinser Library, Bldg Schwab Library, Bldg BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - FAMILY ADVOCACY Family Advocacy, Bldg /2916 FOCUS, Bldg. 5691, Room New Parent Support, Bldg BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - COMMUNITY COUNSELING Foster, Bldg /2916 Kinser, Bldg Courtney, Bldg Hansen, Bldg Schwab, Bldg /1199 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SUBSTANCE ABUSE SACC, Bldg Fax MARINE CORPS FAMILY TEAM BUILDING, BLDG Life Skills Training L.I.N.K.S Readiness & Deployment Support Community Relations

27 Marine and Family Programs APRIL 2016 Visit us at Sun Mon LAPSIT - KINSER LIBRARY 1000, (0-23 MONTHS) TALES FOR TOTS - KINSER LIBRARY 1100, (24-48 MONTHS) Tue JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY COURTNEY LAPSIT - COURTNEY LIBRARY 1000, (0-23 MONTHS) PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - FOSTER LIBRARY 1100, (4-6 YEARS OLD) Wed JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY KINSER PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - KINSER LIBRARY 1100, (4-6 YEARS OLD) Thu JOURNEY THROUGH PREGNANCY FOSTER TALES FOR TOTS - COURTNEY LIBRARY 1000, (24-48 MONTHS) PRESCHOOL STORY TIME - COURTNEY LIBRARY 1100, (4-6 YEARS OLD) Fri STOP GROUP (MEN) , FOSTER BLDG 439 TALES FOR TOTS - FOSTER LIBRARY 0930, (24-48 MONTHS) LAPSIT - FOSTER LIBRARY 1030, (0-23 MONTHS) Sat 1 SAVING & INVESTING, , COURTNEY MFR HEARTS APART, , FOSTER BLDG TRS (1/5), , SMOOTH MOVE, , FOSTER COMM CTR RESUME, , FED GOV T, , SCHWAB MFR CASUALTY NOTIFICATION, , FSTR BLDG 5677 SURV JN LANG, , FUTENMA ED CTR TRS (1/5), , PRE-RETIREMENT (1/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 SMOOTH MOVE, , FOSTER COMM CTR CAREER ASSESSMENT, , COURTNEY MFR SAFE & SOUND AT HOME, , FSTR BLDG TRS (2/5), , CTTT (1/2) , MONEY MGMT, , VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION, , FSTR BLDG 5677 SPONSORSHIP, , COURTNEY MFR INTERVIEW, , GRADUATE DEBT FREE, 1730, FOSTER ED CTR 12 TRS (2/5), , PRE-RETIREMENT (2/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 SPONSORSHIP, , FINDING THE RIGHT FIT, 1730 FOSTER ED CTR 6 TRS (3/5), , NOWA, , FOSTER COMM CTR CTTT (2/2) , PRS, , HANSEN ED CTR FINANCIAL PLANNING, , SHIELDS BLDG 6300 MONEY MGMT, , SCHWAB MFR TSP, , INTERPERSONAL COMM., , FOSTER BLDG TRS (3/5), , PRE-RETIREMENT (3/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 NOWA, , FOSTER COMM CTR PRS, , KINSER ED CTR FINANCIAL PLANNING, , SAVING & INVESTING, FUTENMA ED CTR CREDIT REPORT, , STORIES BY STARLIGHT, 1800, FOSTER LIBRARY 7 TRS (4/5), , FAP IDC, , OCEAN BREEZE MONEY MGMT, , FED GOV T, , COURTNEY MFR GROCERY TOUR, , FOSTER COMMISSARY USC TRAINING, , SURV JN WRITING, , SCHWAB MFR CREDIT REPORT, , FED GOV T, , HALF DAY CRAFT, , LIBRARIES (C, F, K) 14 TRS (4/5), , PRE-RETIREMENT (4/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 FED GOV T, , RESUME, , SCHWAB MFR OBI-MAKING, , OPSEC/PII, , FOSTER BLDG TRS (5/5), , STARS, , FOSTER BLDG 439 PRE-MARITAL, , OCEAN BREEZE 15 TRS (5/5), , PRE-RETIREMENT (5/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 SURV JN WRITING, , TRS (1/5), , SCHWAB MFR SMOOTH MOVE, , FOSTER COMM CTR CAREER ASSESSMENT, , BASIC JN LANG 1 (1/4), , SURV JN LANG, FED RESUME, , RESUME, , COURTNEY MFR 19 TRS (2/5), , SCHWAB MFR CFF (1/2), , FOSTER BLDG 439 SPONSORSHIP, , LINKS 4 SPOUSES (1/2), , FOSTER BLDG 5677 BASIC JN LANG 1 (2/4), , FED GOV T, , SURVINGING AND THRIVING, 1730 FOSTER ED CTR 20 TRS (3/5), , SCHWAB MFR NOWA, , FOSTER COMM CTR CFF (2/2), , FOSTER BLDG 439 PRS, , SCHWAB ED CTR LASTING RELATIONSHIPS, , FOSTER BLDG 5677 LINKS 4 SPOUSES (2/2), , FOSTER BLDG 5677 INTERVIEW, , 21 TRS (4/5), , SCHWAB MFR BOOTS 2 BUSINESS (1/2), FOSTER BLDG 439 MONEY MGMT, , RESUME, , RESUME, , BASIC JN LANG 1 (3/4), , RACC, , 22 TRS (5/5), , SCHWAB MFR BOOTS 2 BUSINESS (2/2), FOSTER BLDG 439 MONEY MGMT, , COURTNEY MFR OBI-MAKING, , BASIC JN LANG 1 (4/4), , KINSER FIELD TRIP, , IT S ALL ABOUT YOU, , FOSTER BLDG 5677 MILITARY CHILD STORYTIME, 1800 LIBRARIES (C, F, K) TRS (1/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 FED RESUME, , 26 TRS (2/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 FED RESUME, , SCHWAB MFR SPONSORSHIP, , AGING PARENTS, , FOSTER BLDG 5677 KIMONO DRESSING, , RETIREMENT PLANNING, , SCHWAB MFR GI BILL TRANSFERRED BENEFITS, 1730, FSTR ED CTR 27 TRS (3/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 NOWA, , FOSTER COMM CTR PRS, , FOSTER ED CTR MONEY MGMT, , FUTENMA ED CTR BASIC INVESTING 1, , CREDIT REPORT, , FUTENMA ED CTR INTERVIEW, , 28 TRS (4/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 WASHI SCRAPBOOK, , OBI-MAKING, , COURTNEY MFR SURV JN WRITING, , FED RESUME, , COURTNEY MFR INTERVIEW, , SCHWAB MFR 29 TRS (5/5), , FOSTER BLDG 439 CREDIT REPORT, , COURTNEY MFR 30 LINKS TEENS/ TWEENS, , FOSTER BLDG 5677