“From our house to yours” Quarterly Newsletter
Jul/Sep 2016 Volume 10, Issue 3
Inside this issue Relocation Assistance
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Transition Assistance
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Parents to Be Family Life Money Matters
The Airman & Family Readiness Center hours of operation are Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Thursday 8:00am - 12:00am The A&FRC will be closed on the following dates: 4 & 5 July, 5 Sep 2016 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ fairchildafrc
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Relocation Assistance Smooth Move 14 Sep 2016, 1300-1530 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, TMO, Family Advocacy, Legal Claims, 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 and Key Spouses are encouraged to attend! To reserve your class seat call the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 247-2246
Right Start
8 Jul, 12 Aug, 9 Sep 2016 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 0730-1200.
Spouses highly encouraged to attend.
Helpful Relocation Web Sites http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/ http://www/militaryinstallations.dod.mil http://afmove.hq.af.mil/default.asp http://www.militaryonesource.com http://www.wpafb.af.mil/units/ja/index.asp
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Relocation Assistance Military Installations Moving to a new assignment? Use Plan My Move Take control of your move. Use the customizable calendar tool to create a unique personal moving plan. The calendar contains; to do lists, checklists, phone lists, and links to critical moving information from budget planners to choosing a school. Plan My Move will put you and your family in charge of a smooth relocation to your next duty location. http://www/militaryinstallations.dod.mil Airman & Family Readiness Center at 247-2246
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. Volume 10, Issue 3
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Transition Assistance Transition GPS Take the guesswork out of your transition to civilian life! This five-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.
Upcoming TAP Classes
11-15 Jul, 1-5 Aug, 12-16 Sep 2016 Class Times: 0730-1600 M / 0800-1600 Tu-F Civilian Attire Preferred / No Appointments Call 247-2246 to make class reservation
Helpful Transition Websites http://www.va.gov http://www.usajobs.com http://www.dol.gov http://vba.va.gov http://www.transitionassistanceprogram.com
Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Make it a part of your estate plan For more information on protecting your retirement pay set-up appointment today Call 247-4488 to set-up appointment
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Transition Assistance Individual Transition Plan (ITP) The Individualized Transition Plan (ITP) is a roadmap to a successful transition. The ITP provides a framework to achieve realistic career goals based upon an assessment of your personal and family needs as well as your unique skills, knowledge, experience, interests and abilities. The ITP coincides with the Transition GPS (Goals, Plans, Success) outcome-based curriculum and provides a means to discover and explore your skills and interests which may lead to potential post-transition career paths. The ITP also helps you to establish a timeline for completing all required activities prior to separation – it is a living document and can be modified at any time. The ITP is the road map for attaining your employment, education, technical training, and entrepreneurial objectives and can help you make a successful transition to civilian life. Part of the new Transition GPS program.
Transition Two-Day Tracks Service members have the option of participating in additional training to assist them with their transitional needs. The following two-day Transition GPS tracks are available based on resources and operational requirements. Spouses and dependents highly encourage to also attend.
Accessing Higher Education Career Technical Training Entrepreneurship For more information contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 247-2246 Volume 10, Issue 3
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Transition Assistance Pre-Separation Counseling 7, 21 Jul 2016 11, 25 Aug 2016 8, 22 Sep 2016 Class Times: 0900-1200 Excellent information and resources to make the decisions 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 247-2246 to register.
Resumes For Federal Jobs 10 Aug 2016, 0800-1100 We will assist you on how to navigate the USAJOBS website. Showing you tested approaches to make the perfect federal resume. Learn how to effectively present your specialize experiences and determine and use the right words that federal authorities look for. Break the codes on difficult Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) and challenging self-assessment questionnaires. Translate the job descriptions and duties that relate to your experience. Spouses are encouraged to attend this informative workshop. Call A&FRC at 247-2246 to register for class
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Parents to Be Bundles for Babies 20 Sep 2016, 0900-1100 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 247-2246
Give Parents A Break Program The Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) recognizes that Air Force families are subject to unique stresses due to the nature of military life-deployments, remote tours of duty, extended tours of duty. Families are often separated from spouses as well as from extended family members. In an effort to help these families, the AFAS, in cooperation with the Air Force child care community, has agreed to provide funding for child care for Active Duty Air Force families. Call the A&FRC for more details: 247-2246
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Family Life
Heart Link 12 Aug 2016 0900-1500 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. Advance registration is required Childcare reimbursed For more information, or to sign up for the next class, please call your Airman & Family Readiness Center
United Through Reading Fairchild Airman & Family Readiness Center is pleased to announce we have partnered with United Through Reading to bring you this exciting program!
Share the special moments in your child’s life while deployed Come read a couple of books for special holidays or different occasions Call 247-2246 for more information
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Family Life 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) 592-6951 or (509) 592-6949 Confidential direct lines.
Exceptional Family Member Program The Air Force’s Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is designed to provide support to military family members with special needs. Several EFMP events are held throughout the year to increase awareness of this program. For more information call A&FRC at 247-2246.
American Red Cross at Fairchild AFB, Tuesday AM at A&FRC or contact Inland Northwest Chapter at: 315 W. Nora Avenue Spokane, WA 99205 Tel (509) 326-3330 www.spokaneredcross.org/ Volume 10, Issue 3
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Money Matters Know Your Credit Report Get your credit report once a year for free. Just go to www.annualcreditreport.com. Complete the application process and get your report from the three reporting agencies. Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion. Take the time to review it for mistakes or missing information. If you find a problem contact the reporting agency to resolve issue. Still confused contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center to walk you thru the process. We can also help getting your Credit Score. Call 247-2246 for more information
Car Buying 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. Call 247-2246 for more information
Moving Off Base Are you an airman planning to move off base? If so, you will need to attend the “Moving Off Base” briefing to get approval to make the move. Complete a spending plan to determine if your finances can support the move. 6, 11, 20, 25 Jul / 3, 8, 17, 22, 31 Aug / 14, 19, 28 Sep 2016 Call 247-2246 to set-up an appointment Page 10
Money Matters 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 247-2246.
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) & Investing 29 Sep 2016, 1000-1130 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 247-2246 for more info or an appointment.
Couponing 101 Strategies to cut your grocery bill and have more time to do those things you love to do. Informative information to cut your grocery bill and have fun doing it. Call 247-2246 to reserve your spot. Volume 10, Issue 3
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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 247-2246 or visit the AFAS website at http://www.afas.org
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 247-2246 or visit http://www.afas.org
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Family Readiness Personal and Family Readiness Pre-Deployment briefings every Wednesday at 0900-1100
Personal and Family Readiness provides mobility and deployment assistance to members/families to meet pre-deployment, 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. Contact your unit UDM to sign-up for this briefing. Spouses highly encouraged to attend! Call 247-2246
Reunion/Reintegration R3 Briefing 12, 26 Jul 2016 9, 23 Aug 2016 6, 20 Sep 2016 Class Times: 0900-1100 Return/Reunion/Reintegration (R3) briefed at the Base Education Center by the base Chaplains and Mental Health. Briefing 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 30-60 days after return date to help with a smooth transition to home and work life. Call A&FRC at 247-2246 to register Volume 10, Issue 3
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Upcoming Events Contact Maureen Lebel (
[email protected]) or Brian Bennett (
[email protected]) for more information Or call A&FRC at 247-2246
Are you thinking about getting out of the military? Your First Step in the transition process is to attend the MANDATORY Pre-Separation Counseling. You DO NOT need an approved Separation/Retirement date to attend. Every other Thursday @ 0900 Retirees: Up to 2 years from anticipated retirement date Separates: Up to 1 year from anticipated separation date Your Second Step is to attend the 5-Day TAP Workshop. Sign-ups will take place during Pre-Sep. This workshop is MANDATORY with few exceptions. Your Third Step is to schedule Capstone. Sign-ups can take place during TAP or call 247-2246 to schedule a Wednesday appointment. This is a MANDATORY requirement. Capstones must be completed prior to final out-processing with vMPF.
A&FRC Employment Workshops/ Assistance ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓
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Resume Writing Interviewing Job Search Strategies Federal Resumes
Information Priority Of Service Have you ever served in the military or are you the spouse of a veteran? Federal law entitles veterans and eligible spouses priority service in several employment and training programs offered through WorkSource. If you are a veteran or the spouse of a veteran, then we’d like to say, “Thank you for serving our country.”
Now, WorkSource is here to serve you. WorkSource helps thousands of veterans every year take the next employment step in their careers. On any given day WorkSource has as many a 15,000 Washington job listings. As a veteran , you may receive priority referrals to those jobs and other services over non-veteran job seekers. Most offices have veterans on staff to assist you with employment-related needs. They can assess your skills and interests and put together an employment plan that is right for you.
A&FRC Discovery Center You are eligible for priority service if: you left active duty U.S. military service without a dishonorable discharge or are a member of the Reserves or National Guard who was activated to federal service under Title 10. You are the spouse of a U.S. military veteran who: died as a result of a service-related disability; or is reported as missing inaction, a prisoner of war, has been forcibly detained or interned in the line of duty by a foreign government or power for more than 90 days. Total permanent disability resulting from military service.
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Information Work Source Spokane Learn how to write an Effective resume! Learn about resume types and how to better use them. Individualized follow-up assistance. Class is open to all DOD ID card holders. For more information call Mike Ramos at 509 202-7740 Class Dates: 20 Jul 2016 17 Aug 2016 21 Sep 2016
Resumes For Federal Jobs Learn how to effectively navigate USAJobs and how to build Federal Resume to achieved results. This is a workshop. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), if possible. Bring any work experience, performance evaluations, position descriptions, references-anything which will help you work on your resume. Attendees are encouraged to create an account prior to attendance on www.usajobs.gov Class Date: 10 Aug 2016 0800-1100 Call 509 247-2246 to sign-up Today.
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HELPING AGENCY (IDS) PHONE NUMBERS Airman & Family Services Flight Chief A&FRC Youth Center Child Development Center Family Child Care Casualty / SBP Military Family Life Consultant (MFLC) www.fairchildfamilysupport.org
247-5307 247-2246 247-5601 247-2403 247-5336 247-4488 509-592-6951/6949
http://www.fairchildfun.com/ Chapel
Pastoral & Family Counseling After-hours Duty Chaplain
247-2264 247-4051
Fairchild Clinic Appointment Line
247-2361 Health & Wellness Center (HAWC)
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247-5590 Mental Health
Mental Health Family Advocacy Program Drug Demand Reduction Alcohol & Drug Prevention/Treatment
247-2731 247-2687 247-3944 247-2731
Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Coordinator Hotline 247-2016 Coordinator 247-4444
4 W Castle St, Fairchild AFB WA 99011 (509) 247-2246 DSN 657-2246
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