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March/April 2015
SPOTLIGHT on the HOLIDAY PARTY 1
SPOTLIGHT: HOLIDAY PARTY
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
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FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
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WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
On December 12, 2014, our favorite bearded friend, Santa Claus visited from the North Pole, Our Santa was no mere imitation. With a velvet, embroidered suit and genuine beard, he delighted children and adults alike. “WOW, he is a perfect Santa! I feel like a kid again,” was a common refrain heard at the event.
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More than 150 children attended the festivities that included United States Army Garrison-Miami photos with Santa, a gift from Directorate of Family and his helpers, craft activitie and Morale, Welfare and Recreation games. The Fitness Center was 9301 NW 33rd Street filled with the magical Doral, Florida 33172 sound of laughter and Director - 305.437.2720 put everyone in the holiday spirit. Sign up for THE MWR eNews. Send an e-mail to: southcom.miami.sc-cc. mbx.usag-mwr@mail.mil
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Once Santa bid farewell to all and the children’s event concluded, we moved the party to the courtyard where the Chaplain played guitar and led everyone in the singing of Christmas carols.
At dusk, General Kelly did the countdown and lit the tree, officially starting the holiday season. There was a great turnout for this portion of the event surprising many, as this was the first time we ever did this. It showed the comraderie and community spirit at the Command. Following the tree lighting, we moved inside for more holiday cheer. The kids continued games on the basketball courts while adults partied on, and what a party it was! The food was delicious and plentiful with not an empty belly to be found. But this did not stop them from getting on the dance floor. Three wise men entertained everyone as they conducted the door prize drawings. Special thanks to the Family and MWR staff and all the members on the Holiday Committee for putting together this event. In recognition of the start of Chanukah, a menorah lighting ceremony took place on December 17 in the courtyard. As a special treat, traditional potato latkes and pastries were served. Photos by Art McQueen
CALENDAR OF EVENTS APRIL MARCH
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1 - Doral Soccer League begins, Tuesday and Thursday, Doral Meadows Park
Month of the Military Child, Child Abuse Prevention, National Volunteer Recognition, Sexual Assault Prevention
1-31 - Military Emergency Relief Campaign
1 - Military Child Parade, 10-11am, Courtyard
9-13 - Transition Assistance Workshop, 8am4pm, ACS Classroom 13-15 - March Madness Basketball, Fitness Center 19 - Financial Planning for a Home of Your Own, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom Foreclosure Alternatives and Prevention, 2:30-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
8 - How to Create an Effective Civilian Resume’, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom 9 (t) - Parent Workshop Real World Retirement Planning, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom 10 - Volunteer Recognition Ceremony, 11am3pm, Conference Center of the Americas
1 - (t) Mother’s Day Bazaar, 10am-4pm, Food Court 1-31 - Strong Bands Competition 5-8 - Teacher Appreciation Week 8 - Military Spouse Appreciation Day Spring Gala, 6pm-12am, Big Five Club 12 - Household Goods and PCS Entitlements, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom 13 - How to Create an Effective Civilian Resume’, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom 14 - SOS Memorial Day Event, 11am-1pm, CCA Raise Credit Score and Liquidate Debt 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
22 - Tribute to the Military 5k, Tropical Park
18 - Workforce Appreciation and Family Special Event, 10am-3pm, Zoo Miami
24 - Newcomer Orientation, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
22 - Interview Techniques Workshop, 9am12pm, ACS Classroom
25 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
23 - Mercedes Benz Corporate Run, 6:30pm, Bayfront Park
27 - Miami Tour, 9am-4pm ACS Classroom
First Term Finance/Financial Survival 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
22 - Doral Community Fair, 11am-2pm, Fitness Center
28 - Newcomer Orientation, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
24 - Newcomer Orientation, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
29 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am - 3:30pm, ACS Classroom 30 - (t) Mother’s Day Bazaar, 10am-4pm, Food Court
21 - Financial Planning for a Home of Your Own, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom Foreclosure Alternatives and Prevention, 2:30-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
25 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-3:30pm, ACS Classroom 29 - Interview Techniques Workshop, 9am12pm, ACS Classroom Miami Tour, 9am-4pm Transition to Elementary, Middle, High School, 10:30am-12pm, ACS Classroom Army Ten Miler tryouts - TBA
Classes and Events For more information or to register, go to the MWR website: http://miami.armymwr.com
Calendars may be viewed here: http://miami.armymwr.com/us/miami/monthlycalendars/
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA? BROWARD - http://www.sunny.org/events/ Florida Grand Opera: Read Along, Sing a Song at Imperial Point Branch Library, March 7, 4pm, Imperial Point Branch Library, 5985 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, and March 14, 3:30pm, North Central Branch Library, 9590 NW 27th Avenue, Miami, FL 33147, 305.403.3308, free. http://tickets.fgo.org/Tickets/ EventDetails.aspx?id=1281. Lauderdale by the Sea Craft Festival, March 14-15, Saturday & Sunday, 10am-5pm, free. A1A and Commercial Blvd in Lauderdale by the Sea. http://artfestival.com/Festivals/Lauderdale_ by_the_Sea_Spring_Craft_Festival.ASPX. Big Cypress Shootout, 2nd Seminole War Reenactment, March 13-15, 10am-4pm, Billie Swamp Safari, Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation in the Florida Everglades, 1.800.949,6101. www.bcshootout.com/.
Fort Lauderdale Irish Festival & Parade, March 14, Fort Lauderdale, free. St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival has grown into one of Fort Lauderdale’s largest and most anticipated events, attracting spectators to the streets of downtown for a one-of-a-kind celebration of all things Irish. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, highlighted by a parade, live music, food and entertainment. http://ftlaudirishfest. com/. Dania Beach Arts and Seafood Celebration, March 21-22, 10am-7pm, Frost Park, 300 NE 2nd Street, Dania Beach, 33004, 954.924.6801, ext.3750, free. http:// daniabeachartsandseafoodcelebration.com/. Fleet Week, April 27 - May 04, Port Everglades, 1850 Eller Drive, Fort Lauderdale, 3 3 3 1 6 , 954.649.4777. During Fleet Week, more than 2,000 South Florida students, residents and veterans will tour the visiting Navy and Coast Guard ships. Unfortunately, due to security restrictions at Port Everglades, tours must be reserved well in advance and each visitor must undergo security clearance. Souvenirs from the ships will be available for sale (cash only)- either on the ship or at a table near the exit. www. browardnavydaysinc.org/.
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events Perez Art Museum of Miami (PAMM) Free every first Thursday at PAMM from 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Jan. 10 - Free Second Saturdays, Free monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. Free and open to the public. 1-4 p.m. http://www.pamm.org/. SoundScape Cinema Series: Ghostbusters(1984) March 4, City of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks presents its SoundScape Cinema Series, FREE movies under the stars at SoundScape (500 17th Street, Miami Beach.) Showtime is at 8pm. RAIN OR SHINE unless otherwise noted. www. mbculture.com/. Carnaval on the Mile, March 7-8. Cultural experience appealing to the all senses. Walk a mile of paintings with over 120 fine artists, sculptures, photography, crafts & jewelry, three concert stages packed with 36 live musical groups coming from all over the US, wine, Bacardi cocktails and fine foods from more than ten local restaurants. Children can partake in activities just for them, fun for the entire family. Free family destination event with music, fine art, children’s entertainment and ‘Miami-style’ food. www.carnavalmiami.com/. Asian Culture Festival, March 7-8. This annual festival features Asian crafts, art, and exotic music and dance, highlighted by a tasty selection of authentic Far Eastern cuisine. Children can participate in the Asian passport activity, and receive a special gift upon completion. 10am-6pm. www.fruitandspicepark. org/. Family Fun Day: Birds of America, March 14, HistoryMiami offers a fun variety of museum programs for children and families to enjoy and learn the second Saturday of each month. Do you know what makes a bird different from other animals? How did the chickadee get its song? Why is the owl wise? Explore the avian world with our new exhibition “The Complete Audubon: The Birds of America.” Join museum staff for an afternoon of games, stories, and art activities designed to build children’s knowledge of and connection to nature. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. www. historymiami.org/. Vintage Auto Show, March 15. The Deering Estate at Cutler, in collaboration with the
Antique Automotive Club of America – South Florida Region, will host the 3rd annual Vintage Auto Show where car enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a variety of vintage cars at the historic Estate. 10am-4pm. www.deeringestate. org/pages/view-all-information.aspx.
Fabulous First Fridays, Free Planetarium Star Show (7pm) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30-10pm, weather permitting.) Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s Laser Shows in the Planetarium. Laser Show. $4 per child, $8 per adult. Activity Room for kids - a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for handson activities and demonstrations. Kids ages 3 and up. 8-9pm. Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305.646.4200. Active duty military free with valid ID. www.miamisci.org. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/ calendarofevents/ 9th Annual Sombrero Beach Run, March 6-7. Food, drinks, music and entertainment, the event is to be staged at Sombrero Beach at the end of Sombrero Beach Road, mile marker 50. Awards are given to overall finishers in the 10k run, 5k run and 5k walk. 305.743.4582 or 305.289.9868, sombrerobeachrun@bellsouth. net, www.sombrerobeachrun.com/ 24th Annual Florida Keys Island Fest, March 2829. Music, art, food and fun complement this annual art show with nearly 100 artists and crafters, live music and a “Taste of the Islands” foodie competition. Free admission, festival hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Founder’s Park, mile marker 87 bayside on Plantation Key. On-site parking for a $5 donation. Chamber of Commerce, 305.664.4503, info@islamoradachamber.com. www.islamoradachamber.com/. DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/ Events Calendar - www.cityofdoral.com/index. php?option=com_jevents&view=month&layout= calendar&Itemid=706
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911 Child Abuse 1.800.96A.BUSE or 1.800.962.2873
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS Service Member For Life Transition Assistance Program
Department of Homeland Security, and Small Business Administration. Transition requirements are identified under the Veteran Opportunity Work Act which consists of five days of comprehensive information on transition assistance benefits and services for service members and their spouses.
Space is available for 14 attendees. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.
The next SMFL/TAP is scheduled for:
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The Soldier for Life: Transition Assistance Program (TAP) was formerly known as Army Career and Alumni Program. USAG-Miami transition program in support of the same Department of Defense Veteran Opportunity to Work Act is named Service Members For Life Transition Assistance Program since it supports joint services. The mission of the Service Members For Life TAP is to deliver a world-class transition program for America’s military that empowers service members to make informed career decisions that enhances lives, communities and our nation. This program enables service members to capitalize on their experience and skills. Service members make informed decisions using transition program services and re-enlistment may be a viable option. It is all about making informed decisions – setting service members up for success. Service members leaving the military must complete the Mandatory Pre-Separation Counseling Checklist (DD Form 2648) no later than 12 months from their separation date. Retirees could complete their PreSeparation Brief within 24 months of retiring. New mandated Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act training requirements must be completed prior to separation. The Individual Transition Plan Checklist (DD Form 2958) is required prior to receiving separation orders. Once service members are eligible, it is recommended to begin transition program services as early as possible. The Service Members For Life Transition Assistance Program (SMFL/TAP) is mandatory for all military members retiring or leaving active duty service. Retirees are eligible to attend within 24 months, those leaving active service within 12 months of active duty service. Program requirements are established under a National Memorandum of Understanding by the Department of Defense, Veterans Administration, Department of Labor,
March 9-13, USAG-Miami, Army Community Service (ACS) Classroom, Rm. 2008, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172.
A registration form must be completed in order to reserve a space. Registration is limited to 35 attendees. To register, call Mr. Joe Pagan, Employment Readiness Program (ERP) Manager, 305.437.2665/2639, or send an email to joe.pagan1.civ@mail. mil.
Resume and Interview/Mock Techniques Workshops For those interested in developing an effective civilian resume, learning How to Apply Using USAJOBS and Application Manager, or learning how to master your next interview, register to attend one the following sessions: •
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Resume Development/How to Apply Using USAJOBS and Application Manager, Wednesday, 8 April, 9am - 12pm, USAG-Miami, ACS Classroom, Rm. E2008, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172.
To register send an email to joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil, or call 305.437.2639.
For spouses seeking civilian employment Career Source South Florida Military Family Employment Advocate Ms. Vanessa Cervantes is here to provide support. Ms. Cervantes is Mr. Joe Pagan, ERP Manager a military spouse who has assisted many spouses during the past two and a half years in achieving their goals in finding opportunities throughout South Florida. Spouses prepared with a civilian resume or interested in finding out more about Ms. Cervantes employment opportunities or support service may schedule an appointment at the ACS Service Center on Wednesdays from 9am to 3pm. Ms. Cervantes may be reached at 305.228.2300, ext. 4219, or email: vanessa. cervantes@careersourcesfl.com. Resume and interview technique workshops are scheduled monthly in the ACS Classroom. The Family Support Center has an expanded Career Library, computers, faxes, telephones, and printers. Best of all these services are offered free of charge. For additional information contact the Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan at 305.437.2639, or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil. For additional information on “How to Set Career Goals” contact the Employment Readiness Program Manager at 305.437.2639, or email: joe.pagan1.civ@ mail.mil.
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Consider setting at least six professional goals for the next two to 10 years of which three would be short term within one to three years to accomplish, and the remaining three would become long term goals to complete within four to 10 years.
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Focus on professional achievements, skills, knowledge, and abilities you want to acquire.
Interview and Mock Interview Techniques, Wednesday, 22 April, 9am - 12pm , USAG-Miami, ACS Classroom, Rm. E2008, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172.
All attendees will receive resources, including a copy of Quick Resume Guide - Six Steps to Building an Effective Resume, or an Interview Guide when attending “Interviewing/Mock Techniques Workshop.
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Set goals that are measurable and prove to potential employers you have a plan for your future.
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Command Volunteers are individuals who represent the command at various community functions such as color guard details and tutoring in school. The deadline to submit hours is 13 March 2015.
Remember that in some situations your organization may already have an existing course of action through an Individual Development Plan (ITP) requiring these goals to be recertified annually.
Last year, USAG-Miami and SOUTHCOM recognized 230 volunteers. Their combined volunteer hours represented a savings of $255, 916 to the command and the communities where they volunteer.
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Sample short term goal: “To acquire a Professional Trainer Certifications and attend an annual Professional Trainer Conference.”
Save the date for the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony on Friday, 10 April 2015 from 1100-1300 in the Conference Center of the Americas.
Sample long term goal: “To become a Master Certified Trainer and Professional Trainer Conference Presenter.”
Please confirm attendance no later than 27 March 2015 to Mary Ortiz Installation Volunteer Officer, mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2665/2667.
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Volunteer Recognition to the held in April
National Volunteer Appreciation Week is an opportunity to recognize and honor the many volunteers that assist and support our military programs throughout the year. The Volunteer Recognition Ceremony is intended to recognize the volunteer efforts of all installation, community, and command volunteers who volunteered from 1 January - 31 December 2014. Definitions for various categories of volunteers include: Installation volunteers register through the Installation Volunteer Program and are documented in the Army’s Volunteer Management Information System (VMIS) at www.myarmyonesource.com. Installation volunteers provide support to Army Community Service, Military Family Action Plan, the Fitness Center and Child, Youth & School Services. The deadline to submit hours in VMIS is 13 March 2015. Community volunteers volunteer off the installation and within their communities. Examples include volunteer with Zip Code Groups, America Red Cross, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, the Guardian Ad Litem Program, schools, and prison ministry are a few examples. The deadline to submit hours is 13 March 2015.
For more information, go to http://miami.armymwr. com/us/miami/programs/army-communityservice-acs/ and click on the blue tab, “Volunteer.”
Exceptional family member program (EFMP) facts The EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program under Army Regulation 608–75 and is based on Department of Defense directives. This program works with military and civilian agencies to ensure that comprehensive and coordinated community support, appropriate housing, educational, medical and personnel services are available to Families with special needs, prior to Family movement to that location. When Family Members with special needs are enrolled in the program prior to the assignment cycle, their needs can be considered in the military assignment process. An Exceptional Family Member (EFM) is an active–duty Family Member (adult or child) with any physical, emotional, developmental or intellectual disorder that requires special treatment, therapy, education, training, housing or counseling. Enrollment in the EFMP is MANDATORY if any of the criteria are met.
In general, an active–duty Family member qualifies for EFMP if they: • Require any medical care above the level normally provided by a family physician in an outpatient setting. • Have serious or chronic medical problems, physical disabilities, mental health disorders or require specialty follow up support or early intervention/special education services. Common Diagnoses for Enrollment (not all inclusive): • ADD/ADHD/ODD (if on more than one medication, have a co–morbid condition or receive any counseling.) • Allergies (if require allergy shots or follow up with an allergist more than once a year.) • Asthma/RAD (intermittent asthma NOT requiring controller medication is no longer required to be enrolled.) • Autism Spectrum/Pervasive Developmental Disorders/Developmental Delays (may also require educational enrollment.) • Autoimmune/Neuromuscular Disorders (such as Muscular Dystrophy, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, etc.) • Cancer (unless patient has completed treatments, is in remission over five years, and is requiring no further follow up.) • Cervical Dysplasia/ Abnormal Pap Smear (if requires pap smears twice each year or greater or requires colposcopy.) • Cerebral Palsy or Loss of Mobility (requiring use of wheelchair, walker or other aid; requiring PT or OT.) • Cleft Lip/ Palate (unless after complete repair and no longer requiring any services or follow up.) • Diabetes (all insulin dependent diabetes and any non–insulin dependent requiring frequent or specialist follow up.) • Equipment (e.g. g–tube, oxygen, ventilator, home nebulizer, CPAP, apnea monitor, home dialysis, wheelchair or other mobility aid, splints, braces, orthotics; for insulin pump, hearing aid, pacemaker – include brand and model number.) • Genetic Disorders/Congenital Anomalies (e.g. cystic fibrosis, Trisomy 21, hydrocephalus, spina bifida.) • Hearing Problems/Deafness (requiring hearing aids or special services.) • Heart Conditions (congenital and acquired heart disease, any conditions requiring frequent follow up or cardiology.) • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (e.g. Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis.) • Immunodeficiency (primary or secondary, including SCID, HIV/AIDS or requiring frequent medical care.) • Mental Health Conditions (Anxiety Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, continued on page 8
CHILD, YOUTH AND SCHOOL SERVICES Holiday toys make for December smiles The 2014 Holiday toy giveaway, sponsored by the School Liaison Office, placed smiles on more than 300 military children’s faces. Military members were able to stuff their bags with stocking stuffers and a premium toy. This event has been a Child, Youth and School Services tradition at US Army Garrison-Miami for the past three years, and is made possible through the generosity of local organizations that donate the toys, If you are new to the area or have not registered your school age child with the School Liaison Office, please do so. The School Liaison Office located in the US Army Garrison-Miami building, suite E2112. Parents selecting toyrs for their children.
Helping to sort toys, pictured are: PFC Fell, SPC Pla, Rich Zimmelman, Financial Readiness Manager, Pamela Flanders-Alvin, Communication Supervisor, Bal Harbour Police, Rosa Kamiya, Officer Hatcher, SGT Harris, Joyce Kennedy, School Liaison Officer Thanks to the 525th
Parents selecting toyrs for their children. Photos by Art McQueen
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School. • Surgeries requiring follow–up services (lap band, gastric bypass.) • Thyroid Problems (Graves Disease, frequent follow up or endocrinology follow up.) • Vision Problems/Blindness (sight not corrected with glasses or any conditions requiring ophthalmology or housing limitations.) • Any other medical, psychological or educational condition should be considered if follow up by a specialist or special services are required. When in doubt, contact the EFMP office at U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, 305.437.2734, for additional guidance.
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, Drug or Alcohol Abuse, etc, All must be enrolled who have been treated with medication or received therapy within the last five years, if required therapy is more than six months.) • Ostomies/Shunts/Prosthetics (any artificial openings that must be maintained, any artificial body parts.) • Premature or High Risk Infants (delivered at less than 36 weeks, those who required extended oxygen support or assisted ventilation, admission to Neonatal Intensive Care Unit or readmission to hospital within one month.) Frequently asked questions about the • Seizure Disorders/Epilepsy (not including simple family advocacy program (FAP) febrile seizures.) • Sickle Cell Disease/Bleeding Disorders (such as : How does the Department of Defense define hemophilia or requiring frequent or hematology “domestic violence?” follow up.) : The Department of Defense distinguishes • Special Education/Early Intervention between the terms “domestic abuse” and Requirements (services required per Individual “domestic violence.” Domestic abuse includes Family Support Plan (IFSP) or Individual domestic violence: Education Plan (IEP); DD Form 2792–1 to be completed by Early Intervention Program or
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Domestic violence is any offense under the United States Code, the Uniform Code of Military Justice, or State law involving the use, attempted use, or threatened use of force or violence against a person, or a violation of a lawful order issued for the protection of a person who is: • • •
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305.437.0123 http://miami.armymwr.com/conus/miami/programs/fitness-center Monday 0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica 1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1215-1315 Yoga 1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free 1645-1745 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
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: How much domestic violence occurs that : What types of domestic abuse are included in involves service members? this FAP domestic abuse data? : DoD counts incidents of domestic violence : The data includes physical abuse, including acts that are reported to the Defense Incident-Based of physical abuse in which no injury resulted Reporting System (DIBRS), using offense codes but there was a reasonable potential for injury, and for murder, manslaughter, maiming, various types sexual abuse. It also includes emotional abuse and of assault, sexual assault, and property damage neglect of a spouse. or destruction and a choice of relationship codes between the alleged offender and the victim (spouse, : Are all the alleged abuser active duty service common law spouse, former spouse, love interest). members in the FAP data? This domestic violence data must be obtained from : No, only 62% are. The alleged abuser may be an DIBRS. active duty service member or the intimate partner : How does the Department of Defense count or civilian spouse of an active duty service member. domestic abuse incidents? : Are all the victims civilian spouses in the FAP data? : DoD does not know how many incidents go unreported, but counts each incident of : No, only slightly less than half, (44%) are. The suspected domestic abuse that is reported to the victim may be an active duty service member or Family Advocacy Program (FAP) at each installation the intimate partner or civilian spouse of an active for clinical assessment and social services. With an duty service member. incident-based system, we can calculate how many repeated incidents of domestic abuse are reported : How does the FAP data compare to data of on the same victims. In many cases the incident was domestic violence from studies of civilians? first reported to a civilian law enforcement agency or : Generally, the DoD FAP data should not be a civilian domestic violence program and was then compared to data from studies of civilians reported to FAP; the incident may or may not be because there are significant differences in the recorded in DIBRS. However, the FAP data excludes designs of the studies. are three examples: incidents that occur in Reserve component families • The FAP definition ofHere domestic abuse usually differs (Army National Guard, Air National Guard, Army from the definition of domestic violence used in Reserve, Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, and the civilian studies. Air Force Reserve) because usually they are in the • The DoD FAP data includes incidents of emotional
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abuse that occurred without any physical or sexual abuse, while most civilian studies include only physical or sexual abuse. The DoD demographics are usually much different from the demographics of the civilian studies. Family violence occurs more frequently in young couples, which are overrepresented in the military population. Comparisons should not be made unless the study designs and populations are standardized.
: The number of met criteria incidents of spouse abuse in the FY11 FAP data decreased only slightly by less than 1% percent from FY10. Does this mean that spouse abuse is remaining relatively constant due to ongoing military operations and deployments? : We do not know if this data reflects ongoing adjustment reactions following return from military operations or to other factors, such as marital stress resulting from financial problems associated with the economy, continued public awareness activities encourage reporting, effectiveness of our prevention programs, or to some combination of one or more of these. We are monitoring this data closely. We will need several more years of data to see whether the general decline in the rate per thousand from FY01 in met criteria incidents of spouse abuse (by 32.7 percent) will continue or is holding steady. When in doubt, contact the Family Advocacy Program office at U.S. Army Garrison-Miami 305.437.2734, for additional guidance.
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ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER Community Partnerships
ZIP CODE GROUPS The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators MIAMI-DADE COUNTY - miamidadespouses@gmail.com. BROWARD COUNTY - browardspouses2013@gmail.com. SOCSOUTH - www.facebook.com/groups/socsouthredfam HOMESTEAD - www.facebook.com/groups/ HomesteadMilitaryWives
In December 2014, the U.S. Army Garrison Miami had the opportunity to experience the true meaning of giving as it relates to community partnerships. A widow who is raising her granddaughter visited Army Community Service (ACS) to request emergency financial assistance. Army Emergency Relief was provided but did not meet all of her needs. She specifically needed items on her granddaughter’s Christmas wish list. A referral was made to the School Liaison Officer (SLO) because of an upcoming toy giveaway sponsored by Operation Homefront Florida to determine if those items on the granddaughter’s wish list could be provided. The SLO contacted one of their community partners, the Bal Harbour Village Police Department, to request assistance for the Family. On Friday, December 19, 2014, the Bal Harbour Village Police Department, the Bal Harbour Village Mayor and the Bal Harbour City Manager hosted a small gathering for the Family to present them with gifts. In attendance at this event were the SLO and the Army Community Service Director. The granddaughter was presented with many items from her Christmas wish list. She received a Dell laptop computer, ink, gift cards, fingernail polish. The grandmother also received a Publix gift card. The Family was overwhelmed by the generosity of the Bal Harbour Village staff that also held a small reception in their honor at the conclusion of the ceremony. Plans were also in the works to help this Family move from an apartment where the rent had become unaffordable to another apartment. All efforts of the Bal Harbour Village staff are appreciated by the Family and MWR team. We look forward to working with the Bal Harbour Village staff in the future. The Ransom Everglades School also provided gifts to this young lady from their holiday project. Students had fundraisings to help someone in need during the holidays. This is the fourth year Ransom Everglades High School has taken this on as a holiday project. A daughter of a U.S. Southern Command employee started this program while attending school there. She has since gone on to college but her love for giving is still putting smiles on faces.
WHO’S WHO Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141 CYSS Coordinator - Francisco Brizuela, francisco.j.brizuela.naf@mail.mil Administration - Mary Gomez, mary.e.gomez.naf@mail.mil Office of Administration: Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.a.byrd.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2720 Childdenise.gonzalez5.naf@mail.mil Administration - Sherry Good, sherry.c.good.naf@mail.mil Community Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer - Edna 305 .437.2409 Quinones, Edna.i.quinones.naf@mail.mil Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, Outreach Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, ileana.gonzalez-posada.naf@mail.mil marisol.e.archibold2.naf@mail.mil 305.437.1144 School Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, joyce.m.kennedy.naf@mail.mil Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, helen.colby.naf@mail.mil 305.437.3149 E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ Family Programs mail.mil Toll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604 Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, victoria.t.dubois.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2644 Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allsion 305.437.1407 Recreation Services Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, richard.c.zimmelman.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2645 Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 Joe Pagan, joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2639 Stephen.c.ondriezek.civ@mail.mil Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595 Joe Walker, joe.n.walker.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2734 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator Sport and Fitness Vacant 305.437.2178 Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor Fitness Center 305.437.0123 / 0124 Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.m.hauser.civ@mail.mil; Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, francisco.same.naf@ mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2667 mail.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique.s.williams.naf@ Military Family Employment Advocate - Vanessa Cervantes, mail.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.a.fernandez107.naf@mail. CareerSource South Florida 305.228.2300, ext. 4219 mil; Alci Montero, alci.j.montero.naf@mail.mil; Arthurlyn vanessa.cervantes@careersourcesfl.com Mitcham: arthurlyn.s.mitcham2.naf@mail.mil SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite,
edward.e.wilhite.civ@mail.mil
305.437.2653
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP) ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, guy.w.drab.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3078 Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs Cheryl A. Davis, cheryl.a.davis10.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2932 ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, Marilou.c.balch.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3085 Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, wanda.y.laureano.civ@mail.mil; Connie Sova, connie.I.sova.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.1744 / 2428 Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) Carmen Rivera Martinez, carmen.i.riveramartinez.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600
For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled members TRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa Locka Domestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519 Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086 Housing Referral 305.437.2642 Education Service 305.437.2287 Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
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