The Bugle Boy May/June 2012
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE 1
SPOTLIGHT: HAPPY BIRTHDAY ACS
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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
11 GOING GREEN 13 PARENTS CORNER 15 SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO 16 FAMILY & MWR FUN BUS TRIPS
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rom the pioneer days to the all-volunteer Army of today, the concept of humanitarian concern for the welfare of others exists as a foundation of the Army way of life. Army posts, familiar to the pioneers, were oftentimes isolated and located in hostile and dangerous environments, seldom located near a civilian community, and had limited and infrequent communication with the world outside its protective fortifications. The early day Army existed as a closely knit, distinct and generally self-sufficient society. The pioneer Army wife knew hardship in her environment, but she established an enviable pattern of personal sacrifice and compassion still found in the Army spouse of today. For years, Army wives operated lending closets, thrift shops, and nurseries; raised funds to help the needy; assisted in emergencies; taught and trained the inexperienced; provided care and comfort to the ill and bereaved; and through a grass roots understanding of the Army community, contributed significantly to its stability. An adverse aspect of these social service activities was that they often disappeared or stagnated when their originators transferred or left the service.
forces, and their deployment worldwide had a devastating impact on American Family life. Long separations, lack of communication, meager pay, fear, and reports of casualties brought disruption and insecurity to Army families who shared this experience. An important resource for the alleviation of social welfare problems of Soldiers and their Families came in the 1940s in the form of Army Emergency Relief (AER). Funded by donations of the American public and proceeds of the Irving Berlin Broadway hit “This is the Army” AER offices were located at Army posts throughout the United States in 1941. One large metropolitan AER office, and the only one so established, was located in New York City on 5 February 1942.
Staffed by military and civilian personnel and a large number of civilian volunteers, this unusual quasi-military organization operated under the supervision of the 1202nd Service Command Unit. In March 1944, the AER office was redesignated “Personnel Affairs Branch,” but continued its same operations with a slightly altered but effective relationship with AER funding. In operation until the end of WWII, this organization through an interesting coincidence provided the Army Community Service (ACS) was designed framework for development of ACS more than to eliminate this adverse aspect and provide 20 years later. a flexible framework for the operation of a viable system of social services. Changes in In providing assistance, the New York AER not the Army community have been substantial only had access to AER funds, but also drew and significant, and reflect the changes of the on a network of resources from Salvation Army, larger society which it serves; however, the Department of Welfare, Navy Relief, Catholic major impact of these changes has been most Charities, and many other civic organizations to ease the problems and hardships of Soldiers apparent since 1940. and their Families. Civilian psychiatrists, social In 1940, the active Army numbered 269,000 workers, lawyers, and the police donated their of whom only 25 percent were married. The professional expertise to assist in difficult cases, advent of World War II (WWII) rapidly altered free of charge. continued on page 7 this picture. The rapid buildup of U.S. defensive
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
MAY
JUNE
Military Appreciation and Military Spouse Appreciation Month
1 - Army Ten Miler Try Outs, Friday, 5am, west gate
Military Emergency Relief Campaign continues through May 31
6 - First Term Finance, Wednesday, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
9 - Household Budgeting, Wednesday, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
7 - Personal Finance for Careerists, Thursday, 9-11am, ACS Classroom
Deadline to pay for Busch Gardens Trip, Adult $80/Child $70, Close of Business (COB) 12 - Trip to Busch Gardens, Saturday 14 - Transition to Elementary, Middle, or High School, Monday, 12-1:30pm, ACS Classroom 15 - FICO Score and Debt Reduction, Tuesday, 1-2;30 pm, ACS Classroom
JULY
8 - Bench Press Competition, Friday, 10am, Fitness Center 13 - Estate Plans Everyone Needs to Know, Wednesday, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom Deadline to Pay for Islands of Adventure Trip, Wednesday, COB
16 - Resume Workshop, 1-4pm, ACS Classroom
16 - Trip to Islands of Adventure, Saturday
16, 17, 18 - Making Homes Affordable/Mortgage Modification Programs, Weds, Thurs, Fri, 1130am1230pm, FDLE Training Center
18-21 - Transition Assistance Program, Mon-Thur
17 - Resiliency...The Transition of Life. Helping Military Families Cope with Traumatic Events, 1-3pm, ACS Classroom
4 - Independence Day, Wednesday 5-6 - Three Points Basketball Tournament, Thursday-Friday 11 - Your Ideal Retirement a Reality, Wednesday, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom Deadline to pay for trip to Aquatica, COB 11, 12 - KinderJam Playgroup Facilitator Training, Weds, Thurs, 8am-5pm, ACS Classroom 14 - Trip to Aquatica, Saturday 19 - Interview Techniques, Thursday, 1-4pm, ACS Classroom 20 - Strongman Competition, Friday, 11am, Fitness Center
26 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday. 8am-11am, ACS Classroom 29 - Miami Tour, Friday. 9:30am-3pm
24 - Newcomer Orientation. Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom 25 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ACS!
18 - SOUTHCOM Field Day 18-20 - Marriage and Relationship Workshop, Friday 6-8pm, Saturday & Sunday 8am-5pm, ACS Classroom 21 - Memorial Day Ceremony, Monday, Conference Center of the Americas, 2-4pm Biggest Loser Competition, through Aug 13 22 - Newcomer Orientation, Tuesday, 8-11am, ACS Classroom 25 - Training Holiday, Friday Golf Tournament, Inverrary Country Club, 6:30am. Details, page 9 28 - Memorial Day, Monday 30 - Interview Techniques, Wednesday, 1-4pm, ACS Classroom
Classes and Events For more information or to register, call the Family Support Center, 305.437.2665. Trips - Reserve and pay for trips at the Information, Tickets and Registration (ITR) Office - Installation Services Center, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, 305.437.1595
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
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA? BROWARD www.sunny.org/visitors/events/ Super Summer Savings, through 09/30. Discover a passion for diving. Charter a fishing boat for an afternoon adventure. Spend the day relaxing and revitalizing at the spa. It’s all part of a vacation that goes beyond the ordinary. Discover another side of summer and yourself in Greater Fort Lauderdale. Find unique two-forone offers, www.sunny.org/supersummer/. Music & Dancing Under The Stars, through 12/26. Hollywood Beach Theatre, east of A1A at Johnson St. and the ocean. Hollywood, FL, 7:309pm, 954.921.3404, free, Every Mon., Tue. and Wed. Music & dancing from big band to country, rock and roll and soul. www.hollywoodfl.org/ parks_rec/concert.asp.
MIAMI-DADE www.miamiandbeaches.com/ visitors/calendar.aspx MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS www.miamidade.gov. Menu bar - Click on Calendar for all events. Greynolds Love-In, May 6, 11am - 6:30pm, Greynolds Park. Join Felix Cavaliere and the Rascals in celebration of the 1960s with music, vintage clothing and memorabilia. 17530 W. Dixie Highway, N. Miami Beach, entrance at 22nd Avenue and NE 186th Street, 305.945.3425, www.miamidade.gov/greynoldslovein/.
Explore Real Caves at Camp Owaissa Bauer! May 12/June 2, 4pm - 9pm, 17001 SW 264 St, Miami, FL 33031. Experience Old South Florida on this adventure trek through Camp Owaissa Bauer. Your afternoon journey takes you through the park’s hardwood hammock and pine rockland to a natural solution hole. Guests will discover wildlife and explore a real underground cave! In the evening there is a presentation on South Florida owls, followed by a call of the resident Eastern Screech owls and a marshmallow toast around a campfire. Adults - $8, children ages 12 and under - $6. 16th Annual Redland International Orchid Festival May 18-20, 9am -5pm. Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Homestead, Florida. Admission - $10, weekend pass, $25, admittance for all three days, Available at all park ticket locations on Friday. www. redlandorchidfestival.org/.
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys. com/calendarofevents/ Ocean Life Lecture Series, Presented by Friends of the Key Largo Cultural Center, visitors are welcome to participate in the new Ocean Life Lecture Series; Coral Reefs & Human Systems (May 18); World Oceans Day (June 8); Florida Everglades (July 20). Meet-and-greet- reception is at 6pm,
lecture begins at 7pm. Held at the theater inside the Murray E. Nelson Cultural Center, MM 102. Contact: Linda Kaplan 305.396.7000, E-mail: Linda@fklcc.org. www.fklcc.org/Home.html.
C o r a l R e s t o rat i o n Wo r k s h o p , June 5-8. Divers b e c o m e a citizen scientist and join a coral restoration program. Learn the importance of coral health, corals’ function in marine ecosystems and help protect this resource in the Florida Keys in a hands-on way. Scuba-certified participants go on a working dive at the coral nursery, an orientation dive at some of the restoration projects that have been completed and two dives to plant corals on the new restoration site. Accommodations packages at Amoray Dive Resort also available. 305.451.3595; 1.800.4.AMORAY. E-mail: amoraydive@ amoray.com. www.coralrestoration.org/ CRF/index.php. PALM BEACH www.palmbeachfl.com DORAL www.cityofdoral.com/ Social Fridays in Doral, the FREE Doral Trolley stops at various entertainment and culinary businesses of Doral, showcasing the nightlife of the city, free. The route includes stops at the city’s hotels, where trolley route maps are available listing other Social Friday points of interest. 8-11pm. Various locations throughout Doral, FL 33178, 305.593.6725, ext. 70, www. cityofdoral.com.
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS GREAT TIPS TO HANDLE STRESS DURING A PCS MOVE This is going to be a busy time in your life. You will be dealing with lots of conflicting emotions and a range of decisions, big and small. Although moving always brings stress, you will be surprised at how well you can handle it when you plan ahead and know what to expect. Here are some tips to handle stress during that time: • Break tasks down into manageable tasks. Start with small jobs like arranging for mail to be forwarded or cleaning a closet. After taking care of these things, you’ll feel freer to pursue more time-consuming activities, like researching child care options in your new community. • Make lists. Write down what you need to do this week, rather than worrying about everything that needs to get done before the move. • Plan ahead. Avoid last minute anxiety by organizing as much as you can in advance. • Prioritize. Rather than trying to do it all, identify and work on what is most important. You simply may not be able to do everything you think you “should” do. • Minimize other stresses. Stress in other areas of your life may compound the effects of relocation stress. For example, in the months just before and after a move, it’s a good idea to avoid starting a diet or beginning a big, emotionally consuming project. • Take breaks. Turn off your mobile, turn off lights and enjoy a little quite time. • Reach out and try to connect with other people. Researchers have found that being with other people can make you feel less tense or depressed. • Hold on to your sense of humor. Call a friend to share a joke or unwind after a long day by watching your favorite funny video. • Take care of yourself. You can’t function properly if you are not getting enough rest, exercise and good nutrition. A great web-site to help you in all this process is www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil with the PLAN MY MOVE page. You can make your own customized to your needs calendar that will help you with all the details important for a PCS move. You can also go to the MILITARY INSTALLATIONS page for information on your new community.
SPOUSE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM Employment Readiness Program Ready to Assist Spouses The Army knows that employment is one of the most significant issues for military Families. The goal of the Army Community Service Employment Readiness is to assist spouses with the challenges associated with their job search particularly as they are impacted by our mobile lifestyles. We are here to provide helpful information and resources during the job search process, including resume development, interview techniques, and employment resource links. Spouses are provided comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date information on available employment opportunities, education, volunteer resources, and support services which assist in making informed decisions on seeking employment. Services provided consist of individual and group career assessment and counsel, negotiating salary, career exploration, instruction in job search strategies including the use of the internet, headhunters, and employment agencies, staffing agencies, newspapers and local resources. Resume and interview technique workshops are scheduled on a monthly basis. During May, a Resume Workshop is scheduled for May 16th from 1:00 am to 4:00 pm at US Army Garrison-Miami. An Interview Techniques Workshop is scheduled for May 30th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm at US Army Garrison-Miami. The Family Support Center’s resources include computers, faxes, employment library, and printers. These services are offered free of charge. For additional information or to register for a workshop contact the Family Service Center Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan at 305.437.2639, or e-mail joe.pagan@hq.southcom.mil.
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hen, LTC Emma M. Baird was assigned to the AER and Personnel Affairs Offices during the major period of their existence, as the Allowance and Allotment Officer. This experience formed the background of her planning the structure and organization of a “Family services program,” which was to become ACS. On 25 July 1965, General Harold K. Johnson, Army Chief of Staff dispatched a letter to all major commanders announcing the approval and establishment of the ACS. The initial implementation of the new ACS program caused minor confusion from the almost simultaneous release of various Family assistance guidance. Publication of Army Regulation 608-1 on 19 November 1965 superseded all previous instructions and ACS finally was welcomed as a viable and important Army program. Born in a climate of some confusion may be a partial explanation of why ACS continues by many to be called “Army Community Services.” There are innumerable Army community services; however, there is only one officially designated Army Community Service. In the early spring of 1966, LTC Emma Baird traveled to Europe to assist commanders in establishing ACS Centers. By 1967 the majority of CONUS installations had initiated ACS Centers. By 1969, 155 ACS Centers and points of contact were established Army-wide. The largest majority of overseas centers were located in Germany, but wherever American troops served, an ACS Center or ACS point of contact was established. From the beginnings of ACS, thousands of Army wives have enhanced and improved the lives of fellow members of their Army community. From the initiation of the ACS program, and throughout its history, the volunteers, primarily Army wives, have ensured the success and the support of the ACS program.
One Army wife who has made notable contributions to development of the ACS program was Mrs. George S. Patton ( Jo a n n e. ) An early advocate for assistance to military personnel with exceptional Family members, Mrs. Patton’s input to the success of the Army efforts in this area has been continuous and unstinting. Appointed as ACS Volunteer Consultant to the Department of the Army in 1980, Mrs. Patton continued to bring her talent, experience, and wholehearted belief in ACS to benefit Army Families. Her abilities helped in achieving meaningful assistance meeting the needs of exceptional Family members.
Assistance Program, the Volunteer Program, the Exceptional Family Member Program, the Family Advocacy Program, the Outreach Program, and the Information, Referral, and Follow-up Program. On 7 October 1987 LTC (Ret) Emma Marie Baird passed away. The then U. S. Army Community and Family Support Center proposed a Memorial Award for Outstanding Volunteers be created to honor LTC Baird. This award was approved by the Secretary of the Army on 29 August 1988. Since that time, the award has been presented to those volunteers who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication and sustained service to Army Community Service.
The revised version of AR 608-1 on 1 October 1978, introduced new avenues of accomplishment of this viable program. Budget counseling and debt liquidation, relocation assistance and an information program at many ACS centers, became services offered by ACS. The revised regulation incorporated the Army Child Advocacy Program (ACAP) into ACS; established the Army Child Support Services Program; established criteria for financial support, personnel functions and duties, and program requirements and incorporated standards for child health and safety protection at military facilities offering temporary care for children.
Today, 83 ACS Centers worldwide remain an integral part of the Army Family by supporting the Army Force Generation Model (ARFORGEN) and unit commanders by identifying quality of concerns and supports restoration of balance by improving predictable standardized services and programs across the Army. ACS supports the ARFORGEN through Family Assistance Centers, Soldier Readiness Processing, Deployment Cycle Support, Operation READY, Family Readiness Groups, Rear Detachments, Military and Family Life Consultants, and the vFRG.
Since the revised publication of AR 608-1 in 1978, additional programs were formed under the ACS umbrella. In 1982, the Family Advocacy Program and the Family Member Employment Assistance Program were officially established. In 1988, the Relocation Assistance Program was officially established by a Department of Defense Instruction and further mandated by Public Law in 1989. In its current structure, ACS consists of the Relocation Assistance Program, the Consumer Affairs and Financial Assistance Program, the Family Member Employment
DORAL ZIP CODE GROUP BIDS FAREWELL TO ONE OF ITS OWN On Thursday 1 March 2012 the members of the Doral Zip Code Group gathered to say farewell to Mrs. Pam Ratti, spouse of the J3-Director Of Operations at USSOUTHCOM. Coordinated by Mrs. Mayra Marvil, the event was held at The 19th Hole Restaurant in the Doral Park Country Club.
In 1995, an official mission statement was established for ACS. The mission of the ACS Center is to facilitate commander’s ability to provide comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive services that support readiness of Soldiers, civilian employees, and their Families.
The core programs and services provided by ACS Centers have grown from its early days to include: Army Family Action Plan, Army Family Team Building, Army OneSource, Army Volunteer Corps, Exceptional Family Member, Family Advocacy, Financial Readiness, Information and Referral, Relocation Readiness, Sexual Assault and Response Program, Soldier and Family Assistance Center, Spouse Employment, Survivor Outreach Services, Transitional Compensation, and Victim Advocacy. ACS continues to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of the global Army Family.
Happy 47th Birthday Army Community Service
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FAMILY AND MWR SPRING GOLF TOURNAMENT! Get ready for Family and MWR’s biggest golf tournament ever, Friday, May, 25, Inverrary Country Club, 3840 Inverrary Boulevard, Lauderhill, Florida 33319. We will have both the West and East courses and will be able to accommodate up to 288 golfers. This will be the largest tournament Family and MWR has ever put on and will be the largest in the area set up primary for military golfers. Registration will be at 0630-0730, shotgun start at 0745. Prices: E5, GS 5 equivalent and below $30, E6, 7, GS 6-9 equivalent $34, E8, 9, 03-05, GS 10-13 $38, 06 and above, GS14 and above $42, Contractors $45, Military not assigned to the Command $48, Guests $65. Registration after 15 May ADD $5. Price includes Greens fee, carts, range balls, lunch, on-course beverages, trophies and door prizes. Register at the Information Ticket and Registration Office (ITR) Installation Services Center. Phone reservations accepted with credit card payment - 305.437.2400/1595. The Department of Defense does not endorse the sponsors.
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New Army Career Alumni Program (ACAP) On-line Pre-Separation Brief DD2648 and Individual Counseling (IC) Instructions for military members leaving or retiring from active duty service.
For additional assistance with processing your Pre-Separation Brief DD2648 call 305.437.2639, or e-mail joe.pagan@hq.southcom.mil.
Title 10, USC 1142, Principal Purpose(s) to record pre separation services and benefits requested by and provided to Service members; to identify pre-separation counseling areas of interest as a basis for development of an Individual Development Plan (ITP). The signed pre-separation counseling checklist will be maintained in the Service member’s official personnel file. Title 10, USC 1142, requires that not later than 90 days before the date of separation, pre separation counseling for Service members be made available.
MILITARY SERVICE COORDINATOR BENEFITS DELIVERY AT DISCHARGE CLAIM PROCEDURES
Go to https://www.acap.army.mil/ or do an online search for ACAP. Click on the yellow highlight Pre-Separation. Click on DD Form 2648 Active Duty (AD), or DD Form 2648-1 for Reserve Component (RC). Log in with your AKO/DKO login User Name and Password. Select: Fort Stewart or your nearest transitioning ACAP installation. Complete the required Pre-Separation Brief (2 to 3 hours). Upon completion of the Pre separation Brief DD2648 (AD) call NEW! 24/7 ACAP Call Center at 800-325-4715 to request an Initial Counseling (IC) with an ACAP Counselor. Upon completion of an IC request that your DD2648 be emailed, or mailed to your home address. 11992_miami_Layout 1 1/31/12 2:31 PM Page 1
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Effective immediately military members requesting assistance with their Pre-Discharge Claims will visit or contact the Office of Florida Department of Veterans Affairs (FDVA). FDVA is located at the Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAM C), 1201 NW 16th Street, Room A213, Miami, FL 33125, 305. 575.3141. Hours of operation are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Military members are served on a walk-in basis only. It is recommended that military members arrive between 8:00 am and 9:00 am to avoid parking congestion and potential crowd concerns at the hospital. Upon processing a claim with FDVA they will be forwarded to Mr. Carrion. Any questions pertaining to a claim will be directed by Mr. Carrion to the claimant. Thank you for your military service and cooperation in complying with these new procedures as the Veterans Administration (VA) continues to provide the necessary assistance in ensuring your Pre-Discharge Claims are processed in a professional and timely manner. For additional information contact the Family Service Center Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan at 305.437.2639, or e-mail joe. pagan@hq.southcom.mil.
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Earth-Friendly & Organic Air Fresheners by Melissa Lewis, Demand Media
Nobody likes stale, unpleasant odors, but if you’re still using traditional air freshener sprays or plug-ins, you’re getting more than you bargained for with every whiff. Most of the perfumed sprays, cartridges and candles that line supermarket shelves fill your home with toxic chemicals. Fighting odors with earth-friendly and organic air fresheners is safer for people and pets, and it’s healthier for the planet, too.
Why Traditional Air Fresheners Stink Toxic air fresheners rarely do the job they’re supposed to do. Instead of breaking down or neutralizing odors, they simply mask them. Worse still, many air fresheners contain nerve-deadening chemicals that coat your nasal passages and temporarily block your sense of smell. (See References 2) Exposure to these chemicals can cause headaches and nausea or aggravate asthma (see References 3), but one type of chemical found in air-freshening products --- phthalates --- also causes hormonal and reproductive issues, birth defects and developmental disorders. Other toxic ingredients, such as volatile organic compounds (VOCs), benzene and formaldehyde, cause neurological damage and cancer. (See References 1 and 2). Shopping for Eco-Friendly Options Finding plant-based air fresheners these days is fairly easy, and they offer a variety of earth-friendly benefits. Forget about wasting energy with plug-in scented cartridges; greener options come in non aerosol sprays and are biodegradable. Most eco-friendly odoreliminating products also shun animal testing and utilize recyclable packaging. Pesticidefree lavender and citrus essential oils are most often used in organic air fresheners. Read the label carefully; just because an air freshener is unscented or claims to be natural doesn’t mean it’s 100 percent chemical-free. Making Natural Air Fresheners Another way to avoid introducing toxins into your home is to make your own air freshener. Fill a spray bottle with purified or distilled water and add several drops of an organic essential oil. Lemon, orange and lavender are popular scents for freshening the home, but you can experiment with your own favorites to create a custom air spray. (See References 4). More Ways to Clear the Air The simplest, most effective way to freshen the air inside your home is to open the windows, but you might also set small dishes of baking soda or vinegar throughout the house to absorb offensive odors. Simmering spices such as clove and cinnamon in a saucepan filled with water knocks out cooking odors and adds a delicious aroma to the air. Burning pure soy and beeswax candles with cotton wicks helps to clear the air. Tucking organic herb sachets throughout the house leaves a subtle fragrance. Another natural way to freshen your space is to nurture your green thumb; houseplants significantly improve indoor air quality by removing carbon dioxide and other toxins. (See References 3 and 4). References NRDC; Common Air Fresheners Contain Chemicals That May Affect Human Reproductive Development; September 2007 Multiple Chemical Sensitivities Environmental Awareness: Let’s Clear the Air About Air Fresheners and Plug-Ins Environmental News Network; Hidden Hazards of Air Fresheners; Paul Schaefer; September 2007 “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Organic Living”; Eliza Saransohn; 2009 About the Author Melissa Lewis has worked as a freelance writer since 2004, gaining much of her experience by working in the marketing/PR field. She writes for various websites, specializing in the areas of marketing, home improvement, cooking and pets. Lewis studied English at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Organic Pest Control for the Garden by Julie Bawden-Davis, Demand Media
Using organic pest control in the garden is eco-friendly and ensures you have produce free of synthetic chemicals. Organic methods of controlling pests, such as removal by hand and organic pesticides known as biopesticides, are less harmful than conventional methods.
Biopesticides usually only target specific pests, which is less likely to harm wildlife, and they generally decompose quickly (see References 3). A wide variety of organic pestcontrol options exists for the home garden.
Barrier Methods Barrier methods prevent pests from getting to plants. Floating row cover is a lightweight cloth that is laid on top of crops to impede pests. The row cover lets in sufficient sunlight and is easily removed for weeding and harvesting (see References 2). Effective barrier methods for climbing insects include 1-inch-wide copper stripping placed around the base of large trees and shrubs. Tacky products made of gum resin, castor oil and wax painted on the base of plants or applied to cardboard traps lure and stop a wide variety of flying and climbing insects (see References 5). Biological Controls Biological controls use pests’ natural enemies against them. Well-known biological controls include the lady beetle and lacewing. Three categories of biological controls exist. Predators and their larvae eat pests. Parasitoids are immature insects that invade a pest and destroy it, and pathogens infect pests (see References 6). Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a widely used bacteria belonging to the third category used to control various caterpillars, beetles and flies (see References 1, Bacillus thuringiensis). Botanical Pesticides Botanical pesticides are derived from plants that are known to provide effective insecticidal elements. Pyrethrum is made from the dried flower heads of the pyrethrum daisy and is used to control a wide variety of pests, including mosquitoes (see References 1, Pyrethrum). Rotenone is another botanical pesticide made from several subtropical shrubs (see References 1, Rotenone). Crop Rotation and Sanitation Pests tend to build up in areas of the garden over time, so rotating crops helps keep pest levels low. Keeping the garden free of weeds and plant debris also inhibits pests (see References 2). A strong spray of water washes off delicate insects, such as aphids. Suffocation Horticultural oils made from minerals, fish and plants cause respiratory collapse in softbodied insects and mites. The oils suffocate adult mites and insects and destroy their eggs. Oils can also prevent insects from transmitting viruses from plant to plant (see References 1, Oils). Pesticidal soap smothers and disrupts the outer coating of insects, mites and algae (see References 1, Pesticidal Soap). Neem oil suffocates insects and contains pesticide properties. This product comes from the neem tree (Azadirachta indica) and contains more than 70 compounds, including Azadirachtin, which disrupts insect growth, feeding and egg laying (see References 1, Neem). References Cornell University: Resource Guide for Organic Insect and Disease Management; Brian Caldwell, et al.; October 2005 Washington State University Extension; Organic Pest Control in the Vegetable Garden; Holly S. Kennell and George Pinyuh U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: What Are Biopesticides? University of Alaska Cooperative Extension; Slugs; Robert F. Gorman; April 2010 University of Maine Cooperative Extension; Approaches to the Biological Control of Insects; Kimberly Stoner; 2004 Resources University of Missouri: Least-Toxic Methods to Manage Indoor Plant Pests; Bruce Barrett; June 2008 About the Author Julie Bawden-Davis has written about home and gardening, parenting and health since 1985. Her articles have appeared in “Organic Gardening,” “Better Homes and Gardens,” “Ladies’ Home Journal,” “Parents,” “Family Circle” and “The Los Angeles Times.” Her books include “Indoor Gardening the Organic Way” and “Reader’s Digest Flower Gardening.” Bawden-Davis holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and is a certified master gardener. Reprinted with permission from National Geographic’s Green Guide, www.thegreenguide.com.
MILITARY SAVES WEEK From 19 through 26 February 2012, the U.S. Army Garrison-Miami and U.S. Southern Command joined the Department of Defense in supporting Military Saves Week.
During Military Saves Week, the U.S. Army Garrison–Miami partnered with the Command Chaplain’s Office, Army OneSource, the Installation Management Command G9, and U.S. Army Garrison - Miami Volunteer Program to deliver highly successful programs to the command. More than 400 of us took the Saver’s Pledge. Forty Child Development Center
During Military Saves Week, we partnered with the Command Chaplain’s Office to introduce the world renowned Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University. Twenty of our personnel signed up to complete the 13-week program. We also partnered with the Hope Now Alliance to promote the Miami Hope for Homeowners event. Seventeen military attendees from our area qualified to modify their mortgages under the president’s Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP).
Military Saves pledge Table at the Exchange
Part of America Saves, Military Saves Week is a social marketing campaign designed to encourage uniformed military personnel, civilian employees, and families to save money and reduce debt. The heart of the campaign is defined by personnel taking the “Saver’s Pledge” to build wealth and reduce debt. Personnel who take the “Saver’s Pledge” enroll to receive quarterly consumer information from DOD-partner the Consumer Federation of America.
students learned “Sammy’s Seven Savings Secrets” Students at CDC learning Sammy's Seven Savings Secrets and the Center was awarded the “Military Youth Saves” certificate signed by the Garrison For more information on Military Saves Week or Manager. More than 200 personnel attended Financial Readiness Programs, contact the POC, financial readiness classes on topics such as Mr. Rich Zimmelman, 305.437.2645 or Richard. Zimmelman@hq.southcom.mil. Budgeting and Super Savings.
Learn How to START your OWN Business
Temporary License For Military Spouse (Valid for 6 months: Nonrenewable)
A spouse of an active duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States may be Starting your own business can be high risk, issued a temporary license to practice a high cost, and high failure rate. The volunteers profession in Florida. The applicant’s spouse from BrowardSCORE have extensive experience must be on active duty and assigned to a in many businesses and devote many hours to duty station in Florida. The applicant must helping others succeed in their new ventures. hold a valid license for the profession in another state, the District of Columbia, any BrowardSCORE, is part of SCORE, a national United States territory or possession, or a Federally-funded organization dedicated to foreign jurisdiction. The temporary license helping small business start and grow. is valid for six months. BrowardSCORE is a team of 50+ dedicated volunteers that conducts regular workshops, in English and Spanish, to help anyone who is thinking of starting their own business.
married to an active duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States. Applicants must provide a copy of their military dependent ID card. Military Orders: The applicant’s spouse must be assigned to a duty station in Florida. Applicants must provide a copy of their spouse’s military orders that reflect an active duty assignment in Florida. Certificate of Licensure: Applicants must hold a valid license for the profession in another state, the District of Columbia, any United States territory or possession, or a foreign jurisdiction. Applicants are required to provide a copy of the certificate of licensure and a copy of the statutes and/or
Five workshops cover what you need to minimize the risk and get to a go or No-go decision.
1. Are you ready to start? There are many myths to address, many questions to be answered before you proceed. 2. What is your IDEA? Is it better, cheaper, easier, or quicker? Application Requirements:
3. Who will buy it? How many, at what price, and how often? Purpose: This license type is intended to allow the spouse of an active duty military 4. Money matters much. How much must I member who is assigned to a duty station spend, and when? What will be my revenue? in Florida the opportunity to work in his/ her respective profession. If the spouse 5. Final Financials…. is the business viable and desires to practice beyond the expiration of it’s GO or NOGO? the “Temporary License”, we recommend beginning the regular licensing application All of those who attend the program will receive process as soon as possible. FREE mentoring from a SCORE volunteer. All of the above 2 ½ hour workshops are FREE for Military Spouse: Applicants must be military personnel and their family. The complete schedule is published on the BrowardSCORE web-site, www.broward.score.org. Listen to the BrowardSCORE radio program on 880 am The BIZ every Wednesday afternoon at 4:30pm for tips on starting and growing your business. For further information please call BrowardSCORE at 954.356.7263.
rules that define the scope of work for the current license. Fingerprints: An applicant must have a background check as part of the licensing process. To learn more about fingerprinting, please visit our Fingerprint FAQs. Fee: Pay the required fee as marked on the application, payable to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Florida Residence: In order to obtain a Temporary License for Military Spouse, Florida law requires you to live in the state of Florida. Application: Complete the application by clicking on the “Printable Application” link at the bottom of the page. If you have questions or need assistance in completing this application, please see the FAQs, or call or e-mail the Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 or call. center@dbpr.state.fl.us
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SPOUSES CORNER WANT TO CONTRIBUTE to ACS? SPOUSE NEEDED to COORDINATE the HIALEAH ZIP CODE GROUP!
USSOUTHCOM Community Information Meeting (SCCIM) Zip Code Group Coordinators disseminate information from the SCCIM to the zip code groups. All spouses are encouraged to submit concerns/issues to your area zip code coordinator. The purpose is to share ideas and make living in South Florida an enriching experience. Meetings: 10am, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Installation Services Center ACS Conference Room. For more information, call 305.437.2665.
Zip Code Groups DORAL, CORAL GABLES, MIAMI LAKES, NORTH MIAMI, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Mayra Marvil, mmarvil@earthlink.net, 305.593.2002; doralzipcode@yahoo.com HIALEAH, coordinator needed, please call 305.437.2665 BROWARD COUNTY, Sabrina Bowman, scott_bowman1969@ yahoo.com; Nila Mistry, nilamistry1@yahoo.com HOMESTEAD & SOCSOUTH, Kris Rodriguez, sirkesojerdna@ hotmail.com; Fatima Bissonnette, fatimabissonnette@yahoo. com; socsouthfamily@yahoogroups.com
WHO’S WHO
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FAMILY and MWR)
Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.byrd@hq.southcom.mil Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, marisol.archibold@hq.southcom.mil Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, helen.colby@hq.southcom.mil E-mail: mwrcustomerservice@hq.southcom.mil Toll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604 Recreation Services Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 Recreation, Better Opportunity for Single Service Members (BOSS) - Stephen Ondriezek, stephen.ondriezek@hq.southcom.mil Information, Tickets and Registration - Eric Ruiz, eric.ruiz@hq.southcom.mil Fitness Center, Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.hauser@hq.southcom.mil Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, Francisco.same1@ hq.southcom.mil Recreation Assistants: Angelique Williams, angelique. williams@hq.southcom. mil; Elson Sanchez, elson.sanchez@hq.southcom.mil; Dolly Fernandez, dolores.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.fernandez@hq.southcom.mil; Juan “John” Ayala, 305.437.0123, Alci Montero, alci.montero@hq.southcom.mil; Kevin Ruvalcaba, kevin. ruvalcaba@hq.southcom.mil
Coordinators disseminate information from the monthly Southcom Community Information Meeting (SCCIM) to spouses in their zip code area and present ideas, issues or concerns to the SCCIM. Zip code groups can organize and meet in a variety of ways, from monthly information socials to web groups, depending on the desires of the members. Programs such as music play group, 9/11 GI Bill briefing and the recent “Evening with TRICARE” are examples of recent collaborations between Army Community Service and zip code groups. New spouses are identified during Service Member inprocessing but if you are interested in becoming involved in a group in your area, starting a group, or interested in coordinating, please call Vickie DuBois, at 305.437.2644.
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services)
Office of Administration : 305.437.2665 CYSS Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, ileana.gonzalesposad@hq.southcom.mil Administration - Mary Gomez, mary.gomez@hq.southcom.mil Child Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, denise. gonzalez@hq.southcom.mil School Liaison Services - Francisco Brizuela, francisco.brizuela@hq.southcom.mil
Family Support Division (FSD)
Office of Administration: 305.437.2665 Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, vickie.dubois@us.army.mil Administration - Lydia Sanchez, lydia.sanchez@hq.southcom.mil Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, richard.zimmelman@hq.southcom.mil Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance - Joe Pagan, joe.pagan@hq.southcom.mil Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, joe.walker@hq.southcom.mil Relocation Readiness - Vilma Lesesne, vilma.lesesne@hq.southcom. mil Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - Maddie Husta, madhya.husta@hq.southcom.mil Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Rudy Tabares, rodolfo.h.tabares.ctr@us.army.mil Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, mary.ortiz@hq.southcom.mil
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Guy W. Drab, guy.drab@hq.southcom. mil 305.437.3078 ASAP Clinical Manager/Counselor - John Knoebel, john.knoebel@hq.southcom.mil 305.437.3072 Drug Testing Coordinator (DTC) - Connie Sova, connie.sova.ctr@hq.southcom.mil 305.437.2428 Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) Carmen Rivera, carmen.rivera.ctr@hq.southcom.mil USAG-M Public Affairs - Arthur McQueen, arthur.mcqueen@hq.southcom.mil 305.437.2685
USSOUTHCOM Clinic Office hours: 0730-1630
For appointments call Services TRICARE enrolled members TRICARE Service Centers Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa Locka Domestic Violence/Child Abuse Dr. Woodrow Wilson woodrow.wilson3@us.army.mil Family Counseling Center Housing Referral Education Service Carlson Wagonlit
305.437.3559 1.800.444.5445 305.437.0519 305.437.3086 305.437.2642 305.437.2287 1.800.579.6681
LEAVE THE DRIVING TO US - FAMILY & MWR TRIPS May 12 BUSCH GARDENS TAMPA Adults $80/Children $70
July 14 AQUATICA Adults $52/Children $49
June 16 ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE Adults $88/Children $78
All trips depart from the East parking lot at Headquarters at 6 a.m. and depart from each attraction at 7 p.m. (unless noted otherwise.) Deadline to sign up for trips is close of business the Wednesday before each trip. All prices include transportation, parking, tolls and entrance to the attraction. Prices and times are subject to change. Tickets are available in the ITR Office, 305. 437.1595.
The Bugle Boy is a bimonthly publication of the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, U.S. Army Garrison-Miami, and is published for members of the United States Southern Command. Contents of The Bugle Boy are not necessarily the official views of, or are endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the U.S. Southern Command. The distribution, mention or use of any sponsor’s products, services, or funds by the U.S. Southern Command does not express or imply an endorsement of the sponsor. All submissions are subject to editing. The appearance of advertising in this newsletter does not constitute endorsement by the Department of the Army, the U. S. Southern Command or the U.S. Army GarrisonMiami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. If a violation or rejection of this policy of equal opportunity by the advertiser is confirmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. To submit story ideas, articles, or purchase advertising, call the editor at 305.437.3149.