JB Andrews Military & Family Support Center (M&FSC) October, November, December 2016 Workshops are held at the JB Andrews M&FSC, Bldg. 1191, Menoher Drive, UNLESS otherwise stated in description FREE and open to all DOD ID card holders Call (301)981-7087/DSN 858-7087 to register for all workshops and for more information
EMPLOYMENT READINESS Fri: Oct 28 0900-1200 Tips for Federal Employment: Learn to navigate USAJOBS, create and manage your account, and Fri: Dec 16 analyze job announcements; receive tips on how to tailor your federal résumé and avoid making common mistakes. Resilience Passport Workshop. Tue: Oct 20 Tue: Nov 17 Thu: Dec 8
0900-1130 Résumé Development 101: Come learn the basics on how to develop a private sector résumé. Workshop covers the résumé process, differences between private and federal résumé and much more. Resilience Passport Workshop.
Tue: Nov 8
1000-1200 Meet the Employer Panel: Are you seeking employment? This is your opportunity to hear what industry professionals have to say. Ask questions to hiring officials and receive tips that will help you be successful in your job search. Session is held at the Community Commons, Bldg 1442.
Tue: Nov 22
1000-1130 Using Social Media in Your Job Search: Learn to leverage and build your virtual image using your existing professional (and personal) connections, as well as receive tips on how to build a robust network of new connections. In the job search mode? This is a “must” for you.
PERSONAL AND WORK LIFE 1100-1200 Coping Strategies for a Chaotic Life: Offers a series of strategies to help adults deal with unexpected Fri: Oct 7 developments, disappointments, and other situations in which expectations fall short of reality. Session facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Resilience Passport Program Workshop. Sat: Oct 15
Fri: Nov 4
0900-1330 Heart Link: Spouse orientation event geared towards spouses who have been married to an Air Force member 5 years or less, however orientation is open to all spouses. Meet new spouses while learning about the Air Force life. Great opportunity to learn about the Air Force mission, customs, traditions, protocols and available programs and resources in a fun relaxed atmosphere. 1100-1200 Holiday Stress: Holidays are around the corner. This presentation offers techniques on how to plan ahead for the holidays, receive tips on self-care for holiday stress, and how to avoid holiday blues. Session facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Resiliency Passport Program Workshop.
1100-1200 Dating: Swipe Left or Right: Teaches singles how to prepare for a relationship. Objectives include clarifying one's expectations and priorities in a relationship, understanding the right reasons for entering a long-term relationship, and much more. Session facilitated by the Military Family Life Counselor. Resilience Passport Program Workshop TRANSITION ASSISTANCE Every Wednesday 1230-1600 Pre-Separation/Retirement Counseling: This mandatory briefing should be completed at least 90 days prior to your separation/retirement date; highly encouraged to attend up to 12 months before separation and up to 24 months before retirement. Fri: Dec 2
Oct: 3-7, 17-21 Nov: 14-18 Dec: 5-9
0800-1630 TAP GPS 5-Day Workshop: Mandatory Transition briefings, to include Overview, Finance, Dept. of Labor Employment Workshop and VA Briefing I & II. Attire is civilian business casual. Spouses are encouraged to attend, but must registered. PREREQUISITE: Pre-Separation/Retirement Counseling.
Mon: Oct 24 Mon: Nov 7 Mon: Dec 12
0800-1630 Veterans’ Benefits Day: TriCare, John Hopkins, Suvivor Benefits and VA Benefits Briefing I & II for members claiming exemption from attending the DoD/AF day and Dept. of Labor Employment workshop. Call the M&FSC to inquire about the exempted categories.
Thu: Oct 13, 27 Tue: Nov 1, 15, Thu: Nov 10 Tue: Nov 29 Tue: Dec 6, 20 Thu: Dec 15 Tue-Wed: Nov 1 & 2
0830-1000 Capstone: Mandatory for all separating/retiring personnel and should be accomplished no later than 90 days prior to discharge. PREREQUISITE: Pre-Separation/Retirement Counseling, TAP GPS 5Day/VA Benefits briefing and the Career Readiness Standards.
Thu: Nov 3
0800-1600 Entrepreneurship Track (Boots to Business): Two-day class where attendees will acquire the tools and knowledge needed to identify a business opportunity, draft a plan, and launch their enterprise. Spouses are encouraged to attend. 0900-1100 Franchising: Your Next Career Alternative: Discover franchises available to veterans at discounted prices; come learn the advantages and disadvantages of franchising.
Wed: Oct 12 0900-1000 Disabled Transition Assistance Program (DTAP): Briefing provides specialized information about Wed: Nov 9 the Dept. of Veterans Affairs’ Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment program (VR&E). Wed: Dec 14 Tue-Wed: Dec 13 & 14 0800-1600 Career Technical Training Track: Two-day class for transitioning military members to learn to identify career opportunities, define technical career goals and identify required credentials. Also, members will discover local Veteran resources and learn how to utilize VA education benefits.
FINANCIAL READINESS Thu: Oct 6 1130-1300 Mo' Money Mo' Problems: Do you know what you spend your money on? Do you follow a spending Thu: Nov 3 plan? This interactive workshop will teach participants techniques on how to develop a basic spending Thu: Dec 1 plan and give needed resouces to maintain healthy financial habits. Create a plan and let your money work for you! Resilience Passport Workshop. (Light lunch provided) Tue: Oct 11
0900-1000 First Duty Officer’s Briefing: All Officer’s reporting to their First Duty Station (FDS) are required to receive financial readiness training within 90 days of arrival. Attending this briefing completes this mandate.
Tue: Oct 11
1030-1200 Investing: Come learn the basics of saving and investing! This presentation will cover ways to manage debt and increase your credit score, strategies for smart saving and investing, tips to help you avoid fraud, and creating an investment plan. Presentation provided by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. 1100-1330 Thrifts Savings Plan (TSP) - Pre-Separation to Retirement and Beyond: Are you within ten years or less from retirement? Come learn about the TSP as part of your pre-retirement planning. Briefing designed for all Federal employees covered under the Federal Employees’ Retirement System (FERS), the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), members of the Uniformed Services (US), and other employees eligible to participate in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Session facilitated by the Federal Thrift Retirement Investment Board. Briefing held at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center, 1359 Arkansas Rd.
Fri: Dec 2
AIR FORCE AID Fri: Dec 2
0800-1200 Bundles for Babies: Workshop sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) for Expectant Parents covering financial and installation support programs. All Branches of Service are welcome to attend. Active Duty Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard are eligible to receive a gift card. (Light breakfast provided)
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE Mon: Oct 3, 17 0800-1030 Welcome to Andrews: All incoming military personnel are required to attend. We invite and Mon: Nov 7, 21 encourage all spouses and civilians to attend. Come meet different organizations and agencies from Mon: Dec 5, 19 the installation, learn about our unique mission, and much more. All Military members contact your respective Personnel Section to register. Spouses and Civilians should call 301-981-7087 to register. The Orientation is held at the Community Commons, Bldg 1442. Tue: Nov 15 0800-1200 Plan My Move: Session will provide comprehensive moving information and links to Military Installations and Military OneSource. Additional briefers include TMO, Finance, MPS and more. 0900-1000 Unit Sponsorship Monitor Training: Sponsor leaders will receive training on how to review their units’ sponsorship program progress. They will learn how to navigate the Defense Installation Messaging System (DIMS), Plan my Move (PMM), Military Installations and My Training Hub website. DEPLOYMENT READINESS Fri: Oct 21 1500-1800 Hearts Apart/ EFMP Pumpkin Patch event: Fall event for all qualified EFMP and Deployed families in the DMV area. All members will receive a free Pumpkin. Event will be held at Cox Farms, 15621 Braddock Rd Centreville, VA 20120. Call (301) 981-7087 for registration information. Tue: Dec 13
1230-1430 Breakfast with Santa After-Party: This is a combined EFMP and Hearts Apart Event for the Holidays. Family members are invited to create care packages for their deployed personnel, decorate cookies, enjoy snacks, games, and much, much more! Also Let Santa know what you want for Christmas! Location: Joint Base Andrews Youth Center on Yuma Drive. Call 301-981-7087 for registration. EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER-FAMILY SUPPORT (EFMP/FS) The Air Force’s Exceptional Family Member Program is designed to provide support to military family members with special needs. Services include a variety of personnel, medical, and family support functions. The Exceptional Family Member Program-Family Support (EFMP-FS) is the community support function provided by the Military & Family Support Center that includes, but is not limited to, on- and offbase information and referral, parent training, support groups, relocation assistance, financial management, and school information. For more information or to get involved, please contact the EFMP-FS Specialist, (301)981-7087. Sat: Dec 10
Tues: 25 Oct
1200-1400 ADHD in School & Beyond: This workshop will provide participants with an overview of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder symptoms, treatment & school accommodations.
Wed: 16 Nov
1200-1400 Letting Go When You Have a Child w/Special Needs: This workshop explores the important role of parents in the transition process for their child/special needs. Along with exploring concerns & discuss strategies for families to make sure that their child has skills needed to grow up.
Wed: 7 Dec
1200-1400 Stress During the Holidays: Maintaing Balance & Stress Resilence This workshop will define stress, holiday expectations while recognizing & avoiding holiday blues, along with strategies for managing holiday stress for children w/special needs.
MILITARY FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS (MFLC) Military families face unique challenges. They may struggle with issues such as deployment-related stress, reintegration and pressures of managing parenting and finances while a loved one is deployed. The MFLC program provides short-term, non-medical counseling support to service members and their families at no cost. Contact (301)981-7087 for more information. 14 Sept 2016