PROGRAMS DIRECTORY

PARRIS ISLAND | MCAS BEAUFORT
NAVAL HOSPITAL BEAUFORT LAUREL BAY

southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org
ADMINISTRATION
Director • 843-228-6096
Deputy Director • 843-228-7834
Administrative Specialist • 843-228-7352
FAMILY CARE
Branch Head • 843-228-7876
Children and Youth Programs | School Liaison
Exceptional Family Member Program
Resource & Referral • 843-228-7279
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
Branch Head • 843-228-6644
Community Counseling Program
Substance Abuse Program
Family Advocacy Program
New Parent Support Program
Victim Advocate 24/7 phone
(843) 592-0646
PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Branch Head • 843-228-6777
Transition | Education | Relocation | Resources | Library
Administrative Specialist • 843-228-7352
The Children & Youth Programs assist active duty and DoD civilian personnel in balancing the competing demands of family life and accomplishing the mission.
RESOURCE & REFERRAL (R&R)
The Child Care Resource and Referral Office assists parents in locating and selecting out-of home infant, pre-school and school-age childcare services on and off installation.
Resource & Referral - 843-228-7279 | scfamilyservices@usmc-mccs.org
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/child-and-youth/family-child-care
CHILD CARE REGISTRATION
www.militarychildcare.com is a Department of Defense website for military families seeking child care. This single online gateway provides access to a wide array of military-operated and military-subsidized child care options across all services. It enables families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier for families to find the child care they need.
SCHOOL AGE CARE (SAC)
SAC is available for children Kindergarten through 12 years. SAC programs are nationally accredited. All programs comply with DoD standards for staff qualifications, program quality, safety, sanitation and nutrition.
Laurel Bay School Age Care Program
843-228-7640 | scfamilyservices@usmc-mccs.org
Parris Island School Age Care Program
843-228-1669 | scfamilyservices@usmc-mccs.org
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/child-and-youth/school-age-care
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS (CDCs)
MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island CDCs offer full-time and hourly child care. Care is provided for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. These programs are nationally accredited. All CDCs comply with DoD standards for staff qualifications, program quality, safety, sanitation and nutrition.
MCAS Beaufort CDC - 843-228-7290 | scfamilyservices@usmc-mccs.org
MCRD Parris Island CDC - 843-228-3514 | scfamilyservices@usmc-mccs.org
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/child-and-youth/child-development-centers
Hourly Care services are offered at MCAS Beaufort CDC, MCRD Parris Island CDC, both School Age Care Programs and in FCC homes. Reservations are required in order to determine availability.
The primary purpose of the Marine Corps EFMP is to ensure that each family member's medical and educational needs are considered during the assignment process. By identifying families that may require accommodations to medical and educational needs, maximizing confidentiality, along with provision of services. EFMP has the ability to enhance the quality of life provided to the Marine Corps family in order to meet the mission.
843-228-EFMP(3367) | bfrt_efmp@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/child-and-youth/ exceptional-family-member-program-efmp
The mission of the USMC School Liaison Program is to promote awareness of the unique educational needs of military connected children. School Liaisons provide military families and students with school transitions and academic support information and resources.
MCAS Beaufort - 843-228-6128 | bfrt_mccs_schoollia@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/child-and-youth/school-liaison
COMMUNITY COUNSELING PROGRAM (CCP)
The Community Counseling Program utilizes a holistic approach to assist people in overcoming some of life’s most difficult challenges. We offer individual, couple, family, child and group counseling services.
Some areas include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Marital Issues
• Family Issues
• Communication
• Grief and Loss
• Parental/Child Relationships
• Adjustment Issues
• School/Work issues
• Anger Management
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-6562 | bfrt_ccp@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2044 | bfrt_ccp@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ community-counseling
FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM (FAP)
The Family Advocacy Program responds to family and/or intimate partner maltreatment. The Family Advocacy Prevention and Education Program offers various evidenced based curriculum to teach Marines, Sailors and their families skills in order to prevent incidents of domestic violence and child abuse. Classes currently include “Married & Loving It!”, “Triple P Parenting for Parents of Teens”, “Anger Management for the 21st Century”, and “Coping with Work & Family Life Stress”.
FAP Prevention and Education
843-228-6126 | bfrt_fap@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ family-advocacy-program
NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
The New Parent Support Program is an in-home family visitation program. Registered nurses and licensed social workers provide educational and supportive services to parents with children under the age of 6 years.
843-228-6565 | bfrt_npsp@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ new-parent-support
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A Victim Advocate (VA) can assist adult and child victims of domestic abuse. Services often include crisis intervention, court and medical accompaniment, psychological support and acting as a liaison with Commanders. Advocacy liaison services are available 24 hours a day.
24/7 Contact Number · 843-592-0646
843-228-7093/7823
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ victim-advocacy-program
The Substance Abuse Counseling Center provides a range of interventions and treatment services to active duty service members. Certified counselors provide a broad range of services to include prevention, education and treatment.
MCAS Beaufort 843-228-6003 | bfrt_sap@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island 843-228-1620 | bfrt_sap@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/substance-abuse
Alcohol Abuse Prevention offers an evidence based program aimed at reducing risk factors and increasing protective factors thus enhancing resiliency. The Prime for Life 4.5, in concert with military leadership, can reduce incidents of binge drinking, through an effective awareness and prevention program.
Alcohol Abuse Prevention · 843-228-7972 | BFRT_DDR@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ substance-abuse-prevention
The Drug Demand Reduction Program works directly with Commanders and their assigned Substance Abuse Control Officers and is responsible for assisting the Commanders in ensuring that their substance abuse programs are compliant with the Marine Corps Order and other directives.
Drug Demand Reduction · 843-228-7210 | BFRT_DDR@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/prevention-and-counseling/ substance-abuse-prevention
SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE (SAPR)
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program is responsible for providing policies, evidence-based prevention training and oversight of victim-centric services.
MCAS Beaufort 24/7 SAPR Support Line · 843-321-6009
MCRD Parris Island/ERR 24/7 SAPR Support Line · 843-228-3599
DoD SAFE Helpline · 1-877-995-5247
MCAS Beaufort SARC Victim Advocate · 843-228-6904
MCRD Parris Island/ERR SARC Victim Advocate · 843-228-3754
Our highly trained staff provides the following programs and services:
PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (PFMP)
The Personal Financial Management Program mission is to provide financial counseling, education, training, and information and referral to Marines and their families in order to increase their financial readiness.
The program focuses on:
• Financial Education
• Consumer Awareness
• Credit Information
• Blended Retirement System (BRS)
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-7055 | bfrt_mccs_pfmp@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2218 | pfmp_mcrd_err_parris_island@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/military-family-life/ personal-financial-management
INFORMATION, REFERRAL AND RELOCATION (IRR) PROGRAM
IRR taps a variety of resources to assist service members and families with relocation or transition. The services offered are :
• Welcome Aboard Brief
• Sponsorship Training
• Smooth Move
• Lending Locker
& Personal Financial Management Program & Information, Referral and Relocation Program
• Answers to your questions
• Referrals for your needs
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-7351 | bfrt_mccs_sc_irr@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2371 | bfrt_mccs_sc_irr@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/military-family-life/ information-referral-relocation
FAMILY MEMBER EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) provides a variety of services to assist spouses and family members who are seeking employment or to enhance their careers. Services offered include one-on-one career coaching, career assessments and job search assistance/referral. Educational workshops are available on Resume Writing Tips, Job Interviewing Techniques, Federal Application basics and Spouse Transition Seminars.
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-6463 | bfrt_crmc_trs@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/military-family-life/ family-member-employment-assistance-program-fmeap
CAREER RESOURCE MANAGEMENT CENTER (CRMC)
The Career Resource Management Center provides career/employment assistance, vocational guidance and transition information to separating service members and their family members. The tools and information provided enable all separating service members and their family members to make a successful transition from military to civilian life.
• Transition Readiness Seminar
• Accessing Higher Education
• Career Technical Education
• SBA Entrepreneurship Course
• VA Medical Records Review
• Personal Readiness Seminar (PRS)
• Federal Employment Workshop
• Pre-Separation Counseling
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-7701 | bfrt_crmc_trs@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2761 | parr_smb_mcrdpi_crmcpi@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/transition-readiness/ transition-readiness-seminars-crmc
Voluntary Education Program enhances the quality of life for Marines, Sailors and their family members by providing a wide range of services to support their professional, intellectual and recreational needs.
We encourage prospective students to contact us for academic advisements of any kind including educational opportunities, program and school choice, paying for college, basic skills improvement, testing, military apprenticeship program and more. Family members who are interested in attending school are also welcome to visit the Education Office for advice that will help them reach their goals such as My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA).
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-7754 | bfrt_vol_ed@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2132 | bfrt_vol_ed@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/education
Tuition Assistance
Service members are eligible to receive tuition assistance to help cover the tuition costs of their education. Marines may receive up to $4,500 per year for a degree or certificate program with an accredited institution. Additional information on the program and the web-based TA Application process can be found on the Education website at https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/education.
SkillBridge
The Marine Corps SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Marines to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service.
Testing Services
Interest inventory/career assessment, GED, CLEP, DANTES, Excelsior College exams, proctored services for exams from other institutions, professional certification exams and Military Classification Exams are also available. Appointments are required for most exams.
MCAS Beaufort · 843-228-7484 | bfrt_vol_ed@usmc.mil
MCRD Parris Island · 843-228-2152 | bfrt_vol_ed@usmc.mil
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/education/testing-services
The MCCS South Carolina Libraries provide service members and their families support for their educational, recreational, and lifelong learning needs at the MCAS Beaufort and the MCRD Parris Island library locations.
The libraries offer a wide variety of services, resources, programs, and events for all ages and interests:
• Books and Audiobooks
• TV Series and Movies
• Computers
• Free Printing
• Free Scanning
• Free Faxing
• Charging Stations
• Online Classes and Tutors
• Online Test Prep and Language Learning
• Story Times for kids
• Reading programs for prizes
• STEAM learning events
• Arts and crafts programs
• Arcade & Video Games
• Board Games
• Escape Rooms
• Murder Mystery Events
• Cold Case File Games
All services and activities in the libraries are free to authorized patrons. Patrons can look forward to free computer and WiFi access, weekly children’s Story Time events, the Library Makerspace Program (allows patrons to craft take home items utilizing library craft machines), complete collections of the CMC Reading List, and so much more!
MCAS Beaufort - 843-228-7682 | sc.bft.library@usmc-mccs.org
MCRD Parris Island - 843-228-1672 | sc.pi.library@usmc-mccs.org
https://southcarolina.usmc-mccs.org/marine-family-support/education/library
MCAS Beaufort
Bldg. 596 · 40 Elrod St.
Monday—Thursday · 0700 - 1900
Friday · 0700 - 1500
Saturday · 0900 - 1400
Sunday · Closed
MCRD Parris Island
Bldg. 283 · 521 Blvd. de France
Monday - Thursday · 0800 - 1700
Friday - Sunday · 1030 - 1600
For the most up to date information, scan the QR code to view online version.
(Rev. 9/18/23)