Life YOUniversity August/September 2014

Quality personal and Family life skills education for the military community.
Got Balance?
By: Ms. Carol Janer, Mobilization and Deployment Program Manager, Fort Belvoir Army
Community Service
Got Balance? 1
 Parenting 2-5
 Home, Health &
Marriage Enrichment
6-12
 Personal Growth and
Volunteerism
12-13
 Military Family Team
Building
13-15
 Veteran, Retirement &
Transition Assistance
16-17
 Financial Readiness 18-20
 Employment
Readiness
20-23
 Deployment & FRG 24
 Support Groups 24-25
 Exceptional Family
Member Program
25-27
 Relocation Readiness 27-28
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All classes require
registration unless
otherwise indicated.
Registration information is
included with each class
description.
Most classes are open to all
Service members, their
Family members, and DoD
civilians.
All classes subject to change.
For general or disabled access, more
information, and registration, please con-
tact the individual program number listed
with the class ad.
To advertise your program, event or
class in this bulletin, contact:
Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall
Family Advocacy Program
703-696-3512
August / September
2014
LIFE
YOUniversity
Fort Belvoir Army Community Service is moving forward with the promotion
and orchestration of its new ACS initiative called “GOT BALANCE?”. This is in
line with the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) Commander’s policy
for Soldiers, Department of Defense (DoD) Civilians, and all Family members
which is: ACHIEVE BALANCE; ARMY STRONG!
The Fort Belvoir Army Community Service calendar of classes and events for
the remainder of 2014 can be viewed on the Fort Belvoir Army Community
Service Facebook page or at the Fort Belvoir ACS.
The initiative is comprised of a series of classes and events geared towards
DoD Civilians and Army Family members to help them learn better ways to
balance themselves and be strong when faced with the unique challenges of
the military life. There are six (6) components to building resilience and en-
hancing performance:
(1) Self-awareness
(2) Self-regulation
(3) Optimism
(4) Mental agility
(5) Strengths of character
(6) Connection
The classes break this down into fourteen (14) skills taught in a fun and inter-
active manner. There will be a “Lunch and Learn” class conducted every 3rd
Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Fort Belvoir Army Community Ser-
vice which will include free lunch. There will also be another class held each
month during the evening or weekend for those who are working in the day-
time. Our big events are a Fun Family Volksmarch in October and a Holiday
Celebration in December to recognize the “Got Balance?” participants from all
of 2014 classes.
We encourage you to take advantage of this initiative. Everyone can benefit
from these skills whether they are learning them for the first time or polishing
skills already learned. Please call to reserve your spot or obtain more informa-
tion at 703-805-4590.

2Life YOUniversity August/September 2014 All Classes/Events Subject to Change
PARENTING
Stroller Walking Group
Date(s): August 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 2014 and September 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Location: 10155 Johnston Road, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 (We will meet by
outdoor recreation.)
Instructor: Ms. Heather Larson
For information, and to pre-register call (703) 805-2781
Parents with young children, please join us for an enjoyable walk outside during
the summer months (children in strollers and weather permitting). Please call to
register and be added to our stroller walking email list.
28 Week Prenatal Class
Date(s): August 5 & 12 , 2014 and September 9, 23, & 30, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Women’s Health Clinic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
Instructor: Ms. Janie Lott
For information, and to pre-register call (571) 231-3442/3446.
Are you 28 weeks pregnant? What happens now? This class covers fetal kick
counts, preterm labor precautions, birth plans and more. Includes a tour of the
5th floor. Registration required.
36 Week Prenatal Class
Date(s): August 6 & 20, 2014 and September 3, 10, & 24, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Women’s Health Clinic, Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
Instructor: Ms. Janie Lott
For information, and to pre-register call (571) 231-3442/3446.
It’s almost time for your new arrival! Are you packed? Come learn about true
vs. false labor, coaches roles, postpartum care, and newborn characteristics.
Includes a tour of the 5th floor. Registration required.
Baby Bundles
Date(s): August 7, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service,
Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
For information, call (703) 805-2781.
A class for expectant parents to learn about postpartum expectations, infant
care, and how to manage a family budget when a new baby arrives. Registra-
tion required.
Dads 101
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200,
9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
A class for new or expectant dads. Learn about infant care and discuss the joys
and trials of becoming an active father. Registration required.
1-2-3 Magic
Time: 4:30 PM– 7:30 PM
1-2-3 Magic is simple, easy to learn, and effective discipline program for par-
ents and other caretakers dealing with young children.
ScreamFree Parenting
Date(s): September 2, 9, 16, & 23, 2014—4 PART SERIES
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:30 PM
Instructor: Ms. Scottie Hampton
For information, call (703) 805-2693/2631.
ScreamFree Parenting is a “revolutionary approach” to raising your kids by
keeping your cool. You will have the opportunity to learn how to relate to your
children in a calm cool and connected way. Parents are compelled to focus on
their own behavior for the benefit of their children. Limited childcare available.
Pre-registration is required.
Infant Massage
Date(s): September 11, 18, & 25, 2014— 3 PART SERIES
Time: 1:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Sonja Foots
Infant massage promotes bonding and teaches parents ways to calm and
soothe their baby. Registration required.
Romp N Stomp
Date(s): Every Tuesday
Time: 9:30 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: Boundless Playground, Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Colaina Townsend and Ms. Michelle Pineda
Parents can meet and support one another while their children (ages 0-5) meet
new friends and play together.
Calling All Dads
Date(s): Second (2nd) and fourth (4th) Monday of every month
Time: 4:00 PM– 5:00 PM
Location: Potomac Place Neighborhood Center, 4998 2nd Corps. Blvd.,
Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Michelle Pineda
Gain support and skills from fellow fathers. For expecting fathers, and fathers
with children of all ages. Children welcome. Registration required.
Families Dealing With Deployment
Date(s): First (1st) and Third (3rd) Monday of each
month
Time: 5:30 PM– 6:30 PM
Location: Meuse Forest Neighborhood Center,
8700 91st Division Blvd., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Colaina Townsend
To register, call (301) 677-5590
Group for all family members experiencing an upcom-
ing or current deployment, or who have recently re-
turned from deployment. Children are welcome.
Registration required.
Fort Belvoir, Virginia
Fort Meade, Maryland

PARENTING (CONTINUED)
Parenting with a Purpose
Date(s): Every Wednesday—2 PART SERIES
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Meuse Forest Neighborhood Center, 8700 91st Division Blvd., Fort
Meade
Instructor: Ms. Michelle Pineda and Ms. Colaina Townsend
Join this six-week parenting class for parenting with children of all ages. Regis-
tration required.
Single Parent Support Group
Date(s): Second (2nd) and Fourth (4th) Monday of each month
Time: 5:30 PM—7:30 PM
Location: School Age Services, 1900 Reece Road, Fort Meade
Gain support and skills from fellow single parents. Children are welcome. Regis-
tration required.
Moms Support Group
Date(s): Every Thursday
Time: 9:30 AM– 10:30 AM
Location: Potomac Place Neighborhood Center, 4998 2nd Corps Blvd,
Fort Meade
For mothers with children from birth to age 3. Children are welcome. Registration
required.
Moms of Multiples Support Group
Date(s): Second (2nd) and Fourth
(4th) Wednesday of each month
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:30 AM
Location: Meuse Forest Neighborhood
Center, 8700 91st Division Blvd., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Michelle Pineda
Group is for moms with twins, triplets, etc. of any age. Group topics include
sharing, sibling integration, time management, and positive discipline. Registra-
tion required.
Moms Walking Group
Time: 8:30 AM– 9:15 AM
Location: Potomac Place Neighborhood Center, 4998 2nd Corps Blvd, Fort
Meade
Instructor: Ms. Colaina Townsend and Ms. Michelle Pineda
Walk around the neighborhood, share tips, and receive parenting advice. Group
is for moms with children ages 0-4. Children welcome.
Common Sense Parenting: Correcting Problem Behaviors
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, 2212 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Tamica Barnum
For information, call (301) 677-9014/17/18.
Children are not born with manuals, so getting all the help you can to assist you
in training them to be productive men and women in society is important. Come
and share some of your insight and get more tools. Call to register.
Common Sense Parenting: Helping Children Succeed in
School
Date(s): September 15, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Children are not born with manuals, so getting all the help you can to assist you
in training them to be productive men and women in society is important. Come
and share some of your insight and get more tools. Call to register.
Play Morning
Date(s): Every Wednesday
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: Virginia Highland Park- Playground #1, 1600 S. Hayes Street,
Arlington, VA 22202
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Hirsch and Ms. Mary Cargill
For information and to register, call (703) 696-3512.
Join us while enhancing your child’s social and cognitive skills while supporting
each other through sharing ideas, parenting experiences, concerns and infor-
mation.
TransParenting ®
Date(s): August 4 & 11, 2014 & September 8 & 15, 2014—2PARTSERIES
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Army Community Service Classroom, Bldg. 201, Fort Myer
Instructor: Family Advocacy Program staff
This 2 part seminar provides parents who may be experiencing separation and/
or divorce with the tools to ensure that they are able to continue supporting their
children despite the breakup of the Family unit. You must attend both sessions
to receive a certificate of completion.
Splish, Splash, and Summer Fun
Date(s): August 29, 2014 *Rain Date - August 22, 2014*
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Virginia Highland Park, 1600 S. Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202
Join us at Virginia Highland Park, a public water park, for parents and children
ages 0-5 to have a morning of fun!
Baby Stages
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Learn about your child’s developmental milestones and discuss activities that
you can do to help improve your social, gross motor, and cognitive develop-
ment.
JBM-HH Fort Myer, Virginia

Baby Bundles
Time: 12:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service Classroom,
Bldg. 201, Fort Myer
Instructor: Ms. Mary Cargill and
Ms. Pamela Hirsch
For information and to register, call (703) 696-3512/6368.
Prepare your home and relationship for the changes that are needed when your
baby arrives. A brief overview of the labor and delivery process, newborn care,
and baby proofing your home will be discussed. Individuals will receive a bag of
free baby care and safety items. Pre-registration required.
ScreamFree Parenting
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: Memorial Chapel Fellowship Hall, 101 McNair Road, Bldg. 480,
Fort Myer
Instructor: ScreamFree Parenting Institute
This class introduces parents of all ages with kids of all ages to the proven prin-
ciples for overcoming the anxieties and stresses of parenting and setting new
patterns of connection and cooperation. Free books for all participants. Regis-
tration requested.
Play, Learn, & Grow: Fire & Car Safety
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Instructor: Ms. Sandra McLean
Parents bring your children for a time of play, crafts, and stories. Parents will be
given an overview of fire and car seat safety.
Lil Patriots Playgroup
Date(s): Every Wednesday in August
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: USO at Indian Head Naval Base
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters and Ms. Amaris Brown
To register, call (703) 614-7204.
An interactive playgroup where children learn age appropriate activities
designed to improve their social, cognitive and motor skills. Parents can
learn new activities and practice positive interaction with their children.
1-2-3 Magic
Date(s): August 11 & September 22, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room,
Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
JBM-HH Henderson Hall, Virginia
This program explores consistent and effective age-appropriate discipline tech-
niques. This workshop is designed for parents of children ages 2-12.
Baby Boot Camp
Date(s): August 22, 2014 and September 19, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM—2:30 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room, Bldg 12, Henderson
Hall
An all day workshop on the basics of newborn care. Expectant parents will
learn diapering, bathing, how to soothe a crying infant, when to call the doctor,
safe sleeping practices, all about immunizations and how to enjoy becoming a
parent.
Triple P! Getting Teenagers Connected
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:30 PM
Instructor: Ms. Amaris Brown
This evidence based curriculum assists parents with learning how to instill in
your child six (6) ingredients to help get our teenagers connected in positive
ways. This class requires pre-registration to attend and is open to those eligible
to be seen at a military treatment facility. Please call to reserve your seat early!
Cooperative Parenting & Divorce
Time: 12:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Diane Waters & Ms. Amaris Brown
Explore ways to reduce conflict between parents as their roles shift from
married couple to co-parents. Participants will learn the impact of parental
conflict on their child’s development and how to control impulses.
Triple P! The Power of Positive Parenting Workshop
Date(s): September 2 & 18, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: 2 September 2014- Fort
Belvoir and 18 September 2014-
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
**Call for specific location.**
Instructor: Ms. Kati Groseclose
The Triple P program is an evidence
- based parenting curriculum that
assists parents with learning how to
use positive parenting techniques to
promote their children’s health and
well-being. This workshop covers
the five core principles of positive
parenting: having a safe and interesting environment, having a positive learn-
ing environment, using assertive discipline; having realistic expectations, and
taking care of yourself as a parents! Please pre-register as space is limited.

Baby Boot Camp
Time: 8:00 AM– 3:30 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Annex, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB
Quantico
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil and Ms. Patricia Burkes
For more information, call (703) 784-4248.
Learn about the first few months of your baby’s life and the fulfillment of being a
parent. Learn ways to communicate with your baby, how to calm a fussy baby,
and when to call the doctor. This class is for both expectant moms and dads!
Registration is required.
Toddler Time
Date(s): August 12 & 26, 2014 and September 9 & 23, 2014
Time: 9:30 AM—11:00 AM
Location: Barnett Field Playground, 3035 Barnett Ave, MCB Quantico—New
Meeting Location!
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil
Interactive playgroup for children ages 1-3 and their parents. Enjoy meeting
other parents; playground is covered and offers sun protection.
Baby and Me
Time: 1:00 PM—2:30 PM
Location: Lincoln Family Housing, 13201 Perkins Street, MCB Quantico—New
Meeting Location!
POC: Ms. Pam Pospisil
Network with other parents with newborns and infants. Learn about infant stimu-
lation, infant massage, infant sign language, and music. Space is limited. Regis-
tration is required.
Breastfeeding Support Group
Date(s): August 19, 2014 and September 2 & 16, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Location: McHugh Woods Community Center, 18005 Kutts Ave, MCB Quan-
tico
POC: Ms. Marcy Griffo and Ms. Glenda Mitchell
For more information, call (703)-784-4248.
A mother-to-mother support with professionally trained breastfeeding educators.
1-2-3 Magic
Time: 4:00 PM– 5:30 PM
Location: CDC South Training Room, 3314 Purvis
Road, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Trish Burkes
Come and explore different techniques for effective
discipline for parents with children ages 2-12. Add some new ‘tools’ to your
parenting toolkit. Free childcare may be available.
Understanding Pregnancy
Date(s): September 19 & 26, 2014- 2 PART SERIES
Time: 8:30 AM– 12:30 PM
Location: TBD
POC: Ms. Marcy Griffo and Ms. Glenda Mitchell
For more information, call (703)-784-4248.
Learn how to take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy. In class #1,
the focus is on breastfeeding. Class #2 focuses on labor preparation, including
relaxation and breathing. Come to one or both classes. Both classes are for
expectant moms and dads! Registration is required.
Playgroup
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Glen Forrest Community Center, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Lolita Tyler-Lockett
Moms, dads, and caregivers are invited to bring their children for playtime at the
Glen Forrest Community Club House. Open to all military and family members.
Amazing Newborns
Time: 4:00 PM– 6:00 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg. 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Ms. Lolita Tyler-Lockett
Learn infant care from hospital to home. Practice bathing, changing, and dress-
ing your baby, and discuss feeding, health care, and safety issues. Participants
will receive a complimentary Book, ‘‘Your Baby’s First Year” and CD,
‘‘Heartbeat Lullabies.”
Budget for Babies
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Navy, Marine Corp Relief, Bldg. 401, NAS Patuxent River
POC: Fleet & Family Support Center Staff
The Navy Marine Corp Relief Society will illustrate hidden costs associated with
a growing family. All Navy and Marine Corps service members that attend will
receive a new layette worth more than $100.00.
Patuxent River, Maryland
MCB Quantico, Virginia
The MCB Quantico
New Parent Support Program
is relocating!
3035 Barnett Avenue, Trailer 1
MCB Quantico, VA 22134
Please call (703) 784-4228 for directions!

HOME, HEALTH & MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT
Anger 101
Date(s): Call to schedule appointment
Time: TBD
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort
Belvoir
POC: Ms. Scottie Hampton
Participants have the opportunity to learn about anger as a basic emotion, how
to recognize what triggers anger, impact of uncontrolled anger on self and others
and helpful tools to manage anger. Please call to schedule an appointment.
TransParenting ®
Time: 1:00 PM– 5:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
Whatever stage of separation or divorce you may be in, the TransParenting®
seminar will offer you tools and information to help you move your family through
this period of significant change. This is a four hour seminar for parents experi-
encing a separation or divorce to gain critical information to assist them in co-
parenting children in a healthy way. Pre-registration is required.
Stress Management
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Ms. Donita McDonald
Participants will obtain information about stress and tools to effectively manage
stress. Registration required.
ScreamFree Marriage
Time: 6:00 PM– 8:30 PM
Location: Fort Belvoir Officer's Club, Fort Belvoir
Instructor: ScreamFree Parenting Institute
Join us for this Life Changing Date Night!!!! ScreamFree Marriage is not about
“fighting fair” or “meeting one another’s needs” or “becoming more compatible.”
None of these can truly grow you as a person or improve your marriage. A
ScreamFree Marriage begins with calming your own anxiety, focusing on indi-
vidual self-respect and learning to champion your own personal growth as the
key to intimacy. Join us in learning how to celebrate our differences creating a
solid foundation for a Great Marriage. Includes FREE DINNER and limited child-
care available. Registration is required.
Women’s Empowerment Group
Date(s): Wednesdays
Time: 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Ms. Katherine Lamourt and Ms. Samantha Herring
Provide support, education, and empowerment to those who have experienced
family violence.
Couples Communication
Date(s): Tuesdays
Time: 2:30 PM- 3:30 PM
Location: Army Community Service, 830 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade, MD
Instructor: Ms. Katherine Lamourt and Ms. Celena Flowers
Provide tools to couples to enhance their relationship, gain problem solving
strategies, and create a long lasting relationship.
Anger Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center,
2212 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Julie Yates
Do you have trouble dealing with anger? Sign up today to learn how to man-
age your anger.
Building Healthy Relationships
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Want to learn skills to build a healthy relationship? Let’s work together and
improve your personal and professional relationships!
Stress Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Are you stressed out? Help is here for you. Call to
register.
Effective Communication
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
This class provides information on different communication styles and ways to
develop more effective speaking and listening skills. Participants will practice
insightful, productive and rewarding ways to interact with people.
FREE USO Farmer’s Market
1st Wednesday of the month at noon
6099 Abbott Road, Bldg. 2115
(703) 805-2464
Bring your shopping bag and enjoy free food

HOME, HEALTH & MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT (CONTINUED)
Join us for this life-changing date night!
Wednesday, 13 August 2014, 1800-2030
Fort Belvoir Officers' Club, Fort Belvoir, VA
Includes Free Dinner and Childcare
You must pre-register by calling ACS/FAP at 703-805-2693.
Limited Childcare is available but you MUST pre-register.
Free ScreamFree Books/DVDs for first 20 couples to register!

Mastering Stress
Time: 8:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Location: TBD
POC: Military & Family Support Center Staff
The main objective of this interactive training is to help participants define stress
and personalize the topic while learning coping tools.
Creating Work/Life Balance
Time: 11:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Military and Family Support Center Staff
The main objective of this course is to help participants analyze how their time is
spent and give them tips on how to create the balance they desire between
work, family, and play.
Time Management
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: TBD
This class will help you examine how your time is spent and where changes can
be made. You will learn tips on creating routines and schedules to better organ-
ize all of life’s demands.
Stress Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Participants will be given information on the basics of identifying stressors in
their life and how to create their own stress management plan.
Anger Management
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Individuals will receive information on the basic principles of emotions manage-
ment, the impact of unmanaged anger, and resources on how to recognize and
manage triggers.
Play, Learn, & Grow: Fire & Car Seat Safety
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Parents bring your children for a time of play, crafts, and stories. Parents will
be given an overview of fire and car seat safety.
JBM-HH Fort Myer, VirginiaJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC
Thursday, AUGUST 7
9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
JBM-HH ACS Classroom
202 Custer Road (BLDG 201)
Fort Myer, VA 22211
Communicate in LOVE
For general/disabled access and more information, contact the
Family Advocacy Program at 703-696-3512 or
TTY 703-696-4675.
REGISTRATION REQUESTED
Like us on Facebook at JBMHHACS or visit www.jbmhhmwr.com

Men’s Domestic Violence Intervention Group (STOP)
Date(s): Tuesday (beginning in September) — Open group; must register to
attend.
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room, Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Family Advocacy Clinical Counselors
This 26 week group is a domestic violence treatment group for male participants
who have been mandated or Command referred to attend based on Family
violence in the home. Participants will learn new communication techniques,
power and control dynamics, accepting responsibility for actions and minimizing
blame in their intimate partner relationships. Participants must pre-register and
be referred by a Family Advocacy Program, court-ordered, or with strong Com-
mand support.
Coping With Work and Family Life Stress
Date(s): Tuesdays (beginning in September)
Time: 2:30 PM– 4:00 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference
Room, Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Kati Groseclose & Ms. Molly
Ryan
This workshop is a 12 week, evidenced based curriculum designed to help teach
you how to develop and apply effective coping strategies to deal with stressors.
A variety of topics are covered over the 12 week course, to include: identifying
stressors, deep breathing and relaxation, assertive communication, changing
your self-talk, eating right and exercise, and developing a personal stress man-
agement plan. Participants must pre-register for this class, referrals are wel-
come! Final class will be: Tuesday November 25th.
Anger & Stress Management– 8 Week Workshop
Date(s): Wednesday (beginning in September) — Open group
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Ms. Molly Ryan & Ms. Kati Groseclose
Anger is a normal emotion; however, many of us struggle to express our emo-
tions in a healthy way. In this eight week class, participants will learn the eight
tools to anger management. Topics include dealing with stress, empathy, learn-
ing to respond differently to situations, identifying negative self talk, communica-
tion skills, adjusting expectations, time outs, and forgiveness. Participants must
complete eight sessions if certificate of completion is needed. Registration is
required prior to attendance and referrals are welcome!
Warriors At East (Stress Management & Yoga)
Date(s): August 5, 2014 or call to schedule a workshop for your Unit
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 21
(formerly “The Marine Club”)
This workshop is designed to help balance warrior intensity with holistic stress
management. Participants will be engaged in an interactive stress management
discussion and develop a personalized stress management plan, understand the
relationship between stress and nutrition; as well as participate in 1 hour of gen-
tle, restorative yoga that is specifically tailored for stress management. PT gear
is appropriate for this course. Registration is required. Call for more details!
The Three C’s of Communication
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Instructor: Military Family Life Counselors
Participants will explore how to communicate, collaborate, and then commit to
a resolution.
Married & Loving It!
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 21 (formerly “The Marine Club”)
This one day workshop is designed for newly engaged, recently married or
established couples. Couples will work on various skills such as financial man-
agement, anger and communication building techniques, and additional joint
decision making topics. Workshop curriculum covers principles from Dave
Ramsey’s Financial Program and Gary Chapman’s “5 Love Languages.” Cou-
ples must pre-register to attend this class. Please call for details!
Communicating Feelings
Date(s): August 13 2014
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference Room, Bldg 12, Henderson
Hall
Participants will learn road blocks to communication and how to effectively
communicate long distance.
Assertiveness Communication
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Participants will examine how voice quality, pace and rhythm of words can
block or enhance communication.
How to Avoid Falling For A Jerk/Jerkette
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 21 (formerly “The Marine Club”)
Feel like you keep dating all the wrong people
and don’t know why? This class is designed for
singles that are dating and looking for tips on
building a healthy relationship. Topics include
identifying warning signs for future disagree-
ments, recognizing what you are looking for in a
future partner, and the five key areas to explore
before commitment. Participants must pre-
register for this class.

Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Conflict Management
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Location: Marine Family Services Conference
Room, Bldg 12, Henderson Hall
This workshop provides tools for addressing and
managing everyday conflicts.
Incident Determination Committee—Family Advocacy
Appointed Representatives Training
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
The Incident Determination Committee (IDC) full day training is a requirement for
Commander’s who are appointed as Representatives to the Family Advocacy
Program. The training covers what to expect when working with Family Advo-
cacy, the dynamics of domestic violence and child abuse, and prepares Com-
mander’s for the roles, expectations, and process of the Incident Determination
Committee. This is a mandatory training prior to becoming a voting member of
the IDC.
Principles for Healthy Relationships
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM.
Participants will learn components of a healthy relationship and develop tools to
maintain a healthy relationship.
Creating a Healthy Marriage
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Participants will examine the rules of healthy conflict and how to grow together.
Power Struggles
Time: 6:00 PM—7:00 PM
Participate will identify ways to reduce conflict in the family and ways to gain
cooperation.
PREP
Time: 9:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Location: Marine Corps Family Team Building, Bldg. 29, Room 100
Instructor: Ms. Erica Ramos
Invest in your relationship today! Learn how to communicate effectively with
your spouse or partner and work through conflict in a constructive way.
Century Anger Management
Date(s): Tuesdays/Varies—8 WEEK COURSE
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM OR 5:00 PM –7:00 PM
Location: Cox Hall/TBS/Quantico (Day Group) OR Religious Family Ser-
vices Center, Quantico (Evening Group)
Instructor: Ms. Mary Jo Betyak-Eisler (Day Group) OR Ms. Rebecca Chil-
dress (Evening Group)
Join us for this intense 8-week study using an evidence based curriculum to
learn how to successfully apply anger management skills in the workplace,
relationships or any other life situation where anger control is needed. Each
session will focus on one of the 8 core tools: stress management; empathy;
response; assertiveness; self-talk; expectation; forgiveness; and time-outs.
WAKE— Women’s Awareness Knowledge
and Empowerment
Date(s): Tuesdays, Ongoing (pre-screening required)
Time: Call for details
Location: Please call for time and location.
Instructor: Victim Advocates and Clinicians
For more information, call (703) 784-2570 .
WAKE is a support and educational group designed for the specific needs of
women, both active duty and Family members, who have experienced conflict
in intimate relationships. You will reflect, learn, and be strengthened and en-
couraged by the information shared.
STOP— Skills, Techniques, Options, Plans
Date(s): Every Wednesday
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Location: Call for location.
POC: Family Advocacy Clinicians
Sixteen (16) week group for men exploring cycles of abuse with the goal of
preventing domestic abuse. Must have recommendation to participate in
group.

IDC (Incident Determination Committee)
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Ms. Mary Skinner-Vance
When service members and their Families are involved in incidents of domestic
abuse or child abuse, many questions can arise from both the family and the
command. All allegations of family abuse are required to be presented at the
base IDC. Unit representative are required to receive training prior to attending
the IDC. Let us help you better understand the dynamics of family abuse, poli-
cies that govern our process, and your important role at the IDC. With guest
speakers from NCIS and SJA.
SAFE— Stop Abuse with Family Education
Time: 8:30 AM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Family Advocacy Clinicians and Victim Advocates
SAFE is a one day workshop for couples who will be reuniting after a Military
Protective Order (MPO) has been lifted. The Family Advocacy Program recom-
mends all couples take this course prior to reunification. This class provides a
standardized safety planning process for all families to increase positive coping
skills, education, and support to build healthy relationships. Topics include hav-
ing a home of empowerment v. a house of abuse, DoD definitions of abuse,
anger, time-out, staying safe when a partner blocks your path and the effects of
domestic violence on children.
Warriors at Ease Stress Management
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Barber Physical Activities Center, Health Promotions Classroom,
MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Childress & Ms. Lauren King
Join us for this popular full day stress management course where you will re-
ceive a full day of holistic stress management. Balance your warrior intensity (or
your family member/civilian stresses) with a total holistic approach. Includes
education – learn about stress, develop an individual plan, complete the Real
Colors temperament assessment to discover how perception impacts stress
management; diet – discover the connection between food and stress as the
Semper Fit Dietician shares helpful tips for healthy eating; and conclude the day
with yoga – awaken your energy by balancing your mind and body with a ses-
sion designed to clear your mind from obstructions that may be preventing you
from thinking clearly and reaching your full potential. Ample breaks provided
throughout the day. Dress for movement.
Family Advocacy Professional Development Reading List
Date(s): August 6, 2014- “Looking for Esperanza” by Adriana Paramo
September 17, 2014- “Half the Sky” by Kristof and Wudunn
Time: 12:00 PM– 1:00 PM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Family Advocacy Program Staff
Join us for our ongoing book club discussion August 6 or September 17 to dis-
cuss our latest selections. Our book club is open to EVERYONE – professionals
in the behavioral health community, community partners, active duty and their
family members, and other interested people. Selections to make you think, talk,
and take action. Call us to learn more.
Married & Loving It!
Time: 9:00 AM– 3:30 PM
Location: Call for location.
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Childress
Married and Loving It is an evidence based educational group for couples who
want to improve communication; set guidelines for established a sound finan-
cial future; identify anger and how to solve conflict in healthy ways; set healthy
boundaries with in-laws and other extended family members; and discuss other
factors that help couple truly enjoy married life. Pre-registration encouraged.
Drop-in childcare may be available upon request.
Alternatives for Women– 8 Week Group for Women
Offenders (based on STOP by Dr. Wexler)
Date(s): Wednesdays, Ongoing
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Little Hall, Classroom #2, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Rebecca Childress and Ms. Amanda Norah
Eight-week group for women exploring cycles of abuse with the goal of prevent-
ing domestic abuse. One of the only female offender groups available in the
greater Washington, DC region at this time.
Becoming a Love & Logic Parent—2 PART SERIES
Date(s): Thursday (beginning September 11, 2014)
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center, 3019 Embry Loop, MCB
Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Mary Skinner-Vance
Love and Logic is the COOL workshop for parents! Enjoy three evenings of
fun, covering six modules of applying the COOL formula to parenting tech-
niques – Control; Ownership of the Problem; Opportunity for Thinking; and Let
Empathy and Consequences Do the Teaching. Child care may be provided.
Please call for further information and to pre-register.
Through a Child’s Eyes (for ages 6-12)
Date(s): Thursdays
(beginning September 11,
2014 through October 6,
2014)
Time: 5:00 PM– 6:30 PM
Location: Religious and
Family Services Center,
3019 Embry Loop, MCB
Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Amanda Norah and Ms. Kristiana Poole
Through a Child’s Eyes is a support and educational group designed for the
specific needs of children who have experienced or witnessed domestic vio-
lence and other family dysfunction in their homes. If you have been involved in
an abusive relationship either now or in the past and you are concerned with
how your child is coping we can help! Through a Child’s Eyes is led by profes-
sional, experienced Victim Advocates and clinicians in a supportive, respectful
environment. Your child will have the opportunity to discuss anger manage-
ment; making and keeping friends; self-esteem and other valuable social skills.
Adult learning opportunities will be provided simultaneously.

Patuxent River, Maryland Stress Management
Time: 3:00 PM– 4:30 PM (August) & 11:00 AM– 12:30 PM (September)
Instructor: Ms. Linda Schmid
Stress is a part of life. In this class you will understand how your beliefs and
thought process has an impact on how you deal with stress. Participants will
walk away with specific actions to manage stress that they can incorporate into
their life immediately.
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:30 AM
Couples Communication
Time: 8:30 AM– 10:00 AM
The goal of this class is to provide couples with new ideas and tools to help them
continue to build together the relationship they envisioned. Join us and practice
speaker listener technique to enhance communication even on the toughest
issues.
PERSONAL GROWTH & VOLUNTEERISM
True Colors Keys to Personal Success
Date(s): Call to schedule for yourself or your Unit
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
Would you like to gain more confidence in working with others? Gain respect
for one another working as a team (i.e. at home, work, social group, etc)? True
Colors is an interactive workshop that helps you gain an understanding and
appreciation for self and others increasing ability to achieve personal and pro-
fessional goals.
Henderson Hall Community
Counseling Program
Service and Family members can make an
appointment with a counselor to address any of
the many stressors facing today’s military Families
by calling:
(703) 614-7204
GOT BALANCE?
ACS Life Balance Initiative
2014 Class Schedule
Army Community Service
Bldg. 200
9800 Belvoir Road
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
703-805-4590
Contact Fort Belvoir ACS for information and to
register for a class/event.
DATE MODULE LOCATION
AUG 18 LUNCH & LEARN TBD
1100-1300 Identifying Character Strengths in Self
and Others
AUG 25 GIVE YOURSELF A BREAK USO
TBD Energy Management
SEP 15 LUNCH & LEARN ACS
1100-1300 Avoid Thinking Traps
SEP 25 RECOGNIZE YOUR ICEBERG TBD
1800-2000 Detect Icebergs
OCT 5 SOLIDER & FAMILY TBD
1300-1500 VOLKSMARCH
Mental Games & Physical Fitness
OCT 20 LUNCH & LEARN TBD
1100-1300 Talk the Talk & Walk the Walk:
Assertive Communication & ACR
NOV 3 HOLIDAY HURDLES PART 1 TBD
1800-2000 Holiday Shortcuts: Goal Setting
NOV 17 LUNCH & LEARN: HOLIDAY ACS
1100-1300 HURDLES
PART 2: Problem Solving

PERSONAL GROWTH & VOLUNTEERISM (CONTINUED)
JBM-HH Henderson Hall, VirginiaJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC
Tutor & Buddy Program
Date(s): Every other Monday (beginning August 25, 2014)
Time: 11:40 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Barcroft Elementary School (BES)
POC: Ms. Jamie Albers
For information and to register, call (703) 693-8378
Marines and Civilian Marines are needed to support the Partnership in Educa-
tion's Tutor & Buddy Program. Volunteers help provider mentorship and aca-
demic support while building a relationship that will shape a child’s life.
Volunteer Orientation
Time: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Marine Corps Family Team Building, Bldg. 29, Room 100,
Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Trish Sowell
For information, call (703) 805-693-1253.
Want to be a volunteer? Learn more about upcoming volunteer opportunities,
the requirements for the Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, and how to get
involved.
MILITARY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses
Time: 9:00AM–3:00PM
Location: Marine Corp Family Team Building, Bldg. 29,
Room 100, Henderson Hall
Instructor: Ms. Erica S. Ramos
This course provides an acculturation to the Marine Corps lifestyle to acquire
knowledge and tools to help you be successful and thrive in this lifestyle!
Interpersonal Communications
Time: 11:30 AM– 1:00 PM
Henderson Hall
Increase your confidence for personal communication and promote healthy
relationships.
Real Colors ®
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:30 PM
Henderson Hall
Through the Real Colors workshop you will discover more about yourself, your
values, goals, and communication preferences. Be empowered and learn how
to become most effective in your relationships and in the workplace.
Volunteer Opportunities
Available
Various positions located throughout the
Military and Family Support Center
Call (202) 767-0450
for more information
JBM-HH Henderson Hall, Virginia Stress Management
Time: 11:30 AM– 1:00 PM
Henderson Hall
Learn tools and techniques to reduce stress and navigate everyday stress of the
Marine Corps lifestyle.
Five Love Languages
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Stephanie Taber
This training is designed to orient and guide Family Readiness Officers in their
roles, and the operating components within their Unit, and Family Readiness
Program.
L.I.N.K.S. Team Meeting/Potluck
Time: 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM
Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Barbara Hawkins
Regularly scheduled L.I.N.K.S. team meeting with potluck. Please call for more
information.

MILITARY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (CONTINUED)
Family Care Plan
Time: 5:00 PM– 7:00 PM
Location: Child Development Center, South, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Ms. Joyce Murphy
This workshop will educate Marines and their families on the basics of a Family
Care Plan. It will outline the importance of a Family Care Plan and the impor-
tance of always having it updated.
L.I.N.K.S. for Teens
Time: 6:30 PM– 9:00 PM
Location: Youth Center, MCB Quantico
Workshop will help teens adapt to the Marine Corps lifestyle and become resil-
ient, look forward to new beginnings, embrace farewells and all the great experi-
ences they may encounter, or have encountered. This class will also serve as
an opportunity to make new friends!
Coupon Clippers
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
Event designed to exchange money saving coupons, while exchanging tips and
insight to the savings programs at the Commissary and the local community.
Time: 8:30 AM—4:30 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides an overview of the Marine Corps structure, services, and
benefits available to spouses as part of the Marine Corps Family.
Safe and Sound at College
Time: 10:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Quantico
This workshop provides important safety precautions for college students to
instill them with the ability and confidence to be responsible for their personal
safety at college.
Family Readiness Officer Training
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Location: Gray Research Center, 2024 Broadway Street, MCB Quantico
Training designed to orient and guide the Family Readiness Officer in their roles,
responsibilities, and operating components within the Unit, Personal and Family
Readiness Program.
Family Readiness Volunteer Training
Time: 8:30 AM– 12:30 PM
This workshop is required for all Marine Corps Family Readiness volunteers prior
to serving as a appointed Family Readiness volunteer. Volunteers will walk away
understanding mission, their role, community resources, and immediately be-
come an asset to the Command Team.
Command Team Training
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Quantico
Training designed to orient and guide command team members in their roles and
operating components of their family readiness program.
Safe and Sound at Home
Date(s)/Time: August 20, 2014 and September 3, 2014
Time: 5:00 PM– 6:00 PM
Location: Child Development Center, South, MCB Quantico
This workshop provides important safety precautions for Marine Corps families,
and instills spouse/family members with the ability and confidence to be respon-
sible for their personal safety and the safety of their families while their Marines
are deployed.
L.I.N.K.S. New Volunteer Orientation
Time: 12:30 PM– 1:30 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides training for new volunteers to the L.I.N.K.S. program.
L.I.N.K.S. Mentor Training
Time: 1:30 PM– 4:00 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides training for L.I.N.K.S. volunteers.

MILITARY FAMILY TEAM BUILDING (CONTINUED)
Self Care
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
This workshop provides information and tips on self care.
Developing Healthy Blended Families
Time: 4:00 PM– 5:30 PM
Location: Child Development Center, MCB Quantico
This workshop is designed to help Marine Corps parents gain a better under-
standing of the common and practical issues facing blended families. The train-
ing provides information on what parents can do to help promote family unity.
eMarine Training
Date(s): September 10 & 11, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 3:00 PM
Workshop provides training on creating and maintaining Marine Corps unit
specific web pages.
Date(s): September 16–18, 2014
Time: 6:00 PM—9:00 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides an overview of the Marine Corps structure, services, and
benefits available to spouses as part of the Marine Corps Family.
Command Team Training
Time: 9:00 AM—11:30 AM
Quantico
Training designed to orient and guide command team members in their roles,
responsibilities, and operating components of their family readiness program.
Family Readiness Team Expansion
Time: 9:00 AM—11:30 AM
Training designed as Part 2 to the eMarine training.
New Volunteer Orientation
Time: 1:00 PM– 2:00 PM
Quantico
Workshop provides training to volunteers new to the L.I.N.K.S. program.
Who Moved My Cheese?
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Quantico
Since change happens either to the individual or by the individual, “Change
Essential” provides a way to help people see change differently. The “Cheese
Experience” is an amazing way to deal with change at work and in life.

VETERAN, RETIREMENT & TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
Transition, Goals, Plans, Success (TGPS) Workshop
Date(s): August 4-8 & 18-22, 2014 and September 8-12 & 22-26, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Stangee
If you are separating or retiring from the military, this class will answer your
questions and help you develop a plan for a smooth, successful transition. Call
to register.
Retiree Brief
Time: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Stangee
If you are within two years of retirement eligibility, you may be interested in at-
tending this brief. Information will be provided on your TriCare, Johns Hopkins
Family Health Plan, and Navy Mutual Aid Financial planning and survivor benefit
plan.
Disability Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg. 13,
POC: Military Family Service Center Staff
This briefing will focus on various veteran benefits that apply to those who
suspect they have a service connected disability, injury, or illness that was
aggravated by service. The briefing will provide information on vocational
rehabilitation, employment and much more.
Marketing Yourself for a Second Career
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:30 AM
POC: Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA)
There are many challenges, rewards, and even stresses when it comes to transi-
tioning from a military career to a civilian career. Learn what you can do to pre-
pare yourself for a successful transition: from identifying resources to executing
an attention-getting résumé and cover letter to landing the job that's right for you.
Retirement Benefits Brief
Time: 8:00 AM– 11:30 AM
POC: TBD
Survivor benefits and financial planning, Tricare and Johns Hopkins Family
Health will be discussed.
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC
MCB Quantico, VirginiaFort Meade, Maryland
Transition Readiness Seminar (TRS)
Date(s): August 4-8 & 18-22, 2014 and September 8-12, 2014
Time: 7:00 AM– 5:00 PM
Location: Religious and Family Services Center, 3019 Embry
Loop, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Career Resource Management
Center Staff
To register, call (703) 784-2511/4693.
You must register with your Career Retention Specialist or Unit
Transition Counselor (UTC). Bring 3 copies of DD Form 2648 (Pre-Separation
Counseling Checklist) completely filled out. Dress is business casual.
Job Search Through Social Media and Networking Systems
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: TBD
Instructor: Career Resource Management Center Staff
For more information, call (703) 784-2511/4963.
This workshop will teach participants how their social networking activities on
the Web can attract future employers. Participants will learn the importance of
using social media to develop their online presence as well as network with
professionals in their field.
Accessing Higher Education
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
Location: Voluntary Education Center, 3088 Roan Street, MCB Quantico
This workshop is designed to guide veterans through the variety of decisions
involved in choosing a degree completion program, college institution, and
funding, as well as completing the admission process. Topics include: Per-
sonal Goal and Requirements, Institution Factors, Education Funding, and
Admission Process.
Career/Technical Education Workshop
Date(s): August 13 & 14, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM
This workshop provides veterans with information about how to obtain training,
skills, and credentials for occupations requiring other than a college degree.
Topics include: how to use your GI Bill for career/technical training and other
financial aid opportunities, apprenticeship programs, Choosing a career /
technical program and the admission process.
Two Day Boots-2-Business
Date(s): August 13-14, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Quantico
This workshop is devoted to assisting Veterans with starting their own busi-
ness.

Survivor Benefit Plan Workshop (SBP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:30 AM
Quantico
This workshop integrates benefits from DoD, Department of Veterans Affairs
(VA), and Social Security to enhance Family readiness.
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Basics: Understanding Type
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
This workshop will help participates understand the four-letter Myers-Briggs
Type Indicator (MBTI) type codes to gain further understanding of themselves
and how their preferences relate to their career search.
10 Steps to Federal Job/Resume Lab
Time: 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
This lab will provide you with information that will assist you with developing
your federal resume and also create an account on USA Jobs.
Disability Transition Assistance Program (DTAP)
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Welcome to a dynamic workshop that informs attendees about the Veterans
Administration Vocational Rehabilitation Program. The goal is to encourage
and assist potentially eligible service members in making an informed decision
about VA’s Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program.
Reviewing Job Descriptions
Time: 1:00 PM– 2:30 PM
Quantico Instructor: Career Resource Management Center Staff
This workshop will help you understand the various job descriptions so you can
tailor your resume.
STRONG Interest Inventory and Career Satisfaction
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
This workshop will provide participants an overview of the STRONG Interest
inventory and how it can be a powerful method for matching their interests with
opportunities for jobs, education, and leisure activities. Students will be provided
the STRONG interest inventory before the class and they must complete the
inventory in order to attend the workshop.
Market Yourself for a Second Career
Time: 9:00 AM—11:30 AM
Quantico
This workshop will provide attendees with skills and resources to prepare for a
career after leaving the service. Participants will learn techniques and strategies
to effectively navigate the job market.
Job Fair
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM (for Wounded Warriors) and 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
(for general public)
Location: Clubs of Quantico, 3017 Russell Road, MCB Quantico
Instructor: Career Resource Management Center
This is a fair where employers will be meeting with prospective employees.
Transition GPS- Separatee
Date(s): August 4-8, 2014 and September 8-12, 2014
Time: Monday—Thursday 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM & Friday 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Angela Armer
TGPS is for separating and retiring military members. It is a joint venture by the
FFSC and the Departments of Defense, Department of Labor, and Veterans
Affairs. Topics include skill assessment, resume writing, job search methods,
interview techniques, and a review of veterans’ benefits. Please see your Career
Counselor to sign up. Seating is limited.
Transition GPS- Retiree
Date(s): August 11-19, 2014 and September 22-30, 2014
Time: Monday—Thursday 8:00 AM– 4:30 PM & Friday 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
TGPS is for separating and retiring military members. It is a joint venture by the
FFSC and the Departments of Defense, Department of Labor, and Veterans
Affairs, it is a must attend workshop where topics include skills assessment,
resume writing, interview techniques, salary negotiations, financial considera-
tions, and overview of veterans benefits, etc. Please see your Career Counselor
to sign up. Seating is limited.
VETERAN, RETIREMENT & TRANSITION ASSISTANCE (CONTINUED)
Veteran Services
The Virginia Department of Veteran Services (VDVS) assists veter-
ans, their Families and survivors in obtaining state, federal and
local benefits to which they are entitled that they might not
otherwise receive.
Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Call (703) 630-2811 for locations and more info.

FINANCIAL READINESS
Command Financial Leadership Forum
Time: 2:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg 72,
Instructor: Military & Family Support Center Staff
Provides an introduction and overview of the Command Financial Specialist
program. Also resources available to commands and financial prevention tech-
niques.
Command Financial Specialist Forum
Time: 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM
Command Financial Specialist meet and share ideas about their respective
programs. Quarterly forum in accordance with OPNAViNsT 1740.5B.
Command Financial Specialist Refresher
Time: 8:00 AM– 12:00 PM
This training is designed for Command Financial Specialist who have already
completed their formal CFS training. CFSs are required to complete CFS Re-
fresher training every three years.
Command Financial Specialist Training
Date(s): September 8-12, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Location: TBD
Command Financial Specialist are trained to establish, organize and administer
the command’s personal financial management (PFM) program. You must be
selected by your command to attend this class. You must attend all classes to
be certified.
1st Termers Money Management
Date(s): Every Tuesday
Time: 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
Location: Bldg. 246, RIP TOG Classroom, Fort Myer
Instructor: Financial Readiness Program Staff
For information and to register, call (703) 696-
0163.
This training is mandatory for all incoming soldiers E4 and
below .
Personal Financial Management & Planning
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 29, Check-in at
Room 204; Classroom TBD
Instructor: Marine & Family Services
Personal Financial Management Staff
The class includes techniques for budget planning and budget execution, and
provides examples of effective action plans with which to spend less money per
month than the Servicemember (and family) is earning. The techniques are tied
to the concept of setting “S.M.A.R.T. Goals” which are focused on the family’s
major financial objectives. For more information on this class, visit
www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required. Call to register.
Personal Credit: Credit Worthiness, Reports, Scores,
and Management
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
Location: Henderson Hall, Bldg 29, Check-in at Room 204; Classroom TBD
Instructor: Marine & Family Services Personal Financial Management Staff
Learn about the credit system, credit reports, credit scores, debt management
and consumer rights. Understand how interest is calculated on loans and credit
card balances. Learn how to improve your credit score and how to dig out of a
deep debt situation. For more information on this class, visit www.mccshh.com/
Finance. Registration required. Call to register.
Consumer Awareness: Best Personal Practices vs. Frauds,
Scams, and Unwise Purchases
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
Focuses on helping Marines become alert, savvy consumers by recognizing
advertising techniques that target consumers, and learning to detect, deter, and
defend against consumer fraud and predatory practices. The class reviews
major consumer legislation intended to protect service members, and legal
rights with respect to entering into a contact, cooling off periods, and protections
under federal and state laws. For more information on this class, visit
Financial Check-Up?
You check your oil, you check your doors
for security— but when was the last time
you checked your financial status?
Contact your local Family Services
Agency to make an appointment for
a personal financial review, and a credit
report and score.

FINANCIAL READINESS (CONTINUED)
Strategies for Buying or Leasing a Car
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
Buying a car is a major financial transaction filled with pot holes for the persons
who have not done their homework before stepping into a dealer’s showroom.
This class includes negotiations with the sales
force, the purchase decision, and the purchase
contract. Class also includes the relative advan-
tages and disadvantages of buying new, used or
leasing. For more information on this class, visit
www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration re-
quired. Call to register.
Home Buying and Mortgages
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
The class includes techniques for budget planning and budget execution, and
provides examples of effective action plans with which to spend less money per
month than the Servicemember (and family) is earning. The techniques are
tied to the concept of setting “S.M.A.R.T. Goals” which are focused on the
family’s major financial objectives. For more information on this class, visit
Investing: Basics of Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds, TSP &
Compound Interest
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class highlights the difference between index mutual funds and actively
managed funds. Participants will be able to use free database tools to find high
performing actively managed funds. Registration required.
Investing: Focus on Mutual Funds
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class focus is intended for persons who know they need to invest money
in the “stock market,” but do not want to have to become highly knowledgeable
to begin investing in a prudent manner. Addresses stock, bond, balanced,
sector, and life-cycle mutual funds. Includes investor risk tolerance
and managing mutual funds into retirement. For more information on this class,
visit www.mccshh.com/Finance. Registration required. Call to register.
Fundamentals of Planning for Retirement from the Military
Time: 11:30 AM—1:00 PM
This class provides an overview of five elements of retirement planning to in-
clude “High 3 vs. CBS/REDUX” and SBP. A second objective is to acquaint
attendees with the integrated financial planning process and to provide them
examples of financial plans they might reasonably develop with the assistance of
a professional financial planner. For more information on this class, visit
Individual Tutorials on ALL Personal Finance Topics
Date(s): Call to schedule an appointment.
Time: Call to schedule an appointment.
The purpose of the Tutorials is provide financial information to individuals at a
time that is convenient to their work schedule. The current schedule of “noon
time Brown Bag” classes does not provide the flexibility or timeliness that many
Service members, retirees and DoD civilians require. Simply call the Henderson
Hall PFM to schedule a time that fits both your schedule and the PFMs. All
financial topics are on the “play list. Call to schedule a subject(s), date, and
time.
Differences Between Saving & Investing
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, Bldg 2090, NAS Patuxent River
Instructor: Mr. Jim Walsh
This single session is designed to introduce basic guidelines and terminology
that will enable participants to save and invest wisely. Explore various invest-
ment options and learn which instrument best suits you and your individual
goals.
Is REDUX Retirement Worth It?
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Are you eligible for CBS/REDUX, well if you have 14 ½ to 15 years in uniform,
you typically need to make a decision? This class can help you with that choice.
We’ll go over options, looks at some basic results for specific situations, and
highlight important considerations.

Money & Deployments
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Deployment can be a time of anxiety and uncertainty for both service members
and their families. Finances have a tendency to take a back seat to spending
time with family and preparing for deployment. This workshop will address
maintaining good habits while away, it is actually possible to return to a much
better financial situation than when you left.
Consumer Awareness and I.D. Theft
Time: 11:30 AM—12:30 PM
Identity theft is a serious crime. It can disrupt your finances, credit history, and
reputation, and take time, money, and patience to resolve. The rigors of military
life can compound the problems that identity theft creates. In this workshop we
will talk about steps you can take to prevent it and also what to do if it happens.
Employment Readiness Orientation
Date(s): Every other Tuesday
Time: 12:45 PM– 2:30 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
POC: Ms. Laureen Dupree
Provides information and assistance on acquiring employment in the National
Capitol Region. Topics include spousal preference, veteran preference, and
general information regarding employment in the DC, Maryland and Northern
Virginia area. Please bring your military ID card and 3 copies of your resume.
ABCs of Federal Employment & Federal Resume Prepara-
tion
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service,
Bldg 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Belvoir
Provides instruction on writing a federal re-
sume as well as useful information regarding
seeking employment in the federal government.
Kelly Recruiting
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
Offers employment readiness clients the opportunity to meet one-on-one with
placement agencies. Call for appointment and more info.
Resume Workshop
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, 830 Chisholm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Rose Holland and Ms. Ana Brown
This workshop will provide tips on winning resume styles, the importance of cover
letters, and tips on following up on your resume. You can register online at
www.fortmeadeacs.checkappointments.com.
10 Steps To A Federal Job
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Learn about understanding job vacancy announcements, writing your federal and
electronic resumes, and KSAs (knowledge, skill, and ability statements), and
tracking your applications. This session will include some hands-on training. You
can register online at www.fortmeadeacs.checkappointments.com.
Job Search Strategies
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Learn techniques to help you succeed in your job search, as well as the tools for
networking and negotiating job offers.
FINANCIAL READINESS (CONTINUED)
SHOP MARYLAND TAX FREE WEEK!!
August 10-16, 2014
The second Sunday of August to the following Saturday is designated as
Shop Maryland tax-free Week each year. That means qualifying apparel
and footwear $100 or less, per item, are exempt from the state sales tax.
Accessory items are not included. The Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week
for 2014 is Sunday, August 10 - Saturday, August 16.
VIRGINIA SALES TAX HOLIDAY!!
August 1-3, 2014
During this three-day period, purchases of certain school supplies, cloth-
ing and footwear will be exempt from the Virginia sales tax. Each eligible
school supply item must be priced at $20 or less, and each eligible article
of clothing and footwear must be priced at $100 or less.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS

EMPLOYMENT READINESS (CONTINUED)
Resume Workshop
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, 2212 Chis-
holm Ave., Fort Meade
Instructor: Ms. Pamela Stangee and Ms. Julie Yates
This workshop will provide tips on winning resume styles, the importance of
cover letters, and tips on following up on your resume.
10 Steps To A Federal Job
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Learn about understanding job vacancy announcements, writing your federal
and electronic resumes, and KSAs (knowledge, skill, and ability statements),
and tracking your applications.
Community Job Fair
Time: 9:00 AM– 1:00 PM
Location: Club Meade, 660 Mapes Road, Fort Meade
For information, call (301) 677-55090 or (301) 677-9014/17/18.
Learn about understanding job vacancy announcements, writing your federal
and electronic resumes, and KSAs (knowledge, skill, and ability statements),
and tracking your applications.
Interviewing Skills
Time: 9:00 AM—12:00 PM
This workshop teaches the basic interviewing skills and tips on dressing for
success so you can present yourself as the best candidate for the job of your
choice. Learn the do’s and don’ts at job interviews. Included in this course are
strategies on how to successfully work a job fair.
How to Work A Job Fair
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
This workshop will help you strategize and make the most of a job fair opportu-
nity.
Franchising Seminar
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Military & Family Support Center, Bldg 13, Joint Base Anacostia-
Bolling
Explore the possibilities of owning your own franchise.
Networking Through Social Media
Time: 8:30 AM– 10:30 AM
Bolling
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: WNY, AGC
Time: 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM
Location: Pentagon, Room 4D440
Learn how to conduct your job search by using LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
Resume Writing Workshop
Date(s): August 6, 20, & 26, 2014 and September 9, 16, & 23, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Learn skills to construct and tailor your resume to your needs.
Resume Writing Workshop
Time: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Location: WNY, AGC
Learn skills to construct and tailor your resume to your needs.
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Location: Military & Family Support Center,
Bldg 13, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Job seekers will learn to utilize a variety of job search strategies to help them
stand out in a crowd.
Interview Techniques
Date(s): August 12, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Date(s): September 2, 2014 Time: 1:00 PM—3:00 PM
Bolling
Tips to prepare for a successful job interview.
Meet The Employer
Time: 8:00 AM—12:00 PM
Location: Bolling Club, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
Instructor: Various employers
This program gives you the opportunity to meet and network with various
employers throughout the area.

Applying For a Federal Job
Date(s): August 19 & 21, 2014 and September 4, 2014
Location: WNY, AGC
Location: Pentagon, Room 4D440
Time for all Sessions: 9:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Understanding the federal employment process, completing the application, and
applying for the job.
Family Employment Readiness Program
Time: 10:00 AM—12:00 PM
Explore the employment avenues for military family members.
Acing The Interview
Time: 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM
Instructor: Varies
Prepare for that upcoming job interview by practicing personal presentation
skills such as answering common interview questions, writing follow-up and
thank you letters, and negotiating job offers.
Dress for Success
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Ms. Judy Joyner
To register, call (703) 696-3047/3510.
What do you wear and when? This class will help you understand the differ-
ence between professional business attire and business casual.
Job Search For Newcomers
Date(s): August 5, 2014 and September 9 & 30, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
To register, call (703) 696-3047/3510.
This course provides information and assistance on acquiring employment in
the National Capitol Region. Topics include spousal preference, veteran prefer-
ence, and general information regarding employment in the DC, Maryland and
Northern Virginia area.
Job Fair
Time: 9:00 AM– 2:00 PM
Location: Community Activities Center, Bldg. 405,
Fort Myer
POC: Ms. Judy Joyner
Many employers will be on hand to speak with. Bring
copies of your resume and business attire is recom-
mended.
Resume Class
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
To register, call (703) 696-3047/3510.
Learn about the different kinds of resumes, what to put in a resume, and which
resume to use.
Mock Interviews
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
To register, call (703) 696-3047/3510.
A panel of employers sharing the kinds of questions you may encounter in an
interview.
Meet the Employers
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
To register, call (703) 696-3047/3510.
Informal meeting with several employers sharing what they look for in a good
candidate.

Spouse Career/Education
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Instructor: Family Member Employment Assistance Program Staff
Provides information and career opportunities for military spouses.
Acing The Interview
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Practice that upcoming job interview by using your personal presentation skills.
Building Better Resumes
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Given that you have less than two minutes to attract an employer’s attention
and convince them to interview you, it is critical that your resume be clear, fo-
cused, and targeted to the job. Optimize your chances of success by learning
how to write a resume that avoids common mistakes.
Preparing for a Phone Interview
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Learn how a phone interview differs from a face-to-face interview.
How to Stand Out at a Career Fair
Time: 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM
Quantico
Learn how attending a job fair can jump start your search and learn how to
stand out among the masses.
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar
Time: 9:00 AM– 11:00 AM
Quantico
Transitioning from military to civilian life, family benefits, and entitlements will
be discussed.
Local Employment Workshop
Time: 8:30 AM– 9:30 AM
Quantico
Interviewing Techniques
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Angela Armer and Ms. Pam Valliere
Prepare for your upcoming job interview by practicing personal presentation
skills such as answering common interview questions, writing follow-up and
thank-you letters, and negotiating job offers.
10 Steps to a Federal Job
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Learn how to navigate the federal job system. A training guide will be provided
to all participants.
Resume Writing
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Angela Armer and Ms. Pam Valliere
This program offers many different trends and techniques for writing the best
resume possible. Don’t get passed over because your resume lacks keywords
or isn’t in the preferred format. Seating is limited.

DEPLOYMENT & FAMILY READINESS GROUP (FRG) TRAINING
Spouse Meet & Greet
Time: 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
Location: Fleet & Family Support Center, 2212 Chis-
holm Ave., Fort Meade
Join us for wonderful friendship, food, prizes, and learn about Maryland and Fort
Meade. Contact us for more information.
Reintegration: Return & Reunion
Date(s): By appointment
Time: TBD
Location: Military and Family Support Center, Bldg. 13,
Joint Base Anacostia-Boling
Return and reunion is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for military per-
sonnel from the combat environment to Family, community and workplace.
Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Call for an appointment.
Pre-Deployment Briefing
Date(s): By appointment
Time: TBD
Location: Military and Family Support Center, Bldg. 13, Joint Base Anacostia-
Boling
Receive information on preparing for deployment. Spouses are highly encour-
aged to attend. Call for an appointment.
Fort Meade, Maryland Patuxent River, Maryland
Return & Reunion
Time: 1:00 PM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Pam Valliere
Return and Reunion is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for military per-
sonnel from the combat environment to family, community, and workplace.
Spouses are encouraged to attend.
IA Indoctrination
Date(s): September 26– October3, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM– 4:00 PM
Instructor: Ms. Pam Valliere
Individuals that have been selected for Individual Augmentee (IA) are strongly
encouraged to report to the Fleet & Family Support Center on TAD orders for
this week long process. Various presenters will take care of all your IA needs
through this one stop shop. Spouses are encouraged to attend on Wednesday
from 12:30 PM—4:30 PM. Pre-registration required.
SUPPORT GROUPS
ScreamFree Resource Group
Time: 6:00 PM– 7:30 PM
Location: Fort Belvoir Community Hospital, Adult Behavioral Health,
Rivers Pavilion, Fort Belvoir
Join our ScreamFree Resource Group! ScreamFree graduates have the oppor-
tunity to meet monthly sharing resources and support as we continue our
ScreamFree journey. Limited childcare available. Registered required.
Date(s): Second (2nd) and Fourth (4th) Monday of each month
Time: 5:30 PM—7:30 PM
Location: School Age Services, 1900 Reece Road, Fort Meade
Gain support and skills from fellow single parents. Children are welcome. Regis-
tration required.
Military Multiples (M2) Support Group
Time: 12:00 PM –1:00 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road,
Fort Belvoir
Instructor: Ms. Sonja Foots
A support group for military Families with twins, triplets, or higher birth orders to
discuss challenges, rewards, and resources for Families. Registration required.
Time: 6:00 PM– 7:30 PM
Location: Army Community Service, Bldg. 200, 9800 Belvoir Road, Fort Bel-
voir
Instructor: Ms. Donita McDonald
Support group to discuss challenges and resources for single parent Families.
Registration required.

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