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KUDOS
This facility is Closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visit LAFSS.com or social media channels for the latest updates.
CLOSED: OCTOBER 9 (FAMILY DAY) & OCTOBER 12 (HOLIDAY)
KIDS UNDERSTANDING DEPLOYMENT OPERATIONS
October 17 | 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Please join us virtually for our annual KUDOS events for military affiliated children. KUDOS gives kids an idea of what deployment is all about. Kids age 5-15 will: Receive a T-shirt Have a briefing on their mission Break-out sessions for activities Participate in physical training
PLEASE EMAIL LAAFB Airman & Family Readiness Center 61MSS.FamilySupport@us.af.mil or Call us at (310) 653-5290 for location To register your child, or sign up to be a volunteer, please call (310) 653-5290
SERVICES
Location: Please email AFRC at 61MSS.FamilySupport@us.af.mil or call us at (310) 653-5290 for location.
Casualty Assistance Office
This office provides dignified & compassionate assistance to survivors of deceased active duty and retired Air Force members.
Personal Financial Counselor
Military personnel can call Airman and Family Readiness Center at (505) 231-3491 to discuss financial issues.
Military & Family Life Counselor
Need help with stressful issues? Call (310) 658-2334 for a confidential appointment
WEEKLY MEETINGS
Location: Please email AFRC at 61MSS.FamilySupport@us.af.mil or call us at (310) 653-5290 for location.
Capstone (By appointment only) Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Required for all military that are separating or retiring.
Let us help with financial planning, employment, parenting & marriage enhancement, deployment, K-12 education, special needs support, casualty assistance, and relocation services. Supporting Airmen & their families, civilian employees & retirees.
Non-Network Online Access Computer Lounge @61FSSAFRC
Post-Deployment Reintegration
Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27, 9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Workshop is intended for Service Members returning from deployment. Spouses are encouraged to attend.
Post-Deployment Readiness
Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 & 28, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. This workshop will give you tips on how to prepare yourself and family members while you are deployed.
PROGRAMS
Location: Please email AFRC at 61MSS.FamilySupport@us.af.mil or call us at (310) 653-5290 for location.
Initial Counseling & Pre-Separation Counseling
Monday, October 5, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Are you separating or retiring? Fulfill your initial counseling & pre-separation briefing requirement.
SMC 2.O INTRO Program
Tuesday, October 6, 8 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Newcomers are briefed on the exciting world of the Air Force and the cutting edge technology of SMC 2.0. They will be provided with informational briefings, as well as a base tour, and civilian members will be sworn in. Please be sure to register at the Airman and Family Readiness Center or call (310) 653-5290.
Transition Workshop
October 5-7, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. The three day format covers a broad range of topics from financial planning to job search to a VA benefits briefing. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. This workshop is mandatory for all separating members, highly recommended for retiring military members.
First Officer Duty Station
Thursday, October 8, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Learn budgetary basics, saving tips, and how to survive in this high cost area. This is a mandatory class for all O1 & O2 who are new to Los Angeles AFB. All military and civilians may attend.
Managing Your Move
Thursday, October 15, 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Get good advice on planning your next PCS from the clinic, traffic management and finance.
DOL Employment Track (2 days)
October 26-27, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. This is a great new workshop part of the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). It is a monthly workshop where Transitioning Service Members, Spouses, Retirees and Veterans can build a resume for a civilian or a federal job and learn interview techniques, salary negotiations and labor market information.
STEP 1 Received initial RIP for PCS and enrolled in EFMP, what do I do?
STEP 2 Contact EFMP Medical Coordinator to initiate medical clearance. Who is that? Ms. Devyn Johnson (310) 653-6753
Complete Family Member Travel Screen
Travel not recommended Location: Please email LAAFB Airman & Family Readiness Center 61MSS.FamilySupport@us.af.mil or call us at 310-653-5290 for location.
Virtual Networking for Success and Resume Review Monday, October 12 | 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Create your professional LinkedIn page. Find out what civilians employers are looking for.
Meet more than 20 local employers and learn about career opportunities.
CalVets conducts this workshop to acquaint veterans, spouses and transitioning service members with CA benefits, like education, employment and health care, the afternoon is set up for 1 on 1 appointments.
Get official orders
STEP 3
Contact EFMP Family Support Coordinator to complete DD3054. Who is that?
Leah Goss (310) 653-5536
Travel recommended
Discuss options with EFMP Medical Coordinator
STEP 4
Obtain resources and gaining installation’s EFMP Family Support Coordinator contact information to prepare for PCS.
For more information on EFMP Medical, please contact Devyn Johnson at (310) 653-6753 For more information on EFMP Family Support, please contact Leah Goss at (310) 653-5536
