Army Community Service

YONGSAN Army Community Service

For more information, please call 738-7036. Training is available upon request for SFRG Leaders and Care Team Training for Units.

Army Volunteer Corps Program (AVC)

Services available for Yongsan and K-16. Please contact the AVC Coordinator to schedule an appointment for OPOC training at 738- 7036 or e-mail Shaleena.d.thomasson.civ@mail.mil. Please make sure all of your volunteer hours are updated in VMIS so that we can make sure all of our volunteers get the credit for their outstanding contributions to our Yongsan-Casey and K-16 communities. The link to VMIS is: https://www.myarmyonesource.com/ FamilyProgramsandServices/Volunteering/VMIS/VMIShome.aspx

Army Family Team Building

For more information call Army Volunteer Corps Coordinator Ms. Shaleena Thomasson at 738-7036.

Army Family Action Plan

The Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) is your platform to voice quality-of-life issues, feedback, ideas, and suggestions. It’s the best way to let Army leadership know about what works, what doesn’t, and how you think problems can be resolved. Coffee Talk Tuesdays will be held at K-16 every Tuesday at 0900 to discuss issues and how to improve services for the community. You can submit issues by visiting https://home.army.mil/yongsan/ and submitting an ICE comment under ‘Family’ ‘DFMWR Army Community Service: AFAP. The information you submit gives Army leadership insight and helps foster a satisfied, informed, and resilient Army Community.

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) 738-7505

Education for Professionals: Training for first responders & mandated reporters (Child and Youth Services, Medical, and Law enforcement personnel) and other community agencies on the identification, reporting, and treatment of domestic and child abuse; the referral process; available programs, services, and resources. 6 August, 0900-1100, Virtual Training, “Will I Ever See You Again?” by Guest Speaker Ms. Veraunda Jackson. Join her for a candid training about the importance of creating a safe environment for victims. Please email Yongsan.CaseyFAP@gmail.com or Call ACS

Hours of Operation

Mon-Wed & Fri: 0730-1630 Thu: 1300-1630

Mobilization, Deployment and Stability Support Operations (MD&SSO) Program

Sat, Sun & US Holidays: Closed at 738-7505 to pre-register.

Stress Management:

An interactive session to assist participants to recognize the symptoms, causes, and effects of stress and introduce an array of stress management techniques.

Anger/Conflict Management:

An interactive session to assist participants to recognize the symptoms, causes, and effects of anger and learn an array of anger management/conflict resolution strategies and techniques.

Successful Co- Parenting (After or Before Divorce):

Divorce is a challenging experience for both parents and their children. Many states require parenting courses that helps increase knowledge and resiliency in families that will be experiencing coparenting. This class may meet your state requirements.

Emergency Placement Care Training:

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in your community? Providing a temporary safe home to children at risk of abuse and neglect may be an option for you. Please contact the Family Advocacy Program Manager at 738-7505.

*Group or Individual sessions for other Basic Life Skills are also available upon unit request or individual appointment.

While supplies last, Recordable Storybooks will be available to pick up at ACS Yongsan, K-16 & Casey. The illustrated Recordable Storybook will comfort your little one’s when they miss you the most and can listen to as many times as it takes them to feel you near. For more information on events, classes or unit request call the FAP Manager, Ms. Louise Gonel at 738-7505 or email fapyongsan@gmail. com

Victim Advocacy Program

Required annually training for Soldiers, Senior Leaders, & Commanders IAW AR 608-18, Army Family Advocacy Program. Educates individuals on the dynamics of domestic and child abuse; command policy; community programs, services, resources; the identification, reporting, and referral process.

Please contact DAVA Program at 738-7505 to sign your unit up for required training.

Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Hotline for crisis intervention, safety planning, information and referral for victims. VA provides Restricted & Unrestricted Reporting Options.

24/7 assistance call DSN: 153 or COMM: 0503-364-5997.

During COVID19, the health and safety of our community is our top priority. Weekly playgroup will be determined based on current situations. Please contact ACS at 738-7505 to inquire. Please email Eun.j.kim.civ@mail or call Nurse Kim at 738-7505 for an individual & Group appointment.

Relocation Program

Lending Closet - If you are In/Out-Processing and need essentials like pots and pans, coffee maker and other kitchen items until your HHGs arrive or after your HHGs are picked up, stop by and borrow from our lending closet for up to 30 days. (Extensions granted for extenuating circumstances.) All Cultural Tours have been suspended at this time for the health and safety of the community. We will announce when it is safe to resume.

Financial Readiness Program

One-on-one counseling and group education on personal finance is provided for Soldiers, Family members, and civilians in support of Unit Commanders, First Sergeants, FRGs, and more.

August is full of Financial Readiness observances, classes and activities for us. 1 August is Taxpayer Appreciation Day. This is a great day to review your withholding from your LES. Is it too much, too little? Use the IRS tax withholding estimator as a resource tool: https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator 8 August is National Dollar Day! This month Financial Readiness is partnering with Family Advocacy on a home craft project for your children to celebrate. Come by ACS to pick up a piggy bank for your child to decorate along with a sheet of fun facts about the dollar for your children. Encourage savings at a young age! 14 August is National Financial Awareness Day! Financial Awareness Day is a great time to review where you are now and where you’re going financially. This month Financial Readiness classes on K-16 focus on two major milestones: 10 August from 0930 – 1130: Divorce: This 12 video series by DoD Financial Readiness and checklist “Financial Implications of Divorce” covers: 1. Divorce course overview, 2, Documents, 3. Transition to Financial Planning –Part 1, 4. Budget, 5. Bank Accounts/Bill Paying/ Emergency Funds, 6. Credit, 7. Transition to Financial PlanningPart2, 8. Retirement Planning, 9. Life Insurance, 10. Property/Health/ Disability Insurance, 11. Housing and Vehicles, 12. Recap and Final Wrap Up. To register for this class at K-16 please email the Personal Financial Counselor at PFC.Yongsan.USA@zeiders.com 24 August from 0930 – 1130: Marriage: This class consists of checklist “Marriage in the Army” and handouts from DOD Financial Readiness on: 1. Military Retirement, 2. Education Savings and Benefits, 3. Survivor Benefits Overview, 4. Major Purchases, 5. TRICARE Overview, 6. Understanding Credit, 7. Estate Planning, 8. Paying off Student Loans, 9. Spending Plan Worksheet, 10. Five Rules for Buying a House, 11. My Rating as a Money Manager, 12. Financial Values. To register for this class at K-16 please email the Financial Readiness Program Manager at joanna.martinez-vasquez.civ@mail.mil Developing a Spending Plan: Please contact ACS directly to coordinate a unit class for all First Term Soldiers. *Objective Personal Financial Counseling is available at NO COST from an Accredited Financial Counselor.

Army Emergency Relief (AER) – Soldiers Taking Care of Soldiers

AER provides emergency financial assistance to active duty service members, their families, and retired service members and is located with ACS Financial Readiness. Please contact ACS at 738-7505. If it is after hours, on a weekend or holiday, Emergency Financial Assistance can be obtained from AER through the American Red Cross Call Center 1-877-272-7337 (or from DSN: 94 then 877-272-7337). Financial Readiness Program Manager and AER Officer is available at K-16. Contact ACS at 738-8861or 738-7505 for dates.

Employment Readiness Program

Employment assistance is available by appointment only. Please call 738-7036 or email Shaleena.d.thomasson.civ@mail. mil to schedule an appointment.

Employment Services are limited to: JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE, JOB REFERRALS, RESUME REVIEW.

Useful Employment Assistance and Websites

Federal Government Jobs: www.usajobs.gov

Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP): https://msepjobs. militaryonesource.mil/msep/ AAFES Employment: https://odin.aafes.com/employment/default.asp Civilian Intern Opportunities: http://ncweb.ria.army.mil/dainterns/ default.aspx Korean National Recruitment System (Local nationals only): https:// lr.acpol.army.mil/knrs/selfservice/ Worldwide Medical, Dental & Behavioral Health Careers: https:// www.civilianmedicaljobs.com/ Military One Source: http://www.militaryonesource.mil/ Military Spouse Resources: http://www.military.com/spouse

Military & Family Life Consultant Program

MFLC’s provide short term non-medical, situational, problem-solving counseling services to Service Members and their families. Licensed counselors are available to meet individuals, couples, families or groups, and can meet anywhere on base except in housing. All services are confidential and no records are maintained.

Yongsan MFLC: 010-8461-1356 K-16 MFLC: 010-5909-1003 Camp Casey MFLC: 010-8251-9577