IN THE ZONE, November 2020, USAG Yongsan-Casey Family & MWR Monthly Magazine

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YONGSAN

Army Community Service

Hours of Operation Mon-Wed & Fri: 0730-1630 Thu: 1300-1630 Sat, Sun & US Holidays: Closed

NOVEMBER IS

MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH Mobilization, Deployment and Stability Support Operations (MD&SSO) Program For more information, please call 738-7036. Training is available upon request for SFRG Leaders.

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 7387036 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

NOVEMBER IS

MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH Keep a look out on our #ACSYongsan Facebook Page to find out what special appreciation events we will be hosting for our volunteer service members and family members. Always remember that everyone plays an integral part in our community and the success of the mission!

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. K16 Spouse Coffee Talk and Couponing Social will be held on 3 November at 1000.

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. 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 co-parenting. 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. 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

Yongsan Community Coffee Talk will be held on Thursday 5 November at 1000. Follow us on Facebook #YongsanACS. 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.

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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


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