Reaching out in a new way BY FAMILY & MWR ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS)
Do you know what services are offered at Army Community Service? Did you know ACS stands for Army Community Service? If you don’t know, you are not alone. During the pandemic, ACS realized many people do not know what it is that ACS does for Soldiers and their Families. ACS has discovered that their conventional way of marketing, has not been working as effectively, especially since the shutdown occurred. While the pandemic has been difficult, it has also given the opportunity to do things a little different and reach clients in a refreshed way. If you do know about ACS, you may have noticed more live videos with the staff on social media. The videos provide helpful tips, go on mini tours of some of the attractions in El Paso and offer virtual classes. With all this, people still have not really grasped everything ACS has to offer and the different programs provided. The new MWR ACS podcast, “Getting to Know ACS,” is set to change that. Getting to Know ACS, is a podcast about, well … getting to know us better. The podcast is hosted by Tracy Broomfield, DysTech project manager/analyst, and Jasmine Davis, a Family Advocacy Program administrative assistant. Each week, ACS will highlight a different program and talk about what it offers and how the Fort Bliss community can benefit from using their “free” services. Learn about how financial counselors can get you on the right track to help your money work for you. If you’re new to the area, maybe you just need to borrow a few things from the Lending Closet. Looking for a job? Listen to the Employment Readiness episode to get tips for your résumé. The podcast also gives ACS an opportunity to start a dialog with the Fort Bliss community. It’s gives the community and ACS a chance to talk “directly” about how the program can better serve you, as well as, knowing where it’s excelling and where it needs improvement. Getting to Know ACS is available on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube as well as other podcast platforms. If you want to know more about ACS, check it out. Editor’s Note: Fort Bliss MWR has been working around the clock to give you more information about the different programs, facilities, events offered on post. Follow on Facebook to view the different podcasts, maybe you’ll even see favorites like Chris and Kenny, who love to chat about almost anything. Maybe even catch Michele and Marlo, who love to give away free stuff! Stay updated with Fort Bliss MWR. @blissmwr
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