Joint Base Journal Vol. 4, No. 40
October 18, 2013
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CNO updates Navy spouses on budget impacts BY CHIEF MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST JULIANNE METZGER OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS
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Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert spoke to a group of Navy spouses at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Oct. 7. Among the topics Greenert discussed were government furloughs and possible changes to military retirement structures.
Retiree Day coming Oct. 26 Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) will host a Retiree Appreciation Day Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Bolling Club. It’s open to all military retirees and their families. This year’s event will include keynote speaker Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry O. Spencer. Also on hand will be Maj. Gen. Sharon Dunbar, Air Force District of Washington commander; Col. William Knight, 11th Wing commander; and Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra, JBAB commander. Air Force Col. (Ret) John Moser, director of the JBAB’s Retiree Activities Office, said a health fair will be provided by the 79th Medical Wing. It will open the program at 7 a.m. and include flu shots. Ballroom presentations begin at 9:15 a.m. and contain updates on retiree issues involving casualty assistance, legal services, Capitol Hill and Tricare. “We are extremely grateful for Gen. Spencer’s acceptance of our invitation, in addition to all our other guests,” Moser said. “We’re hoping for another solid turnout this year.” A buffet lunch will be available at the Bolling Club. Special sales will be offered at the base commissary and exchange stories leading up to Retiree Day. For more information, call the JBAB Retiree Activities Office at 202-767-5244.
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WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert spoke to 150 military spouses during the Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club (NOSC) Welcome Coffee at the Bolling Club at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Oct. 7. The annual NOSC event welcomes new members and spouses who have recently moved to the Washington area. This year the NOSC welcomed several spouses of foreign attaches from Canada, France, Mexico, Sweden and the United Kingdom, among other nations. “Adm. Greenert, along with his wife Darleen, have been incredible supporters of the Naval
Officers Spouse’s Club of DC and we are pleased they could join us today.” said Corey Chernesky, president of the NOSC DC. “I need to talk to people who can get stuff done,” Greenert said. “This organization always steps up and takes care of things. No matter what the situation, the spouse’s club pulls together to communicate between families and commands.” Greenert took the opportunity to talk budget impacts on readiness and family programs, as well as take questions from attendees. Topping the list of issues discussed was the return of many DoD civilian employees brought back to work after a decision made by the Secretary of Defense, based on the Pay Our Military Act. Greenert described the process in which some civilians were brought back and others were still furloughed. “Navy civilians
are critical to the Navy mission,” Greenert said. “The military can’t do what they do without our military civilians.” Greenert went on to discuss other effects of the government shutdown, as well as sequestration if imposed during fiscal year 2014. Despite budget cuts, Greenert emphasized that service members that are deployed and getting ready to deploy, will have fuel, parts and pay. “In FY14, tuition assistance, compensation, pay, entitlements, retirement process stays as it is now,” he said. Greenert also stressed that the G.I. Bill is safe because it is a separate law that is not affected by Department of Defense (DOD) funding, or lack thereof. “Generally speaking it doesn’t
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Washington Navy Yard Recovery Task Force established BY SECRETARY OF THE NAVY PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus announced Oct. 10 the establishment of the Washington Navy Yard Recovery Task Force. Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment (EI&E) Dennis McGinn will lead the task force. Vice Adm. William D. French, commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), is designated the Task Force deputy commander. “We will continue to care for our Navy family impacted by this tragedy, and ensure those commands are able to continue doing their job,” Mabus said. “This task force will serve as the single point of contact for all departmental actions and activities focused on their recovery.” Specifically, the task force will develop a comprehensive infrastructure restoration plan while
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Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus delivers remarks during a memorial service at the Marine Barracks for the victims of the Washington Navy Yard shooting. ensuring the proper coordination of physical and behavioral health care needs of all individuals affected by the tragedy, the recovery of personal effects from the crime scene, and temporary
spaces for displaced commands. Washington Navy Yard Recovery Task Force assumes the responsibility of actions assigned to the Emergency Family Support Task Force established, Sept. 16.
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DOD, Redskins battle childhood obesity BY TECH SGT. BRIAN FERGUSON JOINT BASE ANDREWS PUBLIC AFFAIRS
JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. (AFNS) -- NFL Play 60 and the Washington Redskins visited Joint Base Andrews (JBA) Sept. 24, with the “Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge,” teaching more than 230 military kids from the National Capital Region the importance of a healthy lifestyle. NFL Play 60 is the National Football League’s campaign to encourage kids to be active for 60 minutes a day in order to help reverse the trend of childhood obesity. Redskins’ players Robert Griffin III, Alfred Morris, Joshua Morgan, Adam Gettis, Niles Paul, Josh Wilson, Darrel Young and many others attended the event and helped the kids get active. “I think it’s great that the Redskins are out here because they are athletes that these kids look up to and when they come out here and encourage them to do it,
Children sound-off in support of their trainer, Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, during the Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge Sept. 24 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the event Redskins players and celebrity trainers lead the children through stations that included passing drills, agility ladders, 40-yard dash and a lesson on healthy eating habits. it really supplements the message that mom and dad are giving back home,” said Col. William Knight, the 11th Wing commander. “We are very grateful to have the Redskins out here encouraging our kids to do some of the things we are teaching them to do at home.”
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Washington Redskins running back Alford Morris high-fives children as he is introduced during the Salute to Play 60 Military Challenge. lls, agility ladders, 40-yard dash and a lesson on health eating habits. During the opening ceremo-
nies, Robert Griffin III, the Redskins’ quarterback, spoke to the crowd about his life experiences. “My mom and dad were both in the military, so I was a military brat growing up,” Griffin said. “I was once sitting where you guys are,
going to camps and events, even though Play 60 wasn’t around. We are proud to be out here and we are going to get that win against Oakland.” Stations were set up for the
event at the turf field on JBA, and children were assigned to “celebrity trainers.” For 60 minutes, train-
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New Defense Health Agency to streamline functions BY DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY PUBLIC AFFAIRS
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) -- The government shutdown did not stop the official opening Oct. 1 of the Defense Health Agency, a major streamlining effort of military medicine that has been in the works for three decades and signed into law earlier this year. “This day has been a long time in coming, and represents a major milestone in the history of the department and in military medicine,” Dr. Jonathan Woodson, the assistant secretary of defense for health affairs, wrote in a message to staff. Air Force Lt. Gen. Douglas Robb heads the new agency, which is to streamline health care among the Army, Navy and Air Force medical departments. The agency is charged with creating common business and clinical practices for the services and integrating functions that each has done separately, such as purchasing medical supplies and equipment. In a message to staff, Robb acknowledged the budget challenges and government shutdown that coincided with the first day of operations for the DHA, saying, “How we deal with and overcome these challenges will be the true test of our character and our strength.” The military health system provides medical care on the battlefield as well as to service members, their families and military retirees at home. It is one of the largest health care systems in the world with 56 hospitals, hundreds of clinics and 160,000 employees. Some 2,500 babies are born each week into the system, which has
an annual budget exceeding $50 billion. Like in the civilian sector, military health care costs have increased faster than inflation. Military health costs have more than doubled in the past decade, increasing from $19 billion in fiscal 2001 to $51 billion in fiscal 2013. The category now accounts for more than 10 percent of the department’s budget. That figure is expected to grow, with the cost reaching $77 billion by 2022, according to officials with the Congressional Budget Office.
Integrating care and improving service
Allen Middleton, the acting deputy director of the Defense Health Agency, said the agency reflects a recognition by everyone in the department for the need for military health care to be more integrated and efficient. “We think there’s a huge opportunity here for us to improve readiness, individual health and sustain quality, while also saving money,” he said. “We do a lot of things in common across our system, and the agency is going to help us to bring various services together and deliver services in a more consistent way. We have had different organizations managing health IT; multiple organizations setting and overseeing pharmacy programs; and the list goes on.” To start, the Defense Health Agency is establishing a shared services model for managing and overseeing the operational work for health information technology, medical logistics, pharmacy operations and facilities planning for the services. In addition, the agency will
manage the TRICARE health plan for the military’s 9.6 million beneficiaries. TRICARE Management Activity’s 800 workers are now part of DHA. Approximately 500 Army, Navy and Air Force staff, mostly IT professionals, have also moved to the new agency. Defense health officials estimate the savings from these shared services will total at least $3.4 billion in the agency’s first five years. They plan to submit their final report to Congress on implementation objectives, milestones and estimated cost savings later this month. By Oct. 1, 2015, the agency is to be fully operational, and will also incorporate management and oversight of additional shared services, to include contracting, medical education and training, public health, resource management, and medical research and development. New shared services may be added over time, Middleton said. Creating the DHA is just one of a list of things that Defense officials are doing to try to both improve the readiness of the force and slow the growth in military health costs. “It will, hopefully, bend the curve a little bit,” Middleton said. While the reorganization is a big change for the overall MHS and the three service medical departments, officials believe that the near-term effect for beneficiaries will be minimal, and that -- over time -- it will be even easier for them to be seen at military treatment facilities, and more convenient to use online services.
The path toward activation
The idea of creating a single, unified military medical agency or command has been the subject of
debate since World War II. Launching the new agency represents the biggest change in the military health system in more than 60 years. “The Army still has its medical command. The Navy has its structure. And the Air Force still has its structure,” Middleton said. “Those are unique missions that each of them has. And those unique mission requirements need to be preserved at all costs. All we’ve done is say, ‘Let’s bring some things together in a joint way.’ This is as far as we’ve ever come in doing any of this.” Defense officials took another look at how to best organize military medicine several years ago. One big influence was seeing Army, Navy and Air Force medical personnel work more closely together in Iraq and Afghanistan. “If you went to a contingency hospital overseas, you might have a Navy nurse anesthetist, an Army surgeon and an Air Force med tech all working on you,” Middleton said. “Nobody knows the difference. Our medical fight in theater is a joint operation.” Then-Deputy Secretary of Defense William Lynn appointed a task force on military health system governance in 2011 to study how things might be reorganized. The task force reviewed different options and endorsed the creation of the agency. Another of the task force’s recommendations that the deputy secretary subsequently directed was to name market leaders to create a unified business plan for each of their respective six multi-service markets - geographic areas where more than one branch of the military operates medical facilities. These multiservice markets
are: the National Capital Region in Washington, D.C.; the Tidewater region of Virginia; Colorado Springs, Colo.; San Antonio, Texas; Puget Sound, Wash.; and Honolulu, Hawaii. The new National Capital Region Multiservice Market is part of the DHA and replaces Joint Task Force National Capital Region Medical Command in Washington. These enhanced markets, as they are known, provide nearly half of all inpatient care delivered in military hospitals, encompass 40 percent of all TRICARE Prime beneficiaries enrolled to a military clinic, and serve as the primary medical training platforms for military medical staff. These leaders, known as multiservice market managers, also have the authority to move medical personnel in a market in order to improve access to care, and keep their medical staffs fully utilized. The goal is to provide as much care as possible within military medical facilities and reduce care sent to the private sector - a step that both improves continuity of care and reduces costs. The military treatment facilities are “where we really want to see the patients,” Middleton said. “We think it’s high-quality by all standards and it’s important for clinicians to see many patients to maintain their skills.” The DHA will provide the managers of the multiservice markets with the data and analysis they need to make good medical and business decisions, Middleton said. “Everything we do is designed to enhance the readiness of the force -- the medical force, as well as the fighting force,” he said.
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Air Force Strings impress Vice President Biden, guests BY MASTER SGT. CLEVELAND CHANDLER AND MASTER SGT. JAKE MCCRAY U.S. AIR FORCE BAND
WASHINGTON -- The Air Force Strings recently performed at three events this month for Vice President Joe Biden at his residence upon the grounds of the U.S. Naval Observatory. The events included receptions for the Department of Labor, the Jewish Community for Sukhot, and a celebration of the anniversary of the passage of the Violence Against Women Act. Performing for senators, congressmen, and other distinguished guests, Tech. Sgt. Luke Wedge led the Strings in programs lasting an hour and a half. In a departure from normal procedures, the Strings sent smaller strolling groups to each event to allow for greater flexibility and maneuverability, both Members of the Air Force Strings with Vice President and Mrs. Joe Biden. outside and inside the residence. In addition to violins and violas, (bassist) and Wedge performed leading to the front entrance, the Strings performed backMaster Sgt. Frank Busso (accor- at all three events. dionist), Tech. Sgt. Daniel Benoit Neatly aligned along the path ground music for the arrival
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cost a lot of money to fund family readiness programs,” Greenert said when asked about the status of family programs. “The payback is pretty big, if ever people needed services like counseling, it’s now. I don’t look to the family readiness programs to save money.” Greenert did point out that entitlements, such as the future of commissary operations and retirement structures are being examined by congressional panels. However, changes to the retirement system would not affect Sailors serving now, he said. “No matter how the panel runs the numbers, they have to examine how much money these changes would really save,” Greenert said. “You’ve got to survey the people who are just starting out and those who are in the military now and see what they say about it.” When asked about manning and promotions, Greenert pointed out that the
Navy mans equipment different than how the other services equip their manning. He said the Navy must align its overall manning to the number of ships in the fleet rather than building ships to the number of Sailors. “We have to keep personnel at a certain level. We’ve been struggling to get the manning at the proper levels in the right specialties, but now we are a balanced force.” Greenert said. “Promotions will continue at pace.” He went on to say that no force shaping programs are planned. When asked about future deployment lengths in the light of the Asia-Pacific rebalance, Greenert said the result should be positive for Sailors and their families. He also went on to emphasize Sailors and Families are capable of handling deployments well, as long as the deployments are predictable. “In the end what will make the difference will be the Sailors, the Sailor’s spouses, and spouse clubs like yourself. We’ll pull through this, we’ll do it the best we can, and we’ll show them what we’ve got,” Greenert said.
of the distinguished guests for 30 minutes. Once the speeches were completed, the Strings per-
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formed inside the residence during receptions for approximately an hour. The social staff and guests were very impressed with the Strings’ vast repertoire of memorized music for the evenings, consisting of more than 40 strolling tunes. In addition, the staff appreciated that the setup and space requirements were very minimal. For the Band’s Airmen musicians, it is always very special to have the opportunity to share their craft with an appreciative audience. However, it is even more of a treat to perform for one of the Band’s highest priority customers, the vice president of the United States and his guests. Performing for our nation’s highest military and civilian dignitaries is one of the duties performed day in and day out by the Band’s Airmen musicians, and they are honored to do so.
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NDW launches No Sailor Left Behind mentorship program BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS PEDRO A. RODRIGUEZ NAVAL DISTRICT WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Naval District Washington (NDW) is challenging all motivated senior Sailors to participate in the “No Sailor Left Behind” program led by The National First Class Association Baltimore-Washington District (NFCABWD) and the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSAAD), NDW Chapter, Oct. 2. The program is an opportunity for area First and Second Class Petty Officers to share their knowledge and experience with the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard
Sailors. In the mentorship process, petty officers who work in joint commands get an opportunity to interface with junior Sailors and keep their leadership skills sharp. “This program will help our Sailors because they can identify with the mentors who graciously volunteered. We do not have much depth on the bench here at the Ceremonial Guard in terms of staff leadership and rate diversity,” said Ceremonial Guard Command Master Chief David L. Anderson. “We train, mentor, lead, and perform our missions with 200-370 Guardsmen with oftentimes fewer than 20 officer and enlisted fleet returnee staff members.” The “No Sailor Left Behind” concept means that whether the
Sailor decides to make a full 20 year naval career or just serve one enlistment, all members will have an opportunity to benefit from the program. “We currently have 236 proteges from the Ceremonial Guard and 38 mentors who came out in support of this program,” said Logistic Specialist 1st Class Donna Massie, a 14 year veteran assigned to the Washington Planning Center. “As soon as this program is up running our intentions are to expand our program across the region.” Even though the Navy already has an implemented mentorship program, due to the low senior-tojunior personnel ratio, both Naval District Washington and U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Command
Master Chiefs had to come up with a solution to compensate and find the resources to present to their Ceremonial Guard junior personnel. That was when the NFCABWD stepped up and recruited other senior members from commands around the area. Participation in the No Sailor Left Behind program is voluntary and Sailors from all the Naval District Washington installations are encouraged to participate. “Mentorship is the cornerstone to a successful career path, it enables leadership growth and professional development of our junior sailors,” said Massie. Navy senior leadership has an interest in senior enlisted mentorship of junior personnel, which provides a close yet professional
environment in which new Sailors can learn to be future leaders of the fleet. “Our job as leaders is to ensure our sailors are equipped with the tools they need to succeed and excel in their naval career, as well as their personal life creating a more informed Navy,” said Massie. “The mentor enables the protege to grow to their full potential by sharing their experience, knowledge, and encouraging good decisions. Mentoring is a joint venture and this type of professional relationship is very beneficial to both the mentor and protegee. Having a person with good insight who can help through “fork in the road” or “what should I do?” situations is invaluable in today’s Navy.”
Sailors, Marines encouraged to make a difference with new sexual assault survey BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS PEGGY TRUJILLO DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY - NAVY
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Sexual Assault Prevention and Response is an important element of the readiness area of the 21st Century Sailor and Marine initiative, which consolidates a set of objectives and policies to maximize Sailor and Marine personal readiness.
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WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Secretary of the Navy has announced a new Department of the Navy sexual assault survey for 2013, which started Oct. 15, and can be taken online via any device that can access the internet. The Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (DoN SAPRO), which answers directly to Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, created the survey to assess the Department’s progress, and learn what more Sailors and Marines think should be done to fight sexual assault. “We can’t help them if we don’t know what the issues are, and we don’t know if our training is working,” said Jill Loftus, director of DoN SAPRO. “If they think our training is horrible, then we’d like to know that, so that we can switch gears. We’d also like to know if they think that it is worthwhile and if they’re learning stuff because then we can continue in that vein..” From previous surveys, DoN SAPRO has learned that the majority of sexual assaults in the Navy and Marine Corps happen to 18 - 24 year-olds in social settings
involving alcohol, and that the assaults usually occur at A-schools right after boot camp, or at the first duty station. “We’ve used that information to set up pilot programs,” Loftus said. “Our Great Lakes experiment that we’ve been very successful with came from information we learned from our surveys.” The experiment targeted Training Support Center Great Lakes, mainly the Sailors who have recently graduated boot camp. The program brought together the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS), local hotels, commanding officers, and others to put an end to the risky situations Sailors may encounter. The program also incorporated bystander intervention training, “No Zebras, No Excuses” training, Sex Signals training, a large group presentation on sexual assault and two small-group presentations with discussion groups. Referring to Great Lakes, Loftus said, “Using anonymous surveys, we have seen a 60 percent reduction in sexual assaults over the past 34 months.” This year’s survey incorporates questions from previous surveys, Department of Defense surveys and academic surveys. Pulling
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from the surveys and lessons learned, DoN SAPRO made the survey more concise to pinpoint the information they’re trying to find, while taking less time from Sailors and Marines. “The 10-minute survey that’s online focuses directly on the issues surrounding sexual assault, and addresses issues such as perceptions, attitudes of Sailors and Marines about the issue of sexual assault,” said Cmdr. David McKay, a research psychologist at DoN SAPRO. “We’re also interested in understanding reporting behaviors and attitudes about reporting. “Sexual assault is one of the top priorities of the Secretary, and should be a top priority for all Sailors and Marines, to try to figure out how to combat sexual assault. The survey is important because it does a couple things. One, it helps us gauge progress on the different interventions we’re implementing. Secondly, it provides an opportunity for Sailors and Marines to speak directly to the Secretary about their experiences about sexual assault.” The 21st Century Sailor and Marine Office (N-17) lists combating sexual assault as one of its
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A job well done!
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Caches were hidden around base as part of Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling’s (JBAB) first ever geocaching adventure. BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON – Something fun and out of the ordinary took place on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) over the Columbus Day weekend. From Oct. 11-14, several residents participated in a geocaching adventure that saw them brave the rain and search for hidden caches set up around base. Dawn Sykulla, marketing director for JBAB’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), introduced the concept as a way to further promote the new MWR ABSalute Smartphone App, which launched this past summer and has already garnered nearly 1,200 users. Sykulla recalls a “geocaching craze” while living in Heidelberg, Germany and she figured she would give it a try on JBAB. “There’s no cost to participate, no set time and it can be done at your own leisure,” Sykulla said. “It’s growing in popularity be-
cause it’s fun and geocaching can be done either individually or as part of a team.” Three separate caches were hidden around base and their coordinates posted to the Smartphone App. All that’s left is to put those coordinates in one’s global positioning system (GPS) and the adventure is on, Sykulla said. The first to find all three caches would win tickets to the Medieval Times in Hanover, Md. Suzette Mackenzie, a military spouse and member of the Air Force Officers’ Wives Club, participated in the geocaching adventure along with her 9-year old son, Spencer. Together, they came out on top and enjoyed every minute of it. “It was so much fun. It was just like a treasure hunt for us. It was exciting,” Mackenzie said. “We did something like this before when we were living in Connecticut, but this is the first time we’ve ever won anything. Our next adventure is to figure out how to get to Medieval Times.”
Help during troubled times exists DOD Civilian personnel:
The Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA) is the only non-profit organization devoted solely to helping civilian federal and postal employees. FEEA’s emergency loans help employees who fall behind on basic living expenses (mortgage/ rent or utilities) due to unforeseen emergencies such as leave without pay, government pay error, death or illness in the family. The current loan limit is $1,000. Feds helping Feds! www.feea.org
Air Force members:
Air Force Aid Society emergency assistance is available to Airmen and their eligible family members to meet immediate needs in an emergency situation. The Society provides interest free loans and grants based on the individual situation for needs. www.afas.org/EA
Navy-Marine Corps-Coast Guard members:
The Mission of the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is to provide (in partnership with the Navy and Marine Corps) financial,
educational, and other assistance to military members of the naval service; eligible family members and survivors when in need? With approximately 250 offices ashore and afloat throughout the world, the Society’s work is accomplished mainly by its 3,500 dedicated, trained and caring volunteers who are supported by a small cadre of employees. NMCRS: Your First Resource! www.nmcrs. org
Army members:
Army Emergency Relief (AER) is a private nonprofit organization incorporated in 1942 by the Secretary of War and the Army Chief of Staff. AER’s sole mission is to help soldiers and their dependents and is the Army’s emergency financial assistance organization dedicated to “Helping the Army Take Care of Its Own.” AER funds are made available to commanders having AER Sections, to provide emergency financial assistance to soldiers - active & retired - and their dependents when there is a valid need. AER funds made available to commanders are not limited and are constrained only by the requirement of valid need. www.aerhq.org
Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) Commander Navy Capt. Anthony T. Calandra presents a certificate to members of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard in recognition of their volunteer efforts during the Navy/Air Force Half Marathon and Navy 5-Miler. Water stops along the route were in competition with one another for enthusiasm and service. Runners voted the Navy Ceremonial Guard’s water stop as the runaway winner.
JBAB Events JBAB Express Gas Station The gas station will be closed Monday, Oct. 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. for testing. For more information, contact jbab_ev_mailbox@navy.mil.
Free Flu Shots JBAB Clinic - Mon, Wed, Fri (7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) and (1:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.) Flu shots are mandatory for military; optional for civilians and dependents
Volunteers needed To help assemble 200 bookshelves at Leckie Elementary School on Oct. 25 - 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. To register or for more information, contact: joseph. cirone@navy.mil
Save energy; Save money - Turn lights off when leaving the room/area. - Unplug phone chargers, fans, coffeemakers, printers and radios when not in use.
Don’t Fall into Safety - Embrace It! During periods of darkness and limited visibility - drivers watch for pedes-
trians, bikers and runners who may not use crosswalks. During periods of darkness and limited visibility - pedestrians, bikers and runners watch for drivers who may not see you. During periods of darkness and limited visibility - bikers and runners are highly encouraged to wear reflective gear to alert Drivers. Crosswalks are for your safety please use them. Upcoming Motorcycle Safety Courses Basic Motorcycle Safety Course - Oct. 28-29 - Register at navymotorcyclerider. com Advanced Motorcycle Safety Course Oct. 31 - Register at navymotorcyclerider.com
Domestic violence ravages families and destroys communities It accounts for approximately onethird of all crime victimizations. Domestic violence hurts everyone. For help, contact or visit JBAB’s Military and Family Support Center or call: 1-800799-SAFE
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Top Navy officer talks shutdown, heritage at all-hands call BY AMAANI LYLE AMERICAN FORCES PRESS SERVICE
FORT MEADE, Md., Oct. 8, 2013 – In celebration of the Navy’s birthday, Chief of Naval Operations Navy Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert recently discussed the government shutdown and the service’s heritage before answering questions by phone and social media during a worldwide, allhands call at Defense Media Activity on Fort Meade, Md. The admiral acknowledged the gravity of the shutdown, particularly for the Defense Department civilians who were furloughed Oct. 1 when the new fiscal year began without government funding. More than half of those DOD civilians since have been recalled to work, and active military personnel have remained on the job throughout the government shutdown. “It’s a regrettable situation, but
like all sailors throughout our heritage, we are what we are, and we make do with the best we can do,” Greenert said. “Those folks that are out there getting it done today, they have what they need. They’re on station. … They [manage] to do what matters when they’re called upon.” The U.S. Navy traces its origins to the Continental Navy, which the Continental Congress established Oct. 13, 1775. Greenert also observed the 200th commemoration of the Battle of Lake Erie, which was fought Sept. 10, 1813, off the lake’s Ohio coast. Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry and his crews “turned the tide” in the War of 1812, with their seminal involvement in nine battles that led to and followed the Battle of Lake Erie, Greenert said. “It was through their innovation, their perseverance and their skill [as] confident and proficient sailors [that they] defeated the
British in that particular big naval battle,” he said. “They had a bold and confident leader in Perry.” Greenert noted that the sailors of that time were not much different from those who serve today. “They had a force that was dedicated, that was innovative, that changed when they needed to,” the admiral said. Greenert also noted that July 1 marked the 40th anniversary of the all-volunteer force. “That’s our asymmetric advantage: … those of you that are willing to step up to get done what needs to get done.” But even amid the current challenges the service is facing, Greenert said, those next to deploy will have the Navy’s support to get what they need. And he reminded his worldwide audience of sailors to keep the furloughed civilians in mind. “Don’t forget your civilian shipmates out there as we’re out and about,” he said.
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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Jonathan Greenert and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Michael D. Stevens hold a world-wide all-hands call at Defense Media Activity at Fort George G. Meade, Md.
Communication key in protecting security clearance during financial hardships BY STAFF SGT. DAVID SALANITRI AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS AGENCY
WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- As the government shutdown continues, Air Force leadership wants their civilian workforce to communicate well and often as possible financial challenges arise -- something that could impact one’s security clearance. With such a large number of civilians possessing security clearances, including many workers in the space and cyber theaters, leaders want the civilian force to know the steps to take if financial hardships are incurred during the current furloughs. “If you find yourself in a situ-
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main priorities. Rear Adm. Sean S. Buck, the director of N-17, spends time with Sailors to get feedback. “When I visit with Sailors, I am constantly asked - ‘what else can I do to make a difference?’ Besides looking out for your shipmates and actively intervening when necessary, surveys like this are your chance to do something, to make your voice heard,” Buck said. Although the survey is a chance for Sailors and Marines to be heard, it is completely anonymous. No one will get a reminder to complete the survey because no one is tracking the individuals who take the survey.
ation where financial problems or significant debt are a concern to you, it is best to let the chain of command know early and enable them to help you work through the problem,” said Maj. Neil Whelden, Security and Special Programs oversight officer. If a financial issue is caught early, Air Force teammates are in place to help, Whelden said. According to The White House’s Information Security Oversight Office, there are conditions that could mitigate security concerns. Those include “…conditions that resulted in the financial problem were largely beyond the person’s control (e.g. loss of employment, a business downturn,
unexpected medical emergency, or a death, divorce or separation), and the individual acted responsibly under the circumstances,” according to the memorandum titled Adjudicative Guidelines. “The individual has a reasonable basis to dispute the legitimacy of the past-due debt which is the cause of the problem and provides documented proof to substantiate the basis of the dispute or provides evidence of actions to resolve the issue.” Air Force officials offer the following tips to mitigate short and long-term strain. Their recommendations are: – Work with creditors to maintain debt in a responsible manner – Keep documentation of fi-
“We won’t know if you haven’t filled out the survey,” Loftus said. “There’s no fingerprint. There’s no electronic tag to our survey. It can be taken from a smart phone; it can be taken from a tablet; it can be taken at the Apple store; it can be taken at your desktop or at home. We have no idea who you are and so you won’t get that email reminding you to take it.” Loftus said that some of the initiatives that Mabus has instituted, based on previous survey results, included doubling the number of sexual assault investigators at NCIS, increasing the number of sexual assault response coordinators, 66 full-time victim advocates that are civilians trained as counselors, who will help victim support. The JAG is also instituting a victim’s legal counsel who will
help victims through the process and the Navy is deploying civilian resiliency counselors, who are also certified SARCs, on every big deck. “I think that the Navy and the Marine Corps are really spending the resources and putting the attention on prevention, victim care and support,” said Loftus. “We think that if Sailors and Marines are honest and forthright in taking this survey, and we get enough of them, that we’ll be able to show the nation and other service people that we’re really taking this seriously, that we care, and that we don’t want victims. We want to prevent sexual assault. This is a way for every member of the service to help us do that.” The survey is available at www. donsapro.navy.mil/donsas.html.
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nancial situations and communications with creditors – Keep the local security office informed of any emerging financial problems Proactive communication between members and financial institutions is key to ensuring significant debt does not pile up, which could hurt a security clearance, according to Whelden. “Personnel should reach out to banks and creditors to renegotiate debt terms or mitigate debt impact,” he said. “Many banks are willing to change terms and defer payments for furloughed employees.” In addition to the suggestions above, there are several issues that should be reported to the unit’s
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ers put the kids through drills and exercises include agility ladders, relay races, throwing/catching and a timed 40-yard dash. “I play football and baseball so that keeps me active, and I eat well,” said Andrew Marcos, 13, from Farquhar Middle School. “My dad works on base and when he told me all the Redskins’ players were going to be here I said ‘I am going to that.’ I like how we are out here with the players and everything. It’s fun.” For motivation, kids can track their daily activity for four weeks. Children with the highest involvement will be honored for their participation during a 2013 Redskins home game. Griffin’s mom, Jackie, also attended the event and said that it meant a lot for her to give back to military family because the military afforded her husband and children a lot of benefits that other children are not afforded..
security officer. They include: – Bankruptcy or required credit counseling – Inability to pay federal, state or other taxes – Delinquency on alimony or child support – Judgment for failure to meet financial obligations – Liens placed against the holder – Delinquency on a federal debt – Repossessions of property – Suspension of accounts, charge offs or cancellation for failure to pay – Evictions – Garnished wages – More than 120 days delinquent on any debt
“It means a lot because it lets the other military kids know that they have the same opportunities that my son was afforded,” Mrs. Griffin said. “I would tell kids here to stay focused and utilize all the resources that are afforded to them as military kids, and to understand that the sky is the limit. It happened for my son and it could happen for them.” Wide receiver Josh Morgan was born and raised in Washington D.C. and now plays for the Redskins. He said he wants to give back to the community all he can. “What good would it do for me to get out of my situation and now not give anything back to the community?” he said. “That’s why I make it my business to always be out here with the kids. Kids are carefree and always have a good time. They make you really appreciate the little things in life.” To date, the NFL has dedicated over $200 million to youth health and wellness through NFL Play 60.
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Service dogs aid with comfort at Washington Navy Yard BY PATRICK GORDON NAVAL DISTRICT WASHINGTON PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- In the aftermath of the Washington Navy Yard (WNY) shootings Sept. 16, many organizations have stepped up to give comfort and support to personnel. The Red Cross, Emergency Family Assistance Center and chaplains have all provided their assistance to counsel and help those who need it. Help is also being provided by a cadre of four-legged emergency workers, as well. Since Sept. 18, volunteers and their dogs from the Hope Animal-Assisted Crisis Response (HOPE AACR) have been offering WNY personnel the opportunity to meet, pet and play with friendly dogs. HOPE AACR is an all-volunteer, national nonprofit organization that provides comfort and encouragement through animal-assisted support to individuals affected by crisis and disaster. Teams consist of a handler and their dog, both trained to respond to intense emotional and environmental situations. “HOPE comfort dogs provide a specialized skill set during recovery that is unique and very simple to explain - they provide an unqualified and appropriate opportunity to smile,” said Amy Rideout, a member of HOPE AACR’s board of directors. “So much of what we do and say during the recovery process is about significant loss and the serious business of getting the organization back to mission-ready status. The presence of a comfort dog provides an opportunity to unplug from all that and take a deep breath. These simple interactions show the survivors and emergency response personnel that they have support and that someone cares - this enables us to build hope and resilience.” The comfort dogs that perform these services train for predictable situations that the dogs may encounter, such as therapy visits at hospitals and nursing homes, as well as more unpredictable situations, such as evacuation centers and disaster sites where sounds, smells, and actions may provide a more hectic and stressful surrounding. “The thing that makes us different is that we train above and beyond for certain situations,” said Janet Velenovsky, HOPE AACR Eastern U.S. regional director. “Our dogs are required to go through about a year’s worth of work at the local level. Then, if they meet certain requirements regarding aptitude and personality, they go through a three-day certification
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Brinkley, a golden retriever with Hope Animal-Assisted Crisis Response (HOPE AACR), is petted at a prayer service in Admiral Leutze Park for the victims of the Washington Navy Yard (WNY) shootings. HOPE AACR volunteers from around the country have been spending time with personnel providing comfort and encouragement through animal-assisted support. workshop where they receive comprehensive training in animal-assisted crisis response.” The animal-assisted crisis response training is for both the dog and its owner, and includes crisis communication skills, stress management, crisis response protocols, canine behavior and welfare, and field training with emergency responders. In addition, crisis response teams desensitize their dogs to common stimuli they may encounter at an emergency scene. This ensures the dogs will stay calm and attentive during high-stress situations. “In our certification process, we work with mental health professionals as well as dog training and management professionals,” said Ned Polan, HOPE AACR volunteer. “In addition, the people skills that we learn in the certification course are very crisis-specific. We learn what to say and what not to say, and how to interact with people who are going through a crisis situ-
ation. Most of the time, it’s just listening.” Polan explained that he and his golden retriever, Brinkley, went through an active fire station as part of their certification process as well as an airport. “At the fire department they made all kinds of noises, they had saws that they ran, the firefighters were wearing all of their gear with all the smokey smells, they were banging hammers, running sirens all the things you could expect during an emergency,” Polan said. “We also went to Bradley Airport in Connecticut and went through the screening process and got on a plane to get used to all of that.” Shortly after the WNY shootings, HOPE AACR volunteers from around the country began wondering how they could help. Rideout immediately contacted support services in Naval District Washington (NDW) to see how and where they could do the most good. “HOPE was able to support the WNY
response because Robert Klebahn, NDW regional Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) manager, was able to recognize the value that HOPE Teams can provide and the professionalism with which we serve,” Rideout said. “I contacted him as soon as I understood the scale of what had happened at the Navy Yard. He quickly put me in contact with someone on the SPRINT [Special Psychiatric Rapid Intervention Team], and I was on deck in two hours to support their efforts.” Since their arrival, the dogs have been a welcome sight for many around WNY and have left a lasting impact on those they’ve met. “I think they’re wonderful; I can say personally that dog I petted put a smile on my face,” said Lori Knell, program analyst with Commander, Navy Installations Command housing. “It’s such a great thing that they do, and such a morale booster. I wish they were here all the time.”
Continuing family support through government shutdown DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE FOR MILITARY COMMUNITY AND FAMILY POLICY WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Our service members, their families and survivors have responded brilliantly to all that’s been asked of them, especially since the start of combat operations well over 10 years ago. They have and deserve our respect and support for continuing to serve honorably despite the many challenges associated with the vibrant military lifestyle.
Unfortunately, as we all are now aware, another one of those challenges that all of us will have to contend with is the government shutdown. The government shutdown is affecting quality of life, family support, and child and youth programs that service members and families value. The purpose of this blog post is to provide guidance as to what to expect regarding the operating status of these programs while the government is shut down: * Military OneSource: The Military One-
Source website and call center will remain fully operational. Military OneSource is a Defense-wide program that promotes the quality of life of service members and their families by delivering information, referrals, confidential counseling and other services in-person, online and by telephone. The service is available worldwide 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at no cost to the user and regardless of the service member’s activation status. Visit their website or call 800-342-9647. * Child Development Centers (CDCs):
Contact your local CDC/installation for details/guidance. * Department of Defense Education Activity (DODEA): Schools will remain open. * The Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) program: Will continue uninterrupted. The MFLCs will perform routine functions. If an MFLC is unable to access the installation during a shutdown, they will work offsite until they are able to ac-
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come, first served. Please call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Every Sunday | 5-9 p.m. | Potomac Lanes Enjoy 2 games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and drinks for only $20. Available to active military personnel and their families. Each additional person is $5.
their Paddle and Wine trip. The trip kicks off with a 4.5-to-7 mile kayaking or canoeing tour down the gently flowing Potomac River. After, enjoy an artisan cheese plate and a wine tasting. MUST BE 21 Years or OLDER. Cost for transportation, paddle, and tasting is $125. Please call 202-767-9136 for more information.
Each week at the Potomac Lanes, we will be adding a new gourmet hot dog for you to try. During the fourth week, you can vote on your favorite hot dog to enter for your chance to win a FREE meal! Please call 202-563-1701 for more information.
Fright Night Movie
Outdoor Movie Night
Monday Night Football Special at Potomac Lanes
Fall Aerobathon
Silence Hides Violence - Give victims the strength they need to break the silence that chains them to abuse. For more information contact the Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate at 202-4339743.
October is Gourmet Hot Dog Month!
Enjoy Monday Night Football with a large one topping Pizza and 10 whole wings for only $16.95. Eat in or take out. Please call 202-563-1701 for more information.
Movie Madness
Every Friday | 2 p.m. | Library Enjoy new family friendly releases every week with free theater style popcorn and drinks. Visit the Circulation Desk or the Library’s mobile marquee for movie listings. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is 16 years or older. Please call 202-767-5578 for more information.
Game Night
Every Friday | 5-7 p.m. | Library Play games for Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 or X-BOX 360! Game availability is first
Military Family Fun Night
Oct. 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Youth Center Enjoy and evening of scary movies and popcorn. Register at the Youth Center. Please call 202-767-4003 for information. Oct. 19 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Fitness Center I The Fall Aerobathon will present a mixture of cardiovascular classes to elevate the heart rate. Come and enjoy the fun! Please call 202-767-5895 for more information.
Six Flags Fright Night – Teens
Oct. 19 | 2-8 p.m. | Bowie, MD Do the Monster Mash with the JBAB teens at Six Flags Fright Night! Purchase discounted tickets at the Information, Tickets and Travel Office located at the Commissary. Cost of admissions is the member’s responsibility. Current membership and signed permission slip is needed. Seating is limited. Register at the Youth Center. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Oct. 23 | 6 p.m. Enjoy a movie under the stars, along with food and refreshments. Please call 202-6851802 for more information.
Fear Factor Night
Oct. 25 | 7-9 p.m. | Youth Center Think you have what it takes to face your fears? We dare you to taste Gross-Out Cakes, Kitty Litter Cake, Blood Clot Cake & Bug and Dirt Cake just to name a few. This challenge is waiting for you. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream
Oct. 26 | 1 p.m. | Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, VA Busch Gardens transforms into a park full of monsters and ghouls to go along with their attractions. Join us if you dare. Price: Free with Hero Salute form; $40 without Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Haunted House
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Oct. 20 | 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. |Potomac River ODR is joining River & Trail Outfitters for
Oct. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Slip Inn grass area Do you dare to be scared?? Children: $5
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Adults: $7 Grab some food before or after your walk through the Haunted House from 6-10 p.m. at the Slip Inn Bar & Grill. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Draft Blow-out
Oct. 28-31 | Slip Inn Bar & Grill Celebrate the end of summer and help us close up the Slip Inn Bar & Grill for the winter. During the week of the 28th, we’ll be serving our draft beers at rock bottom prices until it’s gone! Please call 202-767-5840 for more information.
Liberty Halloween Party
Oct. 30 | 6 p.m. | Liberty Center Break out your best costume, pumpkin carving skills and even mummify a friend at our annual Halloween Party! Enjoy food, games and compete in our costume, pumpkin carving and mummy contests for cool prizes! Please call 202-685-1802 for more information.
Children’s Costume Party
Oct. 31 | 4-5 p.m. | Library Dress up as your favorite character and enjoy ghoulish games, creepy crafts and light refreshments. Prizes will be awarded for best costume.
Halloween Parade and Carnival
Oct. 31 | 5:15 p.m. | Youth Center Dress up in your favorite costume and walk from Geisboro Park to the Youth Center. Continue the fun at the gym with activities for all ages, followed by trick or treating in Base housing. Parade begins at 5 p.m.. Please call 202-767-4003 for more information.
Family Employment Readiness Program
10 a.m.-12 p.m. | MFSC Bldg. 13 Conference Room All spouses seeking employments are encouraged to become involved in a supportive and encouraging environment that is focused on job search strategies. Classes are held the last Thursday of each month. Topics include: Oct. 31 – Resume Workshop Nov. 21 – Military One Source Dec. 26 – Networking/Interview Techniques Resume Please call 202-767-0450 for more information.
Hiring Our Heroes and Military Spouse Partnership Event
Nov. 1 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Bolling Club Join us for a job fair for veteran job seekers, active duty military members, guard and reserve members, and military spouses. This event will be a one of a kind FREE hiring fair for both employers and job seekers. Please call 202-463-5807 for more information.
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New flu vaccine offers triple protection BY TRICARE PUBLIC AFFAIRS FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AFNS) -- Each year, flu season affects millions of men, women and children. Flu season usually begins in October, so now is a great time to protect yourself and your family from the flu by getting vaccinated. The flu shot is easy to get and inexpensive - often free for TRICARE beneficiaries and this year the flu vaccine offers even more protection. Until now, seasonal flu vaccines have only protected against three strains of flu - two strains of influenza A, which usually causes more cases and more severe illness, and one of influenza B, which is less common but also circulates in multiple forms. The new vaccines include protection against a second strain of influenza B, which experts expect will prevent the vast majority of type B infections. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat and lungs. People suffering from the flu often have a fever, cough, sore throat, stuffy nose, body aches, headaches and fatigue. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the flu virus spreads from person to person and can be more serious for young children, older adults, pregnant women and people with medical conditions. It can
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cess the installation. * Military Exchanges will be open world-wide. * Commissaries will remain open overseas. Stateside commissaries, including Alaska and Hawaii, will be open for a full business day on Oct. 1 to reduce the amount of perishables on-hand. Read the press release from the Defense Commissary Agency for more details. * Airman and Family Readiness or Family Support Centers: Staffing will be determined by installation commanders. * Family Advocacy Program: Each service will determine staffing at each installation. * MWR – Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs/nonappropriated fund activities/other operations necessary to support “excepted activities” (i.e. – activities/ programs that will not affected by furlough/ shutdown) will continue. Examples of these excepted activities are: operation of dining facilities, physical training, and child care activities required to support readiness. * Education Centers for family members and service members: Will be closed. This includes counseling services, testing centers, learning centers and computer labs. Tuition assistance will not be authorized or granted for new classes. * My Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA): No financial assistance requests will be approved until further notice. However, all spouses with an already approved financial assistance request prior to Oct. 1, 2013 will have their approved requests hon-
cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. TRICARE covers both the flu shot and flu mist. Beneficiaries may be able get their flu vaccine, at no cost, from a military treatment facility, hospital or from a pharmacist at one of the 45,000 network pharmacies that administer vaccines to TRICARE beneficiaries. Find a participating pharmacy at www.express-scripts. com/tricare/pharmacy, or by calling Express Scripts at 1-877-363-1303. CDC offers additional steps people can take on their own to prevent the spread of germs which can lead to the flu: • Avoid close contact with people who are sick • Stay at home when sick • Cover mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing •Wash hands often with soap and water • Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth • Get plenty of sleep, be physically active, manage stress, drink plenty of fluids and eat nutritious food The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year. To learn more about flu basics, treatment and prevention visit www.cdc.gov/flu. Get more information on TRICARE coverage and where to get shots go to www.tricare.mil/ flu.
ored so they can attend class. * Spouse Education and Career Opportunities counselors will continue to be available to provide comprehensive education and career counseling services. Please call the SECO Career Center at 800-342-9647 or visit the SECO website and continue to monitor the MyCAA portal for updates regarding when financial assistance will once again be available for approval. * Financial and Legal Services are available to federal employees through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Services’ Employee Assistance Program. Please call 888-222-0364 or visit FOH4You. com. * Thrift Savings Plan information is available on the impact of a Government Shutdown on the Thrift Savings Plan and the impact of furlough on your TSP contributions as well as alternatives for accessing TSP funds in the event of significant financial hardship. It’s important to keep in mind that operating hours and status may vary at the local installation level. You can get addresses and phone numbers for installation and state resources available to active duty, National Guard and reserve service and family members at the Military Installations website. We recognize the incredible commitment and contributions of our military families. Here at Military Community and Family Policy, we are working with the Military Services to keep as many doors open as possible during the government shutdown, operating within the fiscal guidance passed down from the highest levels of DOD leadership, so families may continue to be empowered and thrive amidst these most recent challenges. (Information originally published on DoDLive)
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CHRISTMAS CANTATA ATTENTION ALL VOICES
Please join us to sing this year’s Christmas Cantata, “The Jesus Gift,” created by Tom Fettke. Rehearsal will be held every Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Chapel Two. All voices are needed. Please come out and be part of this musical celebration of our Lord’s birth! The Cantata will be presented to the JBAB community on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 11:30 a.m. at the Chapel Center. For more information, call Gee Soo Hall at 202-583-5304 or email pianogeesoo@verizon.net.
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• Upcoming special events and programs that can be added directly to your calendar • Outdoor Recreation and Capital Cove Marina equipment and boat rentals • Full dining facility menus
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• Quick links to the Navy-Air Force Half Marathon and Navy 5 Miler website, CNIC JBAB website, Naval District Washington (NDW) Facebook page and the current edition of the 411 magazine • Facility and Event Photos • Push notifications to alert users with the most current information Perfect for iPhone and Andriod devices. Email us any suggestions.
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Confidential communications with chaplains: You hold the key BY PAUL BELLO JOINT BASE ANACOSTIA-BOLLING PUBLIC AFFAIRS
WASHINGTON – Chaplains in Naval District Washington (NDW) have undertaken advanced interactive training and are ready to assist service members and civilians in need of counseling. Below are some reminders on the importance of confidential communications with a chaplain. • Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and families have the right and privilege to confidential communications with Navy chaplains. • Chaplains have the obligation and re-
sponsibility to protect and guard what you share in confidence. • Your command honors and respects the sacred trust between you and your chaplain. • Chaplains support you with dignity, respect and compassion regardless of your religious beliefs. • Your chaplain is available 24/7 to provide you a safe place to talk without fear or judgment and serves as an advocate to get you the support you need. To learn more about confidential communication with chaplains, visit www. chaplain.navy.mil.
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Miscellaneous items related to your health, your career, your life and your community Immunization Clinic has new hours The 579th Medical Group Immunization Clinic will be open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. On Thursdays, the clinic will be open from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The clinic closes at 12 p.m. for training the first Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 202-404-6724.
charitable organizations. For more information about the AFOWC or its Thrift Shop call 202-563-6666 or email afowcthriftshop@verizon.net.
Boys and Girls Club volunteers
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The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington needs volunteer coaches for their youth baseball league for 10-year-olds and 12-year-olds. For more information or to sign up, call 512-560-5548 from 7 a.m.-5 p.m. or email Michael.martinez@afncr.af.mil.
Attention all boys grades 1st through 5th interested in scouting. Please contact the JBAB Cub Scouts, Pack 343, at jbabcubscouts@yahoo.com for more information. Each den holds their own meetings each month along with one pack event. Boys will earn badges together and can work on individual achievements as well. Come join us for popcorn, camping and so much more.
“NAVY 311” is the place to go for all types of information to help support Navy military, civilian and retiree personnel and their families. Access NAVY 311 at 1-855-NAVY311 or (DSN) 510- NAVY-311. You can also email NAVY311@navy.mil or visit www. NAVY311.navy.mil.
Toastmasters Club seeks members
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The Bolling Toastmasters Club is available for everyone on JBAB as a place to practice your leadership skills. Toastmasters clubs are where leaders are made, and leadership starts with good communication. The program is self-paced, and it works. The Bolling Toastmasters Club meets Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. at the JBAB Chapel Center. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call Jim Queen at 301-452-6931.
JBAB Cyclists on Facebook Basically a forum for all JBAB riders to get together. We organize group rides over lunch and during commuting hours. Visit us online at www.facebook.com/groups/ jbabcyclists. For more information, email austin.pruneda@afncr.af.mil.
Navy Marine-Corps Thrift Shop hours The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop has relocated to Enterprise Hall (building 72). The store hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. and the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information call 202-433-3364.
AFOWC Thrift Shop The Air Force Officers’ Wives’ Club Thrift Shop is located at 13 Brookley Ave and is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations are accepted during business hours only. Profits from the AFOWC Thrift shop go toward college scholarships and other military
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The D.C. Metro chapter of Navy Wives Clubs of America, Eleanor Roosevelt #37, hosts meetings every second Thursday of the month to discuss and plan volunteer activities in the local military and civilian communities. Military spouses of all branches are welcome to attend. For more information, email angeladowns@me.com or visit www.facebook.com/NWCA37.
JBAB Girl Scouts Calling all Girls! Girls registered in Kindergarten - 12th grade this fall and interested in joining should contact JBABgirlscouts@yahoo.com. The troop meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the community center on Chappie James Blvd at 6 p.m. Girl Scouts; building girls with confidence, character and courage for 100 years.
Firth-Sterling Gate operations The Firth-Sterling gate is closed on weekends. Once the gate’s automated features become available, the gate will be accessible by any CAC card holder 24/7 during normal FPCON “A” conditions.
JBAB photo studio closure The JBAB Public Affairs photo studio is closed until further notice. For official studio photography support, contact 11th Wing Public Affairs at 240-612-4430. Service members can also contact the Fort Belvoir photo studio at 703-805-2945 and the Pentagon photo studio at 703-6972060.
Chapel CATHOLIC SERVICES
Reconciliation
Sunday 9 a.m. Chapel Center
Rosary
Sunday 9:10 a.m. Chapel Center
Mass
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Wednesday11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Thursday11:30 a.m. Chapel Center Friday 7 a.m. Chapel Center Saturday 5 p.m. Chapel Center
Sunday 9:30 a.m. Chapel Center
PROTESTANT SERVICES
Sunday Worship
Gospel 11:30 a.m. Chapel Center General Protestant 11 a.m. Chapel 2
Sunday School
Sept - May 9:30-10:30 a.m. Any questions about these services or other religious needs call 202-767-5900
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