9-19-2014 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 5, No. 34

Patriot Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, September 19, 2014

Seeing in the dark

437th aircrew flight equipment technicians vital to the mission U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

Airman 1st Class Bradley Jones, 437th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, inspects a pair of night vision goggles used by C-17A Globemaster III aircrew Sep. 3, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Jones checks the NVG’s for any damaged parts and ensures they work properly. See more photos, Page 6.

Military base access now requires FBI background checks

By Senior Airman Dennis Sloan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Anyone trying to gain access to military installations, including Joint Base Charleston, will now be automatically screened against the Federal Bureau of Investigation's criminal database and pulled aside if the system shows an arrest, felony or outstanding warrant.

The new Defense Department tool is part of a larger, government-wide effort to continuously vet people with access to secure facilities. This linkage had been in the works for sever-

al years, but took on renewed urgency after the Sept. 16, 2013, Washington Navy Yard shooting. The gunman entered secure areas using a valid ID card, despite having an arrest record and a history of other infractions.

"The concept and development of this system began in 2011, but was not implemented here until April of this year," said Robert Trout, 628th Security Forces Squadron chief of plans and programs.

Identification smartcards issued to troops, veterans, relatives and other individuals permitted to enter military bases have long been checked against a DOD database before

A&FRC, FFSC assist service members’, families' needs throughout their career, beyond Story and photo by Staff Sgt. William A. O'Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

The Joint Base Charleston Airman and Family Readiness and Fleet and Family Support Centers are resources available on the installation for service members and their families to receive the tools, training and guidance they need to navigate the unique challenges of military service.

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Kevin Hawks, transition assistance counselor, leads a class in the Airman and Family Readiness Center, Sept. 15, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The A&FRC on the Air Base, and the FFSC at the Weapons Station, both provide programs to service members from all military branches; active duty, guardsmen or reservists, along with their families and retirees. They also offer office hours at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command’s Rickover Center to make it easier for Sailors attending school to utilize their services.

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access is granted, but an instant FBI NCIC check has never been part of the process.

"It only takes milliseconds to perform this NCIC check, so the ID check process is not slowed and provides better security which is a win win," said Trout.

The system provides an access recommendation based on information provided from DEERS, NCIC, other Air Force and sister service installations such as. Information includes Wants and Warrants, Barred, Invalid ID, Expired ID and absent without leave.

"The program has already made an impact here at JB Charleston," said Trout. "Several wanted personnel have been identified, detained and taken to jail by local authorities using this system."

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Both facilities provide programs to service members from all military branches including active duty, National Guard and Reserves, along with their families and retirees. They also offer office hours at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command’s Rickover Center to make it easier for Sailors attending school to utilize their services.

“We prepare people to approach life’s challenges in a positive way by being proactive,” said Elsa Summers, A&FRC director. "The staffs of both family centers are available to assist military members and their families during every phase of their military career."

From the moment a service member arrives at their first duty station until long after they retire, the A&FRC and FFSC have classes suited to fit their needs, as well as their families. These classes include spouse introduction events, basic resume writing, pre-separation counseling, benefits workshops and much more.

“When you first arrive at a base you may not have any furniture yet or know the base and local area,” said Anna Flowers, FFSC director. “We’re able to help make connections with resources in the community. When service members get married, frequently military life is very foreign to their new spouse. We’re here to help them acclimate to that.

We also offer programs to keep them connected during deployments through the Key Spouses Program and the Ombudsman Program.”

The A&FRC and FFSC also have a variety of classes to prepare service members to budget their spending and stay out of debt.

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The Patriot • September 19, 2014

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Stay Away from “The Bad Five” JB CHS NEWS

By Maj. Samual Shimp 628th Comptroller Squadron commander

On June 30 of this year, I assumed command of the 628th Comptroller Squadron at Joint Base Charleston. That evening, after taking the guidon, I had to think long and hard about what I was going to say to the squadron the next day at my very first commander's call. As a leader of military, civilians and contractors, I certainly wanted to address the things that could possibly get them in trouble, and more importantly, what was going to keep them out of trouble. I ultimately went all the way back to 1992 to what my first supervisor, Buck Sergeant Scott Matheny told me – and I've lived by it ever since.

He said, "Sam, remember to keep away from the Bad Five and you'll keep yourself alive and out of trouble."

Whether you're a young man or woman fresh out of high school, or already having served two or three decades in the military, these simple rules are as important now as they were 20 years ago.

Matheny's rules were to stay away from: 1. Bad people – this person is going to use peer pressure on you to get you in trouble or injure you.

2. Bad times – nothing good happens after midnight or lack of sleep.

3. Bad things – those that are detrimental to your life and career, i.e., drugs, assault and alcohol related incidents.

4. Bad locations – places that are dangerous or off-limits.

5. Bad communication – saying things that are harmful to others or not saying something you should have.

This list of five things is not all inclusive, but I'm willing to argue that nearly every past and present UCMJ violation or mishap could be lumped into one or more of these simple categories.

Let me give you a real example that clearly violates several of these rules. A military member and one of their local civilian friends, both over 21 years old, decide to drive downtown after working a 12-hour shift to have a few drinks at a nightclub.

The military member is you, a great worker that lives by your service's core values. The civilian driving is one of those people that looks for fights, bends the rules and always drives after a few drinks because they think they're in control.

Both of you have several drinks over a short period of time and close-down the club around two o'clock in the morning. So far nothing illegal, but you, the military member has to make a potential life and career changing decision. It's now time to get home and the local friend tells you he's good to drive. Applying the Bad Five rules could have been done earlier, but let's look at which ones are being violated at this point, and if recognized, could save the member's life and career.

Rule number one, bad people. People like this civilian friend should make the hair on the back of your neck stand-up. If he doesn't get you in a fight in the parking lot, he's likely to get you in a car accident on the way home.

Rule number two, bad times. It's well after midnight and neither of you have had very much sleep.

Rule number three, bad things. Drinking excessively and during a short period of time increases the potential for an alcohol related incident and also reduces your chances of recognizing any of the other rules.

Rule number four, bad locations. A nightclub is not necessarily a bad location by itself, however, when mixed with alcohol, other intoxicated individuals, and the time of night, it certainly can turn into one.

And Rule Number five, bad communication.

This one falls into the category of not saying something you should, such as, "I'm calling Airmen against Drunk Driving," "Let's take a cab," or "My supervisor said he'd come get me if I ever needed a ride."

Recognizing these rules is not usually the challenge. The tough part is actually making decisions that will help you avoid them once recognized. If any of the Bad Five applies to an event going on in your life, think long and hard about how they can affect you in the near term, how they can affect those you love, how they can affect your safety and how it will affect your future in the military.

There's another quote Matheny drilled into me that I'll also never forget. "A thousand sorrys (sp) won't bring that career or life back."

So, I say to you, make those tough decisions where you won't have to say I'm sorry, and stay away from the Bad Five.

It is my honor and privilege

By Chief Master Sgt. David Wade 437th Maintenance Group superintendent

How do you respond when someone says thank you?

Do you smile and nod your head?

Do you say, "No problem."?

How about, "I am just doing my job."

Perhaps a thank you catches you off guard and you fail to provide a response at all?

I understand all of these reactions. It is easy to feel embarrassed by someone thanking you, especially when it is emotional, genuine and comes from the heart. My response to a thank you has evolved over time and the change started when I was stationed at Travis Air Force Base, Calif.

I remember my wife waking me up and telling me something was happening on the news. It was the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, and I was still in bed on the west coast as civilian airliners crashed into the World Trade Center towers. As a flying crew chief on C-5s at the time, I received a call that same day and was put on alert. We flew out the next morning and I spent the next two years living out of a suitcase in support of operations in Southwest Asia. And on this two-year journey, I noticed a change in the way Americans felt about the military. That change would help this young Airman mature.

As I bounced around the world, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support for America's military. It was commonplace for people to offer to buy our food and drinks when my aircrew stopped for supplies before flying a mission. Everywhere we went, in the United States or abroad, people would come up to us and thank us for our service.

Those thanks were emotional, genuine and from the heart, but being an inexperienced young man at the time, I failed to show proper acknowledgement and respect to those heartfelt gestures. I would often respond with, "no problem," or just say thank you in return. After all, I was just an aircraft technician. Not feeling like I deserved accolades, I was never really comfortable in these situations. But as time moved on, I would get more practice.

I have had the good fortune of being stationed in areas of the country that are very supportive of the military. From 2008 to 2013, I was assigned to Dyess AFB, Texas. Each year, Air Mobility Command honors the community most supportive of its local Air Force base with an award called the Abilene Trophy. To this day, the people of Abilene will walk up to service members and tell them thank you. Recently, I have found South Carolina to be no different.

Sometimes I catch my son's baseball practice or evening game while I am still in my uniform. One night this past spring, I had five different people come up to me within a span of 30 minutes and thank me for my service. Having been part of this social exchange for many years now, and a bit older and wiser, my reaction is different. I first offer my hand for a handshake. Then, I look straight into the eyes of the person who thanked me and I tell them, "You are welcome. It is my honor and privilege to serve." My response is now emotional, genuine and from the heart, equal to the sincerity of their gesture, just as it should be.

It soon dawned on me there was a strong correlation between my social exchanges with civilians and my exchanges with Airmen. Being an Air Force enlisted leader has put me in a position where I get thanked by Airmen on occasion as well. While happy that my exchange with civilians had improved, I still told Airmen that I was just doing my job when they thanked me. I certainly could do much better than that. An Airman who has the courage to say thank you to a supervisor warrants an appropriate response. So now, when an Airman thanks me, I respond, "You are welcome. It is my honor and privilege to do so." I firmly believe that Airmen who serve our country deserve no less.

Service members should stand tall and be proud of what they do. Wearing the fabric of our nation is significant and absolutely deserves recognition. We sacrifice personal desires to tirelessly defend the Constitution of the United States and fight for freedom around the world. When your efforts are recognized, let people know that you proudly serve them by giving an emotional, genuine and heartfelt reply.

Service is our honor and privilege.

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New chiefs get their anchors at JB Charleston

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Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit Chief Selectees march in formation as they prepare to have their anchors pinned on Sept.

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. William A. O’Brien 16, 2014, at the Redbank Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The pinning ceremony marks the culmination of hard work and Chief petty officers from several LowCountry commands dedicated service, and begins the next step of their Navy career don their new covers with the help of their sponsors Sept. 16, 2014, at the All Saints Chapel on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. as deckplate leaders.

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Chief Petty Officer Robert Mostrom, has his anchors pinned on by his wife and son during the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command Chief's Pinning Ceremony Sept. 16, 2014, in the Rickover Memorial Auditorium on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. NNPTC pinned 22 new chief petty officers.

JB Charleston hosts 9/11 memorial retreat ceremony

Airmen fold the American flag during a 9/11 memorial retreat ceremony in remembrance of the 9/11 attacks Sep. 11, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The retreat ceremony was a poignant reminder of the events of 13 years ago, and the continuing efforts today’s military is making against the War on Terrorism.

Above, Joint Base Charleston Airmen stand at attention in preparation for a 9/11 memorial retreat ceremony Sep. 11, 2014, at JB Charleston, S.C.

Left, Master Sgt. Jennifer Crerar, 628th Security Forces Squadron first sergeant, delivers a speech during a 9/11 memorial retreat ceremony Sep. 11, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

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Command Fitness Leader certification course offered at Sam's Fitness Center

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Several Navy personnel assigned to Joint Base Charleston attended the Command Fitness Leader certification course offered through Sam's Fitness Center, Sept. 8-12, in order to become qualified to serve as CFLs. "Each Navy command is required to have a CFL, along with multiple assistants," explained Greg Lutz, Fitness, Sports and Aquatic director. "This is the first class we have offered in more than a year because we did not have anyone certified to teach the course."

Sam's Fitness Center is able to begin offering the training again after Drew Stallard, a Fitness Center trainer, became a certified CFL instructor this past summer. He explained that CFLs are typically chosen by commanders and the position is an extra duty performed in addition to their regular responsibilities. Their primary functions are to conduct the Navy Physical Fitness Assessment for their unit, advise the chain of command on a Physical Readiness Program, provide oversight on command physical training, as well as maintain physical fitness related documentation for the command.

Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Skandalaris, Naval Nuclear Power Training Command section leader, explained that he considers being chosen to attend the training by his commander as a personal milestone in itself due to his own recent transformation.

"I've recently lost a lot of weight...," said Skandalaris. "I think the command saw my progress and knew that I could be a motivation to the Sailors in this position."

The certification training consists of classroom briefs, multiple gym sessions and ends with a practical exercise where students are broken into groups, given a scenario and develop a fitness plan that met the needs of their scenario. The groups then present a sample of a warm-up, primary exercise and cool-down from their plan.

"It was great training," said Skandalaris. "The PT sessions were tough, but very rewarding."

Drew Stallard, Sam's Fitness Center trainer, oversees the Command Fitness Leader certification training Sept. 12, 2014, at Sam's Fitness Center on Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

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A&FRC, FFSC assist service members’, families' needs - from Page 1

“We have programs for that 18-year old service member who is now just getting their first full-time job, to teach them the basics of spending money wisely along with a variety of other needs they may have during that time in their life,” said Flowers. “As they progress through their career and buy a house, get promoted or have children … we have financial courses to help them with those new aspects of their life and at the end of their time in the service, through our programs, we can help them become career ready for the outside job market.”

The A&FRC and FFSC aren’t just limited to offering classes at their facilities. Through their command/unit community readiness consultants, commanders can identify specific needs their service members might need and arrange for A&FRC or 9.5 FFSC in. members to come to their units to teach a specific class during a commander’s call.

The A&FRC and FFSC are both fundamental parts of the Integrated Delivery System at

Joint Base Charleston. IDS is a working group consisting of organizations that provide family services, prevention programs and educational activities related to individual, family and community concerns.

For more information on their programs and services, visit the A&FRC at the Air Base at 104 E. Simpson St, building 500 or call 963-4406. The FFSC is located at 1005 Jefferson Ave., building 755 on the Weapons Station or call 794-7481.

You can also find them on the web at www.JBCharleston.com or connect with the family centers on Facebook: FFSC https://www.facebook.com/JBCharlestonFleetAndFamilySupportCenter A&FRC https://www.facebook.com/JBCharlestonAirmanAndFamilyReadinessCenter.

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SAPR Corner Active Bystander intervention

By Shelia Bacon, 628th ABW SAVA

Bystander Intervention refers to finding a way to safely intervene in potentially dangerously situations to prevent assault. Here are some steps to consider: Step One: Assess for Safety. Our expectations at social events can obscure our observations or assessments about behaviors that could be leading to a sexual assault. If you suspect someone is crossing a line or displaying inappropriate behavior, ensure the potential victim is safe, and assess whether the situation requires calling for assistance.

Step Two: Intervene. Ask yourself, "Could I play a role here?" Sometimes we might have to do something unpopular when it might be the right thing to do to assist another individual in harm’s way. When deciding to intervene, your personal safety should be the number one priority.

Step Three: Skills for Action. Determine the potential risks of taking action. Many situations provide an opportunity to intervene and are connected to both an individual at risk for being assaulted as well as at risk for committing an assault. Recognize the potential impact that a sexual assault can have on a victim, a perpetrator, and a unit’s mission readiness. Learn and practice approaches for safe and effective action.

Step Four: Act. The first three steps are very important, but they only have an effect if emphasis is placed on the action. Decide whether to act, at the time or later. (See Something, Say Something, and Do Something).

Step Five: Evaluate and Revise. After having intervened, consider what worked well, what did not, and what you might do differently if another situation arises. When in doubt, call for HELP!

Air Base SARC 843-817-8397 Air Base Civilian Victim Advocate 843-327-7369 Weapons Station SARC 843-276-9855

DOD Safe Help Line 877-995-5247 Air Base 24-hour Response Hotline 843-963-SARC (7272) Weapons Station 24-hour Response Hotline 843-478-8615

Weapons Station Civilian Victim Advocate 843-834-4257

Forest City needs your input Forest City on the Air Base wants your feedback! We are kicking off our Annual Resident Satisfaction Survey this year for the entire month of October. Within the next few days, we will be handing delivering your survey to your home.

The survey is called REACT R and was designed by the nationally recognized real estate consulting firm, CEL & Associates, Inc. which was selected by the Department of Defense. CEL & Associates survey our residents annually as a part of our performance assessment program. Your participation and feedback on the services you appreciate and areas in which we can improve is invaluable to us and provides critical data on how we can better serve our communities.

The survey takes less than five minutes to complete. Once you have completed the survey, seal it in the pre-addressed, postage-paid envelope and drop in the mail or return to one of our secure survey drop boxes at your

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If you would like to elaborate on a particular issue or would like to be contacted regarding a specific concern, we are listening.

Simply complete the comment sheet included with the survey. Your comment sheet will be forwarded to us for review. If you request to be contacted, be assured we will respond.

We hope you join us as we CEL-ebrate you with prize drawings and resident events throughout the month of October as our way of saying "thank you for your participation in the 2014 Annual Resident Satisfaction Survey"!

628th ABW Victim Advocates

Tech Sgt. Toccara Evans - 628th LRS/MSA Tech Sgt. Hershawn Norton - 628th LRS/LGRMSP Master Sgt. Aleisha Jordan - 628th FSS/FSOX Senior Airman Patvia Brice - 628th LRC/LGRMCC Staff Sgt. Michelle DeMers - 1st CTCS/AOK Tech Sgt. Demetria Crenshaw - 437th APS/CSS Staff Sgt. Adrienne Forth - 437th OSS/HARM Tech Sgt. Chiquita Frazier - 628th LRS/LGRMSA Staff Sgt. Lakia Hamlin - 15th AS/HARM Senior Airman Shawanna Porter - 315th AFRC/AES Staff Sgt. Lakin Trahan - 628th MDG/CCP Tech Sgt. Davidette Rogers - 628th MDG/SGSR

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Chapel Corner Sometimes we just need some rest

By Chaplain Daniel Ashland, USNR

We are all so busy and if you are like me, often you are trying to keep up with everything that needs to be done. It can all be so tiring at times, and you could really just use some rest.

I often recall a piece of advice that a professor gave me years ago while studying to become chaplain. He said simply one day, "get your rest." At the most basic level he meant sleep, but

more than that he meant taking some time to care for yourself so that you can keep going.

Rest could be some moments of prayer or meditation, reading a chapter of a book, taking a few minutes in the car to sit, a cup of coffee on a park bench, or any number of other brief activities that you do just for you.

Those can become your moments of rest, where you recharge and renew if even a little, so that you can keep going.

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Career field choice brings joy, honor to reservist

By Christin Michaud AFMAO Public Affairs

Dover Air Force Base, Del. – As one of 45 personnel currently deployed to Dover Air Force Base, Del., to support the sacred mission for Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations, Staff Sgt. Earl Simmons said he feels blessed and grateful to be one of the few individuals who get a chance to perform this mission.

The deployment is the first to the Charles C. Carson Center for Mortuary Affairs for the reservist assigned to the 315th Force Support Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. He had an opportunity to attend mortuary training here years ago so he had a brief overview of what to expect.

It was his love of food that ultimately made it possible for him to be here.

Simmons enlisted in the Air Force in 2007 as a services specialist, because he knew he liked food and liked cooking, he said.

In the summer of 2009 he transitioned from active duty to the Reserve as part of the palace chase program. After becoming a reservist, Simmons later decided he wanted to attend culinary school.

"When I actually started my classes, I knew that it was definitely what I wanted to do with my life," said Simmons.

He graduated from culinary school in the spring of 2013 and in his civilian job works as one of several chefs at the Charleston Country Club.

"I enjoy trying new things to make," Simmons said. "Being inventive is a key trait to have for any chef to succeed. It's also a good feeling to be able to create something and have your customers/patrons who are eating it, be amazed and really enjoy your food."

His favorite is southern cuisine, but Simmons said he also makes Asian dishes as well.

"Anyone has the ability to cook," he said. "Don't be afraid to try new recipes and items that you have never made before. It is something that takes practice but you will get better in time. Time and experience will give you the skills that you seek eventually."

His commitment to his work as a chef holds true for his work at the mortuary as a services specialist which encompasses food, lodging, fitness and mortuary support.

Mortuary is one of the areas of the services career field.

"Staff Sgt. Simmons has shown great initiative and leadership skills while deployed here," said Tech. Sgt. Shon Steed, AFMAO noncommissioned officer in charge of departures. "He approaches every task with a positive attitude and is willing to go above and beyond U.S. Air Force photo / Lucas Morrow while completing the mission."

Staff Sgt. Earl Simmons repairs a handle of a transfer case Sept. 12, In Simmons' downtime here, he works on the trans2014. The transfer cases are used to transport the remains of fallen fer cases the fallen arrive in to make sure they are in service members. Simmons is deployed from 315th Force Support good order.

Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., to Air Force Mortuary Affairs "I'm one of the head trainers when it comes to teach- Operations, Dover Air Force Base, Del. ing others how to put new handles on our transfer cases as well as putting in insulation," said Simmons. "That way, fallen when they arrive at Dover.

"Personally, to me it's a very special and humbling experiwhen we do send them back downrange, it will be easier and ence," said Simmons. "It helps remind me that life itself can more secure to use if they are needed."

When he is not working on transfer cases, his primary duty come to an end at any time. So with that reminder, I try to aim here is in the departures section, the final stop before the fall- high in completing as many of my goals as soon as possible."

"I feel that the work we do here helps aid each family duren leave the mortuary for their final resting place.

"I help make sure that everything from the size of the ing their grieving stage," said Simmons. "I want to make sure deceased’s casket to the silver on their uniforms is 100 per- their sons, daughters, fathers and mothers are displayed in way that is honorable and courageous because of their decicent," he said.

He also serves on the dignified transfer team to receive the sion to put service before self."

Civil engineer squadrons team up, repave road

Staff Sgt. John Hedges, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron horizontal construction worker, signals to a dump truck driver to dump more asphalt into a hole during a re-pavement job Sept.

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Events

All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to REGISTER for a class or event, please call 963-4406.

September/October / The Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) will be hosting a five-week course, Introduction to Computers (CPT 101) for 628th, 437th Active Duty Spouses and 315th Reserve members’ spouses. Note: Reservists’ spouses whose sponsors are on title 10 orders must present orders to sign-up for the class. All classroom instruction will occur at A&FRC, uilding 500, Sept. 20 and 27 and Oct. 4 2014, from 9 a.m. to noon. Interested spouses will need to commit to attend all sessions and spouses will receive a certificate of completion on the last day. Class room seating is limited to 8 spouses only, first come-first served. To sign up, please call A&FRC at

(843) 963-4406.

September 22-23 / A “Career Technical Training Track” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Learn to define technical career goals and identify required credentials and training opportunities.

September 24 / A class, “Unleash the Power of a Budget,” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. A budget can set you on the course to financial independence. Walk away with a personalized spending plan/budget of your own. Couples are highly encouraged to attend. / A “Fine Tune Your Resume (Part II)” workshop will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Choose which time fits your schedule. Receive professional feedback. / A “Troops to Teachers” class will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Receive counseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition into a new teaching career. / A “PCS: Moving Made Easy” workshop will be held from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Learn from experts how to prepare and PCS smoothly. / A “Ready, Set, Parent” class will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This course provides useful tips for expectant parents, while helping them to understand the importance of budgeting for their new addition.

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September 25 MANDATORY TAP Preseparation Briefings will be provided for Separatees and Retirees from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. DID YOU KNOW…per Public Law 107-103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS? And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the TAP GPS Workshop.

September 26 / The 437th Maintenance Group is hosting its annual Golf

Tournament Sept. 26, at Wrenwoods Golf Course. Warm up begins at 8 a.m. with free practice balls and the shotgun start is at 9 a.m. Sign up deadline is Sept. 19. Contact Master Sgt. Jason Smith at 847-1632. / A Workshop for VA Disability Claims will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. Note: Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records) must sign an authorization letter at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Clinic’s Family Practice section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend. / A “Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Fundamentals” class will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Whether military or DoD civilian, learn the basics, purpose, how to enroll/maintain your account, investment strategies, and more.

October 2 / Women in Defense Palmetto Chapter presents a salute to the fighting ladies with the 5th Annual Military Woman of the Year soiree honoring women in the military, Oct. 2, onboard USS Yorktown in Mt. Pleasant, S.C., from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Go to www.widpalmettochapter.org for ticket information.

Notices

/ Lt. Dan Weekend - The Independence Fund, a 501(3) C 100% Volunteer nonprofit organization, will be hosting the 5th annual Lt. Dan Band Weekend (LDW5) event in Charleston, S.C. on Saturday, Sept. 19-20, 2014. In addition, there will be a weeklong series of events leading up to the capstone concert. Over 200 severely injured Veterans and their caregivers are expected to attend LDW5, their travel made possible through donations from the Independence Fund.

All of the events are dedicated to raising awareness for the issues facing our most severely wounded Veterans, as well as raising funds to directly support the organizations participating in the events. Event highlights include a gathering and free concert on Friday, as well as the Warrior Bicycle Ride, Military Wellness Expo and concert with Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band on Saturday. For information, visit www.independencefund.org or www.ltdanweekend.com.

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September 19 / Basic Resume Writing: Attendees will receive the necessary tools to create a basic resume. You will explore different types of resume formats, and receive guidance on content, format, and grammar/ punctuation as you develop your first resume. 2 to 3 p.m.

September 22 / Home Selling: Are you selling your home soon? Selling a home can be intimidating. Join our class and gain the knowledge needed to sell a home. 3 to 4:30 p.m.

September 23 / Five Love Languages: What makes you feel loved? People express love for one another in various ways. It is essential for cou-

/ Cutest Baby Contest, Monthly: Fleet Family Support Center is having a Monthly Facebook Cutest Baby Contest, ages 0 to 2. Begins every second week of the month and ends the last Friday of the month. Stop by the Center and have your baby’s picture taken.

Don't forget to visit us on face book at JBCHARLESTONFLEETANDFAMILYSUPPORTCENTER. / Spouse Introduction To Fleet And Family Support Center, Tuesdays from 1000-1030, and Thursdays from 1300-1330. Spouses new to JB Charleston are invited to come and learn about the Fleet and Family Support Center and JB Charleston. / VA Appointments Available (Every Thursday) - Attendees receive information on disability benefits and medical records review. / CAPSTONE: Capstone is a congressionally mandated culminating activity to verify service members have met their Career Readiness Standards (CRS), as identified on the Service Member Career Readiness Standards/ Individual Transition Plan Checklist, DD Form 2958. The checklist, in conjunction with the ITP, will be used by the A&FRC, FFSC, and Commanders (or commander’s designee) to verify status of CRS completion. To schedule your Capstone appointment, please call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS, Bldg. 755, at 843-794-7480. / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance - Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Advisors are available to assist all servicemembers, veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday – Thursday, and walk-ins are welcome. The Air Base office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is 963-8224. The Weapons Station office is located in building 708 and the number is 794-4304. / ADHD Classes - Naval Health Clinic Charleston offers a class for

parents of ADHD children every Wednesday from 9 to 10:30 a.m.. The discussions focus on parenting tips, resources, how to have your child assessed, and understanding other difficulties that co-occur with ADHD. The topics rotate once a week and repeat every month, so you can jump in at any time and learn some valuable tools. The classes are taught by Cindy Rich, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with an extensive history in ADHD and behavior challenges in children. This service is free to enrolled patients at Naval Health Clinic Charleston. To register for the class, contact Capt. Carter at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, (843) 794-6895. / Relocation Assistance (RAP) - The Fleet and Family Support Center offers assistance to transferring service members and their families by providing information on their next assignment via Military Home Front. We also provide assistance in getting settled via a resource room with job listings, a telephone, a fax machine, copier, and internet access. We maintain a relocation computer system called Military Home Front that provides up-to-date information on most military duty stations and communities. / Movie Nights at LIBERTY - Enjoy a LIBERTY movie night the second and fourth Tuesday of the month starting at 6:30 pm in the Liberty Game Room. We provide the food and drinks and feature some oldie (but goodie) movies and some new in-theaters-now movies! Check out which movies we will be playing on the Liberty Calendar posted in the Liberty Lounge! This event is free and geared toward unaccompanied Sailors and Airmen E1-E6 and geo-bachelors; CAC is required for sign-up. For more information please call: 843.296.3942 or facebook at Liberty NWS. / The Scrap Metal Yard at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station is relocating to the East Side Core Area behind building 2332 and the water tower. The Scrap Metal Yard will operate 8 to 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station personnel will be able to bring their scrap metals, no wood or trash, to the new facility during these days and times. Scrap should be 80 percent metal in order to be recycled as scrap metal. The scrap metal yard can be opened for special request (units getting new furniture, base clean up days, etc.) by calling 640-4197, 794-4240, or 963-1456. If you have any questions, contact Alan Moyer at 963-1456.

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Rec Review is produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office as a supplement to The Patriot. All prices for events and services advertised are subject to change without notice.

For questions about Rec Review, call the Marketing Office at (843) 963-3809. Mention of any sponsor or sponsorship in this publication is not a federal endorsement for the product or service.

For more information on Force Support facilities, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com.

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We Take Care of Family at Volvo of Charleston 2015 Models Have Arrived!

2015 VOLVO S60 PER MO. 39 MO. LEASE* Disclaimer: Leases for 39 mo., 10k miles per year. $3,500 total due at signing including SC tax, tags and sec. deposit. With approved credit. Expires 9/30.

Volvo of Charleston is a full-service, authorized Volvo car dealership. * EXCEPTIONAL WARRANTY (7-YEAR/100,000-MILE EXCLUSIONARY CPO WARRANTY)

OVER 2,000 VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM!

ALL MAKES AND MODELS!

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09 VOLVO XC90

09 VOLVO C70 T5

11 VOLVO C30 T5 HATCHBACK

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$15,450

$16,990

$17,790

$17,790

$17,990

09 VOLVO XC90

11 VOLVO S60 T6

12 VOLVO S80

13 VOLVO S80 3.2

13 VOLVO XC90

MARKET PRICE

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$19,990

$23,450

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$30,790

$33,990

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10 KIA RIO5 LX STK # 2P7808

08 TOYOTA CAMRY LE

10 NISSAN XTERRA SE

$10,450

STK #214123A

09 HONDA ACCORD LX

$7,450

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$13,450

$13,990

13 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT

10 TOYOTA AVALON XL

11 TOYOTA CAMRY LE

13 CHEVROLET MALIBU 2LT

$13,990

$15,450

$15,950

$16,990

STK #2P7809

STK #214116A

STK #2P7773

STK #2P7787

STK #2P7801

1518 Savannah Hwy • Charleston, SC 29407

(843)

571-2727 WWW.VOLVOOFCHARLESTON.COM Market based prices only valid for date of publication. *The Volvo factory-backed CPO warranty fully covers every part not specifically excluded: including the replacement or repair of thousands of components, systems and operations. You can also purchase additional coverage equal to 8-years/100,000 miles or 8-years/125,000 miles. *Calculated from the in-service date and 0 miles. Hendrick Affordable Vehicles do not qualify for factory warranty. With approved credit. All prices are plus applicable sales tax, tag and title fees. Photos for illustration purposes only.