10-17-2014 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 5, No. 38

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

Friday, October 17, 2014

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437th APS Airmen meeting the mission U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit

437th Aerial Port Squadron Airmen push cargo onto a C-17 Globemaster III, Oct. 8, 2014, on the flightline at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The squadron is prepared to meet short-notice, worldwide mobility taskings in support of national objectives, and plans and executes support for more than 50 percent of all joint airborne and air transportability training missions flown by Air Mobility Command and Reserve forces in support of Joint Operations. See more photos at www.charleston.af.mil.

Project STAR helps Airmen and Sailors shine

By Staff Sgt. Renae Pittman Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Both of these policies will help to reduce DUI's and firsttime alcohol-related incidents.

Alcohol-free alternative activities have included events such as the "Awesome Obstacle Course," the Paintball Challenge, the Reindeer Run, and the recent Run or Dye event. Hundreds of Airmen and Sailors have participated in these events, which include competitions, prizes, and food.

During the upcoming year, at least two Project STAR alternative activities are being planned for each quarter. Members of Project STAR have found that planning alternative activities not involving alcohol is one of the largest contributions to their success State Project Manager Terecia Wilson said, "Project STAR is a collaborative effort that involves many community partners working on all the various Project STAR Task Groups with Joint Base Charleston personnel. Partners include representatives from MUSC; local colleges and universities with large underage populations; The Charleston Center and The E.K. Kennedy Center, which are the local alcohol and drug abuse commissions; transportation partners from the Berkeley-Charleston-Dorchester Council of Governments, Tri-County Link and CARTA; and the 9th Circuit Alcohol Enforcement Team, which includes numerous local law enforcement agencies, solicitors, and judges."

Joint Base Charleston is the first joint base to receive

How do you take the third worst state in the country for the number of traffic fatalities that are drunk driving related and turn it around? How do you address an increasing number of underage drinking incidents and DUIs on Joint Base Charleston? Two years ago when Joint Base Charleston leadership asked these very questions, it got its answer – Project STAR (Safety Through Alcohol Responsibility).

Project STAR is a program involving members from the Air Base, Weapons Station and the local community who have come together and started creating strategies on how to reduce the number of underage alcohol related incidents and DUIs in the community and on Joint Base Charleston.

"The goal is awareness, safety and reduction by finding alcohol-free alternative activities Airmen and Sailors can participate in as well as creating, strengthening, and implementing policies that can help, including awareness with the local businesses and the community," said Shari Harrison, Local Project Coordinator for Project STAR. "Project STAR Task Groups have updated and strengthened the DUI Battle Plan and have created an Off-Limits Policy that would apply to local retailers who continue to sell alcoholic beverages to underage personnel."

Vietnam Wall Memorial tribute stops at Patriots Point

INSIDE

Courtesy photo / Jim Vickers

THE COMPANY 15th AS pushes the boundaries

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1CTCS

Marching for readiness

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The Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard stands at parade rest during the opening ceremony for the traveling Vietnam Memorial tribute wall at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Oct. 9, 2014, in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. The tribute wall was on display through Oct. 12.

The opening ceremony included remarks by Medal of Honor Recipient Maj. Gen. James Livingston, several state and local officials, a performance by the U.S. Marine Corps Band of Parris Island and a gun salute by the JB Charleston Honor Guard.

Col. Jeffrey DeVore, JB Charleston commander, Navy Capt. Timothy Sparks, JB Charleston deputy commander, and Col. John Lamontagne, 437th Airlift Wing commander were also in attendance.

WRAP UP

Fire Prevention Week

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money from the Military Discretionary Grant Program, which funds the project. Through an agreement with the Department of Justice and the U.S. Air Force, Project STAR was awarded $624,310 on a three-year time line to find long-term solutions to alcohol-related drinking problems.

According to Harrison, "There is a need to focus attention on this problem through a comprehensive community approach, using evidence-based strategies and countermeasures."

The last two years have been full of challenges, whether personnel turn-over or trying to find common ground between branches of the military and community members.

"One of our biggest challenges is on the logistics side of the house – getting members living off base to participate in activities here on base, and getting those single Airmen and Sailors that don't have cars, out to the planned events," said Harrison.

Since many young Sailors on the Weapons Station are attending school, a large number of them don't have vehicles.

Tri-County Link, the local public transit agency that serves Berkeley County, stepped up to the plate and joined Project STAR in a pilot transportation initiative, starting a new route that runs on the weekends from the Weapons Station to Northwoods Mall, where Sailors can connect with CARTA buses to downtown Charleston. Once in the downtown area, Sailors can ride local shuttles at no cost.

"We are saving them a lot of money in taxi fees--the shuttle only costs $11.75 round trip to downtown Charleston compared to $60 or $80 they could be spending on taxis one-way."

Harrison said.

"Teamwork around the base and local community members, to include local law enforcement agencies, help with things like DUI checkpoints," said Terecia Wilson, the state project manager for Project STAR. "DUI checkpoints serve as a deterrent to those who chose to put others at risk by drinking and driving. DUI checkpoints are a proven, evidencebased strategy to reduce DUI's. Under the Work Plan for See Project STAR, Page 5

DUI CONDITION:

YELLOW! 318 TOTAL SAVES FOR 2014

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# of Days Since Last JB Charleston DUI - 5 (Oct. 12, 2014 - NNPTU)

Total # of DUIs for JB Charleston 2014 - 21

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To volunteer, email AADD.charleston@charleston.af.mil The JB Charleston DUI Battle Plan: https://eim.amc.af.mil/org/628ABW/JBCharlestonDUIBattlePlan/default.aspx

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Don't believe everything you read

The Patriot • October 17, 2014

Joint Base Charleston Air Base & Weapons Station About The Patriot

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By Col. Jeffrey DeVore Joint Base Charleston commander

Don't believe everything you read.

I can't tell you how many times I have heard that throughout my career. And while it is certainly true, I think we need to be careful of overusing the term.

I was visiting the Galley the other day and sat down with a few Sailors while eating lunch. They were discussing some of the recent relief actions involving commanders and senior enlisted personnel in the Navy. When I asked about where they were getting their information, they cited a few Navy internet sites and some non-Department of Defense blogs. I wasn't familiar with all of their sources, but the topics they brought up were excellent and really challenged me as a commander and leader.

One Sailor said, "You probably don't like us reading those blogs. Don't believe everything you read, right sir?"

back and rethink my position.

I think my answer As a service member and a commandsurprised them. er, this is what you want and expect from While I do think your people. These Sailors are not in my you need to be critichain of command, but I am glad they cal of what you read, were not happy with accepting the status I am glad they are quo. They are thinking of their future, reading things which learning about a variety of issues, and spark such candid willing to talk about those issues with dialogue. I was actutheir leadership. Trust between commandally very impressed ers and their people is paramount. There on the depth of the has to be an avenue where communication topics they talked can flow in a professional manner. Thank about. I found myself you to those Sailors for having trust in me. taking notes to check So, it's true, don't believe everything up and review some you read, but thank you for seeking things. Maybe I am Col. Jeffrey DeVore knowledge and taking a different perspeccrazy, but I loved the tive on issues and having a solid discusfact these Sailors were out looking for information. I loved the fact sion. I am a better commander for it, and I hope they professionally challenged me on what they you are a better Sailor, Airman, Soldier, Marine, read. And I loved the fact that it forced me to go Coast Guardsman and civilian as a result as well.

The Company: Part II

By Lt. Col. Cassius Bentley 15th Airlift Squadron commander

In a May Patriot article, I described "The Company" (another nickname for the 15th Airlift Squadron) and how the people and not the machine (in our case, the C-17) deliver humanitarian aid or combat power to the warfighter.

However, the efforts of some amazing Airmen are often only represented by a C-17 tail flash on a ramp. At the time of the previous article, we did not realize that in just over two months, the Company's deployment efforts as an Expeditionary Airlift Squadron would literally dominate international news and be viewed by billions. We assumed, and then realized during the deployment, that the Company extended its membership well beyond the 15th AS. In late July for the first time ever, the 437th Airlift Wing sent off a combat squadron under the new Lead Wing construct. Simply put, a Charleston squadron would lead and hold responsibility for all three deployed C-17 bases in the Persian Gulf, executing up to 98 combat C-17 missions a week. The 15th AS just happened to lead the new construct, as it was our turn in the rotation; however we did not do it alone. With a 47 percent increase in manning requirements, we received help from every one of our active duty sister squadrons, every 315th Airlift Wing Reserve squadron, and the Memphis Air National Guard. We formed a formidable Total Force Integration team with phenomenal executional results that delivered more than 73 million pounds of cargo flying more than 4,400 combat hours.

Through the TFI initiative, the Company proudly extended its membership.

In fact, our high time fliers were not 15th AS members, but rather teammates from the Reserves (Capt. Scott Fredrickson, 317th Airlift Squadron and Tech.

Sgt. Eric Baldoni, 300th Airlift Squadron) who logged more than 250 combat hours in 60 days. W We also had the privilege to serve with some amazing flying crew chiefs, Aircrew Flight Equipment, Ravens, Crew Comm, and Intel Airmen. I would like to share with you some of the remarkable individual stories of the Company, beginning with our story that dominated international news.

In early August and shortly after our arrival, the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant militants issued an ultimatum to the minority religious group known as the Yazidis, telling them they must convert to Islam, pay a religious tax, flee or be put to death. Faced with these threats, the Yazidis fled to Sinjar Mountain with only the clothes on their back, leaving them in desperate need of food and water. Within 24 hours of our tasking, the Company integrated with a robust armed overwatch, command and control assets, and additional U.S. mobility aircraft to airdrop approximately 42,000 pounds of life-saving water and 27,000 pounds of food. This was the first time in more than 11 years that an airdrop had occurred in Iraq.

The Iraqi Ministry of Immigration and the displaced Yazidis welcomed the aid drops; and the ministry's spokesman touted the support saying the drops came "just in time."

During the next six days, the Company planned integrated humanitarian aid airdrop missions incorporating Great Britain and Australian mobility forces.

These efforts enabled Kurdish forces to evacuate thousands of refugees each night and ensured that those who remained on the mountain had access to food and water.

After a pause in airdrops, the Company was tasked again to conduct human-

itarian aid airdrops with the British, French and Australian mobility forces near the besieged town of Amerli in northern Iraq. The additional airdrop and airstrikes were authorized to aid the thousands of Shia Turkmen who were cut off from receiving food, water and medical supplies for two months by ISIL. After the Sinjar Mountain drops, President Obama stated, "Give thanks to our men and women in uniform--especially our brave pilots and crews over Iraq who are protecting our fellow Americans and saving the lives of so many men, women and children that they will never meet."

As a witness of the tireless effort of many, I can affirm, we were "all in" as the Iraqi airdrops encompassed our entire EAS and we are very humbled to partake in such a historic operation.

Other stories may not have made it on the news, but were still distinctive stories of the Company. One of our young pilots, 1st Lt. Stephen Saam got to spend time at his deployed location with his brother, who works at the State Department. That must have been some pretty proud parents of two sons that serve their nation and some comfort knowing that brothers were sharing meals more than 7,000 miles away.

Often, as we were watching the news, we would soon get a phone call to place us remotely in the storyline. The most sobering illustration was the mission re-cut that Capt. James Cruz, 1st Lt. Alana Benishek, Staff Sgt. Seth Dunworth, and Airman 1 Class Allen Corona flew in transporting the first general officer killed in combat since Vietnam (Maj. Gen. Greene) from Afghanistan to Germany. As in every dignified transfer, the crew was humbled and honored to be a part of a fellow American's journey home.

We discovered during our deployment that we were actually closer to the storyline than initially expected. As a childhood friend of the general's son, 1st Lt. Nicholas Strobel was extremely proud his teammates were chosen to pay respects during the general's journey home. During the initial reporting of the tragedy, Senior Airman Meghan Wendel, 437th Operation Support Squadron was deeply concerned as her dad was also present that day when an Afghan soldier opened fire at a military academy near Kabul. Tears were shed when Wendel, by happenstance, later reunited with her dad in an EAS orientation flight to Afghanistan.

Every Sept. 11, we reflect and remind ourselves why we serve our great nation. We can also recall where we were on that day in 2001. Our unit deployment manager in the EAS, Staff Sgt. Megan Rich-Aiken from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, remembers vividly that day as her mom worked in the World Trade Center. For three days after the towers fell, she did not hear from her mom, but thankfully her mom did eventually make it home to Brooklyn. In her honor, Staff Sgt. Rich-Aiken flew the American Flag on one of our Sept. 11 downrange missions.

During the deployment, the Company grew its membership; but more importantly, we had the opportunity to strengthen our bonds and learn more of our Airmen's stories. The Company discovered that with sole focus on our core competencies, we were an unstoppable airlift combat force. As a commander, I reconfirmed that I must persistently find ways to take care of the Airmen that I serve, mitigate distractions to maximize focus on mission and still safeguard opportunities to have fun. For 60 plus days, we did just that.

The Company worked hard, stayed smart and kept morale high. I could not have been more humbled and proud to serve shoulder to shoulder with the Company!

Take precautions - It can all be gone in a flash

By Lt. j.g. Danielle Donnelly Naval Health Clinic Charleston

"This is a date you'll remember for the rest of your life."

That was what the Red Cross worker told me and my husband the day our home burned down.

She was right.

That date was Jan. 21, 2014 - the day our apartment building went up in flames, and so too, did most of our belongings.

We lost nearly everything. Thankfully, we were safe, but most of our possessions had been destroyed. Our only saving grace was a fire-proof safe that had protected our most important documents from the fire.

Just eight months prior, a relative had given us that fire-proof safe as a wedding gift. In it we had filed away our social security cards, birth certificates, marriage certificate, passports, the rental agreement, spare checkbooks and car titles.

I can only imagine how extremely difficult and time-consuming it would have been for us to replace these items, if we had no form of ID or proof of citizenship, and now no mailing address to have replacements sent.

We did have renters' insurance. In fact, I remember reading over the insurance contract before signing it and learning the meaning of "personal liabil-

ity." Personal liability is basically there to cover yourself from lawsuits filed against you and the landlord if, for example, someone on your premises slips and hurts themselves because of your rug.

It does not actually cover your personal belongings in the event of a fire or flood. Unfortunately, there were a handful of people in my apartment building who did not understand the difference and signed up for the policy that only covered personal liability and not their personal belongings; they received no compensation after losing everything. My husband and I fortunately had our household items covered and received a check from the insurance company a little over a month after the fire.

But in the meantime, we had nothing. No home.

No clothes. No possessions.

It was by the support from friends, family and the community that we were able to recover so quickly. We were genuinely surprised and grateful for the generosity of our coworkers, fellow Sailors and family members who quickly came together to aid us in our time of crisis. They made donations of furniture, gift cards, clothes, blankets, cooking utensils and toiletries. More importantly, they offered sagely advice and emotional support. The housing office helped move us into a home on base. The Red Cross was also a great resource for us. In fact, on the day of the fire, the Red Cross was there handing out emergency fund cards, bathroom

toiletries, clothes, Goodwill vouchers, contact numbers for counseling, and more to the survivors.

Often times catastrophic events like a fire, can destroy people's lives or put them on hold.

According to the National Coalition for the Homeless, catastrophic events account for nearly 30 percent of homelessness. How a single event can change a person's life so drastically is indeed a frightening thought. People with no safety nets and no social support have a much harder time recovering, or may never recover at all.

With most of our family in Indiana, they could only do so much for my husband and me at the time, which is why I am especially grateful to my wonderful coworkers and fellow Sailors for being there for us. I am also grateful that we have charitable organizations like the Red Cross and the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. Without these social safety nets, I have no doubt that my family and I would have ended up becoming homeless.

No matter where one lives, it is always wise to take precautions ahead of time. Renters insurance and a fire-proof safe made a huge difference in how quickly we were able to rebuild our lives.

After reflecting on what had happened to us and what could have happened as a result of the fire, I now fully appreciate the importance of renter's insurance, a fire-proof safe, and outside help from my friends, family, and the community.

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Fraud, waste and abuse From Joint Base Charleston Office of Special Investigations

Fraud, waste and abuse investigations are a responsibility of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations and we need your help in identifying and reporting fraudulent activities.

While a significant amount of AFOSI resources are designated to investigate fraud allegations, the Joint Base Charleston community is truly our greatest asset and can assist in identifying fraud, waste and abuse. In the past few years, AFOSI has recovered more than a billion dollars defrauded from the Air Force worldwide. While this is a staggering amount of money, it is estimated that only 10 percent of fraudulent activity is identified and reported. Imagine how much more could be recovered if more people were better informed about what to look for and the different reporting options.

What is fraud?

How do I know what to look for?

How do I report it?

Can I report it anonymously?

All of those are great questions.

Fraud is defined as the crime of obtaining money or some other benefit by deliberate deception. It can be theft of money, services, supplies, etc. Unfortunately it's not always that simple or obvious. Fraud is found in many forms such as product substitution, bribery, identity theft, money laundering, embezzlement and submitting false documentation. An easy example is a

services contractor who is supposed to vacuum your office floors once a week.

However, the contractor only does it once every two weeks. A more complex example is a construction contractor who uses materials that are manufactured in a foreign country that violates the Buy American Act. Since there are too many examples and indicators to cover here, just remember that if you suspect it, there is a reason and your next step should be to contact AFOSI or at least someone in your chain of command. Give OSI the opportunity to assess the information provided and determine if there is a need to further investigate.

There are three options to report suspected crimes to AFOSI and remain completely anonymous, regardless of the nature of the suspected crime: 1. You can report fraud by coming directly to our office located at 102 South Graves Avenue, building 203 or by phone at 963-3248.

2. For anonymous reporting, Text "AFOSI" and your tip to 274637 (CRIMES). There is also a Smartphone app you can download from your mobile provider's marketplace called TipSubmit.

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Report online: Go to https://www.tipsubmit.com/WebTips.aspx ?AgencyID=1111. You can also find the link and instructions for submitting anonymous tips at our website www.osi.af.mil.

Anyone wanting a one-on-one or unit briefing from AFOSI on fraud indicators call OSI at 963-3248 and a briefing will be scheduled.

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Combat Camera Airmen ruck for readiness

By Staff Sgt. Christopher Griffin 1st Combat Camera Squadron

More than 20 Airmen from the 1st Combat Camera Squadron completed a Sensitive-Site Exploitation ruck march exercise Sept. 26, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The training event was held to help ensure imagery-capturing warfighters are able to meet mission requirements, to include providing imagery of strategic and operational importance in austere conditions.

Combat Camera Airmen grabbed their cameras and packed their ruck sacks with weights varying from 30 to 60 pounds, representative of the loads they would carry during actual missions. The Airmen were then divided into three teams and headed out on a five-and-a-half-mile trek. Half way through the march, each team received an intelligence briefing detailing a simulated sensitive-site and their mission to document it. Following the exercise, Airmen brought their imagery back to be evaluated by the squadron's senior leaders.

"When we started marching, my entire body felt it, but in the end I was really proud of the training I accomplished," said Senior Airman Alexandra Minor, 1st CTCS combat photojournalist. "I feel like it helped prepare me physically for U.S. Air Force photos / Senior Airman Nicholas Byers combat."

An aerial photo taken with an unmanned quad copter documents members of the 1st Combat Camera Squadron participating During the SSE, Airmen had to visually capture simulated in a ruck march Sept.

26, 2014, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The purpose of the ruck march was to train Airmen to capture scenarios involving weapon caches, aircraft, and casualties in critical imagery in austere conditions. preparation for real-world missions. With limited time on site, teams were divided up and tasked to document different areas of the site from man-made Members of the 1st markers to disturbed vegetation.

Combat Camera "It's important that we train together, facing some of the conditions that could occur in comSquadron march bat," said Capt. Jonathan Simmons, 1st CTCS flight commander. "I believe Airmen who during a Sensitive-Site Exploitation ruck march rucked with me that day will be better prepared for similar situations down range."

Sept. 26, 2014, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. A ruck march is a fastpaced hike done while carrying

SCRA protections not extended to non-military/non-dependents

From 628th Air Base Wing and 315th Airlift Wing Judge Advocates

Be careful before adding a friend or family member to your lease agreement.

Although the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act affords certain protections to military members and military dependents, those protections do not extend to non-military members.

Most service members are aware that that if they deploy, make a permanent change of station, separate or retire, they are permitted to terminate their residential or automobile lease if certain requirements are met. For example, for residential leases, the member must enter the lease prior to receiving orders, the orders must be for a period of not less than 90 days, and the landlord must receive written notice along with a copy of the orders or a letter from the commander when orders are not available.

Active-duty members may terminate their automobile lease if, after they entered the lease, they received military orders for a change of permanent station from the continental United States to a location outside the continental United States or a PCS from an OCONUS state to any location outside of that

state. Activated reservists and National Guardsmen may terminate automobile leases if the lease was entered into prior to being activated and the orders are for at least 180 continuous days.

When the proper procedural requirements are met, the military member and the member's dependents are permitted to terminate the lease under SCRA. SCRA protections are not afforded to non-military members who are on the lease. Therefore, if you sign a lease with a non-military friend or family member who is not a dependent, that person will be bound by the terms of the lease which may include early termination fees as well as the monthly rent that is due until the unit is rented to someone else.

This article is not intended to replace seeking legal advice from an attorney. Legal assistance is provided at the Air Base on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. for military in uniform and from 1 to 3 p.m. for everyone else. Legal Assistance is available at the Naval Weapons Station on a walk-in basis Mondays from 8 to 11 a.m. and on Fridays by appointment from 8 a.m. to noon. Call 9635502 for all inquiries and appointments.

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Project STAR - continued from Page 1 Project STAR, DUI checkpoints will be conducted periodically on both sides of Joint Base Charleston and in a target area surrounding Joint Base Charleston."

Besides sponsoring alcohol-free alternative activities, the grant money has been used to purchase equipment such as "drunk goggles" and go-karts to assist the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment program in raising awareness on base of how alcohol impairs the ability to safely operate a vehicle.

Project STAR has also purchased Passive Alcohol Sensors, flashlights with alcohol sensors on them, to assist with the local DUI checkpoints, as well as for use when checking ID's at the gates and during dorm/barracks patrols.

Project STAR is based on the use of evidence-based, proven strategies that when fully implemented can be effective in reducing first-time alcohol-related incidents among underage military personnel, as well as reducing their involvement (and those who are of-

age) in DUI-related crashes, injuries and fatalities. Grant requirements included conducting a comprehensive Needs and Resources Assessment to determine the extent of the underage drinking problem on Joint Base Charleston as well as the development of a detailed work plan addressing the findings of the Needs Assessment. Eight Task Groups were formed to create individual Work Plans for various Project STAR strategies, such as coalition development, compliance checks, additional enforcement, local policy development, DUI checkpoints, alternative activities and other environmental strategies.

"With all the money invested in these young men and women, and certainly the tremendous need for what they do, they need to be at 100 percent." said Wilson. "If you have been binge drinking over the weekend then you can't be at your best. Everything in this project is designed to encourage responsible choices so that you can have a great career in the military."

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Col. Jones takes command of 628th Medical Group

U.S. Air Force photo / Eric Sesit

Col. Jeffrey DeVore, Joint Base Charleston commander, passes the 628th Medical Group guidon to Col. Margret Jones as she assumes command of the 628th MDG Oct. 16, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Jones’ previous assignment was as Deputy Medical Group Commander and Commander, 21st Medical Operations Squadron, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. Jones is replacing Col. Judith Hughes, who will retire after more than 27 years of Air Force service.

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Members of Joint Base Charleston play corn hole during Oktoberfest Oct. 10, 2014, at the dorm picnic area on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The event celebrated the contributions, sacrifice and service of JB Charleston’s first six (E1-E6) personnel, and featured free food, games, drinks and fun.

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Fire prevention week celebrated at JB Charleston

A Joint Base Charleston Fire Department fireman gives out snow-cones to children during a JB Charleston’s Fire Department fire prevention week event Oct. 7, 2014, at the Air Base Exchange on JB Charleston, S.C. Children from the Brig. Gen. Thomas R. Mikolajcik Child Development Center pretend to put out a fire Oct. 6, 2014, at the CDC parking lot on Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Sparky the fire dog greets children during Joint Base Charleston Fire Department fire prevention week event Oct. 7, 2014, at the Air Base Exchange on JB Charleston, S.C. Fire prevention Week was Oct. 5 through 11, and the JB Charleston Fire Department hosted several events around the Air Base and Weapons Station. Fire prevention week was established in 1925 by President Calvin Coolidge when he became aware that close to 15,000 American citizens had been killed in fires the previous year.

The Joint Base Charleston Fire Department visits the Brig. Gen. Thomas R. Mikolajcik Child Development Center, Oct. 6, 2014, on JB Charleston, S.C.

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Sparky the fire dog visits children at the Brig. Gen. Thomas R. Mikolajcik Child Development Center, Oct. 6, 2014, on Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

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SAPR Corner Roles and responsibilities of the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

By Florine King 628th Air Base Wing SARC

At the heart of the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program are the Sexual Assault Response Coordinators and SAPR Victim Advocates, who support victims throughout the reporting and response process.

The SARC is considered the center of gravity and single point of contact for coordinating victim care while focusing on the victim, doing what is necessary and appropriate to support victim recovery when a sexual assault is reported, 24/7, 365 days a year.

SARCs wears many hats in the performance of their duties, including; consultant to the installation wing commanders, providing them a broader understanding of the command climate in regards to sexual assault, victim issues and support which addresses a wide variety of issue related to sexual assault; oversight of all sexual assault cases; co-chairs monthly Case Management Group meetings; manage and maintain the SAPR budget to ensure viability

of the program; oversees training and education of volunteer victim advocates; ensure victims are assigned a victim advocate; tracks/reports sexual assault numbers; supervise the SAPR VA’s, and may also be called on to perform victim advocacy duties.

The SARC’s overall priority is direct assistance to victims of sexual assault, education on sexual assault, activities for prevention and awareness, areas of interpersonal violence, and providing annual sexual assault prevention training throughout the installation.

The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program is victim driven and the priority must be that of providing one-on-one direct, interpersonal support to sexual assault victims, crisis intervention, referral and ongoing support. The SARC is called upon to assist victims through their initial response, investigative, legal and recovery processes, providing information on available options and resources.

We are here to assist you, and rest assured that your discussions with anyone in the SAPR program are confidential.

Air Base 24-Hour Response Hotline 843-963-SARC (7272) Air Base Civilian Victim Advocate 843-327-7369 Air Base SARC 843-817-8397

Weapons Station 24-hour Response Hotline 843-478-8615 Weapons Station Civilian Victim Advocate 843-834-4527 Weapons Station SARC 843-276-9855

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Upcoming Domestic Violence Awareness Events

October 21: A Conversation with the Ombudsman on Domestic Violence with the Weapons Station Family Advocacy Program at the Eagles Nest from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 23: "Commanders Chat & Chew on their Role in Response to Domestic Violence" at the Eagles Nest located at the Weapons Station from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

628th ABW Victim Advocates

Tech Sgt. Toccara Evans - 628th LRS/MSA Master Sgt. Aleisha Jordan - 628th FSS/FSOX Senior Airman Patvia Brice - 628th LRC/LGRMCC Staff Sgt. Michelle DeMers - 1st CTCS/AOK 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 Staff Sgt. Dana Alderete - 437 MXS/MXOA Florine King, SARC - 628th WSA, SARC Shelia Bacon, SAVA - 628th WSA, SAVA Staff Sgt. Noemi McConico - 628th LRS

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Chapel Corner My religious freedom

By Lt. Col. Ronald Apollo 315th Airlift Wing Chaplain

The four pillars of resiliency in the Air Force are: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Airmen can build their spiritual resiliency by practicing their faith. When we are faced with death and suffering in the heat of a fight, our faith helps us to not give up.

Our belief calls us to aid our world and fellow man at all costs. This is what makes America great. We often fight for countries that would

never allow us to practice our faith in their country.

Why do we do it then?

It is an act of love and kindness that comes from a heart that is spiritual as a country. It has been said, “No greater love hath a man then that he lay down his life for a friend.” In America not only do we do this for friends but also for strangers. We have a golden opportunity to practice our faith in the spiritual pillar.

Let’s live a life that reaches out to others. Our lives should be our biggest testimony.

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CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel PROTESTANT SERVICES SUNDAY 10 a.m. - WS Traditional Service - With Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. - AB Evangelical Protestant Service - With Children’s Church

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MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) For Moms with kids birth through kindergarten.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at Old Fort Baptist Church, 10505 Dorchester RD. Summerville, SC 29485. Contact Heather Hansen 873-2283 for more information.

The Coastal Chapter of SCORE will hold a free workshop for veterans only who are considering starting their own business or have started but need assistance. The workshop will be 9am - 3pm on Friday, Oct-31st at the Lonnie Hamilton III (Charleston County complex), 4045 Bridge View Drive, N Charleston, SC 29405 (lunch included).

We will also be awarding $1000 to the veteran with the best business idea. The workshop will cover: the business idea, writing a business plan, marketing process, financing options. To register for this workshop, go to: coastal.score.org / Local Workshops tab.

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2nd Annual Wounded Warrior deer hunt a success

By Senior Airman Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Joint Base Charleston held its second annual Wounded Warrior Deer Hunt Oct. 2 and 3, at Marrington Plantation on the Weapons Station.

Seven wounded warriors from the Wounded Warrior program were given the opportunity to deer hunt for two days thanks to this initiative which provides therapeutic outdoor recreational activities and camaraderie to active-duty Wounded Warriors who are engaged in ongoing recovery and rehabilitation programs.

Both mornings of the hunt began with volunteer game wardens escorting the Wounded Warriors to their designated hunting locations throughout Marrington Plantation, 1,600 acres of pristine woodlands on Joint Base Charleston that now serves as one of the premier military recreational facilities in the world.

The hunting locations were carefully selected for safety and to ensure the wardens knew exactly where everyone was located. From there, they were able to hunt for deer throughout the morning.

"It was an awesome experience," said Marine Sgt. Isles Oriel, a Wounded Warrior from Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. "Everyone involved in the organization worked together very well. Every

time I got into a tree stand, I was able to shoot a deer."

Oriel brought down deer on both days of the event, including a nine-point buck.

"Joint Base Charleston military, civilian and community volunteers came together to put on this second annual Wounded Warrior [hunt]," said Terrence Larimer, Joint Base Charleston Natural and Cultural Resources manager. "And we're thankful for their support," "These men gave so much for their country," said Eugene Martin, a local resident and volunteer at Marrington Plantation. "The least I can do is give back to them."

And through the significant participation of the Lowcountry Chief Petty Officer's Association, Larimer was able to expand the number of event volunteers, keeping the two day hunt running smoothly.

"Their support along with volunteers from the base's Natural Resource program was invaluable," said Larimer. "With that continued support we hope to expand to 15 Wounded Warrior participants next year."

For more information on how to get involved in next year's Wounded Warrior hunt, contact Terrence Larimer at (843) 794-7951.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Tom Brading

Marines from Camp Lejeune, N.C., and Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., enjoyed two days of deer hunting Oct. 2 and 3, 2014, at Marrington Plantation on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. (Left to right) Sgt. Martin Carrizales, Sgt. Isles Oriel, Cpl. Richard Ung, Cpl. Garrison Benz, Sgt. Mike Jacobs and Sgt. Christopher Hancock.

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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.

October 20-24 / A “Transition GPS Workshop for Separatees” will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn how to transition and become “career ready” with ease. Spouses are encouraged to attend! Note: receipt of your mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefing (held on Thursdays) is required prior to attending this workshop.

October 21 / A “Good Credit—I Want That!” class will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Whether trying to build, fix, or maintain good credit, learn what it takes to reach a great score.

October 22 / 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.

October 24 / A “VA Benefits Briefing” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Learn about all your VA benefits in this briefing! If you are exempt from the TAP GPS Workshop, you will need this. Open to all Active Duty. / A “Troops to Teachers” class will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Receive counseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition into a new teaching career.

October 28 / A Key Spouse Update for appointed Key Spouses will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1230 p.m.

October 28-29 / The Trident Breast Care Center at 9330 Medical Plaza Drive in Charleston, is conducting a Mammogram-a-thon Oct. 28 and 29, from 9 to 11 a.m. and from noon to 3 p.m. The mammograms are being offered in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Week. If you have not had a mammogram within the past year and are interested in receiving one, contact Capt. John Kramer or Maj. Stephen Saunders at 963-6738 no later than Oct. 10. An appointment time will be provided to you at the time of your call and you will be asked to provide your current address and telephone number.

October 29 / 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.

October 30 / 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-

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October 31 / 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 of how to enroll/maintain your account, investments and more.

November 1 A “Heart Link - Charleston Orientation for USAF Spouses” will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; join us for this fun orientation.

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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. / USAF Academy - Airmen interested in receiving a commission through the USAF Academy should contact Ms. Rita Hughson at the Base Education Center, 895-1838, options 5 or 6. Please review AFI 36-2019 and http://academyadmissions.com. The Shaw AFB USAF Academy Admissions Liaison Officer is Lt Col (Ret) Chan Floyd, 895-2984. Application deadline is 31 Jan 2014. / Volunteer Excellence Award (VEA) - Nomin-ations are due

by COB 10 March for the VEA that recognizes sustained volunteer service of federal civilians, family members, military retirees, and federal retirees. For further information on format and where to submit, please call Airman and Family Readiness Center at 963-4406 or Fleet and Family Support Center at 794-7480.

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Events

All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station (Building 755) unless otherwise specified. To register for a class or event, please call 797-7480.

October 20 / Ombudsman Basic Training, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ombudsman Basic Training is the CNIC Standardized "Basic Training" consisting of nine modules which must be taken in sequential order and are required for all Ombudsmen and those wishing to complete their CNIC Ombudsman certification process. This training prepares ombudsmen to handle the demands of the position and offers continuing education and support. OBT covers topics such as confidentiality, communication, what is reported and how to report, local and national resources, and much more! To register, contact the Ombudsman Coordinator at the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 21 / Conflict Resolution, 9 to 11 a.m. Are you experiencing conflict in the work place or at home? If so, join our class and learn how to

identify ways to effectively resolve conflict. To register, call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 22 / Four Lenses, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. What is your color personality: Blue, Gold, Green, or Orange? This workshop is designed to help individuals improve themselves through communication, time management, stress management, organization skills, change management, and informal professional development. To register, call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 23 / Federal Employment 101, 9 to 11 a.m. Are you interested in applying for a federal job? If so, attend this workshop and learn to navigate the federal job search process. To register, call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 27 / Command Financial Specialist Training, Oct. 27 -30, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Open to command appointed E-6 and above personnel only. Training attendees will learn how to assist in preventing financial problems, starting a profitable savings program, and providing members assistance in car/insurance buying or investments. Call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 28 / Educational And Scholarship Opportunities, 10 to 11 a.m. Are you interested in continuing your education? Get a jump start on planning for your college education. Learn how to apply for MYCAA, financial aid, scholar-ships, and grants available to military spouses. Call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

October 30 / Fine Tune Your Resume, 2 to 3:30. Do you have a completed resume that needs fine tuning or targeting for a specific job? If so, this workshop is for you. Call the Fleet & Family Support Center at 794-7480.

Notices

/ Cutest Baby Contest, Monthly: Fleet Family Support Center is having a Monthly Facebook Cutest Baby Contest, ages 0 to 2, 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 10 to 10:30 a.m., and Thursdays from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

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, 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, call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS at 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 cooccur 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, 794-6895.

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