Oct. 21 - Nov. 3, 2016 - The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 7, No. 19

Patriot Joint Base Charleston: ‘Launch Point For The Nation's Resolve’

October 21, 2016

Team Charleston weathers the storm

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Sean Carnes

U.S. Air Force civil engineers with the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, remove a fallen tree after Hurricane Matthew swept through Hunley Park-Air Base housing, South Carolina, Oct. 9, 2016.

All non-essential personnel evacuated the area but returned after disaster response coordinators assessed the damage and verified a safe operating environment.

By Staff Sgt. William A. O’Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – As Hurricane Matthew approached the Eastern Coast of the United States, residents of South Carolina were given an evacuation order by Governor Nikki Haley. Based on this, Joint Base Charleston leadership made the determination to issue a Limited Evacuation Order.

With limited personnel following an evacuation, the task of safely storing or moving major equipment, including 28 C-17 Globemaster IIIs, from the base’s four geographically separated locations along with evacuating almost 23,000 base employees and their families was left to a ride out team of about 400 members.

While Joint Base Charleston was preparing for the storm, an office had already planned for this day and this type of potential disaster. The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) emergency management flight works with each mission partner identifying unique needs they may have for any potential emergency. The 628th CES then creates a plan to address that particular emergency and for Hurricane Matthew. This meant not only helping to make the decision to evacuate but preparing those who would remain on base.

Because of the diverse missions of JB Charleston, the

“Our ride-out team was phenomenal,” said Danny Dean, 628th CES operations flight deputy director. “The ride-out team worked so effectively I was able to tell our recovery team they didn’t need to return until Tuesday.”

As members returned to JB Charleston on Tuesday, they were welcomed back at each gate by installation leadership from across the base.

The Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) was activated Oct. 12 to assist evacuated personnel upon their return. The EFAC is a consolidated location where families can receive disaster relief contingency information and services. It will remain open through Oct. 14 both on the Air Base and the Naval Weapons Station.

“Thank you, Joint Base Charleston,” said Col Robert Lyman, Joint Base Charleston commander. “Your performance during Hurricane Matthew was humbling to watch. You remained calm in the lead up to the storm and in the midst of many complicated tasks. You remained focused on those mission essential tasks we had to complete and on keeping people safe and evacuating families. You remained ready for the storm event itself but also to bring the base back to its full range of readiness to support the host of joint base missions we have here in Charleston, once again making Joint Base Charleston the launch point for the nation’s resolve.”

requirements include supplying food, water and shelter for the team members who stayed behind. Additional logistical concerns ranged from evacuating the largest C-17 fleet in the Air Force, evacuating and finding shelter for more than 3,000 Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit students and providing support to the prisoners and staff at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston.

“Many people look at joint basing as a huge challenge, and it certainly is, but it is also a great opportunity,” said Sarah Winberry, 628th CES installation emergency manager. “We get opportunities at Joint Base Charleston other installations never get to experience.”

Once every mission partner has an established plan for each emergency, the 628th CES emergency management flight, compiles a list of supporting agencies. These agencies provide mission partners with the resources to survive the storm along with a team to begin the recovery process after the storm passes. The team remaining on base during the storm is known as a “ride-out team.” For a category two hurricane, approximately 400 members from 23 different joint base units are needed to fulfill the duties of the ride-out team.

When the worst of the high winds and heavy rains from Hurricane Matthew subsided Saturday, the ride- out team, led by the 628th CES operations flight, began assessing the damage and restoring the base to full operational status.

EFAC provides support for returning evacuees

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JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – In response to Hurricane Matthew, the Joint Base Charleston Emergency Family Assistance Center (EFAC) was activated here Oct. 12 to assist base employees and their families returning from evacuation. The EFAC, with locations on the Air Base and the Naval Weapons Station, remained open through Oct. 14.

The EFAC is a consolidated location where families can receive disaster relief contingency information and services.

“The EFAC promotes short- and long-term recovery and the return to a stable environment and mission ready status for (Department of Defense) personnel and their families following hazardous incidents,” said Elsa Summers, the EFAC coordinator. “We provide information and referral on issues such as available resources, financial assistance, legal services, spiritual counseling, psycho/social services, non-medical clinical counseling and referrals to on and off base health providers.”

These services, to include Finance, were provided 24 hours a day to customers until Oct. 14. Financial services specific to the hurricane were available at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) and the Fleet and Family Services through Oct. 17.

Communication is key to safety

“We were prepared to process 3,000 to 5,000 travel vouchers in one week. Normally, we serve 700 to 800 customers per month,” said Maj. Samual Shimp, 628th Comptroller Squadron (CPTS) commander. “It is a lot of process flow. We try to address their needs quickly so they are able to return to their jobs.

Our assistance is available to Airmen and Naval Support Activity Group members. We are taking in all customers and routing them in the right direction.”

The financial support mainly focuses on travel vouchers, so that members are reimbursed for expenses during the evacuation. Reimbursement covers miles traveled, lodging expenses and food. To process claims more quickly, instructions were provided to evacuees in advance, so they could begin completing the voucher before arriving at the EFAC. “It is very helpful if you already have your voucher filled out as much as possible,” said Shimp. “Depending on how accurate and complete it is, we will send them straight to our auditors and make them a copy of the voucher so they can be on their way. If they are having a more difficult time, we send them to our customer service representative who will take the time to ensure the voucher is accurate. Evacuees also need to bring in any receipts over $75 and their direct deposit forms, if they’re a civilian. We will be open for vouchers at the EFAC until Tuesday. ” See Evacuees Return, Page 3

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Next Issue of the Patriot: November 4, 2016

Story and photo by Airman 1st Class Thomas T. Charlton Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

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Megan Doty (left), 628th Security Forces Squadron unit program coordinator, files out her travel voucher with Senior Airman James Hauck, 628th Comptroller Squadron financial technician, in the Emergency Family Assistance Center at the Airman and Family Readiness Center on Joint Base Charleston Oct. 13. Besides financial assistance the EFAC provides chaplain assistance, legal aid, mental health support and military and family support.

WEEKEND WEATHER UPDATE for Joint Base Charleston, SC Partly Cloudy

Friday, October 21

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Sunny Saturday, October 22

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Sunny Sunday, October 23

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Navy Corrections - A History Commentary by U.S. Navy Commander Brett Pugsley Commanding Officer, Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – Over the last century, the U.S. Navy corrections system has evolved to mirror corrections practice and philosophy used by civilian institutions around the nation.

By replacing the “Articles for the Government of the Navy (Rocks and Shoals)” with the Uniform Code of Military Justice in 1951, progressive improvements in the treatment of naval offenders resulted in the prohibition of many harsh forms of punishment, such as flogging and keel-hauling that were unique to navies world-wide.

One carry-over from the past is “confinement on bread and water or diminished rations for not more than three consecutive days,” for command military personnel in pay grades E-1 to E-3 who are attached to or embarked in a vessel.

The Chief of Naval Personnel assumed responsibility for the Navy corrections program in March 1944. Large, centralized programs for “retraining” were the basis of the system for the next 15 years. In 1959, the Retraining Commands (Norfolk, Virginia; San Diego, California; Portsmouth, New Hampshire) were disestablished.

By closing the Retraining Commands, responsibility for the Navy corrections program was transferred to the local command level where it was believed programs using education, counseling and assistance in problemsolving would be effective in creating attitude changes in Navy prisoners.

A 200-year-old tradition ended on April 28, 1969, when the term “brig” was replaced by “correctional center” for the facilities ashore. However, this proved unpopular and the term “brig” was reinstated a decade later.

The Navy’s corrections mission is: 1. To return as many people to honorable service as possible or, barring that, 2. return them to civilian life as productive citizens.

Along with many other changes in the military specifically and society in general, the Navy corrections program underwent numerous revisions during the late 1970’s and early 1980’s.

NAVCONBRIG Charleston has an additional mission to, when directed by superior authority, detain enemy combatants in accordance with the Geneva Convention.

In 1979, the Chief of Naval Operations ordered a task force to review Navy corrections. Subsequently, the adoption of recommendations by the task force re-emphasized discipline within the system and the need to operate brigs within the framework of military missions and needs.

In 1981, a second task force expanded the changes to the system and placed responsibility for routine operations and inspections with the fleet and opera-

tional commanders throughout the service.

In addition to these management decisions, the study implemented mandatory motivational programming and counseling. The changes also ordered separate program tracks for those being returned to duty and for those being discharged after confinement.

One of the more significant studies was completed in 1985 and was approved by Admiral James D. Watkins, Chief of Naval Operations.

Performed by two nationally recognized criminal justice consulting firms, in cooperation with representatives from all major Navy commands, The Navy Discipline System Study reviewed the entire Navy disciplinary system from apprehension to release, recommending a three-tier brig system.

The study brought Navy corrections into the spotlight and greatly assisted in gaining the necessary support within the Navy, Department of Defense and Congress to complete revamping of the Navy corrections system.

A renewed commitment was made to having a viable, effective restoration program as well as equipping those individuals being separated with the skills necessary to become more productive citizens.

In 1985, the Corrections and Programs Division of the Bureau of Naval Personnel began implementing the program generated by the Navy Disciplinary System Study. Called the “three tier concept,” the first or lowest tier consists of 10 waterfront brigs confining prisoners with relatively short sentences or personnel awaiting trial.

The second tier consists of two consolidated brigs responsible for holding prisoners awarded punitive discharges and serving medium length sentences.

The third tier is the U.S. Disciplinary Barracks at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas, where prisoners serving lengthy sentences are sent.

This move was part of an overall change in the way the Navy incarcerated its offenders. Previously, a brig could house prisoners with sentences ranging from a few days to several years. This system now permits prisoners to be grouped by sentence length for treatment purposes.

Today, the Commander, Navy Personnel Command, Millington, Tennessee, is responsible for providing technical assistance in administering the Navy corrections program worldwide including ship’s brigs and ashore detention and confinement facilities.

This mission is accomplished by the Office of Corrections and Programs (PERS-00D) at Navy Personnel Command. The three Naval consolidated brigs are located at Joint Base Charleston, Naval Weapons Station, Charleston, South Carolina; Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California; and Naval Support Activity Northwest Annex, Chesapeake, Virginia.

The staff of NAVCONBRIG Charleston consists of more than 200 Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Army active duty military and civilian staff.

Mindset matters most Commentary by U.S. Coast Guard Capt. Timothy Haws Commander, Coast Guard Maritime Law Enforcement Academy

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – “Words matter, actions matter more and mindset matters most,” defines my command philosophy for the U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA).

As leaders the words we choose are crucial to communicating the right message. Furthermore, we must model and practice what we preach because our actions will certainly communicate an even stronger message.

Most noteworthy, are the overriding and all important impacts of mindset/attitude on leadership and life. Let’s look at mindset within the context of policing, a topic many of us have been encouraged by current events to think about a lot recently.

The 21st century task force on policing was created by President Obama’s Executive Order “[o]n December 18, 2014 . . . to respond to a number of serious incidents between law enforcement and the communities they serve and protect. The President wanted a quick but thorough response that would begin the process of healing and restore community trust.” [1] One underlying theme from the report was the importance of a change in policing culture from that of “warriors” to “guardians.” The report quotes Plato, who said: “In a republic that honors the core of democracy—the greatest amount of power is given to those called Guardians. Only those with the most impeccable character are chosen to bear the responsibility of protecting the democracy.”

To make that culture change, much has been focused on the “mindsets” of those given law enforcement authority. The emphasis is on cultivating mindsets to stabilize and de-escalate encounters, while still respecting the U.S. constitution. Simply put, there is a shift from “warriors” looking to neutralize an enemy to “guardians” looking to protect a community.

There is definitely a time and place for a warrior mindset; combat for instance or when protection of life demands it. However, by and large, the guardian mindset should be the initial default setting for officers conduct-

ing law enforcement.

The U. S. Coast Guard, as the one military branch with law enforcement authority, has consistently instilled this nuance in enforcement; so much so, that one of its seven principles of operations is “Restraint”- handed down from Alexander Hamilton himself as founder of the Revenue Marine in 1790. In a Letter of Instruction to those early enforcement officers dated June 4th, 1791, he said: Capt. Timothy Haws “They will endeavor to overcome difficulCommander, MLEA ties, if any are experienced, by a cool and temperate perseverance in their duty—by address and moderation, rather than by vehemence or violence.”

To summarize, it is better to talk someone into compliance rather than forcing them into compliance. This requires the sometimes tedious work of listening, empathizing, asking, summarizing, explaining and even negotiating in a respectful manner.

So how does one cultivate an appropriate mindset, including the guardian mindset? It starts by performing in a manner which reflects that particular mindset and requires the will-power and self-discipline to practice and become proficient at applying it. Part of the process may mean becoming aware, mitigating and overcoming ingrained thoughts or biases counter-productive to the desired mindset.

The human mind is extraordinarily complex and we certainly don’t have all the answers, but the MLEA is committed to enabling the skills of its students including their guardian, fitness, survivor, resilience and growth mindsets. I encourage you to cultivate and enable productive mindsets daily. Such efforts will make you, your subordinates, your command and your community better.

[1] COPS Office. 2015. President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing Implementation Guide: Moving from Recommendations to Action.

Washington, DC: Office of Community Oriented Policing Services.

Making cyber security a cultural norm Commentary by Senior Airman Derrik Florkiewich 628th Air Base Wing Cybersecurity Office

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – Making cyber security a cultural norm follows the same path as learning about societal cultural norms. We learn acceptable society norms at a young age and, as circumstances change, society’s culture evolves. By being aware of situa-

tional information security awareness, people can become instinctive about cyber security. Once cyber security is instinctive, it becomes an inherent part of the culture. Good cyber security starts at home and the web offers numerous resources to assist families in making cyber security a priority: • ConnectSafely.org – Provides basic guidelines for teens and parents about cyberbullying, sexting, social networking and more.

• GetGameSmart.com – Provides information

and resources to help families make smart choices about what they play, browse and watch.

• OnGuardOnline.gov – The FTC’s main consumer-facing page to educate everyone on staying safe and secure on line.

• WebWiseKids.org – A unique organization offering fun, challenging and interactive simulations based on real-life criminal cases.

Remember, cyber security is everyone’s responsibility.

Hurricanes and domestic violence, two disasters Commentary by Brenda Edmond Family Advocacy Outreach Manager

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – As we recover from Hurricane Matthew, I can’t help but recognize the similarities between such a natural disaster and the unfortunate man-made disaster of domestic violence.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Domestic violence is a topic few people enjoy discussing. However, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Annually, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Moreover, one in three women and one in four men have been victims of physical violence by an intimate partner within their lifetime which negates the myth that domestic violence is solely a crime against women.

Domestic violence is defined as a pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic violence can be physical, sexual, emotional, economic or psychological actions or threats of actions to influence another person.

Physical Abuse: Hitting, slapping, shoving, grabbing, pinching, biting, hair pulling, etc. are types of physical abuse. This type of abuse also includes denying a partner medical care or forcing alcohol and/or drug use upon him or her.

Sexual Abuse: Coercing or attempting to coerce any sexual contact or behavior without consent. Sexual abuse includes, but is certainly not limited to, marital rape, attacks on sexual parts of the body, forcing sex after physical violence has occurred or treating one in a sexually demeaning manner.

Emotional Abuse: Undermining an individual's sense of self-worth and/or self-esteem is abusive. This may include, but is not limited to constant criticism, diminishing one's abilities, name-calling or damaging one's relationship with his or her children.

Economic Abuse: Is defined as making or attempting to make an individual financially dependent by maintaining total control over financial resources, withholding one's access to money or forbidding one's attendance at school or employment.

Psychological Abuse: Elements of psychological abuse include, but are not limited to, causing fear by intimidation; threatening physical harm to self, partner, children or partner's family or friends; destruction of pets and property and forcing isolation from family, friends or school and/or work.

See Domestic Violence, Page 3

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The Patriot • Oct. 21 - Nov. 3, 2016

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Joint Base Charleston Airman dies in ATV accident

By Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – An Airman assigned to Joint Base Charleston died on the evening of Oct. 16 in an ATV accident while off-duty near Tallassee, Alabama.

According to officials with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Airman 1st Class Morgan Brooke Blackmon, 21, from Notasulga, Alabama, was a passenger on a 2008 Ranger ATV when it overturned, causing fatal injuries. The single-vehicle crash happened on Hayes Mill Road, about eight

miles north of Tallassee. An investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.

“It’s a great loss to us all when we lose a member of our Air Force family. Team Charleston and I extend our deepest condolences and prayers to Airman 1st Class Blackmon’s family and friends during this

difficult time,” said Col. Robert Lyman, Joint Base Charleston commander.

Blackmon was a fuels distribution specialist assigned to the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron since February 22, 2016.

A memorial service will be scheduled next week at the Air Base Chapel.

Evacuees return after Hurricane Matthew - from Page 1 For those needing to file vouchers beyond Oct. 18, customers can visit Finance in Building 322 for processing.

For dependents with deployed spouses or if they have children, members of the 628th CPTS will provide more detailed, one-on-one service in a private setting.

“With my husband deployed, it was challenging to do this by myself,” said Samantha Ringer, a military spouse.

“Thanks to the help of his supervisor and one of the key

spouses, I was able to find out about the EFAC, get a travel voucher and head over to the A&FRC. Once I got there, I was greeted kindly and the two individuals worked with me patiently to fix my travel voucher. If there ever is a reason the EFAC should be used again, I think they should continue doing it like this.”

The Chaplain Corps assisted those working around the clock at the EFAC by providing food and drinks.

Additionally, they offered spiritual services to those working in and processing through the EFAC. “I’d like to personally extend my thanks to the Chaplain Corps,” said Shimp. “Their presence and support really helps my Airmen keep moving forward. We’re also especially grateful to the AFRC for allowing us to work out of their offices while we are supporting all these families.”

Domestic violence can happen to anyone - from Page 2

Just like hurricanes, domestic violence can happen to anyone regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender. It affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels. Domestic violence occurs in both opposite-sex and same-sex relationships and can happen to intimate partners who are married, living together or dating.

While all the forms of abuse certainly cannot be correlated with natural disasters, some similarities are quite evident. Hurricane Matthew brought about mass destruction and loss of lives and property. It evoked fear and intimidation to individuals throughout many states and it affected us all in spite of our race, age, sexual orientation, religion, gender or socioeconomic status. The same can be said of domestic violence.

The cycle of violence represents patterns occurring in homes where domestic violence is prevalent. The pattern includes a tension building phase where the victim feels growing anxiety in the home and may even make attempts to minimize stress to avoid the violence. This is followed by the explosion which is the actual abuse against the victim, followed by a honeymoon phase or calm where the abuser apologizes and attempts to mend the damage caused dur-

ing the explosion. Hurricane Matthew followed this pattern developing and growing stronger over the Atlantic Ocean, exploding through the Caribbean and the southeastern United States, leaving thousands to deal with the aftermath of its devastation.

Like Hurricane Matthew, the effects of domestic violence are long lasting and far reaching.

Domestic violence affects those who are abused and has a substantial impact on family members, friends, co-workers, other witnesses and the community at large. Children growing up witnessing domestic violence are among those seriously affected by this crime. Frequent exposure to violence in the home predisposes children to numerous social and physical problems and teaches them that violence is a normal way of life - therefore, increasing their risk of becoming society's next generation of victims and abusers.

Sometimes the last thing people want to do is reach out when they’re in need but Family Advocacy’s mission and primary goal is to strengthen our military families. We’re here to help. For more information please call us at 843-963-6972 (AB) or 843-794-4192 (WS).

US military provides initial critical aid in Haiti

By Tech. Sgt. Russ Scalf, Joint Task Force Matthew

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, (AFNS) – Since arriving Oct. 5, U.S. service members assigned to Joint Task Force Matthew have been operating around the clock, providing aid to citizens of western Haiti.

The team has been conducting 24-hour operations at the request of Haiti’s government to support the U.S. Agency for International Development’s disaster relief efforts in the critical early stages of the response.

“USAID requested the unique capabilities of the military because we needed to transport critically needed relief supplies to the affected areas,” said Tim Callaghan, the leader of the USAID Disaster Assistance Response Team.

“Because of the airlift they provided, we were able to move food, water and other supplies –

things that helped save lives – to communities that needed it most.”

U.S. Southern Command established JTF Matthew under the command of Navy Rear Adm. Cedric Pringle, the deputy director of Joint Interagency Task Force South, to oversee U.S. military efforts in Haiti. To date the JTF has moved more than 480 metric tons of relief supplies to Haitians whose communities were devastated by Hurricane Matthew on Oct. 4 causing more than 1,000 deaths.

“This is an opportunity to make a difference for someone else,” Pringle said.

The task force is comprised of more than 400 military members and 20 aircraft, utilizing assets from all four branches of the military and the U.S. Coast Guard to ensure aid reaches those in need. Supplies such as rice, cooking oil, hygiene kits and medical supplies arrive to an aerial port established by 134 Airmen from the 621st

Contingency Response Wing based out of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.

The supplies are accounted for and loaded for transport to communities in need. Due to the remote geography of Haiti’s Tiburon

Peninsula, the materials are loaded into Army CH-47F Chinook, UH-60 Black Hawk, and Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters for delivery. The task force will continue to support USAID as necessary.

Exchange announces 2016 Toyland toy book JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service will help military children hone in on the perfect holiday gift idea at the exchange here when its 2016 Toyland toy book is released Oct. 21 in the continental United States and Nov. 4 world-wide.

Stocked with the hottest fall toys for boys and girls of all ages, the Toyland toy book features a special assortment of toys tested by real military children, identifiable by the Military Brat-Approved logo.

“The Military Brat Approved program is just another example of the Exchange’s efforts to serve the unique needs of the greatest customers in the world,” said General Manager, Common Orris. “We want to make sure the holidays—or any gift-giving occasion—leaves a smile on the faces of our customers’ military brats.”

The toy book’s cover will feature a caricature of Alexander Johnson, who received a $500 Exchange gift card for winning the Exchange’s 2016 Toyland sweepstakes.

Johnson was selected from nearly 200 young Exchange shoppers worldwide who submitted in 10 words or less what it means to them to be a military brat. His entry read, “What it means to be a Military Brat.....It means coming home to a hero every day!!!”

The Exchange is also offering fee-free layaway through Dec. 24 to help parents keep their military brats’ gifts away from prying eyes before the holidays. For information on fee-free layaway, contact your local Exchange’s customer service desk.

Shoppers can also visit shopmyexchange.com to browse the season’s hottest toys. Online purchases of $49 ship for free when paying with a MILITARY STAR® card.

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When it comes to contamination, communication is key By 2nd Lt. Allison Egan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA –For the first time since 2008, the 628th Medical Group (MDG) conducted a joint certification course with Decon L.L.C., including a three day patient decontamination exercise.

Though decontamination training occurs annually, certified Decon L.L.C. instructor Susan Osborne facilitated the integrated In Place Patient Decontamination drill to train members of the 628th MDG team in Hazardous Waste Operations. Once completed, the team is capable of recertifying other members of the IPPD team.

“We train on the different agents, chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear - the CBRN agents,” Osborne said. “We teach the students lifesaving skills like how to triage the patients but it’s different when you’re suited up.

For instance, you have to modify how to check for breathing, how to check for circulation and things like that when you’re in the suit.”

The exercise evaluates the IPPD team in three particular areas: mission capability, setup and completion and patient decontamination. First, the students are required to ensure the shelter is operational within 15 minutes.

Second, the IPPD team must prepare to accept and decontaminate patients in the tent.

The setup is followed by the final and more challenging obstacle: communication.

“Basically, their senses are muted when they’re in the suit. Hearing, visibility, touch are degraded, so they have to modify how they triage,” said Osborne. “They are looking

for agent specific symptoms. They also have access to life saving medication for chemical exposures. Their goal is to stabilize the patient for decontamination and provide lifesaving medication.”

Once dressed in the CBRN gear, it is almost impossible to communicate verbally.

Tech. Sgt. Louis Lough, the IPPD’s outgoing team chief, emphasizes the importance of each team member knowing his or her role.

“You can’t hear well in the suit,” Lough said, “So you have to know and trust that all of your teammates know what to do and when.”

Staff Sgt. Brittaney Wigginton, one of the 14 team members certified on Sept. 15, explains how physical movement also affects one’s ability to communicate. “It’s difficult when you wear the gloves and don’t have the dexterity you are so used to having without them.”

The group however, performed above expectations.

“The one thing I appreciated was all the communication we had when setting up,” Wigginton said. “I’ve been on the team for three and a half years and we’ve never had that much communication before.”

The mission for Decon L.L.C. and the 628th Medical Clinic is to maintain a firstresponse team ready to confront chemical related emergencies. Osborne, an Air Force retiree from Public Health, enjoys staying connected to the military through these training exercises.

Together, both teams prepare Air Force medical responders to save lives, provide shelter and protect facilities in times of crisis.

Capt. Matthew Burns, 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron dental provider observes the patient decontamination tent during a patient decontamination exercise drill here Sept. 15, 2016. 628th MDG conducted a joint certification course with Decon L.L.C., including an intensive, three day patient decontamination exercise to prepare Air Force medical responders to save lives, provide shelter and protect facilities in times of crisis.

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Susan Osborne, certified Decon L.L.C. instructor observes 628th Medical Group members during a patient decontamination drill here Sept. 15, 2016.

The goal of the drill was to train participants in Hazardous Waste Operations. Once completed, the team is capable of recertifying other members of the In Place Patient Decontamination team.

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Temporary home: C-17s, crews ride out Hurricane Matthew at Fort Campbell

Story and photo by Nondice Thurman Fort Campbell Public Affairs

FORT CAMPBELL, KY. – Hurricane Matthew wreaked havoc across the East Coast in early October.

In the days prior, evacuation notices were given, including to several military installations in Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina. Among those who sought shelter from the storm were C-17 Globemaster IIIs and Airmen from the 437th Airlift Wing, Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina.

Seven aircraft and crews arrived at Fort Campbell on Oct. 5, within 12 hours after the official decision was made to evacuate.

In the days leading up to the evacuation the plan was to provide the maintenance, operations and flight crews with a 24 hour notice, but the timeframe was much shorter, said 2nd Lt. Kris Eddy, maintenance officer.

“It was very quick,” Eddy said. “We had a plan, we just had to execute it in a much shorter time span than initially anticipated.

It was amazing and it wasn’t just these guys. All the other crews at home station helped too. They multitasked well to evacuate their Families and the aircraft.”

“We were some of the last people to get off the base,” said Senior Airmen Evan Hittle, flight control specialist. “We had to wait. We had maintenance we still had to do at home. We had to make sure all the aircraft were able to leave because everyone else was evacuating.”

really a good experience to go out and The crews packed up one do something else other than being C-17 with all the gear they stuck at home port.” would need and another car“It’s pretty neat to go somewhere ried all of the personnel. else,” McKinnon said. “Also, the rea“Right now, we’re working son why we are doing it is pretty cool. on all the aircraft,” said Senior We are still actually performing home Airmen Dominique station maintenance here so we can McKinnon, crew chief. “At launch missions out of here.” home we have [crew chiefs] Conducting missions while evacuatand [assistant crew chiefs]. ed with the aircraft was not part of the We’re actually assigned to original plan, but all the crews were each aircraft, but we are all working [together].” “I think Senior Airman Dominique McKinnon, crew chief, moni- flexible with any possible change to we have just about one of each tors fuel gauges while talking with Senior Airman Evan their mission.

“Originally it was going to be a of the specialties that came Hittle, flight control specialist. The two airmen are with us,” said Hittle, who among numerous members of the 437th Airlift Wing strictly bed-down,” Eddy said. “We’re works on the flight controls, who evacuated from Joint Base Charleston, South launching missions out of here, which raises the stakes, but they’re doing navigation, fuel systems and Carolina, ahead of Hurricane Matthew. great.” indicating systems. “I am here Eddy added that they were pleased with the level of support by myself. I’m the only one from my specialty so I’ll have to work on all the aircraft. It’s the same for the other specialists. We they received from Fort Campbell, which allowed them to continue their mission from their temporary home. don’t have as much manning as we usually do.”

“It’s been great,” Eddy said. “Everyone has been helpful and For many of the maintenance personnel this was their first flexible with everything we’ve asked. We’ve been blessed.” time at Fort Campbell.

After almost a week at Fort Campbell, the last of the aircraft “I was really excited,” Hittle said. “I’ve never been [to a temporary duty station]. I’ve never been deployed either. So this was and crews returned to Joint Base Charleston on Oct. 11.

Navy celebrates 241st birthday Seaman Adrian Rivera Hernandez, a hospital corpsman at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, and Capt. Elizabeth French, senior nurse executive and department head of NHCC Dental, cut the cake during NHCC's ceremony celebrating the Navy's 241st birthday.

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Seaman Charles Diehl (left), Navy Nuclear Power Training Command machinist mate, Master Chief Petty Officer Asa Worcester (center), Joint Base Charleston command master chief and Sam Kirton, a retired Navy Master Chief Petty Officer, cut the cake during the Navy Ball celebrating the Navy’s 241st birthday. The event took place at the Embassy Suites Hotel, Charleston, South Carolina on Oct. 15. Navy tradition is to have the cake cut by the youngest and oldest Navy members present.

U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Hudson, Joint Base Charleston deputy commander, is piped aboard at the start of the Navy Ball at the Embassy Suites Hotel on Oct. 15.

Hudson was the guest speaker for the evening.

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The Navy celebrates its 241st birthday at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 15, 2016. Each attendee received a challenge coin as a memento of the event and a raffle ticket for prizes later in the evening.

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Keeping JB CHS on target Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – It’s easy to be distracted when multiple booms reverberate in the air. After pausing, those who live or work here continue on with their business, knowing the sound of multiple firearms echoing in the distance is no cause for alarm.

Every Airman is in the profession of arms regardless of job specification. Airmen fire weapons in preparation for deployments, permanent change of station moves or annual training. Airmen qualify under the careful supervision of CATM instructors. They engage targets at various distances and from different firing positions.

"CATM is required when Airmen deploy, are PCS'd within a 90-day window or, some units like (1st Combat Camera Squadron), have to fire for duty, so they train on a yearly basis,” said Staff Sgt. Alexander Elder, 628th Security Forces Squadron CATM instructor.

“Security forces have additional requirements, depending on the mission, for weapons such as: the M203 grenade launcher, M870 12-gauge shotgun and M249 and M240 machine guns.”

Elder said the 628th Security Forces Squadron CATM training curriculum is constructed so an individual who doesn’t usually handle weapons can become qualified by attending the class.

"In the classroom, we teach the fundamentals including how to break down and reassemble their weapons. Then, they usually

are able to go out to the range and fire efficiently enough to qualify," Elder said. “Even though servicemembers have to learn to shoot and qualify to graduate from basic training, it is important for us to refresh their mental and muscle memory so they can shoot with confidence.”

Joint Base Charleston’s CATM instructors usually train over 3,000 members annually.

This number includes servicemembers securing assets at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Unit and the U.S. Coast Guard.

"At the end of the day, we are all Airmen - military members," said Senior Airman Nick Kanos, 437th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment techni- Airmen fire the M4 rifle at the firing range here, Sept. 13, 2016. Airmen fired weapons as part cian. "Just like I learned how to maintain of an M4 rifle qualification course in preparation for a deployment, permanent change of staflight equipment in good operational condi- tion move or as part of annual training. tion, going through CATM allows me to refresh my knowledge in marksmanship to protect myself and those around me.”

The all-day course starts at 7:30 a.m. and continues until 5 p.m.

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“Sometimes people overlook combat arms training but it is essential for every servicemember deploying or handling weapons,” said Elder. “It is rewarding for us to know we ensure our deploying shooters are confident operating their weapons to keep themselves and their teammates safe.”

To receive CATM instruction, Airmen must get a date from their unit deployment manager.

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Measuring excellence by the milligram

By 2nd Lt. Allison Egan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – When not supporting the Coast Guard, Navy, Air National Guard and Boeing, the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory uses its technical capabilities at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base to support a range of technologies including aircraft countermeasures test sets and night vision goggle testers. “One of the difficulties,�

Staff Sgt. Cassandra Lopez says, “Is explaining something you can’t see. In this field of work, accuracy demands patience.�

Separated into two divisions, JB Charleston PMEL consists of an electronics and Weights for the Analytical Balance AT1004 are stored in a carrya physical dimensional sec- ing case on Oct. 4, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, South tion. In electronics, techni- Carolina. The weights are used to balance scales for precision U.S. Air Force photos / Aiirman 1st Class Kevin West cians monitor RF power, fre- measurements down to the microgram.

Airman 1st Class William Matlock, 437th Maintenance Squadron electronics technician, uses a quency, voltage, current and spectrum analyzer on Oct. 4, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The spectrum anaresistance. In this section, equipment such as digital multimeters and signal generators, are lyzer is used to test signal distortion, noise, and modulation for various radio frequencies. calibrated. In the physical dimensional section, technicians verify equipment dealing with, but not limited to, pressure, temperature, humidity and force. Some examples are, pressure gauges and thermometers. test points on a particular item, it can take up to an hour for just one test point to stabilize, to Specifically, the tests require extremely precise and reliable measurements. Due to the sen- obtain an accurate reading. sitivity of the equipment, the slightest deviation in temperature can affect the laboratory. If the The proper preparation, Steinberg emphasizes, is required to ensure accuracy. “Without that temperature exceeds the six-degree window of functionality, operations must be stopped. attention to detail,� he says, “you can run into traceability problems. You must stay precise and In optimal working conditions, technicians using the appropriate equipment can measure consistent.� the smallest fluctuation in weight. When using an Analytical Balance, Senior Airman Jack Though maintenance is most commonly associated with the flightline, the PMEL provides servSteinberg, a 437th Maintenance Squadron test measurement diagnostics equipment technician, ices that also extend beyond the Air Force mission. With technology spanning all branches of the is able to measure the weight of a penned signature, weighing 0.5 milligrams. military, PMEL is constantly calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing various forms of equipment.

Along with a keen eye for details, the PMEL profession requires patience. When verifying “There is always something to do,� Lopez says smiling. “There’s always something to fix.�

Be a ripple, not a tidal wave: 315th Airmen participate in communication skills training

Story and photo by 1st Lt. Justin Clark 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA – Airmen of the 315th Airlift Wing participated in leadership and communication skills training courses at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina Oct. 16. The 315th Mission Support Group hosted two classes as an outreach and mentoring opportunity for non-commissioned officers who supervise

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Classes were taught by Michelle McMeekin, community support coordinator at Joint Base Charleston, who herself is a retired senior NCO and former Airman Leadership School instructor. Over 75 Airmen attended the two sessions. “It’s about getting the Airmen to understand why it’s important to be an Airman, to call themselves an Airman,� McMeekin said. She said that often, Airmen and NCOs come in and put in quality and effective work, but don’t fully realize how the job they do every day connects to the larger Air Force mission. “It’s about understanding your role and mission, and taking pride in wearing the Air Force name tag on their chest,�

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Airmen indicated after the class that it was useful, gave them lots of new ideas on how best to communicate up the chain, and also affirmed some many of the positive approaches some were already taking. It was affirming to those NCOs who said they already agreed with what she was presenting.

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Chaplain’s Corner C-17 missions still “Help Wanted Needed”

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The college freshman lay on the bench in the gym, struggling beneath the 225 lbs. of metal contemplating whether or not he should ask for help.

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By Master Sgt. Andrew Biscoe 386th AEW Public Affairs

SOUTHWEST ASIA – The imposing C-17 Globemaster III moved through the darkness during a longer trip than is typical at the Rock, the busiest aerial port in the area of responsibility. The flight was headed to Afghanistan – another example of the steady and enduring requirements of Operation Freedom Sentinel.

“The main priority of this mission was the transport of deployers -- civilians and military alike,” said pilot 1st Lt. Scott Szalejko. “In this specific mission, most of the passengers were deploying to a base there, or returning to a well-deserved rest and recovery. Flying, in general, may seem monotonous to most people, but flying anywhere there is an increased threat requires the crew to ensure all the extra precautions are taken, from both the pilot and loadmaster sides.”

Freedom Sentinel airlift missions are much longer flights than those to Iraq. Flight time spans about 3 1/2 hours. And crews may make up to four or five stops in that country while they shuttle cargo and passengers, said Maj. Virgil Steele, commander of the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, Det. 1.

“A C-17 can hold 18 pallets of cargo,” Steele said. “We handle intratheater airlift missions and, more specifically, theater direct delivery.”

Scores of passengers sat in the Globemaster’s cavernous cargo bay Sept. 30

– along with about 31 tons of cargo. The 816 EAS flies the C-17 missions from the Rock from such stateside locations as Travis AFB, Calif., Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., JB Dix-McGuire-Lakehurst and JB Charleston, S.C., and made stops at multiple locations in Afghanistan. Despite its size, the C-17 can land on airstrips as short as 3,500 feet. That kind of reliability also required prompt and precise work on the part of the aircrew.

“If we don’t perform our duties correctly and in a timely manner, those deployers, potentially, won’t reach their destination on time, which could mean their respective units could be undermanned until they arrived,” Szalejko said. “When the main priority of the mission is the transport of passengers, the objective of the crew is to quickly and safely get those people to where they are needed.”

Steele said the crews respond to varying demands from locations throughout the theater.

“There’s an ebb and flow with the user requirements,” he said.

Those “user requirements” include taskings from the Army and from the Tanker Airlift Control Center located at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. While more cargo and passengers are being moved in and out of Iraq, the missions to Afghanistan still involve as much urgency. Steele illustrated that the mission demand is still steady from Afghanistan, noting that’s roughly a third of the 816th’s missions support Freedom Sentinel.

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Joint EOD, CCBS training yields explosive results

By Airman 1st Class Thomas T. Charlton Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA –The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight hosted a joint training exercise for the Charleston County Bomb Squad here Sept.

21, 2016.

Because the skillsets of the two units are different, training together allows them to share their varied expertise. The collaborative training creates familiarity with each other’s tactics and more effective efforts during joint responses.

“The biggest obstacle across the country is lack of inoperability between the military and civilian law enforcement bomb teams,” said Charleston County Police Sgt. Carl Makin, CCBS hazardous devices technician. “Since I’ve been here, we’ve become really close.

This exercise helps us know each other’s strengths and limitations.”

A common occurrence in the Charleston area is the discovery of ordnance from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. Much of this unexploded ordnance is found off base which results in CCBS being called. However, once

they’re on scene and see it’s a military ordnance, CCBS is required to call EOD for disposal.

“If we believe from the onset it is military ordnance, we always call,” said Charleston County Police Lt. Michael Knox, CCBS commander. “If it is confirmed, we contact command post and EOD comes to pick it up.

Charleston received a great deal of bombardment during the Civil War and with all the construction going on around here, CCBS finds old military ordnance frequently.”

To receive state funding, the CCBS must complete an exercise demonstrating their ability to execute job-related duties and show they are proficient with their equipment for state inspectors. By navigating through a scenario designed by base EOD, CCBS applied their skillset to situations they don’t normally encounter.

“By EOD setting up a scenario, while not overly complicated, it’s something a little more challenging than the average grenade call,” said Knox. “It makes my people start to use the logic tree and go step by step like they normally do. It also involves pretty much the whole team. You’ve got everyone there with a job to do. These exercises better prepare them for calls where it just isn’t a simple situation.”

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For each exercise scenario, the team was briefed on the situation, created a strategy and sent a bomb disposal robot to get a visual. After verifying the suspect package was a bomb, it was neutralized and a team analyzed the remnants.

“The main purpose today was to ensure all of our protocols U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Renae Pittman are in place and all of Detective Carl Makins, a hazardous device technician with the the guys are on the Charleston County Sheriff's Office, examines a powder sample from same wavelength,” an exploded ordnance during a training exercise here Sept 21, 2016. said Knox. “Rarely do The local bomb squads often train with members from the 628th we have everybody Civil Engineer Squadron's Explosive Ordnance Disposal flight to together like this, build relationships and streamline operating procedures between state and federal entities. See more photos at www.charleston.af.mil however the future exercises are going to involve several different agencies. I wanted but the thing about EOD work is it usually to make sure everyone was on the same page. involves about a million ways to do it and I’d rather have everything ironed out before- there’s not a wrong answer in most cases. There hand. The base did an excellent job of provid- are a few things we need to tweak, but overall, ing a scenario with a little more critical think- I think it worked out well.”

After running through scenarios for several ing than your average goal.”

Training with a unit nearly three times the hours, the teams continued their team building size of their own gave the CCBS an opportu- effort with a cookout at the EOD flight’s building.

This training was a huge benefit for the both nity to see and hear issues through a wider variety of perspectives. But training together of us and after seeing what happened out here, also benefits EOD by experiencing unfamil- I fully believe my guys are ready,” said Knox.

“I’d really like to thank the Air Force, especialiar scenarios such as drug labs.

“I think the training went great,” said Knox. ly the EOD team. They did a fantastic job of “My sergeant pointed out a couple of things to setting up the scenario. They’ve been extrememe the guys could’ve done a little differently, ly helpful and very easy to work with.”

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Events All classes or events are usually held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information or to register, please call A&FRC at 963-4406.

Oct. 26 / Educational Opportunities Counseling: 26 OCT, 1300-1600. Meet one-on-one for 30 minutes with an expert who will help you reach your educational goals. / Mandatory TAP PreSEParation Briefings: 26 OCT, 1300-1600. 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

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to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the Transition GPS Workshop.

Oct. 27 / The Anacondas In Life & The Workplace: 27 OCT, 10:00-12:00 Participants will learn how to defeat the obstacles that hold them back from their dreams and potential.

Oct. 29 / EFMP Aquarium Discovery Day: 29 OCT, 10:00am1:00pm Discovery Camp Day for JB CHS EFMP children ages 3-18 at the Charleston Aquarium.

Oct. 31 / VA Disability Claims Workshop: 31 OCT, 0800-1400.

The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. 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 Medical Records section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend Nov. 2, 9, 23, 30 / Educational Opportunities Counseling: 2, 9, 23, 30 Nov, 1300-1600. Meet one-on-one for 30 minutes with an expert who will help you reach your educational goals.

Nov. 3 & 17 / Scream Free Parenting CPR: 3, 17 Nov., 10:00-12:00 Designed to help military families grow calmer and closer by providing a closer look at parenting styles, self-management and establishing bonds. (This is a TWO part Class.)

Nov. 5 / Heart Link: 5 Nov., 11:00 – 4:00 Military spouses learn about the Air Force mission, culture, traditions, military language, and benefits/services while making new friends.

Nov. 8 or 29 / VA Disability Claims Workshop: 8 or 29 Nov, 08001400. The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. 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 Medical Records section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend Nov. 8 or 29 / Troops To Teachers: 8 Nov 10:00 – 11:30 Designed to assist active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Nov. 8 / Ditch Debt & Start Saving: 8 Nov, 1500-1630. Learn how to finally get out of debt and start saving!

Nov. 9 / Break The Cycle Of Living Pay-Check-To-PayCheck: 9 Nov, 0800-1000. Do you find yourself waiting anxiously to get paid because you've run out of money too soon?

Learn how to break the cycle and live beyond next paycheck. / PreSEParation Briefings: 9 Nov, 0830-1130 or 23 Nov, 1300-1600. 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 Transition GPS Workshop. / Ready, Set, Parent: 9 Nov., 9:00 – 11:00. This course provides useful tips for expectant parents, while helping them to understand the importance of budgeting for their new addition. Additionally, parents receive a FREE bundle for each expected baby!

session most relevant to their current situation. / Home Selling: 24 OCT, 1430-1630. Join this workshop to gain the tools you may need to successfully sell your property.

Oct. 25 / Resume Writing & Cover Letter: 25 OCT (Tuesdays), 0900-1100. Join this workshop and learn the basics of writing effective resumes and cover letters.

Oct. 26 / Interviewing For Success: 26 OCT (Wednesdays), 0900-1100. Join this workshop and learn some tips and techniques for a successful interview! / Military Spouse 101: 26 OCT, 9:00-2:00. Orient new spouses into the military life. Information will focus on military culture, living a mobile lifestyle, deployment, financial, military and community support resources & the essential Checklist for a Military Spouse. Navy Wives Club and MFRC will give presentations, provide handouts and answer questions on how to have a successful transition into the military lifestyle.

Oct. 27 / Navigating Federal Employment: 27 OCT (Thursdays) 0900-1100. Join this workshop and learn how to navigate USA JOBS website and get your federal job! / Think. Save. Plan. (Part Ii): 27 OCT, 2:30-3:30 Join us for this second part of further discussion of various retirement and savings options.

Oct. 31 / The Anacondas In Life & The Workplace: 31 OCT,

11:00-12:30 Participants will learn how to defeat the obstacles that hold them back from their dreams and potential.

Oct. 31 - Nov. 4 / Transition Goals, Plans, Success (GPS) Workshop: 31 Oct – 4 Nov, 0800-1630. This mandated 5day workshop prepares service members for transition to civilian life. Spouses are welcome to attend all sessions on a space-available-basis.

Nov. 1, 8, 15 / Resume Writing & Cover Letter: 1, 8, 15, Nov (Tuesdays), 0900-1100. Join this workshop and learn the basics of writing effective resumes and cover letters.

Nov. 2, 9 / Interviewing For Success: 2, 9 Nov., (Wednesdays), 0900-1100. Join this workshop and learn some tips and techniques for a successful interview!

Nov. 8 / Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Student Loans: 8 Nov, 1430-1530. Learn how you can pay your loans down, faster, capping your interest rate, and qualifying for additional programs all by invoking your rights under SCRA! Nov. 8-9 / Entrepreneur Training Track: 8-9 Nov, 0830-1630.

Learn more about the opportunities and challenges of business ownership. Class is instructed by subject matter experts and practitioners from the SBA, SBA Resource Partners. Upon completion, participants are eligible for an eight-week instructor-led online course.

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Events All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JB Charleston, Weapon Station, unless otherwise specified. For more information, call FFSC at 794-7480.

Oct. 24 / VA Disability Claim Workshop: 24 OCT, 0800-1300. This workshop is broken down into two sections: From 0800-0930, the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to participants. From 1000-1300 a Medical Records Review/turn-in will take place. Members are welcomed to attend either sessions or the

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