11-14-2014 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 5, No. 42

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

Friday, November 14, 2014

Honoring Our Veterans

U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Renae Pittman

U.S. Marine Corps veteran Richard Starr waves an American flag as members of Joint Base Charleston march by while participating in the Ralph H. Johnson Veterans Hospital Annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 8, 2014, in Charleston, S.C. See more photos at www.charleston.af.mil.

Quality of Life Council: Are you getting what you want?

By Trisha Gallaway 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

As a member of the Joint Base Charleston community are you getting what you want out of the services provided at both the Air Base and the Weapons Station?

If not, the JB Charleston Quality of Life Council needs your input.

Base leadership opened up the floor to the JB Charleston community here at the Charleston Club, Nov. 3, 2014, and provided a forum for members to have their questions answered and for some, their issues resolved.

Agencies from both the Air Base and Weapons Station were on hand to address issues affecting members at both locations.

Topics discussed during the meeting ranged from customer service hours at the 628th Comptroller Squadron; what documents someone might need if they want to travel via SpaceA from the JB Charleston passenger terminal, to issues Forest City and Balfour Beatty have within their housing communities.

"The Quality of Life Council meeting provides an opportunity for members of the JB Charleston community to bring their questions and their concerns regarding quality of life issues directly to base leadership," said Navy Capt. Timothy Sparks, JB Charleston deputy commander. "It's important that our service members and their families have a forum that encourages open dialogue about the things that impact them directly."

For those who are unable to attend these Quality of Life Council meetings, there is another forum that allows JB Charleston community members to provide comments.

The Interactive Customer Evaluation service, better known as I.C.E., provides commanders with immediate and timely feedback on the various services their organizations provide.

Organizations at JB Charleston soliciting feedback through the I.C.E. program include: the 628th Contracting Squadron, 628th Force Support Squadron, 437th Aerial Port Squadron, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service as well as the Naval Health Clinic Charleston which uses the I.C.E. system to allow patients to provide feedback on pharmacy, radiology, central appointments and referral management issues, just to name a few.

According to Lt. Col. Jennifer Judd, 628th FSS commander, in the coming months, the 628th FSS hopes to partner with the Community Action Information Board to expand I.C.E.

U.S. Air Force photo/Trisha Gallaway

Navy Capt. Timothy Sparks, Joint Base Charleston deputy commander, kicks off the Quality of Life Council meeting Nov. 3, 2014, at the Charleston Club on JB Charleston, S.C. Base leadership opened up the floor to the JB Charleston community and provided a forum for members to have their questions answered and for some, their issues resolved.

system participation and get more Joint Base Charleston agencies onboard, making it a one stop shop for feedback; both good and bad.

The next Quality of Life Council meeting is currently scheduled for March 2, 2015, and will be held at the Charleston Club starting at 10 a.m. Active duty, Reserve, Department of Defense employees, retirees and spouses are all encouraged to attend.

To provide feedback for services prior to the next Quality of Life Council meeting, patrons of base services can visit the 628th FSS services page at www.jbcharleston.com and the NHCC page at www.med.navy.mil/sites/chas/Pages/default.aspx.

MacDill AFB hosts JB Charleston civic leaders

Story and photo by Senior Airman Tom Brading 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

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Members of the Joint Base Charleston Civic Leader Program traveled by C-17 Globemaster III from JB Charleston to MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Nov. 5, 2014, to The civic leaders didn't go to Tampa for the beaches; they participate in a one-day military tour highlighting the 6th Air went to learn about the military mission.

Mobility Wing mission.

The visit allowed JB Charleston's civic leaders an opportunity to learn firsthand about the ongoing missions and operations of the 8th Air Force and Air Mobility Command.

Before departing JB Charleston, Col. John Lamontagne, 437th Airlift Wing commander, addressed the group with a few opening remarks and thanked them for their ongoing help and support.

According to James Bowman, 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs community relations representative, “The goal of the JB Charleston Civic Leader Program is to educate and inspire representatives of the local community. Traveling with the civics to MacDill not only strengthens the bond we've made with the community, but also strengthens the bond with our mobility partners."

Among the military officers from MacDill accompanying the civics were Brig. Gen. James Slife, U.S. Central Command Peter Wertimer, Chernoff – Newman, LLC, Advertising Division vice director, Col. Dan Tulley, 6th Mobility Air Wing compresident, tries his hand at the KC-135 Stratotanker Boom mander and Col. Andre Briere, 6th MAW vice commander.

Operator Weapon System Trainer Nov. 5, 2014, at MacDill Air While visiting MacDill, the civic leaders toured Hangar 5, Force Base, Fla. The BOWST is a fully-simulated, large-scale procedural trainer for aerial refueling with replicated aircraft. belonging to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric

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Administration, but known around the world simply as "The Hurricane Hunters."

NOAA flies out of MacDill into hurricanes, but their mission extends to monitoring the health of marine species and watching for poachers.

After visiting with the Hurricane Hunters, the civics had lunch with MacDill's civic leaders before trying their hands at training simulators that included landing an aircraft, operating a boom and parachuting to a designated location.

"This event wouldn't have been successful without the teamwork of MacDill AFB," said Bowman.

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Everything happens for a reason

The Patriot • November 14, 2014

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By Tech. Sgt. Ruben Melendez 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant

Sometimes life can be frustrating because people and events enter our lives that seem to conflict with our life plan and our best interests. However, we always need to remind ourselves that everything that happens in our life happens for a reason.

Nothing happens by chance or as a result of "luck."

Whether it be love, illness or sheer stupidity, everything happens to test the limits of our soul and to enable one to reach their true potential.

Without these tests, life would be a smooth flat road to nowhere, dull and pointless with no opportunity to grow. Often times, people come into our lives and we know right away they are meant to be there. They often come at times or in situations when they are least expected. Other times it may take a while to realize why they are here.

However, they aren't going away until the issue is dealt with.

The learning experiences aren't always what we consider as negative. Often times, it is a very rewarding time. We need to remember that often

times the most trying and negative times are the instances when we learn the most and reap the greatest rewards. There have been several times in my life when what I thought was a negative event actually turned into something positive.

Everything really does happen for a reason.

There are no good or bad experiences, only learning experiences. Appreciate every moment and every event in your life and be ready to garner unexpected rewards from every encounter and experience you have. You never know how it will turn out.

Do you 'really' know who you are talking to?

By Airman 1st Class Taylor Bourgeous 92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – When you're young, you don't think much about online safety. At 19, I didn't have a care in the world; I just wanted to meet new people.

Little did I know my care-free attitude online would change my life forever.

In January 2013, I made an account on a social media site my friends recommended. At first I just wanted to see what it was about, then one day a girl named "Taylor Reed" messaged me.

She was extremely sweet and said she was new to town, so I started communicating with her and eventually began to like this girl I had never met.

We exchanged messages all the time. I tried many times to meet, but something always came up for her. After a few weeks of attempts, I gave up and started talking to her less frequently. It never crossed my mind she was not who she said she was.

One day she wrote to me saying if I didn't keep doing what she wanted, all of the private messages between us would go viral and sent to everyone I knew on Facebook. At first I was confused and scared, and then I realized the person I had been talking to was not the girl in the photos-she wasn't even a girl.

I asked "him" what he wanted from me and why he was doing this. He said it was fun; it was a game to him. I became scared for my life.

He told me he picks a random city and finds a girl to target. He builds up a trusting relationship and then turns on them without hesitation. He said I had to send him whatever he asked for, whenever he asked for it. There was no reasoning with him.

I began to ask questions, trying to figure out who this person really was, but eventually he caught on.

He revealed his name, Chris, and said he was

23 years old and living in New York. He said he was a rich business owner, but wouldn't divulge any more. The one thing he made sure I knew was that he was a hacker. He said he had access to my personal computer and Facebook account, and proved it by telling me things in personal messages I'd sent. I was terrified and did what he wanted. When I asked how long it would last, he said, "Until he got bored."

After about a week of avoiding him, I was out on a run when I noticed an expensive black SUV passing by repeatedly. The driver was staring at me through darkly tinted windows; I knew I wasn't safe.

I ran through backyards and even jumped fences to be sure I wasn't followed home. When I arrived home I had a message from Chris saying he was sorry and that he got mad I wasn't responding so he sent someone to check on me.

I was even more terrified. I was engaged to be married and about to leave for Air Force Basic Military Training. I just wanted to move past this. I pleaded for him to stop and just leave me alone. At first he laughed, but eventually, he told me he was done with me. I was so happy, but found it hard to believe.

A few months later I was in technical training, diving head-first into my new career. I hadn't thought about my cyber stalker until one day, when I received a Facebook message from someone claiming to have photos of me. I soon realized Chris was back.

This time, I sought help. I went to the Air Force

Office of Special Investigations at Ft. George G. Meade, Maryland. Since we didn't know if Chris was military affiliated, they put me in touch with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and also gave me information about what I could do.

They told me to call him out. His empty threats had carried on long enough. He was probably never going to do anything and was just a bully. I followed their advice and told him I was done playing his games and if he wanted to post the private messages, to go ahead. He got upset and threatened me, but they were empty threats; he never posted anything.

I deleted everything and started over. Since then I set up my social media accounts with the highest level of privacy settings possible and never put out any personal information. I haven't heard anything from him since; however, the fear of my cyber stalker will always be in the back of my mind.

By using common sense and being smart about your social media activity and who you allow into your life online, you can prevent this from happening and help others in your life do the same.

Not all stories end like mine. Some end much worse, but at the same time some can end much better. All cyber stalking stories can be different.

In the end, we all want the same thing - for everyone to be safe online.

If you or someone you know is being stalked online you should contact your local law enforcement office. Read Safeguarding your digital footprint for more information on how to yourself online or visit protect http://www.fairchild.af.mil/units/publicaffairs/in dex.asp for detailed instructions on how to lock down your accounts, found under the social media security tab.

Effectively communicating is the key

By Col. Peter P. Santa Ana 6th Mission Support Group commander

MACDILL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – Successful outcomes depend heavily on effective communication. History illustrates this perspective in individual and family life, the workplace, desperate situations, and on the strategic world stage.

Military leaders understand the importance of effective communication in relation to successful mission accomplishment and strive to provide tools and reports which enhance service members' ability to effectively communicate.

In Afghanistan, Gen. Stanley McChrystal, then the HQ International Security Assistance Forces commander, codified the Strategic Afghan Assessment Report process and report to communicate war progress to the president, 54 other heads of state, congress, and senior leaders of respective military departments. Air Force leaders instituted the Airman Comprehensive Assessment or ACA and provided a framework for all Airmen to understand themselves in the eyes of their supervisors, set supervisor expectations, and create a situation for improved subordinate/supervisor dialogue in an effort to increase effective communication and achieve mission success.

Individuals can be classified as introverts or extroverts. Neither trait should be viewed as a negative or positive to effective communication. Rather, self-knowledge helps people to understand how to step out of their comfort zones to speak out or to rein themselves in from a dialogue to listen. Both are necessary for effective communication. Successful individuals recognize their trait and adapt accordingly to practice effective communication.

Successful families today, especially large families, employ schedules and technology to exchange texts, emails, snap-chats, Instagrams, chat room discussions with teachers, as well as old fashioned phone conversations to effectively communicate locations, activities, goals, tasks, failings, requirements, and other necessary attributes to succeed in today's dynamic world. Most importantly, parents need to remember to put their smart phones down and actually listen to their children.

In Vietnam, American prisoners of war established a tap code to effectively and secretively communicate in an extremely desperate situation.

The tap code provided POWs an ability to bond, build a military hierarchy for organization, and effectively communicate the tortures they experienced in order to persevere. Many of the POWs remained jailed for years enduring the isolations, tortures and interrogations of their North Vietnamese captors. Effectively communicating through the tap code created a life line for survival.

Effectively communicating strategically can be extremely complex and politically challenging. In 2009, McChrystal overcame this challenge by dividing the Afghan war into two communication campaigns: up-and-out; down-and-in. He used the Intermediate Joint Command to fight the operational campaign and communicate his intent and priorities in a "down-and-in" fashion. The IJC structure provided McChrystal the sensors and a commander to communicate a commanders-in-the-field assessment of war progress from an operational perspective. The general combined the IJC operational assessment with intelligence, Afghan National Security Forces progress, and the Afghan government improvement assessments to create a holistic

report he used to effectively communicate war progress to the president and 54 other heads of state.

The process proved successful to effectively communicate war progress in a transparent forum to keep the coalition resourced and remain focused to give the Afghan people a chance at liberty and end 30 years of war. The strategic assessment process continued after McChrystal's abrupt departure.

Similarly, to improve effective communication up and down to the tactical level, the Air Force implemented mandatory use of the ACA July 1 of this year. The ACA is organized into four sections: Self-assessment; Airman's Critical Role in Support of the Mission; Performance Feedback; Knowing Your Airman. Airmen now have a tool to improve supervisor/subordinate dialogue. Young Airmen can now express to their more experienced supervisors how they see themselves. Supervisors then provide context, set expectations and conditions for their Airmen to achieve unit mission success.

The final section provides a series of questions and when applied correctly, it builds supervisors' understanding of their Airmen. By creating effective communication at the tactical level, the Air Force can successfully overcome strategic Airmen issues like sexual assault, suicide, and family domestic challenges by highlighting these issues early and mitigating promptly.

Indeed, effective communication can be the key to success. As the father of a large family, member of the Afghan Assessment Group, lead action officer to develop the ACA, and commander of the 2,200 member Mission Support Group, I believe effective communication has been the key to some of my success.

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Project STAR helps Weapons Station members enjoy the ride If you're at the Weapons Station without transportation and looking for something to do this weekend, consider using the Tri-County Link bus service.

The bus picks up from the NNPTC Bowling Alley every hour on Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays, with drop-offs at NorthWoods Mall and Best Buy shopping areas. A CARTA bus links to the system at NorthWoods Mall, and leaves for downtown Charleston every 20 min-

utes. The price roundtrip: $11.75. And once you are downtown, you can ride the trolleys at no cost. The route gives military personnel access to shopping, restaurants, sporting events, concerts and other activities.

This is a Project STAR initiative aimed to provide safe, low-cost and enjoyable options for Weapons Station members on the weekend. This service will only continue if people use it-so come on out, kick back and enjoy the ride.

Health Benefits Program open season dates set

By Janis El Shabazz Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Open season for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and the Federal Flexible Spending Accounts Program will run Nov. 10 through Dec. 8, officials announced recently.

During open season employees and retirees will have the chance to review their current plans and make any changes they desire for the following year. Eligible employees who are not currently a part of FEHB may enroll during open season.

The average premium rate for the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program will increase by 3.2 percent in 2015, according to U.S. Office of Personnel Management officials.

"There are two significant changes to health care and limited expense spending accounts," said Erica Cathro, an Air Force Personnel Center human resources specialist. "For the first time employees will be able to enroll in the flexible spending account program for a $100 minimum deposit and can carry over $500 in their health care and flexible

spending accounts."

The first opportunity for carry over will be at the end of 2015. Current participants will not be able to carry over funds from 2014 to 2015; however, they will still have a grace period through March 15.

Dependent care FSAs will continue to have a grace period each year, but participants cannot carry over funds from one year to the next.

There are no significant changes to the Federal Employee Dental and Vision Insurance Program.

In other FEHB news, some plans are opting out of the program and terminating their enrollment codes or reducing their service areas. Employees can find a listing of these plans, premium costs, comparison guides and individual plan brochures on the OPM website.

Cathro reminds employees that they should thoroughly review OPM Open Season guidance before making their selections.

For more information about this and other personnel issues, visit the myPers website. For detailed information on making open season elections, select "search all components" from the drop down menu and enter "7665" in the search window.

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USAF Heritage of America Full Spectrum band performs at West Ashley High

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Clayton Cupit

Master Sgt. Jeffrey Saunders, a saxophonist with the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band, sings along with other band members Oct. 29, 2014, at West Ashley High School in Charleston, S.C. Full Spectrum, a high energy band that features a horn section, is one of the newest ensembles in the Air Force’s Heritage of America Band. This group of dynamic musicians performs a 'full spectrum' of music - ranging from Pop, Hip Hop, Funk, R&B, Latin and Classic Rock.

How did we lose this young Airman?

Commentary by Col. Donald Grannan 88th Communications Group commander

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – She was an Airman Leadership School distinguished graduate, earned staff sergeant her first time testing, received all 5s on her enlisted performance reports and took part in two deployments. Clearly she was a high-performing Airman.

But, in her words, the Air Force had made it clear it didn't want her. Huh? I have proudly served our Air Force all of my adult life, so I truly didn't understand. Although I wasn't in her chain of command, I've known this young woman throughout her career. I tried to reflect on this from a professional, albeit admittedly biased, point of view. What would make this superstar believe we didn't care if she stayed or not?

Was it a bad first impression? I remembered an incident that involved her as a new Airman at her first duty station. A senior NCO struck her car from behind in a minor fender-bender. Instead of admitting fault and moving on, he berated and intimidated this young Airman about the issue. Her first sergeant, who she looked to for help, would not interject or discuss the issue with the senior NCO. I could have interjected as well, but I mistakenly believed it wasn't my place. It was. An Airman needed help, and no one gave it.

Was it a lack of encouragement? After she earned staff sergeant her first time eligible, she saw the results online on the

Air Force Web. Then ... nothing until the following Monday when the first sergeant stopped by to congratulate her and said the commander was "really busy."

When she was a distinguished graduate from Airman Leadership School, it was a highlight in her career. But other than her immediate supervisor, no one from her squadron chain of command was present. I know, because I was there.

Was it motivation? She was a veteran of two deployments, including one where she had a few days notice to support a humanitarian operation. By chance I saw her and another Airman at a connecting airport as I was returning from a temporary duty assignment. I saw their apprehension and anxiety and made sure they understood to take care of each other, trust their training and focus on the mission. But I wondered if their own leadership had talked to them like this.

Did we at least send her out the door with a smile, to encourage others toward an Air Force career? No. Instead her superiors decided there would be no decoration for this outstanding Airman who achieved a lot in a short period of time and who was highly lauded by her supervisors.

Why? Because she had once failed a physical fitness test, immediately re-took it, and passed. She had tried to 'wing it,' failed the run and learned a lesson.

This young, healthy Airman, who weighs a buck-twentyfive, did not have a fitness or standards problem. She had a leadership problem. No one in her squadron leadership knew about or was present to witness her exceptional duty perform-

ance, her distinguished graduate accomplishment, her two deployments or early promotion. But they sure knew about the one time she stumbled.

In the end we took an exceptional, highly motivated volunteer and did we mold her? No way. Did we encourage her?

Not a chance. Did we create a new leader? No. We created someone who cares about our nation but is disillusioned and frustrated about what our Air Force finds important and unimportant. We lost an enormous opportunity, and we can't afford to repeat that mistake.

Today, more than ever, as our ranks continue to decline, we must retain the best and most highly motivated Airmen. To do that, we have to lead them, be in the fight with them and focus on what's truly important and not become hyper-focused on marginal or anecdotal issues.

How many more situations like this are out there? If you're in a leadership position, are you part of this problem? Do you know the people under you? Are you in the fight, witnessing their capabilities, encouraging and motivating them, or do you only know about them when they stumble? If you think command or leadership positions are just another assignment, you're part of the problem.

Ask yourself, when was the last time a troop brought you a problem? If that's not happening, it's because they don't believe you can, or will, help them. So get busy proving to them they can count on you, and you'll be surprised how well you can count on them.

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‘Jump start’ your New Year’s resolution and quit

By Staff Sgt Renae Pittman 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

Quitting smoking is a popular New Year's resolution, but with January 1 still two months away, you can get a head start by participating in this year's American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout Nov. 20, 2014.

The day is an opportunity for current smokers to pledge not to smoke for a full day while making plans to quit. They are offered guidance on effective methods and techniques from both health professionals and former smokers which can help them kick the habit for good. The Great American Smokeout, which began in the 1970s, also serves as a platform to publicize the health hazards of using tobacco in an effort to reduce the number of smokers worldwide.

"Our goal at Joint Base Charleston is to reduce tobacco use by five percent," said Nikki Conley, 628th Medical Group Aerospace Medicine Squadron Health Promotion program manager. "Using tobacco drains nearly $2 billion of the Department

of Defense's $53 billion health care budget each year."

Members of Health Promotion (formerly known as the Health and Wellness Center) will be handing out awareness flyers Nov. 19. In addition, there will be two pledge booths, one at the 628th MDG clinic and one at the JB Charleston Exchange.

"We want to help people take their first step to quit smoking, if only for one day so they can see it is possible," said Conley. "In conjunction with the annual Smokeout, we offer a variety of different resources with our Smoking Cessation Programs – everything from counseling to medications."

Today, there are many popular alternatives individuals use to quit smoking including prescription medications, patches and gums.

"If you are thinking about quitting tobacco with the assistance of e-cigarettes, remember, e-cigarettes have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, nor is there sufficient data to determine what the long term side effects might be," said Gaye Adams, 628th MDG dental hygienist and chief of preventative dentistry.

Air Force updates AF Instruction 1-1

WASHINGTON – Air Force officials approved Air Force Instruction 1-1, Air Force Standards, Nov. 7, to clarify guidance on Airmen's religious rights and commanders' authority and responsibility to protect those rights.

The changes come as a result of a Religious Freedom "Focus Day" earlier this year when leaders in the Air Force's chaplain corps came together to discuss Air Force policy regarding religious freedom as directed by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh III. At the Focus Day, chaplains discussed Air Force law and policy, the complaint process and how to educate and communicate with Airmen about their rights.

"We provide, or provide for, the free exercise of religion and we advocate its free exercise for every member of the Air Force and the joint environment and their families," said Maj. Gen. Howard D. Stendahl, the Air Force chief of chaplains.

Several changes were made to the Air Force policy to clarify guidance for how commanders should handle religious accommodation requests or when Airmen's rights to free exercise are questioned. Chaplain corps officials also clarified policy language to assist commanders in balancing the constitutional

protections for their own free exercise of religion or other personal beliefs with the constitutional prohibition against governmental establishment of religion.

"We trust our commanders with the great responsibility of caring for our Airmen," Welsh said. "That includes Airmen's physical, mental, social and spiritual health. We owe them clear guidance on what their responsibilities and rights are to protect and care for their Airmen."

Airmen who feel their leadership has failed to accommodate their religious expression appropriately or whose behavior infringes on the prohibition against governmental establishment of religion should first attempt to resolve the conflict through their chain of command, said James Carlock, the Air Force director of equal opportunity.

Civilian and military Airmen should also be informed of their rights to discuss their concerns with an equal opportunity advisor in the local EO office.

"We are committed to creating an environment in which Airmen can realize their highest potential, regardless of their personal religious beliefs or lack of beliefs," Carlock said.

"Taking care of our Airmen is our number one concern."

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Airmen and Air Force civilians also need to be aware of Air Force Instruction 40-102, Tobacco Use, which establishes the tobacco policy in the Air Force and explicitly includes e-cigarettes under the definition of tobacco, which subjects the product to all restrictions implemented for cigarettes, cigars and smokeless tobacco. The Air Force was the first service to establish an e-cigarette policy, however the DOD has adopted the same policies in recent years.

"Tobacco use is really a mission-readiness issue," said Lt. Col. John Oh, Air Force Medical Services Agencies chief of health promotion. "It's associated with decreased productivity, increased absenteeism and decreased endurance. Not only is tobacco use the number one cause of premature deaths in Americans today, with more than 440,000 killed last year alone, it is also the number one preventable cause of health care cost."

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NNPTC Sailors stand down for homelessness

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Sailors stationed at Naval Nuclear Power Training Command volunteered their time at the 15th Annual Stand Down for Homelessness Oct. 31, 2014, at the Danny Jones Recreation Complex in North Charleston S.C. The event offered medical and dental screenings and assistance, clothing, food and haircuts, as well as job assistance and legal counseling for hundreds of homeless persons in the greater Charleston area.

"Events like these really help raise awareness in the community while also giving us an opportunity to help those in need," said Dr. Hugh Myrick, Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health and co-chair of the Stand Down Committee with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

"It brings attention to a cause that people may not even know exists in their own back yard."

In addition to engaging NNPTC students with the local community, the event also served as an opportunity for Sailors to partner with the community and give back to those who served before them.

"It's so important to get involved because the majority of the people in need of help are veterans who have fallen on hard times," said Petty Officer 1st Class Owen Fitzgerald, NNPTC staff member and volunteer coordinator for the event. "Wherever the students are in the program [at NNPTC], volunteering at these events is a great way to spend their free time, while also helping their fellow service members."

"We're all coming together; civilians and military, but we're all working for the same goal," said Petty Officer 3rd Class Jesse Lynch, student at NNPTC. "It's nice to see that barrier come down, and to be part of it is even better."

One position filled by NNPTC Sailors was the role of personal shopper. After determining their specific needs, volunteers escorted homeless individuals to the various stations offering free goods and services. Some Sailors even got the chance to assist former service members.

"I got to speak with two homeless World War II veterans as they were checking in," said Lynch.

Sailors stationed at the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command prepare food at the 15th Annual Stand Down for Homelessness Oct. 31, 2014, at the Danny Jones Recreation Complex in North Charleston S.C. The event offered medical and dental screenings and assistance, clothing, food and haircuts, as well as job assistance and legal counseling for hundreds of homeless persons in the greater Charleston area.

"It's incredible; the things they've seen and the stories they have are really indescribable."

"It's a real honor to serve the people I looked up to growing up," said Seaman Luis Diaz, NNPTC student. "Being able to help civilians and military members was a great experience.

It's great to know you're making a difference in their lives.

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Facing an MEB? Just call the OAC!

By Lt. Col. Trinh Peterson Office of Airmen's Counsel

The Office of Airmen's Counsel is a division of the Community Legal Services Directorate under the Air Force Legal Operations Agency.

OAC attorneys enjoy an attorney-client privilege with their clients and work to preserve their clients' interests, whether it's a disability rating increase, a return to duty finding, or a disability separation or retirement that the wounded or ill Airman so richly deserves.

Within the OAC, there are nine lawyers (two of whom are currently reservists) and four paralegals, to represent Airmen from the time they enter the Integrated Disability Evaluation System, also known as the MEB process, to when they meet

the Formal Physical Evaluation Board through their appeals, to the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council or the Veterans Administration.

The OAC office represents Airmen worldwide, active-duty and Reserve. This workload translates to more than 2,000 clients and more than 700 hearings in 2013.

But many prospective clients (Airmen) do not know OAC exists since the OAC only has nine PEB attorneys serving hundreds of military treatment facilities. There just aren't enough attorneys to station one at each MTF. And, although there is no way of knowing how many Airmen have faced the MEB process without the benefit of legal counsel, Congress recognized in 2008 even one Airman is too many.

With innovative outreach activities, including an Armed Forces Network commercial, news articles such as this one,

and posters throughout Air Force installations, the OAC is making a difference for Airmen who are not familiar with this organization.

When an Airman is put into the IDES at the MTFs, they need to understand they have the right to seek immediate legal assistance from the OAC. Outreach becomes very important because without the OAC guiding Airmen, their rights and benefits may be negatively affected due to the numerous filing deadlines that run throughout the IDES. The bottom line is that if you are an Airman facing an MEB, the OAC is there to assist you through the process. The nuanced legal issues involved in the IDES require early and often communication between the Airmen and the OAC. The OAC can be reached at (210) 565-0739.

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Phillip Hoyt, Company Grade Officer of the Quarter, Tech. Sgt. Lyudmila Mueller, NCO of the Quarter, and Master Sgt. Clinton Dunnehoo, Senior NCO of the Quarter during the 628th ABW quarterly awards ceremony Nov. 7, 2014, at the Charleston Club on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The quarterly awards are held to recognize outstanding Airmen, NCOs, senior NCOs, company grade officers and civilians for their hard work and dedication.

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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.

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SAPR Corner Roles and responsibilities of the Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

By Shelia Bacon, 628th Air Base Wing SAVA

Sexual Assault Victim Advocates empower victims and survivors of sexual assault. We promote a wide range of essential support and advocacy /liaison services and care to victims of sexual assault in accordance with approved DOD and Air Force Instruction guidance. We have extensive knowledge of professional services and inform the victim of referral services available on the installation as well as in the surrounding community. We establish a link with local victim support agencies to assist victims. We uphold appropriate boundaries and consistently perform within the limits of the victim advocate/victim relationship which are essential to maintaining the victim’s trust and sense of safety.

The SAVA’s responsibilities include providing victims with a complete explanation of their reporting options and securing confidential disclosure and privacy, offering victims informa-

tion about the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, crisis intervention, situational assessment, and guide victims through the process of obtaining appropriate care while preserving their dignity and respect. SAVAs also afford continuity of care and follow-up contact services to ensure coordination is accomplished with all victims requesting guidance, and support during administrative, medical, investigative and legal procedures throughout the lifecycle of the case or until the service is no longer requested.

Additionally, SAVAs assist the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator with the volunteer victim advocates, create or facilitate training, heighten awareness of sexual assault prevention and issues surrounding it, increase risk reduction skills, provide bystander intervention strategies, perform outreach activities in the preparation for and implementation of the Sexual Assault Awareness Month campaign much more.

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Joint Base Charleston Airmen participate in the monthly fitness challenge Nov. 7, 2014, at the Air Base fitness center on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The monthly fitness challenge is a 628th Air Base Wing initiative intended to encourage teamwork and camaraderie as part of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness.

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A Joint Base Charleston Airman participates in the monthly fitness challenge Nov. 7, 2014, at the Air Base fitness center on Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Services continue strong recruiting through September

WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- All four active services met or exceeded their numerical accession goals for fiscal year 2014 through September, and each service also exceeded Department of Defense quality benchmarks for new recruits, DOD officials announced Nov. 10.

Here are the active-component recruiting numbers for fiscal 2014 through September: -- Army: 57,101 accessions, 100.2 percent of its goal of 57,000; -- Navy: 33,765 accessions, 100 percent of its goal of 33,740; -- Marine Corps: 26,018 accessions, 100.1 percent of its goal of 26,000; and -- Air Force: 24,070 accessions, 100 percent of its goal of 24,068.

All four active services met their retention goals for fiscal 2014.

Meanwhile, four of the six reserve components met or exceeded their fiscal 2014 numerical accession goals. All six reserve components also met or exceeded the DOD quality

benchmarks.

Here are the reserve component accession numbers for fiscal 2014 through September: -- Army National Guard: 47,062 accessions, 98.3 of its goal of 47,900; -- Army Reserve: 26,815 accessions, 91.5 percent of its goal of 29,313; -- Navy Reserve: 3,987 accessions, 103 percent of its goal of 3,853; -- Marine Corps Reserve: 8,333 accessions, 100 percent of its goal of 8,333; -- Air National Guard: 10,011 accessions, 109.4 percent of its goal of 9,154; and -- Air Force Reserve: 6,952 accessions, 142.6 percent of its goal of 4,875.

All reserve components have met their attrition goals or were within the allowed variance and that current trend is expected to continue, officials said, noting that availability of data for this indicator lags behind availability of accessions data.

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You served our country and now it’s time to do something that benefits you…

Did you know that veterans may receive funding under the Post 9/11 GI Bill for a variety of career training programs? Trident Technical College Division of Continuing Education and Economic Development is an approved provider of continuing education courses that qualify under the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Some of the programs include: A+ Certification • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certified Associate in Project Management • Certified Production Technician (CPT) Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) • Core Introductory Craft Skills Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) • Entry Level Welder Certification HVAC Level 1 Certification • Network+ Certification • Project Management Professional Spring courses are now open for registration. To find out more about veteran benefits that may be available to you for TTC programs, visit www.tridenttech.edu/ce and click on Funding Opportunities or call 843.574.6152.

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JB CHS NEWS

Events

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

Special Notices

/ VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance - Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors are available to assist all Service members, 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.

November 17 / Connecting The Pieces: The 437th Annual Awards Committee is hosting the Families Helping Families “Connecting the Pieces” community resource fair and silent auction Nov. 17 at the Joint Base Charleston Air Base Chapel from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet with local service providers to learn about resources available to your family.

Additionally, there are vacation packages, sports memorabilia and much more at the silent auction. / A “Transition GPS Workshop for Retirees” 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.

November 18 / A “Good Credit—I Want That!” class will be held from 1 to 2 p.m. Whether trying to build, fix, or maintain good credit, learn what it takes to reach a great score.

November 19 / A “Spouse Introduction to JB Charleston” class will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this fun, fast-paced introduction to JB Charleston for military spouses who have recently moved here. Meet other newly-arrived spouses, connect, learn about base resources (AB and WS), and learn where to shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry! / A “Troops to Teachers” class will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Receive counseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and their spouses transition into a new teaching career.

November 19 / The Charleston Vet Center and Ralph H. Johnson VAMC Women's Health Program invites all female veterans to an evening of healthcare and pampering from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Charleston Vet Center, 3625 West Montague Ave,., N. Charleston. There will be a women's clinic, mobile vet center, homeless program, nutrition counseling, flu shots and more. Call Tia Seals or Brenda Richardson at 789-7000.

November 20 / Joint Base 101 Class: Join us for the Joint Base 101 Class Nov. 20 at the Storm Point Conference Center, Bldg. 950 on the Naval Weapons Station from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. This class is offered to everyone who works at Joint Base Charleston. It is an introduction to Joint Basing, what it is, why it happened, what it means, how we operate, what is our guidance, what are our successes and what it means to you. It also includes general information on the many important missions at JB CHS and what's planned for the future. There will be a short question and answer period following the class. Please contact Sandra Dorothy at 963-2624 or sandra.dorothy@ us.af.mil if you would like to attend. / A “Deployed Spouse Appreciation Dinner” will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Chapel Annex. Join us for good food, fellowship, and fun – all on us! This dinner is for family members of deployed Team Charleston.

November 21 / Disbrow Retiring: Tech. Sgt. Marc Disbrow will be retiring after 20 years of service Nov. 21, 2014, at 1 p.m. in building 54 (Yonkie Auditorium). Point of contact is Staff Sgt. Steven Koehl at 963-7475.

See More Briefs and Events at www.charleston.af.mil

To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to Patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

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.

November 17 / Home Buying: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Are you considering buying a home? Join this class and learn the process of purchasing a property.

November 18 / Five Love Languages: 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. What makes you feel loved? People express their love for one another in various ways.

It is essential for couples to identify how to communicate their love for one another so they can improve their relationship. Come and discover your love language.

November 19 / Survivor Benefit Plan Overview: 2-2:30 p.m. A brief overview of the Survivor Benefit Plan to include referrals to resources where service members can do additional research to assist in making a valid SBP election prior to retiring. Navy personnel: see your Command Pass Coordinator or Command Career Counselor for processing of the necessary paperwork. AF personnel may attend the briefing; however, they will still need to meet with the A&FRC SBP counselor for a one-on-one to complete the necessary forms. / The Charleston Vet Center and Ralph H. Johnson VAMC Women's Health Program invites all female veterans to an evening of healthcare and pampering from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Charleston Vet Center, 3625 West Montague Ave,., N. Charleston. There will be a women's clinic, mobile vet center, homeless program, nutrition counseling, flu shots and more. Call Tia Seals or Brenda Richardson at 789-7000.

November 20 / Preseparation Counseling/Brief: This mandatory briefing covering benefits and entitlements is the first step in the transition process. Retiring members may to schedule up to 24 months prior to retirement; separating members up to 12 months prior to separation. / VA Disability Claim Workshop: Nov. 20, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

(FFSC) and Nov. 14, 8 a.m. to noon (A&FRC). This workshop is broken down into two sections: From 0800-0930, the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to participants, and from 10001300 a Medical Records Review/turn-in will take place. Members are welcomed to attend either sessions or the session most relevant to their current situation.

November 20 / Joint Base 101 Class: Join us for the Joint Base 101 Class Nov. 20 at the Storm Point Conference Center, Bldg. 950 on the Naval Weapons Station from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. This class is offered to everyone

During this spec ial season of giving thanks, th e Trident Technic al College Divis ion of Continuing E ducation and Economic Devel opment would like to thank all of our active-du ty military, veteran s and their fami lies for your service to our country.

who works at Joint Base Charleston. It is an introduction to Joint Basing, what it is, why it happened, what it means, how we operate, what is our guidance, what are our successes and what it means to you. It also includes general information on the many important missions at JB CHS and what's planned for the future. There will be a short question and answer period following the class. Please contact Sandra Dorothy at 963-2624 or sandra.dorothy@ us.af.mil if you would like to attend.

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.

Visit us for your continuing education needs in: Computer and Information Technology Health Care Manufacturing, Industrial and Construction Trades Online Offerings Personal Enrichment Professional Development

www.tridenttech.edu/ce • 843.574.6152

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To learn more call 1-855-504-BLUE.

Open season is November 10 through December 8 fepblue.org

This is a summary of the features for the 2015 Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan. Before making a final decision, please read the plan’s federal brochure (RI 71-005). All benefits are subject to the definitions, limitations and exclusions set forth in the federal brochure.

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Rec Review

Rec Review is produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office as a supplement to The Patriot. All prices for events and services advertised are subject to change without notice. For questions about Rec Review, call the Marketing Office at (843) 963-3809. Mention of any sponsor or sponsorship in this publication is not a federal endorsement for the product or service. For more information on Force Support facilities, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com.

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