Peninsula Warrior Air Force Edition: 06.02.17

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Warrior June 2, 2017 Vol. 7, No. 22

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Maintaining deployment, legal readiness —Page 6

VOLUNTEERS

Hospital volunteers serve, fill in the gaps —Page 11

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Army News

GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN: Community honors fallen heroes —Page 10

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OH, DEER: JBLE ENVIRONMENTAL ENSURES WILDLIFE AIDS MISSION

By Airman 1st Class Kaylee Dubois 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Joint Base Langley-Eustis is comprised of roughly 11,000 acres, 8,000 of which are part of the natural forest landscape of Fort Eustis.

In charge of preserving the natural resources across those 8,000 acres, enabling mission success across the installation, is the 733rd Civil Engineer Division environmental element.

One of their most crucial roles is maintaining the deer population. This ensures the livelihood and protection of the installation’s wildlife, while also maintaining adequate training areas for U.S. Army Soldiers.

According to Alicia Garcia, 633rd Civil Engineer Squadron natural resource program manager, deer are not as much of a mission impact for Langley Air Force Base.

“Langley’s landscape is completely different from Fort Eustis,” said Garcia. “Here, the landscape isn’t forested, so our primary focus is managing resources to facilitate runway operations.”

However, on Fort Eustis, if the deer population is too abundant, then the herd has the potential to wear away vegetation depleting the understory of the forest, said James Dolan, 733rd Mission Support Group wildlife biologist.

This could significantly reduce food sources for the herd and other wildlife to survive, as well as diminish specific areas used for environmental training, such as land navigation.

“It is very difficult to put a price on the quality of training the Soldiers get if an area is lacking understory,” said Dolan. “But we do know from forestry, there is a price to be paid. If the deer are too overpopulated, they will destroy forestry operations such as newly planted trees or eating ornamental flowers.”

To stay in accordance with state laws and regulations, the 733rd CED works alongside the 633rd Force Support Squadron to offer recreational hunting licenses to community members, helping keep the deer population at bay.

“Hunting is the number one means of controlling the deer population, and the primary tool we use here on the installation,” said Dolan. “We try to keep the deer population to a level where degradation of the forest, whether old or new, is minimized or eliminated, so we can maintain the habitats suitable for the Army training mission.”

Even with recreational hunting each year, deer can still double their population in just one season. When the deer population becomes imbalanced, Dolan can modify management goals by adding or removing restrictions, such as antler restrictions for hunting.

As an example, Dolan explained an antler restriction during 2016 led to an abundance of male deer. As a result, their scent marking and antler rubbing destroyed approximately

U.S. Air Force graphic/Airman 1st Class Kaylee Dubois

The 733rd Civil Engineer Division environmental element at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., ensures mission success by managing natural resources to provide adequate land on which U.S. Army Soldier’s train. The deer population is an example of wildlife managed on JBLE. Overpopulation risks depletion of the understory of the forest, which could impact Soldiers land navigation training or other mission-related activities.

80 percent of newly planted trees from a $70,000 reforestation project. To protect the newly planted trees and ensure available vegetation for the wildlife population, the antler restriction was removed.

According to Dolan, community members can ensure both their safety and that of wildlife found in populated areas by respecting their solitude.

“Just because an animal is in an unlikely spot does not make it a nuisance,” said Dolan. “It’s there for a reason. It may be an inconvenience for us but we have moved into their territory. If needed, call us and we can handle the situation.”

Another mission impact associated with wildlife overpopulation is the risk of vehicle accidents.

According to U.S. Army Sgt. Christopher Griffin, 733rd Security Forces Squadron game warden, vehicle accidents involving deer are the most recorded among governmentowned vehicles throughout the year. Personnel driving at night, such as security forces personnel, are among the highest at risk for an accident involving deer.

“Having government vehicles out of service due to deer collisions can limit or hinder the mission operations of military personnel,” said Griffin. “Individuals should pay extra close attention when driving at night along rural roads.”

JBLE biologists’ resource management ensures forestry sustains the military training today for successful joint missions of tomorrow.

For more information about deer management or wildlife control, call 878-4123.

We want to hear from you. Contact us at 633abw.paedit@us.af.mil, or call 878-4920 or 764-5701.

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Check your stuff before they wreck your stuff

By Julie Evans

CLAIMS EXAMINER, OSJA

The summer PCS (permanent change of station) season is upon us. There are certain steps to take now to make sure any claim you file against your Transportation Service Provider (TSP) is paid in full.

One important way to protect yourself is by substantiating the condition of your property on your household goods inventory. For example, if the movers list pre-existing damage (PED) codes on the inventory like “SC,” meaning scratches, you should ask the mover to remove the code if it is not correct. If you do not take notice of the code and do not note an exception, the TSP will likely deny your claim if movers subsequently damage your property, citing PED as the reason

for your denial.

Here are some other ways to protect yourself: Take photos or video of household goods just before the mover packs them. This way, for example, you can demonstrate your TV was working because it was functioning properly when you filmed it, and you can show there were no visible scratches or other PED on your dining room table. If the TSP declines to remove the PED code, you should note any exceptions to the TSP’s codes directly on the inventory. You can write on the inventory, in the area provided for “exceptions.”

For example, “the TV is not scratched,” so the TSP knows that you do not agree with their assessment. Noting exceptions can be helpful if you end up transferring the claim from the TSP to a Military

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Claims Office (MCO), because it shows you had a valid basis for disagreeing with the TSP’s denial of your claim.

When it comes to shipping a POV, special rules apply. Double check your Vehicle Inspection & Shipping Form (VISF) at drop-off to make sure any PED listed by the shipper is not exaggerated. Also, be extra vigilant when checking your POV for damage at pickup. Failure to note obvious loss or damage before departing the Vehicle Processing Center can result in claim denial. Failure to return to the VPC within a few hours to note any loss or damage that was not obvious at pickup can have the same effect. Here are some other tips for vehicles: Give your vehicle a hard look; open and shut the doors, hood and trunk to make sure nothing is amiss. If you notice loss or damage, list it as an exception on the back of the VISF before departing the VPC. Pick up the vehicle in the morning.

That way, you can wash your vehicle, which will better enable you to identify any damage not previously visible dur-

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ing pickup. Return immediately to the VPC to report such damage.

Do not settle your claim on-the-spot at the VPC unless you are 100 percent sure that you will be satisfied with the settlement. If you accept an on-the-spot payment upon receiving the vehicle, you cannot later submit a claim to the MCO requesting more money because the claim will be considered settled in full.

Anyone with questions about these or other claims-related issues, call the Vicenza Claims Office at DSN 6378831/832, comm. 0444-61-8831/32, or visit the office and consult with claims experts. Travel safe and ship smart!

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AIR FORCE SELECTION BOARD SECRETARIAT RELEASES 2018 SELECTION BOARD SCHEDULE

By Kat Bailey

AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Air Force Selection Board Secretariat has released the calendar year 2018 selection board schedule.

The schedule includes dates for master, senior master and chief master sergeant evaluation boards, senior NCO supplemental boards, officer selection boards and the command screening board.

Board timing can be impacted by changes in year group sizes and the need to stay within statutory limits for eligibility and grade in each rank. This adjustment ensures all officers in the year groups being considered will have the legally required three years’ time-in-grade when meeting their primary zone promotion board.

To see the schedule, go to the Air Force Personnel Center Selection Board page of the AFPC public website and scroll down to the selection board records section.

The schedule is also posted to myPers. Select “Any” from the dropdown menu and search “CY18 Board Schedule.”

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AF civilian hiring resumes after hiring freeze lifted

By Richard Salomon

AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Air Force Personnel Center is partnering with customers with the goal of resuming normal “first-in, first-out” operations since the government-wide hiring freeze ended in early April 2017.

Based on Air Force priorities, AFPC personnel are first working all pending firm job offers where tentative offers have already been made and actions where selections have been made but no tentative job offer has been issued. They are currently working more than 12,000 requests for personnel action.

“We are continuing to work with leadership from the major and combat-

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ant commands regarding critical hires and actions already in the works here at AFPC,” said Christine Armstrong, the AFPC’s civilian sustainment and transitions programs division chief.

In addition to the lifting of the hiring freeze, an Office of Management and Budget memorandum directs each government agency to develop a reform plan as part of a broader effort to reform the government and reduce the size of the federal civilian workforce.

As a result, Air Force leaders have been directed to scrutinize recruitment actions that are being sent to AFPC to make sure the positions accurately reflect mission needs.

To explore jobs with the Air Force civilian service, go to afciviliancareers.com.

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Hurricane season: Don’t be scared, be prepared

By Nyoka Robinson

hazard is flooding. It is important for coastal residents to monitor tropical storm systems as they may create dangerous storm surges, which is one of the main factors for evacuations.

As a result, it is critical for coastal residents to know their storm surge risk and designated evacuation routes.

Flooding can also occur inland from a tropical storm system. The system can cause a flash flood in just a matter of minutes, and residents living inland should be just as knowledgeable and prepared about flooding as a coastal resident.

For individuals who live inland, it is important to know where to go if an evacuation in the area is issued and make plans concerning where to go to find higher ground.

The best way to prepare yourself and your family for the potential impact of a hurricane is to take action now, by developing a family emergency plan and building an emergency supply kit with items that will allow you and your family to ride out a hurricane for at least five days. Kits should include but are not limited to water, food, clothing, a first aid kit, toiletries and a flashlight with additional batteries.

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With the hurricane season fast approaching, it is important to prepare ahead of time.

Although the season, begins on June 1, 2017 and ends November 30, 2017, storms can occur outside of the projected season.

Keeping track of all the terms concerning hurricanes and severe weather can be overwhelming, but it is very important to recognize the terminology. It is also important to know what actions or steps should be taken to prepare yourself and your family to mitigate the impact of a storm.

It only takes one storm to seriously impact a life or community, and hurricanes are among nature’s most powerful and destructive storms.

Hurricanes can range from a category 1 to 5, based on the sustained wind speed. Hurricanes that reach category 3 or higher are considered severe, due to the potential damages and loss of life that might be associated with the storm.

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Maintaining deployment, legal readiness

By Staff Report

633RD AIR BASE WING LEGAL OFFICE

As military members, it’s important to remain ready to deploy on short notice. If you got the call to deploy, would you be ready? Would you have the necessary documents to ensure that your family and household are taken care of?

In 1990, the 1st Fighter Wing rapidly deployed in support of Operation Desert Shield. This led to 1st FW pilots claiming the first confirmed aerial kill in of the operation.

Retired Master Sgt. Mark Glover was one of the first to deploy and had only a few hours to prepare. At the time, Glover was married with three children and had to quickly hand over all of his responsibilities to his wife.

When Glover reflected on his experience, he stated, “You never know when you will be called on. You need to be ready. Your family depends on you to have everything in order before you leave.”

This example reflects the importance of remaining prepared to serve abroad.

What documents help maintain legal readiness?

A will is a written declaration of how you want your property and personal belongings to be distributed to your heirs and name trustees to manage

your estate and care for your dependents. If you already have a will, you want to make sure your will accurately lists your beneficiaries and property. A will is one of the most critical documents you can complete before deploying. It should be considered without the pressures of a deployment, so you are encouraged to complete a will well before you are tasked to leave for your deployment.

A living will allows you to decide what life saving measures can be taken on your behalf and who will speak for you if you are unable to make these decisions yourself. Additionally, you could appoint a durable Power of Attorney for healthcare matters. Through a Healthcare Power of Attorney, you can choose someone to make important, sometimes life or death, medical decisions for you if you are unable to.

A Power of Attorney, or POA, is a document which allows you to give another person the authority to perform acts on your behalf. There are two types of powers of attorney—general and special. A general power of attorney gives someone else the legal authority to do almost anything that you could do. A special POA is more limited and gives someone else the legal authority to perform specific tasks on your behalf, like get your child medical care, register your car, or sell-

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How to get these documents?

To create a will, living will, healthcare power of attorney or update your current will, complete a will worksheet at https://aflegalassistance.law. af.mil and call the Langley Law Center at (757) 764-3277 to schedule an appointment with an attorney. Appointments typically last one hour.

For a Power of Attorney, complete a POA worksheet at https://aflegalassistance.law.af.mil and come in to the Langley Law Center or just visit the Langley Law Center front desk from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday,

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ARMY GETS FIRST ISLAMIC DIVISION CHAPLAIN

EVERY MORNING MY HUMAN SHAVES OFF HIS FACE FUR, HE’S FUNNY LIKE THAT.

By Pamela Kulokas

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Lt. Col. Khallid Shabazz, the former I Corps deputy chaplain, became the Army’s first Islamic chaplain at the division level during a Change of Stole ceremony Tuesday at the Lewis Main Chapel.

Shabazz became the 7th Infantry Division’s chaplain after replacing Lt. Col. Jimmy Nichols, who is headed to Fort Sill, Okla., to be the installation chaplain there.

Maj. Gen. Thomas James Jr., the division commander who officiated the ceremony, said the division is in good hands with Shabazz. The Army chief of chaplains selected Shabazz for the job in January based on his leadership qualities. He is charged with ensuring and supporting the free exercise of religion by service members, families and civilians.

“As simple as it sounds, I want to give people a sense of purpose,” Shabazz said. “My job is to help them be stronger on the other side of the door than when they came in.”

Shabazz, who holds a doctorate degree as well as four master ’s degrees, has dedicated his life to working with service members of all religions. He grew up as a Lutheran in Louisiana and converted to Islam while serving as an enlisted Soldier.

“What has served me well is I was Christian for 28 years,” Shabazz said. “I know both sides; I want to meet people where they are. If they come in and they are struggling with faith, I am not opposed to giving them their scripture and telling them how they can strengthen themselves.”

Shabazz explained that his goal is to give people a safe place to land when they come in to his office. Those he counsels don’t often realize he is Muslim, he said.

“My job is not to convert anybody or impose my religion on anybody,” he said. “My job is to ensure that those people are strong and resilient.”

The concept of pluralism within the Army Chaplain Corps means that the service’s spiritual leaders support all religions. The Army does not endorse any religion or religious organizations.

Spc. James Glover, a nutrition care specialist with Alpha Company, 47th Combat Support Hospital, is one Soldier who Shabazz has counseled. Glover said he worriedly asked Shabazz at the start of counseling, “You’re Muslim and I’m Christian; does that matter?”

It did not.

Glover said he sometimes forgets Shabazz is Muslim, because the chaplain doesn’t push his religion. They found common ground in Army values and in their drive to be successful.

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Lt. Col. Khallid Shabazz, center, participates in a Change of Stole ceremony inside the Lewis Main Chapel at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., May 23, 2017. Shabazz, the former I Corps deputy chaplain, became the chaplain for the 7th Infantry Division, making him the Army’s first Islamic chaplain at the division level.

“He helped me realize that I can do a lot of things, regardless of how hard they are,” he said. “I just have to actually try and do what I have to do.”

Showing care and compassion while helping service members succeed is Shabazz’s specialty, according to Sgt. Maj. Elian Strachan, the chief chaplain assistant at I Corps. He has known Shabazz since the two were stationed together at Fort Hood, Texas, in 2014.

“When you think about what a chaplain should be, that’s exactly what he brings,” Strachan said. “Every problem, every issue anybody has — he makes time for them. He makes them feel like they are the only person alive right then and there.”

During Shabazz’s career, he has traveled the world as a professional military religious adviser, leader and ethics instructor. Strachan said he excels at showing people how to get along regardless of their denomination.

“Being mindful of the Islamic perspective does not make you weak; it actually makes you stronger,” he said. “That doesn’t mean a person is not a good Christian.”

The worldview Shabazz brings, coupled with his experience as a noncommissioned officer, give him a skillset rarely found in the Army Chaplain Corps. He also possesses the unique ability to identify and address the spiritual needs facing Islamic Soldiers today.

Still, Shabazz said he expects some resistance when people see the crescent moon, a symbol of Islam, and doubt his ability to serve those of other faiths.

“The transformative power of loving people, to me, it crosses all so-called faith issues,” he said. “That’s what’s most important to me. I approach every situation with that attitude and with that respect.”

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Working out for fallen service members

By Staff Sgt. Areca T. Bell

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. service members and their families participated in a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. The event included a variety of exercises and aimed to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

During the Murph Workout, members ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 200 pushups and 300 squats. Participants who opted to complete the Pararescue Workout ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 400 burpees, 300 squats, 100 sit-ups and 400 meters of tire flips.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Derek Seifert, 633rd Air Base Wing photojournalist, performs a pull-up during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017.

Throughout the Murph Workout, participants ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 200 pushups and 300 squats.

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jared Martin, 633rd Security Forces Squadron police services NCO in charge, performs a push-up during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. During the event, participants performed a number of exercises in remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

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U.S. service members and their families participate in a 1-mile run during the Memorial Day Murph and Pararecue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. During the workout, members ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 200 pushups and 300 squats.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Austin Goins, 633rd Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical services technician, flips a tire during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. Participants who opted to complete the Pararescue Workout ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 400 burpees, 300 squats, 100 sit-ups and 400-meter tire flip.

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A participant does a squat during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. The event included a variety of exercises aimed to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Holden, assigned to the 30th Intelligence Squadron, does a pull-up during a Memorial Day Murph and Pararescue Workout event at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 29, 2017. Participants who participated in the Pararescue Workout ran a total of two miles, performed a total of 100 pullups, 400 burpees, 300 squats, 100 sit-ups and 400-meter tire flip. (Last name withheld for security purposes)

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June 2, 2017 U.S. Coast Guardsmen render a salute after placing ceremonial wreaths during a Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Hampton National Cemetery in Hampton, Va., May 29, 2017. The Memorial Day Observance originated from Observance Day, a tradition which began to honor those U.S. service members who died during the Civil War. It was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by Gen. John Logan, Grand Army of the Republic national commander, in his General Order No. 11.

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Gone but never forgotten: Community honors fallen heroes

By Staff Sgt. Teresa J. Cleveland

633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

U.S. service members, veterans and local community members gathered to honor fallen service members during a Memorial Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony at Hampton National Cemetery in Hampton, May 29, 2017.

During the ceremony, retired U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr.

Ricky Shiloh spoke of how fallen military members still serve today’s society.

“Men and women buried in these cemeteries across the country would be proud of their posthumous service,” said Shiloh. “They continue to serve by bringing all of us and others across America together no matter what race, gender or political affiliation. We are here and united together to pay respect and forever be grateful for their sacrifice.”

The Memorial Day Observance originated from Observance Day, a tradition which began to honor U.S. service members who died during the Civil War. It was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by Gen. John Logan, Grand Army of the Republic national commander, in his General Order No. 11.

“The 30th of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose

of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village and hamlet churchyard in the land,” he proclaimed. “In this observance, no form of ceremony is prescribed, but posts and comrades will in their own way arrange such fitting services and testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.”

During the Hampton ceremony, service members from each branch laid ceremonial wreaths on the gravesites, rendering a salute to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country, prisoners of war and those missing in action who served in conflicts around the world.

Additionally, a roll call was conducted, asking veterans from all conflicts dating back to World War II to stand and receive recognition, followed by a moment of silence for fallen World War I military members who have long since passed.

More than 130 ceremonies across the nation hosted Memorial Day ceremonies this year, including Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, where President Donald Trump laid a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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Retired U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Ricky Shiloh, guest speaker, addresses the audience during a Memorial Day WreathLaying Ceremony at the Hampton National Cemetery in Hampton, Va., May 29, 2017. According to Shiloh, deceased U.S. service members posthumously serve today by bringing community members together regardless of race, gender or political affiliation.

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Hospital volunteers serve, fill in the gaps

By Beverly Joyner

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When visiting medical facilities whether for an appointment, procedure or prescription pick-up, people expect to receive prompt and proficient health care and service.

For those visiting U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley at Joint Base LangleyEustis, a team of dedicated volunteers, including seven retired couples, help provide assistance to staff members, ensuring patients and visitors receive the care that they deserve.

According to Robert Baldwin, U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley volunteer coordinator, these volunteers are part of a program that first started in 1982, originally named the Hospital Retiree Volunteer Program. The hospital volunteers also included those who signed up through the Red Cross Volunteer Program.

At that time, both the retiree program and Red Cross volunteers worked mainly at information desks, but were later recruited to work in the pharmacies and clinics. Recently, the programs were merged to better streamline the volunteer process.

“The Hospital Retiree Volunteer Program’s name was changed to Hospital Volunteer Program when it expanded to include family members of active-duty,” said Baldwin. “We recently met and decided that we only needed one combined volunteer program at the hospital, and over time, all new volunteers will be Red Cross volunteers.”

On a weekly basis, approximately 100 volunteers assist at the information desks and the two pharmacies, while about 35 volunteers assist hospital staff in the clinics. Since the average volunteer works four hours a week, their rotations are scheduled to provide maximum coverage and continuity.

“The hospital’s two pharmacies fill over 33,000 prescriptions per month and 99 percent of those are delivered by volunteers,” said Baldwin, who is also a volunteer. “This allows the pharmacy

technicians to concentrate on filling prescriptions.”

In the past, satellite pharmacy volunteers would search through bins to find a patient’s name and medication, but with the new automated system the patient’s identification card is scanned and provides the volunteers with the exact location of the medication.

“There was a lot of effort that went into training the volunteers who work at the satellite pharmacy,” said Baldwin.

“What [the new system] has done is cut down on backlog because it wasn’t unusual for people to wait in line for two hours. Now we’re down to less than 30 minutes.”

According to Baldwin, the seven retired volunteer couple teams contribute to the hospital’s mission by volunteering more than 300 hours each month.

One such couple is Robert and Mary Rehak, who volunteer together at the hospital’s satellite pharmacy two days a week. Initially serving as an enlisted radio operator in the U.S. Air Force, Robert earned his commission and is now a retired fighter pilot. Robert has volunteered for almost 25 years at the hospital, while his wife, Mary, a Fort Monroe child development center retiree, has volunteered for almost 14 years.

“Volunteering is like giving something back. I can do more since I’m aware of the Air Force and I’ve been around it for so long,” said Robert. “I have recommended volunteering to many, many people.”

“I like the camaraderie [of volunteering] and the interaction with the patients,” said Mary. “I think I add value to the pharmacy because I’m always trying to help somebody. The Air Force has helped me all along the way so I figure I can help them out a little.”

The US Air Force Hospital Langley’s volunteer program provides on-the-job training at various locations including the emergency room, information desks, pharmacies and clinics.

For more information about volunteering at US Air Force Hospital Langley, call 764-6384 or visit www.redcross.org.

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Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Howell, U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley volunteer, and his wife, Barbara Howell, hospital volunteer, consult an information desk directory at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 17, 2017. The Howells are part of a team of seven retired couples who volunteer for more than 300 hours each month at the hospital.

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U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley volunteer Mary Rehak, wife of retired U.S. Air Force Capt. Robert Rehak, hospital volunteer, delivers prescription medication to a beneficiary at the satellite pharmacy at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., May 22, 2017. Mary and Robert are part of a team of seven retired hospital volunteer couples, and both volunteer at the pharmacy two days a week.

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June 2, 2017 One of Team Dover’s C-17 Globemaster IIIs sets on the flightline as an HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopter is offloaded May 16, 2017, at Langley Air Force Base, Va. The C-17 transported 2 helicopters and 40 Airmen from Moody AFB, Ga., to Langley AFB where they participated in Exercise RAPID RESCUE.

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By Senior Airman Aaron J. Jenne 436TH AIRLIFT WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The 3d Airlift Squadron supported Exercise RAPID RESCUE May 15 – 18, 2017, providing transportation and simulated aeromedical evacuation along the East Coast.

The exercise showcased search and rescue techniques, as well as aeromedical evacuation capabilities of the 38th Rescue Squadron from Moody AFB, Georgia.

“This was a great opportunity for our crew to not only see the execution of combat search and rescue operations first hand but directly coordinate with our Combat Air Force partners at the 1st Fighter Wing,” said Capt. Jeff Hogan, 3d AS pilot. “It was key for us to identify how our roles and responsibilities complement each other and where we can better integrate to effectively accomplish operations in a high risk environment across multiple major weapons systems.”

The C-17A Globemaster III and its crew landed at Moody AFB Monday afternoon, where the 723d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 41st Helicopter Maintenance Unit members loaded two HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopters aboard the cargo plane. The next day, the plane, cargo and 40 members of the 38th RQS and 41st HMU departed for Joint Base LangleyEustis, Virginia.

The next morning, the two combat search and rescue teams flew out over the

Atlantic Ocean aboard their helicopters to rescue members of a simulated incident.

Shortly thereafter, three personnel, who suffered simulated injuries, were retrieved and transported to the C-17 awaiting rapid aeromedical evacuation. The 38th RQS pararescuemen practiced various in-flight medical procedures to stabilize the simulated patients, while coordinating with the C-17 aircrew during the hour-long flight.

“I’ve never actually done a casualty evacuation on a C-17, and I’m almost positive nobody else on my team has either,” said Tech. Sgt. Eric Braddock, 38th RQS pararescue team leader. “It was extremely eye-opening for us. It was a very good experience for us to see the amount of space we have available and how the stanchions are laid out. The crew really helped us out too. By the time we got there, they had everything ready for us, and we were airborne in no time. I hope we get even more training opportunities like this.”

Later that day, the Globemaster aircrew flew under the protection of a four-ship F-22 Raptor formation. Once over the Atlantic, the escort called for the cargo plane to make a tactical decent to 500 feet, nearly skimming the water, when simulated aggressors entered the air space. For the next 30 minutes, the smaller, more nimble Raptors engaged in a dogfight with the aggressive T-38 Talons as the bulky C-17 safely flew along the ocean surface. Several times the Globemaster crew responded to maneuvering commands from the escorts,

banking 60-degree turns toward new headings dodging air and sea threats while maintaining low level flight.

“It was impressive to see how quickly they implemented their tactics, techniques and procedures in response to our maneuvers,” Hogan said. I’m confident that everyone on the crew is more prepared to respond effectively to a real-world situation. In a C-17, we don’t get a lot of opportunities to work across Mobility Air Forces and Combat Air Forces lines, so it’s a great opportunity to further refine our TTPs and reinforce key relationships with our combat partners at the 1st Fighter Wing.”

The next day, the Pave Hawks were loaded back on the C-17, and the crews and cargo returned to Moody AFB. Once offloaded, the engines fired and the plane returned to Dover AFB. The mission was focused on the search and rescue and aeromedical evacuation training, but nearly every stage that led up to that exercise offered valuable training for somebody, Hogan said.

The Globemaster crew capitalized on training by practicing low-level maneuvers through the Appalachian Mountains after departing Dover AFB. Maintainers of the 41st HMU also learned the safest way to load helicopters onto C-17s. Loading the 65-foot-long, 8-ton HH-60Gs required coordinated effort from about 10 people pulling, pushing and watching for any indication of possible collision.

From left, Staff Sgt. Robert Hall, Staff Sgt. Travis Lester, and Senior Airman Eddie Judge, 38th Rescue Squadron pararescuemen assigned to Moody Air Force Base, Ga., carry an Airman with simulated injuries toward a 3d Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III May 17, 2017, during Exercise RAPID RESCUE at Langley AFB, Va. The C-17 was prepped and ready to takeoff for a simulated aeromedical evacuation flight when the search and rescue team arrived.

“Loading oversized cargo is complicated,” said Tech. Sgt. Brendan Proctor, 3d AS loadmaster. “If you aren’t careful, it’s very easy to damage either the cargo or the plane. It’s always good to give Airmen who may load a plane someday the opportunity to get some hands-on experience.”

At the end of the day, it was a good way to solidify academic understanding of procedures with practical application, Proctor said.

“Participating in Exercise RAPID RESCUE allowed us to integrate with Combat Search and Rescue and CAF assets in an evolving and dynamic landscape,” said Capt. Ryan Nichol, 3d AS instructor pilot.

“Working across major commands gave us a unique chance to gain perspective on each other’s capabilities. It afforded us the opportunity to perfect the way we work together in a training environment so we can execute flawlessly when it counts. These types of opportunities hone our skills and we look forward to working together in future exercises.”

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JBLE Violence Prevention and Green Dot office launches new site

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Violence Prevention and Green Dot office launched a new site. This year’s Green Dot training will begin March 13, 2017. For more information on violence prevention and Green Dot training registration, visit https://www.milsuite.mil/ book/groups/joint-base-langley-eustis-violence-prevention/overview.

Armed Services Blood Program Blood Drive

The Armed Services Blood Program will host a blood drive event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 7, 2017, at U.S. Air Force Hospital Langley. Registration location will be at first floor atrium. The event is in support of those who are deployed and the hospital’s patients. To register or to make a donor appointment, visit www.militaryblood.dod.mil.

633rd SFS message to Hunt Housing residents

The 633rd Security Forces Squadron asks all Hunt Housing residents to secure their vehicles and homes. Crime rates are generally higher during the summer months and have begun to increase in Hunt Housing. Suspects have been targeting unlocked vehicles. The 633rd SFS has increased patrols in the area but needs the assistance of all residents to stop the increase in crime. Residents can help by locking their vehicles and storing all valuable items in their vehicles out of view.

Social Media policies

All JBLE associated social media pages must be approved and coordinated through the 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office. Pages not set up with this office will be reported as false and may face termination.

If you currently manage a JBLE page that was not approved by the Public Affairs office, please gain compliance by coordinating with your unit commander and contacting the PA office at 764-5701.

Per AFI 35-107, once approved, unit commanders are ultimately responsible for maintaining their social media presence(s), as well as all content posted to their site(s). Social media sites will be checked at least once every 24 hours to ensure operational security (OPSEC) and security, accuracy, policy, and propriety (SAPP) are not violated. (T-1).

Langley Air Force Base Technology Expo

The 480th Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing will host a technology expo at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bayview Commonwealth Center, June 13, 2017. The expo allows attendees the opportunity to learn about mission-centric solutions and network with industry partners. For more information, visit www. federalevents.com/langley.

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Air Force Reserve hosts Palace FrontPalace Chase informational sessions

The Air Force Reserve will host Palace Front-Palace Chase informational sessions the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. in the 633rd Force Support Squadron auditorium, building 15 in Wing B, room 203. Palace Front is available to Airmen within 180 days of their projected separation date. Palace Chase is reserved for Airmen over 180 days from separation who are interested in separating from Active Duty early. For more information, call 751-4825 or 846-7532.

Langley Chiefs’ Group sponsors 2017 Mary Matthews Scholarship

The Langley Chiefs’ Group sponsors the Mary Matthews Scholarship Fund to active-duty Airmen from E-1 through E-6, stationed at Langley Air Force Base, Va., who are pursuing a college degree. Four $300 scholarships will be presented at the May 2017 Langley Chiefs’ Group meeting. Applications are available by contacting any member of the Langley Chiefs’ Group and must be received by April 17, 2017. For more information, call 764-5638.

Langley 5/6 club hosts monthly meetings

The Langley 5/6 club will meet at 11:30 a.m. at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every second Wednesday of every month. A guest speaker joins the club every month to discuss various topics. Along with being a networking tool, the group meets to brainstorm fundraising opportunities and membership drives. For more information, call 764-0507.

Company Grade Officer Council welcomes members

The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 p.m. at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third Thursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army officer on the council board. Join the council for professional development, social events and fun. For more information, call 764-9954.

JBLE Family Child Care Program

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care Program is looking for child care providers. They are searching for those interested in a professional, portable career that will allow those to stay at home and run a homebased business.

The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old. Child care providers must be at least 18 years old be able to read and speak English, be in good health, and willing to undergo a background check.

The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. Training may include First Aid, CPR, health, safety, developmentally appropriate practices and child guidance. All individuals providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours a week must be licensed.

For more information, Fort Eustis at 5584/5726 or Langley Air Force Base 764-3585/2835.

Trespass Notice

The Langley small arms firing range, adjacent area and the bullet impact area to the rear of the range are off-limits to all personnel. The firing range maintains 24hour operations, seven days a week and is not open for the use of privately owned weapons. Due to gunfire, trespassing in this area is illegal and dangerous. For more information, contact Combat Arms at 764-4785 or 574-4785.

Life lessons over lunch workplace study

Join the new Life Lessons over Lunch the first and third Thursdays of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the 633rd Mission Support Group Conference Room. The Langley Chapel offers this marketplace initiative where participants meet on a regular basis to view a DVD message over lunch.

Life Lessons provides a unique opportunity for participants to enter an environment in the workplace where they can consider relevant insights around personal and professional challenges. The principles are presented from a biblical perspective but are non-denominational and open to all active-duty U.S. service members. A free lunch will be provided. For more information, contact the Langley Chapel at 633abw.hc@us.af.mil.

Shellbank open 24/7 for active-duty only

The Shellbank Fitness Center is now open 24/7 for active-duty military members. To utilize the fitness center during unmanned hours, active-duty Service members must attend a 24/7 Fitness Orientation Class briefing. For more information, call 225-8165.

Do you know your Special Victims’ Counsel at JBLE?

The Special Victims’ Counsel at Joint Base Langley Eustis provides confidential legal advice and assistance, advocates the voice and choice for sexual assault victims and protects the rights and privacy interests of SAV, among other services. For more information or to reach the SVU, contact them at 225-1629.

Langley Toastmasters meeting

The Langley Toastmasters meet at the Commu¬nity Commons every sec¬ond and fourth Wednesday of the month at noon. For additional information, call at 225-5610, or 225-7377.

Military Tuition Assistance briefing

Prior to the first use of Military Tuition Assistance, Service members are required to attend an initial TA briefing to ensure rules, roles and user responsibilities are clearly understood.

Currently, the briefings are conducted in room 130 at the Education Center the first three Fridays of every month at 9 a.m. Initial TA briefings will be conducted in room 123 at the Education Center each Tuesday at 9 a.m. For more information, contact the Education Center at 764-2962 or 633fss.fsde.eo@us.af.mil.

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Transportation Museum change to hours of operation

The United States Army Transportation Museum on Fort Eustis will change its hours of operation.

The museums new hours will take effect on the first weekend of June.

The previous hours of Tuesday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm will change to Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm For more information, call 878-1115.

Memorial Day ceremony

A Memorial Day and Flag Retirement Ceremony will be held at Fort Monroe National Monument to honor the fallen men and women of the U.S. military. The ceremony will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., May 29, 2017, at the Colonies RV and Travel Park located at 501 Fenwick Rd, Fort Monroe Va. A drop box for worn, torn and faded flags will also be available. Boy Scout Troop 29 and the National Park Service at Fort Monroe will join in retiring the flags with dignity and respect. For more information, call 722-3678 or 722-2200.

Social Media policies

All Joint Base Langley-Eustis associated social media pages must be approved and coordinated through the 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office. Pages not set up with this office will be reported as false and may face termination.

If you currently manage a JBLE page that was not approved by the Public Affairs office, please gain compliance by coordinating with your unit commander and contacting the PA office at 764-5701.

Per AFI 35-107, once approved, unit commanders are ultimately responsible for maintaining their social media presence, as well as all content posted to their site. Social media sites will be checked ,at least, once every 24 hours to ensure operational security OPSEC) and security, accuracy, policy, and propriety (SAPP) are not violated.

1-210 Change of Command

The 128th Aviation Brigade will host a Change of Command ceremony June 9, 2017, at 8:30 a.m. at building 27618, High Bay Hanger, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. Lt. Col. Adam Keown will assume command from Lt. Col. Ralph Heidel. For more information or to RSVP, call 878-4565.

633rd SFS message to Hunt Housing residents

The 633rd Security Forces Squadron asks all Hunt Housing residents to secure their vehicles and homes. Crime rates are generally higher during the summer months and have begun to increase in Hunt Housing. Suspects have been targeting unlocked vehicles. The 633rd SFS has increased patrols in the

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Company Grade Officer Council welcomes members

The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 p.m. at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third Thursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army officer on the council board.

Join the council for professional development, social events and fun. For more information, call 764-9954.

Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library encourages reading

Fort Eustis’ Groninger Library has implemented an ongoing Reading Program entitled “1000 Books Before Kindergarten” and “1000 Books from 1st -5th grades.” For every 100 books read, children can take their reading log to the library to receive a prize.

After reading 1000 books, children will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, contact the library at 878-5017 or visit www.groningerlibrary.com.

Wylie Theater hosts Chapel Next Sunday services

Join Chapel Next at the Wylie Theater from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Sundays for contemporary Christian worship. Experience God’s goodness and grace, discover answers to life’s questions. Enjoy being spiritually revived, refreshed and fulfilled. For more information, call at 878-2257.

Fort Eustis’ Regimental Memorial Chapel hosts weekly programs

Regimental Memorial Chapel hosts the following weekly programs: All programs will held at the Regimental Memorial Chapel at 923 Lee Blvd., Fort Eustis, Va. • The Awana Program is held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Wednesday. Awana is a program for children, ages four to middle school, helping churches and parents to work together to develop spiritually strong children who faithfully follow Jesus Christ.

• The Protestant Women of the Chapel bible studies is held from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday in the assembly room. The PWOC offers four studies from which to choose: “Prayers of the Bible” by Susan Hunt; “None Like Him” by Jen Wilkin; “Transforming Grace” by Jerry Bridges; and “Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood” by Melissa Kruger. Child care is available for preschool children and an attended home-school room.

• The Fort Eustis Catholic Women of the Chapel meet from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every Wednesday. The CWOC are currently studying “Walking Toward Eternity,” a series of studies designed to

help you make real and lasting changes in your life.

Through a prayerful reading of Scripture, personal reflection, and a commitment to action, you will grow in faith and be given the means to put it into practice in your daily life. Child care is available for preschool children.

For more information, call 878-4316.

Fort Eustis Education Center announces DANTES policy change

Beginning Oct. 1, 2016, DANTES will no longer physically process any paper-based reimbursement.

This policy change includes reimbursement of test fees for the following exams: GED, GMAT, GRE General and GRE Subject, Praxis Core and Praxis Subject Assessment, ACT and SAT. For additional information, contact Fort Eustis Education Center at 878-2083.

JBLE Family Child Care Program

If you are looking for a professional, portable career that will allow you to stay at home with your children and run your own home-based business, then becoming a child care provider may be a good fit for you. The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care Program screens child care providers who watch children in their homes. The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old. Child care providers must be at least 18 years old, be able to read and speak English, be in good health and willing to undergo a background check.

The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. Training may include first aid, CPR, health, safety, developmentally appropriate practices and child guidance. All individuals providing child care in their homes for more than 10 hours a week must be licensed. For more information, call Fort Eustis at 878-5584/5726 or Langley Air Force Base at 764-3585/2835.

Old Point Comfort Toastmasters Club

Do you want to improve your public speaking and communication skills? The Old Point Comfort Toastmasters Club meets at 11:40 a.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month, at 650 Monroe Ave. Visitors are always welcome. For more information, visit www.district66.org or call 878-3124 or 878-2204.

Army Emergency Relief available online

Soldiers, military retirees and family members can now request financial assistance through Army Emergency Relief’s redesigned website at https:// www.aerhq.org. Applications can be submitted 24 hours a day via desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. The redesigned site allows for easier navigation and authorized patrons can access their accounts, apply for scholarships, donate and utilize the new loan calculator. For more information, call at 878-5570.

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WEBSITE dedicated to military families!

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June 2, 2017

INTRODUCING

MILITARYNEWS.COM ATTENTION MILITARY FAMILIES: now there’s a regional website just for you! MilitaryNews.com assists active duty military and their families, both during their transition and throughout their residence here in Hampton Roads.

There’s an abundance of information at your fingertips!

★ RELOCATION INFO

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All the resources you need to make Hampton Roads your home.

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★ DISCOUNTS & DEALS

Great deals are easy to find with MilitaryNews.com’s list of military discounts and military-only coupons and contests!

★ EVENTS & CALENDAR

Looking for fun, military friendly events for the whole family? Check out our events and calendar pages for all the military happenings.

★ MILITARY NEWS & BLOGS Find information for military families by military families. Our slate of bloggers are all connected to the military and want to help you make the most of your time in Hampton Roads.

PLUS SO MUCH MORE. CHECK OUT MILITARYNEWS.COM TODAY!