Family Matters March 2014

Family Matters NCNG FAMILY PROGRAMS, VOLUME 5, ISSUE 3, MARCH 2014

SUMMER JOBS TIPS FOR JOB SEEKING TEENS THE NITTY-GRITTY GUIDE

FOR FAMILY READINESS GROUPS OPERATION KIDS ON GUARD Easy Ways to Stay Fit a 28-Day Challenge

BACK IN TIME EMPLOYMENT INITIATIVES IN 1919

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Contents 04 Live our values, Step up to Stop Sexual Assault Sexual Assault Awareness Month: In the United States April marks Sexual Assault

This April, Show Your Support See Page 4

05 Kids on Guard Sign up for an event near you.

06 Stay in the Game!

Guard your health tips for a healthier you.

08 Connecting Social Media & Volunteering March Webinars for Volunteers

Page 04 Connecting & Social Volunteering page 8

09 Nitty-Gritty Guide for Family Readiness Groups It is more important than ever that Family Readiness Groups stay Active and Ready for whatever comes their way! So, how do you do this?

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Months after the declaration of the end of World War 1, employment was a concern for the Servicemembers returning home. In the Start and Stripes May 9, 1919 edition the following was printed regarding instructions and initiatives for employment. ~ NCNG Family Programs

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Family Readiness Groups

Quiz yourself. Find out if your FRG reaching its full potential.

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Taxes

Taxes resources for Servicemembers and their dependants.

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Upcoming Events

Check it out!

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Hello Everyone, We hope that your year is going well. We are certainly moving along as quickly as ever.

Family Programs is in full-swing with upcoming events throughout the State.

While we like to highlight the national programs that are available for Military Families, we want to make sure that you are taking full advantage of our in-house programs.

Remember that free legal assistance is available to you on a variety of subjects. We also have tax services this year, that are also free of charge. Read through to find out the dates, hours, and how to schedule an appointment.

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Be sure to take a look inside, also, for our upcoming Military Kids events. Our Child & Youth Program has announced many upcoming opportunities, from Kids on Guard to Operation Purple Camps, and more.

With upcoming Military Recognition Holidays, like Month of the Military Child and Volunteer Appreciation in April, and Military Family Month in May, be sure that you follow us on Facebook and Twitter. We will have lots coming up, and this is a great place to keep you informed. Plus, we sometimes learn about free tickets to games, in honor of you. And, we want you to take advantage of it.

As warmer temperatures come along, we hope you’ll get a chance to enjoy the weather … perhaps, take a walk with your family or enjoy one of our many trails here in North Carolina.

And, distress and rejuvenate yourself. “March Madness” gives us basketball fans here in the State lots of opportunities to gather with family and friends for game time, laughter and friendly rivalry.

Thank you for all you do, Diane Coffill NC National Guard and Families First line of Defense Call the Behavioral Health At

1-855-322-3848

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About Sexual Assault Awareness Month: In the United States April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM). During SAAM activists raise awareness about sexual violence and educate communities and individuals on how to prevent it. The Teal Ribbon is displayed or worn to help raise awareness about SAAM and show your support.

About the Teal ribbon: In 2001, the NSVRC conducted a brief survey on the issues of color and symbol, and discovered that teal was the color most often used and preferred for SAAM. On the subject of symbol, about half of the respondents preferred the use of a ribbon to anything else.

Show your support for Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April! Display with your free teal ribbon download at www.nsvrc.org/saam

Live Our Values: Step Up to Stop Sexual Assault “We need cultural change where every Service member is treated with dignity and respect, where all allegations of inappropriate behavior are treated with seriousness, where victims' privacy is protected, where bystanders are motivated to intervene, and where offenders know that they will be held accountable by strong and effective systems of justice.”

-Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel What can we do during April?

We should offer messages and activities that reinforce our personal and unit commitments to the elimination of the crime of sexual assault in the military.

• Live our Values: Every Service member, at every level in our military, must adhere to and internalize Service values and standards of behavior.

• Underpinning our entire program is the need for every Service member – from new recruit to General Officer – to live the core values of our profession: integrity, trust, dignity, respect, fidelity, and courage.

• We continue to strive for an environment where professional values, team commitment, and respect define

how we treat one another at every command, workplace, and throughout our military community.

• Step up: Our entire DoD community has a critical role in preventing and responding to sexual assault and must intervene to reduce risk, stop inappropriate behavior, and report crimes • Bystander intervention is vital in helping to stop unsafe behavior.

• Service members’ decision to act could prevent a sexual assault.

• Stop Sexual Assault: Our aim is to reduce, with a goal to eliminate, the crime of sexual assault from the Armed Forces.

• In order to prevent sexual assault, every member of the DoD Community must be committed to advancing an environment where sexist behaviors, sexual harassment, and sexual assault are not tolerated, condoned, or ignored.

• Sexual assault is not only inappropriate behavior, it is criminal behavior.

JFHQ-NC SARC SSG Kristian S. Hall, SARC Cell: 919-410-1960 /Office: (800) 621-4136 Ext. 46909; kristian.s.hall.mil@mail.mil SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PROGRAM REPORT PROCESS Victim Reports To: Law Enforcement, Chain of Command or other Military Member

UNRESTRICTED REPORT Local Law Enforcement, Military Policy (MP), Criminal Investigation Department (CID) or NGB Office of Complex Investigations (OCI) Notified and Investigation Started JFHQ SARC and MSC SARC Notified and victim advocate (VA) assigned VA provides crisis intervention, non-clinical support, and an explanation of reporting options and available resources Medical Care and Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) VA provides ongoing survivor advocacy and non-clinical support Survivor receives monthly updates on case/investigation, crime victim’s rights and resources and ongoing advocacy

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If You Are the Victim NOTE: References for these steps are based on DoD Directive 6495.01; DoD Instructions 6495.02; Army Regulation 600-20, Chapter 8; TAG Policies and Procedures and AFI 36-6001.

Victim Reports To: Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC), Victim Advocate (VA), Chaplain, or Healthcare Provider JFHQ SARC and MSC SARC Notified and victim advocate (VA) assigned VA provides crisis intervention, non-clinical support, and an explanation of reporting options and available resources

UNRESTRICTED REPORT Local Law Enforcement, Military Policy (MP), Criminal Investigation Department (CID) or NGB Office of Complex Investigations (OCI) Notified and Investigation Started AVAILABLE RESOURCES AND ADVOCACY Medical Care and treatment Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) Kit Mental Health Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers, Psychiatrists Spiritual Chaplains Legal Victim Witness Assistance Personnel (Unrestricted Only) Legal Assistance Attorney

RESTRICTED REPORT Medical Care and Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) JFHQ SARC notifies TAG and MSC CDR with non-identifying information and provides monthly updates during SAPRC meeting.

VA provides ongoing survivor advocacy and non-clinical support At any time, the survivor may switch a Restricted Report to an Unrestricted Report triggering an investigation.

The North Carolina National Guard Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO) has continued to support the DoD theme and Commander’s intent to develop and implement training, enforce policy, and enhance victim support to improve system accountability. SAAM projects and events help to reduce obstacles to reporting sexual assaults and educates our force about what is myth and what is fact regarding sexual violence in our community. SAAM Events to be announced in next month’s issue.

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Kids On Guard Contact Kristi Wagner Child & Youth Program Coordinator Kristi.l.wagner4.ctr@mail.mil 800-621-4136 ext 14761

Or

Alice Dean, Lead Child & Youth Program Coordinator Alice.c.dean.ctr@mail.mil 800-621-4136 ext 12183

For more information or to Pre-register for an event.

April 5, 2014 -Saturday, ages 8-16 Tryon Palace, 529 South Front St., New Bern, NC 28562

May 17, 2014 -Saturday, ages 6-12 Greensboro Science Center, 4301 Lawndale Dr., G’Boro, NC 27455

July 26, 2014 -Saturday, ages 1-4 w/adult & ages 5-14 Morrisville Armory, 2025 National Guard Dr., Morrisville, NC 28560

September 26-28, 2014 - Friday-Sunday, ages 8-16 Camp Butner Training Center, 539 Roberts Chapel Rd., Stem, NC

Join More -Upcoming:Events in the North Eastern Area Charlotte Area, and Western NC Area.

Sign up on JSS www.jointservicessupport.org to receive email notifications of KOG and other Youth events, our public website www. nc.ngb.army.mil , Facebook search “NCNGFP”, or follow us on Twitter @ncngfamily.

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12 Ridiciously Simple Ways to Combat Stress, Illness, and Aging

Here’s some tips we found online from guardourhealth.com to help you

STAY IN THE GAME. When most people think of getting healthy, they think of running a marathon, hitting the gym five days a week, or giving up all carbs and sweets in lieu of meals filled with fruits, vegetables, and lean protein. While these are great ambitions to have, improving your health doesn’t have to involve such drastic shifts. And in many cases, setting such lofty goals can set you up for failure before you even get started.

If you aren’t anywhere close to running a marathon or finding time in your schedule for daily trips to the gym, this doesn’t mean you have to resign to poor health. Instead, focus on what you CAN do at this very moment by starting with these twelve simple techniques that are so easy anyone (yes, even you!) can do them:

1.STOP MULTI-TASKING

People who eat in front of the TV eat up to 40% more AND enjoy it less. At work, heavy multi-taskers experience a 40 percent decrease in productivity, take 50 percent longer to complete a task, and make up to 50 percent more errors.

Where to start: Eat one meal per day without multi-tasking, turning off all electronics and concentrating on chewing each bite slowly and completely.

2. SPEND TIME OUTSIDE

Why? Spending time outdoors, even as little as ten minutes a day, is linked to a variety of health benefits, including enhanced mood, reduced stress, faster healing, and improved concentration. So slap on the sunscreen and take a short break outside.

Where to start: Set alarms to remind yourself to take a 10minute break three times a day. At every alarm, go outside and take 100 steps.

3. CARE FOR YOUR TEETH

Why? Brushing your teeth regularly could help protect against heart disease, respiratory infections, erectile dysfunction, and other serious conditions linked to bacteria that can build up in your mouth without proper dental care.

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4. GET ORGANIZED

Why? Mess leads to stress. Living with clutter has been linked to over-eating. Clutter also reduces productivity and increases the level of cortisol, AKA the stress hormone in your body.

5. WASH YOUR HANDS

Why? In an analysis of 390 cellphones, 16 percent were contaminated with E. coli, likely transferred by dirty hands. In another study, hand hygiene education and soap prevented 50% of cases gastrointestinal illness.

6. STRETCH

Why? Stretching for a short period of time each day can improve flexibility, coordination, and circulation while also protecting against injury and stress.

7. TAKE DEEP BREATHS

Why? Most of us take shallow breaths. But deep abdominal breathing can release tension, lower blood pressure, and support relaxation. When you take deep breaths from the abdomen, rather than shallow breaths from your upper chest, you inhale more oxygen. The more oxygen you get, the less tense, short of breath, and anxious you feel. (continued on next page)

GET “WHERE TO START TIPS” AND FIND OUT “PLACES TO LEARN MORE AT GUARDYOURHEALTH.COM

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FRG Regional Training

8. SLEEP MORE

Why? Adults that get five hours or less of sleep each night are at a 2.5 times higher risk for diabetes, 45 percent higher risk of heart attack, and 12 percent higher risk for death.

Sleep helps you burn fat, boost your immunities, enhance your mood, and increase energy levels, so it is critical to get the recommended 7-9 hours each night.

9. MAKE SIMPLE DIET SUBSTITUTIONS

Why? Making simple changes to your food choices, such as replacing one soda with a glass of water or switching from whole milk to skim milk in your 16oz latté, could help you shed up to 15-20 pounds a year.

10. SOCIALIZE

Registration is Now Open Greensboro, NC March 8 https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails.aspx?Mode=ReadOnly&Id=58FE5F7A-95FB-49FBBA7F-DB3C007455D7

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Why? Having strong social ties could help you lengthen your life and fight depression.

11. GET MOVING (SPEND LESS TIME SITTING)

Why? In one study, people who sat for 11 hours or more a day were 40 percent more likely to die – from any cause. In addition, the World Health Organization says physical inactivity is the main cause for approximately 21-25 percent of breast and colon cancers and 27 percent of diabetes cases. The easiest way to stand up for your health? Literally, stand up.

2014 Operation Purple Camps www.militaryfamily.org North Carolina is fortunate to have two camps in our state:

12. HYDRATE

Why? 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. Dehydration is associated with heart and digestive issues, fatigue, high blood pressure, kidney distress, and premature aging. Water helps your body get rid of toxins, regulate your body temperature, and control calorie intake.

These small steps may seem obvious, but they can deliver real results for your health and well-being. The best part?

They can be worked into even the busiest and most demanding of schedules.

Want to see for yourself how these and other small steps can transform your life? Participate in Guard Your Health’s upcoming “Small Steps to a Healthier You” Challenge, a 28-day challenge designed to boost your physical, mental, and spiritual health, one day and one step at a time.

GET IN THE GAME

The “Small Steps to a Healthier You” Challenge, a 28-day challenge starts March 1st

Camp Bob, Hendersonville, NC – 29 June – 4 July 2014 (ages 7-16) Camp Rockfish, Parkton, NC 29 June – 4 July 2014 (ages 10-15) Please note that families are not restricted to just camps in North Carolina.

In past years some of our children have attended camp in another state. Priority is given to children experiencing deployment during a 15 month deployment window (September 2013 – December 2014). Applications are being accepted beginning 24 February through 24 March 2014.

Camp Corral – www.campcorral.org – (ages 8-15) Easter 4-H Center, Columbia, NC – 22-27 June 2014 YMCA Camp Hanes, King, NC – 6-11 July 2014 YMCA Camp Weaver, Greensboro, NC - 10-15 August 2014 Any child from military family is eligible but priority given to children of wounded, disabled or fallen Military families.

Registration is open now and no deadline has been given at this time.

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Volunteer Training Team

By Volunteers - For Volunteers

MARCH 2014 Everyone Ready! (ER) with Rob Johnson

Connecting Social Media and Volunteering Two Sessions Social media has radically transformed Internet communication and, increasingly, our lives.

With a bewildering choice of social networks and new ways to access them on the run, we are all still figuring out how social media can help engage and support volunteers. This online seminar will provide a framework of principles you can use in deciding whether and which forms of social media (those that exist today and the next tools likely to evolve) you can successfully adopt in working with volunteers. How can we keep up?

More importantly, how can we spend our limited time most productively?

Please register using the links below. After registering, you will receive

TAG CLOUD

a confirmation e-mail with information about joining the Webinar.

Social Media Strategy volunteer recruitment training communication community building potential social networking sites tools volunteer engagement challenges cautions tips success technical understanding help pointers blogging instant messaging Twitter Facebook fast pace changes technology

Session 1 March 4th 10:00 AM -11:00 AM, Eastern https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/318920826 March 6th 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Eastern https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/325171994

Session 2 March 11th 10:00 AM -11:00 AM, Eastern https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/326812930 March 13th 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Eastern https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/329460602

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This is a Voice over “Internet” (VoIP) session, please use where possible. Follow prompts post login. Speakers for sound are required & microphone (optional) to participate in the conversation. If you do not have a microphone & want to be able to speak or attend by telephone please use the toll free line: 1-877-380-7755 - access code 4665215.

For further information, please contact, Judith.l.Wolf2.mil@mail. mil (703-607-5309) or tammychase.vtt@gmail.com

The

Nitty - Gritty Guide for Family Readiness Group Volunteers Family Readiness Groups are Vital Part of the NCNG and Family Programs!!!

The FRG is established by the commander to assist in military and personal deployment preparedness and enhance the Family readiness of Soldiers and Families. The FRG plays a vital role in preparing Families and Soldiers for deployment, activations due to natural disasters, and while away at training.

Why Family Readiness Groups? Family Readiness Groups (FRGs) are NEEDED and are a VALUABLE RESOURCE for the Soldiers/Families in general. FRG is an essential part of FAMILY READINESS! Without YOU, the FRG, some Families have no connection with their Soldiers Unit/Resources and Other Benefits.

Promote Self-Sufficient Joint Strategies between Volunteers and Family’s by equipping them with credible information, tools and resources.

Family Readiness Groups have been an important part of the Army for many years, but their importance has grown tremendously. The need for FRG’s has increased, particularly since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, as Soldiers are increasingly deployed and forced to be away from their Families more frequently.

It is more important than ever that Family Readiness Groups stay Active and Ready for whatever comes their way! So, how do you do this?

•Appointed in Writing: FRG Leader/Volunteer Appointed in writing by Unit Commander (Copy of memorandum appointing the leader signed by the commander or Rear Det. Commander if the unit is deployed); and •Copy of DD2793 signed by the Leader, and Commander or SFPD in the appropriated funds box) •Code of Conduct & Volunteer Services Confidentiality Statements Signed

All Appointment Letters & Statements…

•Originals Filed in Unit FRG Binder (Maintained at the Unit) •Copy to each individual •Copy to Bde FRSA •Copy to State/SFRSA-FRG Advisor

•Register on jointservicessupport.org (training, newsletters & one-stop-shopping) •Mandatory Tracking of Volunteer Hours on jointservicessupport.org •FRG Leaders Training (Connecting, Empowering, Leading & Managing) https://www.myarmyonesource.com/skins/aos2/display_ajax.aspx?ModuleID=a53b8c22-018c-40c9-b51fd6a1263c9889

FRG Telephone Tree is originally prepared by the FAC that is designated to support the Unit. This Telephone Tree is compiled from the Family Assistance Information Sheets collected at the Unit’s SRPs. The FAC provides to Bde FRSA, who compares this to the Unit’s Alpha Rosters to assure all Soldiers are on the Telephone Tree, and then to FRG Leader, who in turn provides to Properly Appointed Key Callers.

The FRG Telephone tree consists of names, addresses (mailing and email), telephone numbers, and other pertinent information on company Soldiers and Families (including other individuals identified by Soldiers) Continues on page 11

If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer with your service member’s National Guard unit or would like more information about Family Readiness Groups, please contact Judy Richardson at 910.347.4352 ext 5 / judith.r.richardson.ctr@mail. mil. If you are a new or current FRG Volunteer and need training (new or refresher) please register to attend an upcoming Regional FRG Training: Greensboro…tentative date: 8 Mar 2014, Address: 110 Franklin Blvd., Greensboro

Charlotte…tentative date: 17 May 2014, Address: 4240 West Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28208 Asheville…tentative date: 7 Jun 2014, Address: 7 Yorkshire St, Ste 101, Asheville, NC 28803 Not available on these dates call your Brigade FRSA or Judy to schedule training!

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Months after the declaration of the end of World War 1, employment was a concern for the Servicemembers returning home. In the Stars and Stripes May 9, 1919 edition the following was printed regarding instructions and initiatives for employment. ~ NCNG Family Programs To view this edition or other Armed Expeditionary Force Stars and Stripes publications visit the Library of Congress or view credits below.

Back In Time HOME JOBS FOR ALL WHO FOLLOW RULES Application Cards to Be Distributed in Every Unit Before Sailing If the men of the A.E.F. who desire jobs when they arrive home will do their share in the job-finding system of the Government and will follow out the instructions every one will receive before he sails from France, the Government will he able to provide work for all who earnestly seek it.

This is the message the United States Employment Service, with the assistance of the various welfare organizations, is spreading throughout the A.E.F. Agents of the service In France have just completed a trip from Chaumont to Coblenz and through the S.O.S., acquainting all units with the Governments' plans, which, as far as their being carried out on this side of the ocean, are simple.

All divisions and separate units sailing for home are provided with what are designated "application for job" cards. It is compulsory that every man shall fill out one of these cards, stating whether he wishes a job or not, and, if he does, the kind of work desired and where he wants employment.

The men of the 3Sth, 28th, 77th and 80th Divisions have turned in complete files of applications, and when the applicants reach their homes the Government already will have set in motion the machinery to obtain them employment. The Employment Service has completed arrangements to handle three more divisions in the embarkation centers immediately. The cards are being distributed by the personnel adjutant of each unit.

What the Employment Service is endeavoring to impress upon the men of the A.E.F. is that they must- not take it for granted that, once they have signed application cards, all they will have to do when they reach their homes is to sit tight and wait for the Government to send for them.

They are advised that as soon as they are mustered out they should report to the nearest Federal Employment Bureau, where they will find their cases matters of record, and in this way help the Employment Service to care for them as soon as possible.

In addition to the work of the United States Employment Service, many States at home have enacted legislation designed to provide jobs for all returning soldiers, sailors and Marines.

Several States have passed laws providing for extensive public work on which demobilized fighters will be employed. Others have arranged to lend money to men for land settlement and other purposes without interest or security. Still others have voted generous bonuses for returning soldiers and sailors, and practically every State has established its own Employment Bureau to work in conjunction with the Federal Government.

“Home Jobs For All Who Follow Rules.” The Stars and Stripes 09 May 1919. Lib. of Cong. Web. 26 Feb. 2014. <http://memory.loc.gov/cgibin/query/h?ammem/sgpbib:@field(DOCID+@lit(19190509))>.

NATIONAL GUARD EMPLOYMENT NETWORK DATABASE:

Resume & Social Media Workshop Date: 3/3/2014 9:00 AM 3/6/2014 9:00 AM

Register in our National Guard Employment Network database today to browse the millions of jobs posted by veteran-friendly employers seeking your valued skill set! Or send your resume to the Education and Employment Center’s group email box at NG.NC.NCARNG. MBX.EEC@mail.mil.

​ et one-on-one resume assistance in your G backyard. Employment Specialist are staging at armories throughout the State to help you with your resumes, cover letters, and interview techniques. You can sign up on at http://www.nc.ngb.army.mil/Careers/Pages/ ER.aspx or call us at 919 664 6463

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DOL Employment Workshop Date: 4/7/2014 8:00 AM Free ​3 Day Department of Labor Workshoop Event for North Carolina National Guard Servicemembers, retirees and Family members. Sign-up is requried Required Location: S​ ylva Armory For More information visit www.nc.ngb.army. mil/Careers/Pages/ER.aspx or call us at 919 664 6463

JSS Webinars

Using the Report Builder Tool in JSS This webinar shows users how to create custom reports using the report builder in JSS, and how to view and manage reports. Please register online. Instructions for connecting to the webinar will be sent via email. Please note all our webinar times are in Eastern Standard Time.

Tuesday March 18, 2014 10:00 – 10:30 AM EST, Eastern Register here (or copy the entire link below into your browser) https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails. aspx?Mode=ReadOnly&Id=BABBB743-C4F0-401E-966C-9D539BC2FB13 Wednesday March 26, 2014 11:00 – 11:30 AM EST, Eastern Register here (or copy the entire link below into your browser) https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails. aspx?Mode=ReadOnly&Id=45770E1C-3EFF-4C61-AF59-2459F9F817A3

Creating an Event in JSS This session orients ESGR, FMAP, Family Program, PHP, SAPR and Transition Support Staff on how to create an event in JSS. This includes how to create events, and register for events. Please register online. Instructions for connecting to the webinar will be sent via email. Please note all our webinar times are in Eastern Standard Time.

Tuesday March 18, 2014 11:00 – 11:30 AM, Eastern Register here (or cut and paste entire link below into browser) https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails. aspx?Mode=ReadOnly&Id=1F827BD2-82AC-41BD-97B2F8555E20BF69 Creating and Uploading Event Evaluations in JSS This webinar will show event coordinators how to produce standard and custom break-out class evaluations; how to scan and upload evaluation forms; and tips for ensuring the successful processing of uploaded evaluation forms. Please register online. Instructions for connecting to the webinar will be sent via email. Please note all our webinar times are in Eastern Standard Time.

Wednesday March 19, 2014 10:00 – 10:30 AM, Eastern Register here (or copy the entire link below into your browser) https://www.jointservicessupport.org/Events/EventDetails. aspx?Mode=ReadOnly&Id=48CBD461-83A1-451E-B84FEF7C283FDC4E After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Is Your FRG Reaching its Full Potential?

Commanders: • FRG Leader Appointed in writing?

• Do you have monthly contact with your FRG leaders?

• Have you assigned a MPOC (Military Point of Contact) for your FRG? MPOC Trained?

• Have you been trained/reviewed Commander’s Training on FRG? • Do you keep a file at your armory containing the unit’s Family Readiness Communication Plan and Appointment Letters? Review Annually with the Bde FRSA? • Are you requiring the FRG leaders to seek your approval for meetings, fundraisers, dinners, etc.?

FRG Leaders: • Have you attended FRG Training or Refresher training within the last 12 months?

• Do you have an updated and functioning phone tree?

• Has your telephone tree been tested within the last 6 months?

• FRG sending out a Quarterly Newsletter?

• Do you keep copies of meeting minutes, reports and calendars in a file at the armory?

• Do you update your Family Readiness Support Assistant (FRSA) with an event calendar?

If you answered “no” to any of these, don’t worry, you’re not alone!

Once the expectations are set, the hard work is almost over. It may sound like a lot to maintain; however, if you use the resources available, all of these things can be done in less than 1-3 hours per month. Take charge of your organization and let your unit flourish!

Let your Bde FRSA help you get back on track with Family Readiness.

Nitty - Gritty Guide continued from page 9 FRG Leader overseas the testing of the Telephone tree for accuracy on a routine basis IAW Command Policy on frequency, minimum test twice yearly.

Promote Self-Sufficient Joint Strategies between Volunteers and Family’s by equipping them with credible information, tools and resources.

Distributed to All Families at a minimum of Quarterly by either the FRG Leader/other appointed FRG Volunteer. To cut postage cost, it is recommended that the FRG distribute Newsletters by E-mail and mail out only to those without e-mail.

NEWSLETTER: Required by FRG to distribute a Family Readiness Newsletter from your FRG on a Quarterly basis. This can even be a corner of the Unit’s Drill letter as long as it is also being sent to the Service member’s family. If the FRG is forwarding the Monthly NCNG’s Family Matter’s Newsletter by e-mail to the families with FRG Leader’s contact information or any specific announcements/notes from the FRG to the Families, such as any unit specific events/FRG Meetings, or other activities sponsored by the FRG or Unit.

These can be counted as an FRG Newsletter, as long there is some form ContactPresident's InformaAs we go as into February, weofallnote/FRG know about tion from the FRG/Leader. Mandatory, that FRG Leader or Newsletter Editor send a copy of their NewsletDay of and Valentine's ter to the Bde FRSA Quarterly for Accounting Readiness Metrics.Day but did you know that

February 17th is "Random Acts of Kindness Day".

What about volunteering, helping a neighbor or "Pay it Forward".

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Monday Tuesday

Taxes

The Raleigh Office will accept tax appointments on Wednesday Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 0900-1400 starting 20 January 2014 and running till 15 April 2014.

Thursday This year we will also open the Raleigh Office for tax Friday appointments on two Saturdays from 0900-1400; 15 February 2014 and 15 March 2014. Appointments Saturday 15 March can be scheduled by calling Legal Assistance Sunday (919) 664-6220 / (800) 621-4136 Ext. 46220.

Military OneSource is once again offering a free, electronic tax filing service. If you are eligible under the Military OneSource program, you can complete, save, and file your 2013 federal and up to three state returns online free with the H&R Block At Home® tool.

To access this free version of H&R Block At Home®, you must start your return from the Military OneSource H&R Block At Home® link, https://www.militaryonesourceeap.org/ achievesolutions/en/militaryonesource/ Topic.do?centerId=1&topicId=1583.

Once you click the link you will be required to log in to Military OneSource.

From the login page you will be directed to a site containing additional information on tax preparation, including the link to the Military OneSource free H&R Block At Home® service.

If you have questions about this tax service or about preparing your own tax returns, please call 1-800-3429647 and ask to speak with a Military OneSource tax consultant. Trained tax consultants are available 7 days a week from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., EST. For information about deductions, exemptions, and filing deadlines visit the Military OneSource Tax Program page.

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Raleigh Regional NC MVP Meeting March 6, 2014 1pm-4pm Triangle Baptist Church 9713 Old Stage Road Raleigh, NC 27603 Join us for a collaborative meeting designed to bring together regional community resources for a discussion on how we can work together to develop a strategy to partner with other Organizations that support, or would like to support, Military Service Members and their Families at the Regional level.

To RSVP, Please Contact: Mark Woolbright, Raleigh Unit Family Contact Center 800-621-4136 ext. 47102 // mark.l.woolbright.ctr@mail.mil

Easter EGGstravaganza Thursday, April 17, 2014 6pm-8:30pm 1636 Gold Star Drive Raleigh, NC 27607

EASTER EGG HUNT/GAMES CRAFTS/FACE PAINTING FAMILY FUN To RSVP and for More Information contact: Wendi Bell wendi.h.bell.ctr@mail.mil *Supported by the (919) 664-6078/ USO of NC* March 2014 Family Mattersâ&#x20AC;&#x201A;

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Summer Jobs

Working a summer or part-time job is a great way to earn extra money, gain experience, make friends, and have some fun! If you're ready to join the job force, check out the info below to get some good ideas on how to do it.

•Figure out what you're interested in doing. Do you want to work outside or would you rather be inside? What type of hours do you want to work? What activities do you enjoy? Are you a "people person"? What other activities do you already have scheduled?

•Narrow your search. Look around for businesses that hire teens.

Good places to start are fast food restaurants, child care centers, summer camps, retail companies, local libraries, amusement parks, etc.

•Do your research. Look in your local paper, ask around at school, visit potential places you'd like to work, and check out the Internet for positions that are currently available for teens.

•Get out there! Once you have your résumé ready, head out to find that perfect job. Remember to dress nicely and speak professionally and courteously during interviews. And silence or turn your phone OFF. •Don't give up at the first "no." Not every potential employer is going to jump at the chance to hire you, and that's okay. Getting turned down is all part of the job searching process. The right job will come along if you keep at it.

•Be aware of what you can and can't do as a working teen. You can find out if your employer is following the law by checking out the U.S. Department of Labor website and picking your state for further information on teen employment.

NCNG TEEN COUNCIL MEETINGS 11 March 2014: NCNG Triangle Teen Council WakeCo.ExtensionOffice,4001CaryaDr.,Raleigh,NC27610 Focus/Job Search Skills : Where Do I Start?

18 March 2014: NCNG Wilmington Teen Council WilmingtonArmory,2412InfantryDr.,Wilmington,NC28405 Focus/Sean Covey “7 Habits Highly Effective Teens:” Get in the Habit & Personal Bank Account 20 March 2014: NCNG Charlotte Teen Council Charlotte Armory, 4240 West Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28202 Focus /Election of Officers & Sean Covey “7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens” Begin with the End in Mind & The Relationship Bank Account 14

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•A job means that you're going to have to work, so be prepared. You have to be on time and stick to your work schedule. Be professional and respectful to your employer at all times.

For more information and resources to help military youth and teens navigate everything from the unique challenges of a mobile military lifestyle to managing their social lives, saving money, and going green, visit Military Youth on the Move!

The original article titled, “Get a Job”, can be found at Militaryonesource.com or at http://www.militaryonesource.mil/cyt/gettinginvolved/teens?content_id=268788

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“Elementary Students Send Valentines to the 210th MP”

by Lynn Allred

Students of CG Credle Elementary School in Oxford, NC prepared Valentines for the 210th MP in “heartfelt appreciation” of the sacrifices made by the service members and their Families.

The project was suggested by the school principal as a way for the young students to be a part of their community and to practice their communication skills. The Valentines were presented to the Families of the Service Members at the Yellow Ribbon Pre-Demobilization Event at St. Barnabas Catholic Church in Arden on Feb. 22nd.

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Before You Say “I Do” Single Soldier’s Retreats A supportive mate is extremely important. The Army is committed to helping single Soldiers learn how to make good relationship choices. The Single Soldier program is designed to help Soldiers that are single establish relationship goals and gain essential skills to help them make good choices prior to picking a partner for life.

Upcoming Single Soldier Retreats 2-3 May 2014, Raleigh area Priority registration for members of the 30th Brigade Special Troops Battalion.

After You Say “I Do” Marriage Enrichment Retreats Whether you‘ve celebrated one anniversary or 20, as an Army couple you can anticipate more excitement and expect more challenges than the average civilian couple. Long separations, frequent relocations and the stress of deployment can subject Army National Guard marriages to extreme hardship. The Marriage Enrichment Program teaches couples practical, useful information for couples to utilize whether your love one is at home or abroad. During Marriage Enrichment Retreats, couples will have the opportunity to practice communication and relationship building skills, as well as share intimate moments.

Upcoming Marriage Enrichment Retreats 2-3 May 2014, Raleigh area—Priority registration for members of the 30th Brigade Special Troops Battalion.

14 June 2014, Raleigh area - One-Day Marriage Event 27-29 June 2014, North Carolina Beach area 22-24 August 2014, North Carolina Beach area After “I Do” + Kids Family Retreats Raising a Family is hard. When challenged with the changes of being a Military Family it gets a little more complicated. Daily routines can become overwhelming when Families are faced with dynamics of military life. During Family Retreats , Families gain practical, useful information based on a curriculum designed especially for military Families. Through small group and one-on-one activities, family members learn how to maintain closeness during challenges like long separations, deployments and repeated reunions.

Upcoming Family Retreats 12-14 September 2014, Charlotte area For more information on these programs or to register, visit www.nc.ngb.army.mil/SS/FP/Pages/SB.aspx or contact Staff Sgt. Tammy Fowler at (800) 621-4136 ext.46876 or via e-mail at tammy.l.fowler.mil@mail.mil

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Family Assistance Centers Family Assistance Centers are located across the State to provide assistance to ALL Military Service Members and their Families. If you know of a Service Member or Military Family that has a question or concern, please share our contact numbers, web site, newsletter, and Facebook link.

We're here to help.

Asheville Military Family Resource Center 7 Yorkshire St. Suite 101, 28803/Fax: (828) 274-7209 Rebekah Torres, (828) 274-8571 Charlotte Unit Family Contact Center 4240 West Blvd., 28208/(800) 621-4136 Carry Bandy, FAC Specialist, carry.s.bandy.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 14573 Gabrielle H. O'Flanagan, gabrielle.h.oflanagan.ctr@mail.mil, Ext 14547 Greensboro State Family Assistance Center (SFAC) 110 Franklin Blvd, Greensboro, 27401 (800) 621-4136 Ext.15651 Sandy Harrison, sandra.b.harrison2.ctr@mail.mil

Statewide Support Personal Financial Counselor Our Personal Financial Counselor can provide FREE one-on-one financial counseling services to you and your Family.

Mr. Chip Jurgensen, CFP, NCJFSAP (919) 334-8313 cjurgensen@mflc.zeiders.com

MFLC PROGRAM ~Provides short-term, situational, problem-solving counseling services to Servicemembers and their Families ~Provides psycho-education to help military Servicemembers and their Families understand the impact of stress, deployments, family reunions following deployments and the stresses of military life ~MFLC services augment existing military support services ~Flexible service delivery (Outreach/Rotational and On-Demand); Services can be provided on or off military installations ~Services provided to individuals, couples, families, and groups ~Children’s Support Program addresses military impact on children ~MFLCs are mandated reporters of child abuse, domestic abuse and duty-towarn situations ~Services are otherwise confidential and private

Greenville State Family Assistance Center 1401 N. Memorial Dr., 27834/(800) 621-4136 Ext. 11150 Dawn White, dawn.m.white2.ctr@mail.mil

S​ taff: John Alleman Adult and Family Specialist (919) 745-9635

Lenoir State Family Assistance Center 1535 Beecher Anderson Rd., 28645/ (800) 621-4136 Ext. 11242 Frances Johnson, frances.r.johnson28.ctr@mail.mil

Betty Steelman Youth and Family Specialist (919) 665-9178

Raleigh Unit Family Contact Center 4105 Reedy Creek Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27607/(800) 621-4136 Lisa Faison, lisa.m.faison.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 47100 Mark Woolbright, mark.l.woolbright.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 47102 Raleigh JFHQ Unit Family Contact Center 1636 Gold Star Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27607/800-621-4136 Ext. 46078 Wendi Bell, wendi.h.bell.ctr@mail.mil Bob Bowman, robert.a.bowman1.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 46979 Smithfield Unit Family Contact Center 406 Hospital Rd., 27577/(800) 621-4136 Ext.12784 Abby Millsap, abigail.e.millsap.ctr@mail.mil Southern Pines Unit Family Contact Center 510 W. Morganton Rd., PO Box 1317, 28387/ (800) 621-4136 Ext. 12863 Earlene Capps, earlene.b.capps.ctr@mail.mil, Wilmington Unit Family Contact Center 2412 Infantry Rd., 28405/(800) 621-4136 Jim Marley, james.e.marley.ctr@mail.mil, Ext. 16918 Winston-Salem Unit Family Contact Center 2000 Silas Creek Pkwy., 27103/(800) 621-4136 Ext. 17131 Sandy Harrison, FAC Specialist, sandra.b.harrison2.ctr@mail.mil

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FAMILY READINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANTS (800) 621-4136 PLUS EXTENSION Charlotte: Nikkie Newsome genesia.k.newsome.ctr@mail.mil Ext.14548

Morrisville: Darlette McCormick darlette.s.mccormick.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 16313

Clinton: Sarah Strickland sarah.r.strickland.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 14735

Raleigh: Norman Dean norman.g.dean2.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 12182

Goldsboro: Greg Smith gregory.p.smith14.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 15423

Raleigh: George Lane george.w.lane2.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 46714

Greensboro: Gloria Fields gloria.d.fields.ctr@mail.mil Ext.15620 Jacksonville: Judy Richardson judith.r.richardson.ctr@mail.mil Ext. 11346