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SPOTLIGHT: BEST DAY EVER!
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
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FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
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ARE YOU READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON?
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WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
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May/June 2015
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 24 - Newcomer Orientation, 8am-12pm, ACS MAY Classroom
23 - Newcomer Orientation 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
1 - Mother’s Day Bazaar, 10am-4pm, Food Court
25 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
24 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
1-31 - Strong Bands Competition
29 - Interview Techniques Workshop, 9am12pm, ACS Classroom
25 - Investing Basics, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
Miami Tour, 9am-4pm
JULY
Transition to Elementary, Middle, High School, 10:30am-12pm, ACS Classroom
4 - Independence Day
30 - Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon, 11am - 1pm, Gator Den, US Coast Guard Base, Miami Beach
9 - Estate Planning, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
5-8 - Teacher Appreciation Week 8 - Military Spouse Appreciation Day Spring Gala, 6pm-12am, Big Five Club 12 - Household Goods and PCS Entitlements, 1-2:30pm, Army Community Service (ACS) Classroom 13 - How to Create an Effective Civilian Resume’, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
JUNE
8 - Creating Your High School Resume, 9am12pm, ACS Classroom
16 - Divorce and Credit with Financial Strategies for Single Parents, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
Army Birthday 5k (date TBD)
22 - Interview Workshop for High School Students (9-12th grades) 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
Raise Credit Score and Liquidate Debt 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
4 - Household Goods and PCS Entitelements, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
23 - First Term Finance, 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
21 - Financial Planning for a Home of Your Own, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
5 - Workforce Appreciation Event, 11:30am2pm, Fitness Center (details TBA)
28 - Newcomer Orientation 8am-12pm, ACS Classroom
14 - Survivor Outreach Services Memorial Day Event, 11am1pm, Conference Center of the Americas
Foreclosure Alternatives and Prevention, 2:30-3:30pm, ACS Classroom
Classes and Events For more information or to register, go to the MWR website: http://miami.armymwr.com
15 -19 - Transition Assistance Program, 8am4pm, ACS Classroom
29 - Newcomer Orientation, 9am-3:30pm, ACS Classroom 30 - Parent Workshop (Details TBA)
22 - Youth Volunteer Program begins (through August 7)
Calendars may be viewed here: http://miami.armymwr.com/us/miami/monthlycalendars/
31 - Miami Tour, 9am-4pm
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA? BROWARD - www.sunny.org/events/ 2nd Annual Downtowner Crawfish Fest. May 9, 11am - 12am, outdoor festival and concert featuring live music, fresh boiled crawfis Free admission. Downtowner Saloon, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301. 954-463-9800. Self-Guided Audio Tour at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, recurring daily, Park Hours, 8am Sunset. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 3109 East Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304, 954-564-4521. Admission: Free Tour. Use your own cell phone. Parking Fees. Mid Trail Audio Tour – Available at all times. This two mile walk can be taken through your own cell phone without a Ranger guiding you! The trail walk will commence approximately half a mile up the main loop drive. The Mid Trail Audio Tour covers a broad overview of the history of Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, offers an introduction to its ecosystems and also points out particulars along the path. A large bee hive is featured along this trail for everyone’s education. Please be advised. The walk will eventually emerge at the north end of the park where guests can either take the Intracoastal waterway back toward the front of the park, or take the main loop drive’s east side road back to the front of the park. Inquire at the Ranger Station about this easy-to-use program. http://birchstatepark.org/ranger-programs/. ArtsPark Movie Night, every Friday, 8-10pm, A free family friendly flick each week. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Artspark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020. 954921-3500. Admission: free. http://hollywoodfl. org/Calendar.aspx. MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events 9th Annual All Kids Included Family Arts Festival, May 2. provides a full day of activities and cultural experiences for children with and without disabilities. Free event, 10am - 5pm, South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay, FL 33189 786.573.5300. http://smdcac.org/events/9th-annualall-kids-included-family-arts-festival. Perez Art Museum of Miami (PAMM) Free every
first Thursday at PAMM from 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, Free monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4 p.m. http://www.pamm.org/.
Fabulous First Fridays, Free Planetarium Star Show (7pm) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30-10pm, weather permitting.) Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s Laser Shows in the Planetarium. Laser Show. $4 per child, $8 per adult. Activity Room for kids - a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for handson activities and demonstrations. Kids ages 3 and up. 8-9pm. Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305.646.4200. Active duty military free with valid ID. www.miamisci.org. SoundScape Cinema Series. Free movies under the stars at SoundScape. Showtime is at 8 p.m. Rain or shine unless otherwise noted. New World Center: Miami Beach SoundScape ExoStage, 500 17th St., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305.673.7577. Schedule - http://www. mbculture.com/Scroll.aspx?id=81.
and more – free admission and open to the public! Big Night in Little Haiti will also feature the delicious flavors of Haiti, including kreyol cuisine from Leela’s Restaurant. The hands-on art activities for kids are sponsored by Positive Impact Foundation / Kose Famn and the Bass Museum of Art. 6 - 10 p.m. Little Haiti Cultural Center, 212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL 33137. 305.672.5202. http://www.rhythmfoundation. com/series/big-night-in-little-haiti/.
Community Arts Program (CAP) Family Concert May 17, Enjoy a delightful afternoon of music in a FREE concert features the award-winning Community Arts Program (CAP) Young Musicians’ Orchestras, Jazz PREP Band, and ALL-STAR Jazz Ensemble. 4 - 6 p.m. Dranoff 2 Piano Foundation, Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134, 305.448.7421, ext. 10. www. CommunityArtsProgram.org
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
Redland International Orchid Show, May 17. One of the largest annual orchid shows in the U.S. featuring more than 50 booths of educational exhibits and orchid vendors. An American Orchid Society judged event showcasing various types of orchids, plants, and supplies for sale, as well as lectures by experts, raffles, and international food. 9am - 5pm. Fruit and Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Miami, FL 33031, 305.247.5727. http://www.fruitandspicepark.org Big Night In Little Haiti, May 15. Free m o n t h ly event, scheduled e a c h Third Friday featuring open studios, children’s activities, food, drinks, arts and crafts, fun
Black Point Paddle, May 10, Join naturalist guides and paddle through South Biscayne Bay as we look for marine life and discuss the many sights to be seen in the area. This tour meets at the Black Point Park Canoe Lodge, to register please visit the website or call the phone number. 3 5 p.m. Black Point Marina, 24775 SW 87th Ave., Homestead, FL 33032, 305.662.4124 https:// rms.miamidade.gov/RMS7/Activities/Details. aspx?session_id=51677&back_url=fi9BY3Rpdml 0aWVzL1NlYXJjaC5hc3B4 MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/ calendarofevents/
DORAL - www.cityofdoral.com/ Events Calendar - www.cityofdoral.com/index. php?option=com_jevents&view=month&layout= calendar&Itemid=706
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FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS Spouse Employment Program
Spouses seeking employment assistance are highly encouraged to visit the Employment Readiness Program at U.S. Army Garrison-Miami Army Community Service. Assistance is provided to spouses in acquiring skills, developing networks, assessments, how to network and conduct research, local employment market opportunities, researching employment resources, preparing them for the work force and to develop a career/work plan. Spouses receive comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date information on available employment opportunities, education, volunteer resources, along with community-based support services which assist in making informed decisions on seeking employment. Services provided consist of individual and group career assessment and counsel, negotiating salary, career exploration, instruction in job search strategies including the use of the internet, headhunters, and employment agencies, staffing agencies, newspapers and local resources. Spouse Employment also partners with Ms. Vanessa Cervantes, Military Family Employment Advocate with CareerSource South Florida. She assists spouses with potential employment opportunities from her data bank, assists with reviewing resumes, providing resources, along with meeting them by appointment on Wednesday at the Army Community Service Center. Resume and interview technique workshops are scheduled on a monthly basis. Army Community Service Center’s career resources include computers, faxes, printers, and expanded career library. These services are offered free of charge. For additional information contact Mr. Joe Pagan, Employment Readiness Program Manager, 305. 437.2639, or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
Military Service Coordinator Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) Claim Procedures Service members requesting assistance with their Pre-Discharge Claims will need to visit or contact the Office of Florida Department of Veterans Affairs (FDVA). Service members are also welcome to contact a local Veteran Service Organization (VSO) to request assistance with this process. FDVA is located at the Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAMC), 1201 NW 16th Street, Room A213, Miami, FL 33125, 305.575.3141. Hours of operation are from 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. Military members are serviced on a walk in basis only. Military members are required to bring a copy of their medical records from their local Military Treatment Facility along with any medical records from external treatment facilities. The Miami VA does not accept information on CD for processing claims. Service members should arrive between 7:30am to 8:00am to avoid parking congestion and potential crowd concerns at the hospital. Make sure you bring information such as: family member information, marriage certificate, social security numbers, and birth certificates. Once a claim is processed by the FDVA it will be sent to Mr. Enrique Carrion, Military Services Coordinator, for his review. If any questions or additional information is required, Mr. Carrion will make contact with the claimant directly before submitting the claim for processing. Thank you for your military service and cooperation in complying with these new procedures as the Veterans Administration (VA) continues to provide the necessary assistance in ensuring your Pre-Discharge Claims are processed in a professional and timely manner. For additional information contact Mr. Joe Pagan, Employment Readiness Program Manager, 305. 437.2639, or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
Resume and Interview/Mock Technique Workshops For those interested in developing an effective
civilian resume, learning about How to Apply Using USAJOBS and Application Manager, or seeking better ways to market their skills consider attending :
Resume Development/How to Apply Using USAJOBS and Application Manager: • Wednesday, 13, 2015 • 9:00 am to 12:00 pm • USAG-Miami, Installation Services Center, ACS Classroom, Room. E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172 All participants will receive a Resume Guide and other valuable resources Space is limited to 14 attendees; spouses are highly encouraged to attend
Interview and Mock Interview Techniques: • Friday, May 29, 2015 • Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm • USAG-Miami, Installation Services Center, ACS Classroom, E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172 All attendees will receive resources to include a copy of Quick Interview Guide when attending “Interviewing/Mock Techniques Workshop. Space is available for 14 attendees; spouses are highly encouraged to attend. For additional information contact Mr. Joe Pagan, Employment Readiness Program Manager, 305.437.2639, or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil.
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
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emorial Day is a time for us to reflect on those who lost their lives in service to our nation. The Gold Star and Next of Kin Lapel buttons are presented to their surviving Family members in remembrance of those whose lives were lost.
GOLD STAR AND NEXT OF KIN LAPEL BUTTONS In 1947, Congress approved the use of the Gold Star Lapel Button as a way to recognize the Families of service members who lost their lives while engaged in action against an enemy of the United States. In 1977, the Army approved issue of the Lapel Button for the Next of Kin of Deceased Personnel to honor those who lose their lives while serving on active duty or while assigned in a Reserve or National Guard unit in a drill status. Issue of the button is retroactive to 29 March 1973.� These small lapel buttons, or pins, as they are commonly called, are normally presented to eligible Family members prior to the military funeral service. Although they are less than an inch in size, they are packed with great meaning and emotion. They are not awards. They are symbols of honor. Here is how you can tell them apart.
GOLD STAR LAPEL service members who lose their lives while BUTTON serving honorably under circumstances not defined above. This includes service members This symbol consists who lose their lives while assigned to a Reserve of a gold star on a or National Guard unit in a drill status. It is purple background, authorized for issue retroactive to March 29, bordered in gold and 1973. surrounded by gold laurel leaves. It is designated for eligible survivors Who can wear the pin? of service members who lose their lives during any armed hostilities in which the United States The Family members entitled to receive and is engaged, dating back to World War I. This wear these symbols are the widow or widower; includes service members who lose their lives each child, stepchild, and child through adoption; while deployed in support of military operations each brother, half brother, sister, and half-sister; against the enemy or during an international and each of the parents (this includes mother, terrorist attack. father, stepmother, stepfather, mother through adoption, father through adoption, and foster NEXT OF KIN parents in loco parentis). OF DECEASED PERSONNEL LAPEL I did not receive a pin, where do I get one? BUTTON If you are an eligible family member, but did This symbol not receive the lapel button to which you consists of a gold are entitled, you can request one through star within a circle the National Archives. You can also apply for that commemorates his or her honorable service. a replacement should yours ever be lost or The gold star is also surrounded by sprigs of damaged. If you would like help applying for oak that represent the branches of the Armed a new or replacement Lapel Button, contact Forces. It is designated for eligible survivors of Survivor Outreach Services at 305.437.2178.
Suicide Prevention Workshop for Caregivers The Army Substance Abuse Program, (ASAP) at US Army Garrison-Miami Sponsored an Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, (ASIST) February 23-27 February 2015. Personnel from all over the United States, including Arizona, Hawaii, Washington and Louisiana attended the training. Twenty-one personnel, comprised of Active Duty, US Army Reserve, Army National Guard and Department of the Army civilians completed the course that week, including 11 personnel assigned to and/or supported by USAGMiami. LivingWorks, the company that provides the training and their Headquarters, are located in Canada. LivingWorks program provides caregivers and other helpers with awareness and skills that help to save lives. The program is part of national, regional and organizational suicide prevention strategies around the world. ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop that prepares caregivers to provide suicide life assisting, first aid intervention. Small group discussions and skills practice are based on adult learning principles. ASIST teaches Pathways for Assisting Life (PAL), a practical guide to doing suicide interventions. To attend this class, candidates may be a caregiver formally or not, adults and youth 16 and older. If you would like to send personnel to the class, please contact the Suicide Prevention Program Manager (SPPM), Cheryl Davis at 305.437.2932 or email at Cheryl.a.davis10.civ@mail.mil or the Prevention Coordinator (PC), Carmen Rivera at 305.437.3076 or email at Carmen.i.riveramartinez.ctr@mail. mil.
Ready for Hurricane Season?
Hurricane season begins June 1! Tropical cyclones are among nature’s most powerful and destructive phenomena and we in South Florida need to be prepared. Even areas well away from the coastline can be threatened by destructive winds, tornadoes and flooding from these storms. It’s vital to you and your family’s wellbeing to plan for what to do when a hurricane threatens. To get you started, we’ve provided answers to some frequently asked questions below. For further information, please contact Zena Tucker, HQ SOUTHCOM J33 Meteorology and Oceanography Officer, 305.437.3904.
When will personnel be released from duty? The final decision regarding personnel duty reporting is the HQ SOUTHCOM Chief of Staff. The decision is based on these and other situation unique factors: • Are 58mph winds forecast within 48 hours at Miami? • Are there current or planned closures of local government offices? • Are there current or planned curtailments of county/city transportation services? • Are there current or planned closures of schools? • What is the recommendation of the Federal Executive Board and/or Miami-Dade emergency managers? • Are significant events or operations ongoing for HQ SOUTHCOM?
AtHoc Alert Notification System: This system is an evacuation; however, they cannot obligate used to send mass notifications to personnel. government funds. Messages may go out as phone call(s), text to cell phone, email, pop-up on work computer. May I bring my family and pets to HQ SOUTHCOM installation to ride out the storm? WATCHGRAM: An email notification to leadership. Therefore, chain of command should have latest No. The installation is not a Red Cross certified status. shelter. Without special funding, the installation SOUTHCOM websites: Public www.southcom. can’t support care and feeding for additional mil/Pages/Default.asp and CAC accessible personnel. only: “https://intranet.hq.southcom.mil/sites/ j3/j33/j337/METOC%20Support%20Docs/ What do I do after the storm? Destructive%20Weather.aspx” Take care of immediate safety concerns first. What about evacuation? Contact chain of command as soon as possible after storm passage. If unable to reach chain The Commander, US Southern Command, has of command, call the SOUTHCOM JOC at the authority to order 305.437.3600. Text messages often will be an evacuation of delivered when normal cell phone calls will not military, dependents go through. If you have no communications, try of military personnel, your neighbors. civilian employees and dependents of civilian References: employees to a safe County emergency management pages contain location. However, locations of shelters, generator-powered gas emergency managers stations and grocery stores, storm preparation of Miami-Dade say checklists and more. mass evacuation of all residents is not recommended for storms Miami-Dade: www.miamidade.gov/fire/ within 72 hours of South Florida since traffic emergency-management.asp congestion would leave people vulnerable in their automobiles. Therefore, it is very unlikely Broward: www.broward.org/hurricane/Pages/ the commander will order a mass evacuation Default.aspx prior to a storm. Therefore, those who live in Monroe: www.monroecountyem.com/index. storm surge zones, mobile homes, or other non- aspx?NID=1 resilient homes need to make personal plans for Palm Beach: www.pbcgov.com/dem/ evacuation. hurricane/ My home has no storm protection (shutters, NOAA National Weather Service is the official storm windows) or I live in a mobile home. I source of weather warning and watches. intend to evacuate. What should I do?
Advance planning is essential. Plan to pack your family, pets and important documents quickly. Make prior arrangements to stay with family or friends in a safe, storm-ready house. Another option is to go to a storm-ready hotel. Finally, county storm shelters are available; it is prudent to locate closest shelters early and know the How can I learn about the operating status of HQ route. Once you’ve decided on your destination, notify your chain of command of your location. SOUTHCOM? Changes to HQ SOUTHCOM duty reporting are disseminated in the following ways:
Will the government reimburse me if I evacuate my home?
Hurricane Hotline: 305.437.3919 or DSN 567.3919. Not normally. Only an ordered evacuation SOUTHCOM will update this phone line as from the installation commander obligates reimbursement. Civil authorities may order changes are implemented.
South Florida Hazards (list of all warnings/ watches for SFL): www.srh.noaa.gov/mfl/ hazards/ National Hurricane Center: www.nhc.noaa. gov/ HQ SOUTHCOM Important Phone Numbers: • Hurricane Hotline: …………..…...305.437.3919 • USSOUTHCOM JOC: ..…............305.437.3600 • HQ SOUTHCOM Security Guard Desk............. ...........................................................305.437.2677
WHAT’S UP IN MWR? MALTZ CHALLENGE The Maltz Challenge is a high-intensity crossfit work out that was started in 2007 by Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Agents. It is named after Air Force Master Sergeant Michael Maltz, a Para Rescue Jumper who was killed along with five others when the Pavehawk helicopter they were in crashed during a medical evacuation of sick Afghanistan children on March 23, 2003. This year, THE DEA Miami Field Division honored U.S. Navy Seal Jacques Fontan. He served numerous tours in the Navy before attended Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training from April to October 1998, followed by service with SEAL Team EIGHT at Naval Amphibious Base (NAB) Little Creek, Virginia, from October 1998 to July 2001. His final assignment was with SEAL Team TEN at NAB Little Creek from September 2001 until he was killed in action while deployed to Afghanistan when the MH-47 Chinook helicopter he was aboard was shot down by an enemy rocket-propelled grenade on June 28, 2005, during Operation Red Wings. Jacques Fontan is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. The Maltz Challenge is a timed fitness circuit consisting of eight events conducted in order: • • • • • • • • •
400 meter run 50 pull-ups 100m fireman’s carry or 200m farmers walk (50 lbs. men/25 lbs. women) 50 dips 100 pushups 50 knee-to-elbows 100 sit-ups 400m run
Photos by Jill Hauser
On Friday March 20th, MWR and the DEA Miami Field Division held the Maltz Challenge in front of the Fitness Center. Approximately 50 people participated. The winner of this year's Maltz Challenge was MSgt Trevor Brinton.
TRIBUTE TO THE MILITARY 5K
SOUTHCOM Runners:
On March 22, 2015 at Tropical Park, more than 50 members from SOUTHCOM participated in the Tribute to the Military 5K Run/Walk. The entry fee was sponsored by the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (FMWR) Sports and Fitness. This event is held every year to honor and memorialize the men and women who have given so much to help protect and defend our freedom.
Overall Female - 2nd Place RACHEL SWIFT
We had several winners from the SOUTHCOM team. It was a beautiful morning for some exercise and fun. Congratulations to all our runners! If you are interested in participating in upcoming runs, please contact Jill Hauser at Jill.M.Hauser. Civ@mail.mil or 305.437.1682 http://www.splitsecondtiming.com/ results/2015/tribute2015.html-- results
Male Age Group 20-24 - 2nd EDUARDO RIOS, 3rd SEAN VELASQUEZ Female Age Group 25-29 - 1st ANDRIA DUBOISE Male Age Group 30-34 2nd BRYAN HAMMAND, 3rd ROBERT MARTINEZ Female Age Group 30-34 2nd KENDRIKA RATCLIFF, 3rd SASHA GAYNAIR Male Age Group 35-39 - 1st MARCOS BARAHONA, 2nd RAMON MARTINEZ Photo by Angelique Williams
Male Age Group 1-14 - 1st STUART JOHNSON, 2nd PANOS RABIAS, 3rd DAHVEN GAYNAIR st
Female Age Group 1-14 - 1 DIVIANA ARELLANO 2nd DANIELLA CABEZAS-HAUSER
Female Age Group 40-44 3rd ALESIA STANLEY
Male Age Group 45-49 2nd REGINAL MADDOX Female Age Group 50-54 - 3rd place ELIZABETH BROOKINS
SPORTS & FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE
305.437.0123 http://miami.armymwr.com/conus/miami/programs/fitness-center Monday 0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica 1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1215-1315 Yoga 1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Wednesday 0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica 1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday 0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa 1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1215-1315 Yoga with Loren 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy 1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Thursday 0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa 1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy 1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free 1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Friday 1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Monica 1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free 1215-1315 Yoga
Hours of Operation Monday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000 Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidays Open to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents 305.437.0123/0124
Schedule is subject to change $3 per class or $25 for 10 classes Pay with cash, check or credit card Please arrive on time for class First Come – First Served
All employees (no guests) may use the near Olympic-sized swimming pool at: Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute 9601 NW 58th Street Miami, FL 33178 305.715.5000 Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
to destress? Ease that shoulder pain? Check out the new massage Nwitheedtherapy services available at the fitness center. Schedule an appointment Francine today! 305.437.0123/0124. http://miami.armymwr.com/conus/miami/programs/fitness-center
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse, contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911 Child Abuse 1.800.96A.BUSE or 1.800.962.2873
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER ZIP CODE GROUPS The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators MIAMI-DADE COUNTY - miamidadespouses@gmail.com. BROWARD COUNTY - browardspouses2013@gmail.com. SOCSOUTH - www.facebook.com/groups/socsouthredfam HOMESTEAD - www.facebook.com/groups/ HomesteadMilitaryWives
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ilitary Spouses Day was created by President Ronald Reagan to acknowledge the significant contributions, support, and sacrifices of spouses of their Armed Forces. In 1984, Secretary of Defense Casper Weinberger established the Friday before Mother’s Day as Military Spouses Day. Each year, the US President normally commemorates this day with a ceremonial speech and proclamation. This year, Military Spouse Appreciation Day will be celebrated on Friday, May 8th. Military Spouse Appreciation Day was created to honor the spouses of those who serve, be it in the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, or Coast Guard with a day set aside to recognize what a powerful difference spouses make in the lives of our service members. The theme for this year is “The Strength of our Service Members.” It is a day for us to honor and recognize the sacrifices that military spouses make when they give up comforts of their home when on an overseas assignment and when they are separated from their spouses during deployments as well as when a service member makes the ultimate sacrifice while defending the Nation they serve. The Miami Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) and Coast Guard MWR will honor and recognize military spouses during a Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon that will be held on Saturday, May 30th at the Coast Guard Station Miami Beach at 11:00 am. If you are a military spouse interested in attending, contact Vickie DuBois, victoria.t.dubois.civ@mail.mil.
WHO’S WHO Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, sheryl.a.byrd.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, sherry.c.good.naf@mail.mil 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, marisol.e.archibold2.naf@mail.mil 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, helen.colby.naf@mail.mil 305.437.3149 E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.mil Toll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 Stephen.c.ondriezek.civ@mail.mil Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595
Sport and Fitness Fitness Center 305.437.0123 / 0124 Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, jill.m.hauser.civ@mail.mil; Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, francisco.same.naf@ mail.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique.s.williams.naf@ mail.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.a.fernandez107.naf@mail. mil; Alci Montero, alci.j.montero.naf@mail.mil; Arthurlyn Mitcham: arthurlyn.s.mitcham2.naf@mail.mil
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141 CYSS Coordinator - Francisco Brizuela, francisco.j.brizuela.naf@mail.mil Administration - Mary Gomez, mary.e.gomez.naf@mail.mil Child Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, denise.gonzalez5.naf@mail.mil Community Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer - Edna Quinones, Edna.i.quinones.naf@mail.mil Outreach Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, ileana.gonzalez-posada.naf@mail.mil School Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, joyce.m.kennedy.naf@mail.mil
SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, edward.e.wilhite.civ@mail.mil
305.437.2653
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, guy.w.drab.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3078 Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs Cheryl A. Davis, cheryl.a.davis10.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2932 ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, Marilou.c.balch.civ@mail.mil 305.437.3085 Family Programs Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, wanda.y.laureano.civ@mail.mil; Connie Sova, Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, connie.I.sova.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.1744 / 2428 victoria.t.dubois.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2644 Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407 Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) Carmen Rivera Martinez, Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, carmen.i.riveramartinez.ctr@mail.mil 305.437.3076 richard.c.zimmelman.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2645 Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance Joe Pagan, joe.pagan1.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2639 USSOUTHCOM Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member Joe Walker, joe.n.walker.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2734 Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 Sexual Assault Response Coordinator For appointments call 305.437.3559 Yadira Morales, yadira.morales1.civ@mail.mil 305.437.1137 Services TRICARE enrolled members Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator 1.800.444.5445 Vacant 305.437.2178 TRICARE Service Centers Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa Locka Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Domestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, 305.437.3086 mary.e.ortiz.civ@mail.mil 305.437.2667 Family Counseling Center Housing Referral 305.437.2642 Military Family Employment Advocate - Vanessa Cervantes, 305.437.2287 CareerSource South Florida 305.228.2300, ext. 4219 Education Service Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681 vanessa.cervantes@careersourcesfl.com
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