JUNE - JULY MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO
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J O I N T B A S E S A N A N T O N I O
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
JUNE - JULY
2020 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Deployment Readiness • Federal Voting Assistance • Employment Assistance • Financial Readiness • Volunteer Opportunities
• Family Life • Work Life • Relocation Readiness • Unit Family Readiness • Team Building • Military & Family Life Counselors •
Resiliency • Exceptional Family Members • Information & Referral • Armed Forces Action Plan• Transition Assistance • Survivor
Benefit Services • Casualty Assistance • Professional Development • Federal Voting Assistance • Volunteer Opportunities
• Financial Readiness • Work Life • Military & Family Life Counselors • Unit Family Readiness • Transition Assistance •
THREE LOCATIONS TO SERVE JBSA
FORT SAM HOUSTON - LACKLAND - RANDOLPH
JBSA-MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS SERVICES Modified Services &
Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Military & Family Readiness (M&FR) is dedicated to
providing a full range of quality programs and services that promote self-reliance, mission
readiness, resiliency and ease adaptation into the military way of life.
Operational Status
We offer a variety of classes, trainings, and workshops that promote, educate, and facilitate
readiness and resiliency: Virtual Services & Appointments
To help mitigate possible resurgence of COVID-19, we’re continuing a full menu of virtual
Air Force Aid Society Unit Family Readiness
Air Force Families Forever Military & Family Life Counselors services. As of June 1, 2020 the JBSA-M&FRC will begin modified in-person services in
Armed Forces Action Plan Military Family Team Building accordance with social distancing precautions. Appointments are encouraged for face-
Casualty Assistance Personal & Work Life to-face interactions. Some services may not be immediately available on a walk-in basis.
Deployment Readiness Relocation Services
Employment & Career Development Resiliency Training
Exceptional Family Member Program Survivor Benefit Services
Financial Readiness Transition Assistance Program
Heart Link Volunteer Opportunities
Hearts Apart Warriors in Transition
Information & Referral Voting Assistance Program FACE COVERING KEEP 6 FT SOCIAL TEMPERATURE
REQUIRED DISTANCE CHECKS
Regardless of specific duty station location, patrons assigned to JBSA can attend trainings
and utilize the services offered at all three locations. For more information about a Before planning a visit, call to confirm operational status.
program or service, call: Registration is highly encouraged as the status of our services may change. All registered
(FSH) (LAK) (RAN) participants will be notified of any schedule changes or cancellations.
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston JBSA-Lackland JBSA-Randolph
(210) 221-2705 or 221-2418 (210) 671-3722 (210) 652-5321 Fort Sam Houston JBSA-Lackland JBSA-Randolph
(210) 221-2705 or 221-2418 (210) 671-3722 (210) 652-5321
Briefings for groups, units, or one-on-one consultations are available by request. Programs usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx.mfrc@mail.mil 802fss.fsfr@us.af.mil Randolphmfrc@us.af.mil
and events are subject to change. Some services are based on the number of participants
and require a minimum number in order to be effective. If the minimum is not met, the A phased approach for reopening is expected and our operational status will continue to
class may be canceled or rescheduled. Other services may be limited due to seating or change based on information from public health officials and in alignment with national,
space. To ensure availability, call to sign up. state, city, and higher headquarters public health guidance. For up to date information
regarding JBSA operations, visit www.jbsa.mil/coronavirus.
All services provided by JBSA-M&FR are open to all branches of the military, Active Duty
Military and their families, Reservists, Coast Guard, National Guard , Retirees, Surviving
Spouses, DoD civilian employees (APF and NAF), and DoD contracted employees, unless HOLIDAYS, SPECIAL OBSERVATIONS, & CLOSURES
otherwise stated.
June 2020 July 2020
National Safety Month Month of the Military Consumer
14 Army Birthday 3 Independence Day Observed
23 Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday (All Centers Closed)
27 PTSD Awareness Day 4 Independence Day
23 Army Reserve Birthday 6 AETC Family Day/Army Training Day
(All Centers Closed)
25 National Hire a Veteran Day
26 Americans with Disabilities Act Day
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston JBSA-LACKLAND JBSA-RANDOLPH This is a bi-monthly publication produced by the 802d Force Support Squadron (FSS), JBSA-Military & Family Readiness. Although every
Mon-Fri 7 AM-4:30 PM Mon-Fri 7:30 AM-4:30 PM Mon-Fri 7:30 AM-4:30 PM effort is made to publish accurate information, classes and guest speakers are subject to change due to unforeseeable circumstances.
Closed: 1st & 3rd Thursday 1-4:30 PM, Closed: 1st & 3rd Thursday 12:30-4:30 PM, Closed: 1st & 3rd Thursday 2-4:30 PM, Some services require a minimum number of attendees in order to be effective. If the minimum is not met, the class may be canceled
Federal Holidays & AETC Family days Federal Holidays & AETC Family days Federal Holidays & AETC Family days or rescheduled. Other services may be limited in size due to classroom space. To ensure availability, call to register.CALENDAR OF EVENTS JUNE-JULY 2020 EVENT
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EMPLOYMENT
Salary Negotiation 5 -- p. 23 JBSA-RAN
Immigration & Citizenship 23 28 p. 7 JBSA-FSH
USAJOBS Navigation & Federal Resume 3 1 p. 9 JBSA-FSH
Newcomer’s Orientation 8, 22 13, 27 p. 22 JBSA-RAN
USAJOBS Navigation & Federal Resume -- 28 p. 16 JBSA-LAK
Newcomer’s Orientation 3, 17 15, 22, 29 p. 15 JBSA-LAK
USAJOBS Navigation & Federal Resume 25 30 p. 23 JBSA-RAN
Newcomer’s Orientation 5, 19 17 p. 7 JBSA-FSH
RELOCATION
Your Pathways to Employment M 13, 20, 27 p. 8 JBSA-FSH
Newly Assigned CC/CCC/CCF 9 21 p. 15 JBSA-LAK
Newly Assigned CC/CCC/CCF 2 7 p. 22 JBSA-RAN
Individualized Initial Counseling Call to Register Call to Register p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Officer/Enlisted First Duty Station Equal Opportunity 8, 22 13, 27 p. 22 JBSA-RAN
Briefing Individualized Initial Counseling M-F M-F p. 9 JBSA-FSH
Smooth Move Relocation 11 -- p. 22 JBSA-RAN Individualized Initial Counseling Call to Register Call to Register p. 16 JBSA-LAK
Plan My Move - Smooth Move Relocation 30 7 p. 15 JBSA-LAK Pre-Separation Counseling 3, 10, 24 8, 15, 29 p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Trails & Tales Guided Tour -- 10 p. 7 JBSA-FSH Pre-Separation Counseling 5, 29 22 p. 9 JBSA-FSH
Pre-Separation Counseling: Separation 4, 18 2, 16 p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Build A Budget 11 -- p. 15 JBSA-LAK Pre-Separation Counseling: Retirement 2, 16, 30 14 p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Car Buying -- 23 p. 16 JBSA-LAK Managing Your Education (3-day) 1-3 6-8 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Debt & Credit Management 22 27 p. 8 JBSA-FSH Managing Your Education (2-day) 24-25 15-16 p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Develop Your Spending Plan -- 14 p. 23 JBSA-RAN Department of Labor: Vocational Trng Workshop (2-day) 10-11 1-2 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
Divorce & Financial Impacts 22 27 p. 8 JBSA-FSH Department of Labor: Vocational Trng Workshop (2-day) 25-26 -- p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Dream Big, Plan Now 25 -- p. 23 JBSA-RAN Department of Labor: Vocational Trng Workshop (2-day) -- 23-24 p. 25 JBSA-RAN
Financial Readiness Overview 9, 23 14, 28 p. 8 JBSA-FSH Department of Labor: Employment Workshop (2-day) 18-19, 25-26 16-17, 30-31 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
First Baby Financial Readiness 16 21 p. 8 JBSA-FSH Department of Labor: Employment Workshop (2-day) -- 16-17 p. 25 JBSA-RAN
Home Sweet Home: Home-Buying Strategies 25 -- p. 15 JBSA-LAK Boots to Business (2-day) 1-2 -- p. 17 JBSA-LAK
FINANCE
Home Sweet Home: Home-Buying Strategies -- 23 p. 23 JBSA-RAN Boots to Business (2-day) -- 7-8 p. 25 JBSA-RAN
How to Budget 9, 23 14, 28 p. 8 JBSA-FSH TAP Workshop (3-day) 15-17 20-22 p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Marriage: Managing Finances Together 15 20 p. 8 JBSA-FSH TAP Workshop (3-day) Separation 15-17 27-29 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
Officer First Duty Station Financial Training 10 8 p. 15 JBSA-LAK TAP Workshop (3-day) Retirement 22-24 13-15 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
Officer First Duty Station Financial Training 23 -- p. 22 JBSA-RAN TAP Workshop (3-day) Separation 22-24 27-29 p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Promotions & Strategic Financial Plans 8 13 p. 7 JBSA-FSH TAP Workshop (3-day) Retirement 8-10 20-23 p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Social Security & You 25 -- p. 8 JBSA-FSH Troops to Teachers 8 16 p. 10 JBSA-FSH
Saving For The Holidays -- 9 p. 16 JBSA-LAK VA Benefits & Services 24 29 p. 17 JBSA-LAK
Thrift Savings Plan 10 8 p. 8 JBSA-FSH VA Benefits & Services 26 31 p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Wise Investment Strategy 9 -- p. 22 JBSA-RAN VA Community Relations -- 17 p. 25 JBSA-RAN
VA Vet Centers 18 -- p. 24 JBSA-RAN
Basic Resume Writing -- 21 p. 24 JBSA-RAN
EMPLOYMENT
General Resume Writing -- 14 p. 16 JBSA-LAK Applied Behavior Analysis Parent Training 101 -- 30 p. 18 JBSA-LAK
General Resume Writing 10 8 p. 9 JBSA-FSH EFMP Orientation 8, 22 13, 27 p. 26 JBSA-RAN
EFMP
Interviewing Skills 12 -- p. 23 JBSA-RAN EFMP Support Group 2, 16 7, 21 p. 11 JBSA-FSH
Interviewing Skills 17 15 p. 9 JBSA-FSH EFMP: What Does it Mean to Me? -- 23 p. 11 JBSA-FSHEVENT JUNE JULY PAGE LOCATION
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Lunch & Learn
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EFMP
Equestrian Camp 23-25 -- p. 11 JBSA-FSH
Navigating EFMP 25 -- p. 18 JBSA-LAK
INFORMATION & REFERRAL agencies throughout the community are
on site to share information.
Adoption & Foster Care Seminar -- 30 p. 19 JBSA-LAK
JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
PERSONAL, FAMILY & WORK LIFE
Briefer Trainer Course (BTC) 16 8 p. 13 JBSA-FSH
(210) 221-2705 or 221-2418 TRAILS & TALES GUIDED TOUR
Information & Referral helps DoD ID July 10 8-11 a.m.
Bundles for Babies 5 31 p. 26 JBSA-RAN cardholders and their families connect Located in the heart of San Antonio, Fort
Bundles for Babies -- 17 p. 19 JBSA-LAK with the right resources to meet their Sam Houston hosts the most extensive
specific needs on JBSA or within the local collection of historic buildings in the
Car Seat 101 9 14 p. 12 JBSA-FSH
community. Department of Defense! Join us for a
Conversational Corner 12, 26 10, 24 p. 12 JBSA-FSH guided tour to learn about its rich history.
Four Lenses Temperament Discovery -- 22 p. 19 JBSA-LAK Seating is limited; registration required.
Live Nutritional Cooking Class
Role Reversal: Caring for those who cared for you
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JBSA-LAK RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IMMIGRATION & CITIZENSHIP
June 23 & July 28 9 a.m. to Noon
Unit Voting Assistance Officer Training (UVAO) 16 -- p. 20 JBSA-LAK JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797 Meet with a Citizenship & Immigration
Unit Voting Assistance Officer Training (UVAO) -- 30 p. 27 JBSA-RAN (210) 221-2705 Service Officer (USCIS) for assistance with
Reduce or eliminate problems arising applications. Registration is not required.
VOLUNTEER
due to frequent moves with specialized
Volunteering 101 9, 23 7, 21 p. 13 JBSA-FSH services such as individual or group
counseling; sponsorship and pre-arrival
R.E.A.L. Command Team Training 2 7 p. 12 JBSA-FSH
information; mandatory overseas briefings
and post-move orientations; lending
FINANCIAL READINESS
R.E.A.L. FRL & FRSA Training 23 -- p. 12 JBSA-FSH closet; and immigration services. Call for
JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
UNIT FAMILY READINESS
R.E.A.L. Fund Custodian Training -- 29 p. 12 JBSA-FSH more information or to sign up for a class. (210) 221-2705
R.E.A.L. Key Contacts Training -- 29 p. 12 JBSA-FSH
Financial Readiness can assist with
LENDING CLOSET developing an individual plan to achieve
R.E.A.L SFRG Leaders Training 24 -- p. 12 JBSA-FSH financial goals. Specialized services
Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Key Spouse Initial Training 10 -- p. 12 JBSA-FSH Closed 1st & 3rd Thursday 1-4 p.m. include money management, credit
Key Spouse Continuing Education -- 21 p. 27 JBSA-RAN The Lending Closet loans essential and financial planning, insurance and
household goods like kitchen equipment, consumer issues, and information on
Key Spouse Continuing Education 17 -- p. 13 JBSA-FSH emergency assistance. Call for more
sleeping mats, irons, and more, while
Key Spouse Refresher Training 17 -- p. 12 JBSA-FSH you’re in transit. Permanent party, information or to register.
Key Spouse Refresher Training -- 21 p. 26 JBSA-RAN technical school students, TDY, and
civilians may borrow items up to 30 days. PROMOTIONS & STRATEGIC
Pre-Deployment Briefing 2, 16, 30 14, 28 p. 27 JBSA-RAN
A copy of your orders is needed. FINANCIAL PLANS
June 8 & July 13 1-2 p.m.
DEPLOYMENT
Pre-Deployment Briefing Tu Tu p. 19 JBSA-LAK You worked hard for that promotion,
NEWCOMER’S ORIENTATION
Pre-Deployment Resiliency Th Th p. 13 JBSA-FSH June 5, 19 & July 17 8 a.m. to Noon shouldn’t you do the same for your
A mandatory in-processing brief for all financial future? Discover tips to help
Post-Deployment Reunion & Reintegration M M p. 19 JBSA-LAK
military and civilian personnel newly make the most of your new financial
Post-Deployment Reintegration Tu Tu p. 27 JBSA-RAN assigned to JBSA, family members opportunity like setting up spending goals,
Post-Deployment Resiliency Th Th p. 13 JBSA-FSH welcome. Service members must reducing excessive debt, growing your
coordinate attendance with their Unit retirement, and more.
Personnel. Patrons must sign in and be
Quarterly Casualty Notification Officer Training -- 10 p. 18 JBSA-LAK
CAR
seated by 7:50 a.m. Representatives from
www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-FSH M&FRC 7FINANCIAL READINESS OVERVIEW DEBT & CREDIT MANAGEMENT local resources, services, and workshops
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
JBSA-FORT SAM HOUSTON
JBSA-FORT SAM HOUSTON
June 9, 23 & July 14, 28 9-9:30 a.m. June 22 & July 27 9-11 a.m. that best support your employment goals.
Get acquainted with financial wellness
classes and services offered by M&FR,
Learn how credit scores are calculated,
key factors to improve your score, and - FIND THE JOB YOU WANT - PROGRAM (TAP)/SOLDIER
and discover resources that can help now
and in the future.
discuss associated costs.
USAJOBS NAVIGATION &
FOR LIFE
DIVORCE & FINANCIAL IMPACTS FEDERAL RESUME JBSA-FSH • Soldier for Life, Bldg.
HOW TO BUDGET June 22 & July 27 1-2 p.m. June 3 & July 1 9-11 a.m. 2264, Ste. 102 (210) 221-1213
June 9, 23 & July 14, 28 9:30-11:30 a.m. Review financial topics to help navigate This hands-on class will navigate you TAP is a mandatory program for all service
Participate in this hands-on, guided the process, such as establishing a through the USAJOBS website and members separating or retiring out of the
process to learn how to create a spending spending plan based on new potential show how to set custom notifications. military and must begin no later than 365
plan worksheet. Attendees must bring a expenses and income, updating all Learn how to interpret federal vacancy days prior to their transition. The program
copy of their current LES, spouse’s income account beneficiaries, reshaping announcements and create a detailed provides training opportunities, and
information (if applicable), a list of monthly retirement funds, and more. federal resume. information to help service members meet
expenses, and debt information such as their post-military goals. Services include
the total balance owed, monthly payment, GENERAL RESUME WRITING self-assessment tools, pre-separation
SOCIAL SECURITY & YOU
and annual percentage rate (APR). June 25 9:30-11:30 a.m. June 10 & July 8 9-11 a.m. counseling, benefits overview, job search
Learn about changes to social security Learn different resume formats and training, resume review, career options,
which one to use while writing a non- academic and educational guidance, and
THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN benefits and how it can affect your
June 10 & July 8 9-11 a.m. retirement. Facilitated by a subject matter federal resume. Receive tips to help more. Call to schedule an appointment or
Are you taking full advantage of your TSP? expert in Social Security. adequately prepare a summary statement, sign up.
Become familiar with contribution limits, employment history, and more.
tax-deferred investments, and rates of WE’RE MOVING THIS SUMMER!
return. Learn what options are available INTERVIEWING SKILLS The Soldier for Life-Transition Assistance
after separating from the military or civil
service.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS June 17 & July 15
Discover ways to prepare for a job
9-11 a.m. Program is planning to relocate
to a new building this
JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797 interview and make a lasting impression summer. Keep an
MARRIAGE: MANAGING (210) 221-2418 — review topics like appropriate attire, eye on our Facebook
Employment Readiness helps patrons networking, salary negotiation, and the page for details!
FINANCES TOGETHER improve essential skills needed to
June 15 & July 20 1-2 p.m. importance of social media.
Marriage changes your financial situation; secure employment in a competitive job INDIVIDUALIZED INITIAL COUNSELING
developing a plan together is essential! market. Services include job counseling, LINKEDIN Monday-Friday Call to Register
Get tips to help create a new household resume writing assistance, educational June 24 & July 22 9-11 a.m. Those separating or retiring from active-
spending plan that works for both of you, information, and more. Call for more Looking for a job? LinkedIn is a must for duty must meet with a TAP counselor
review debts, credit reports and scores, information or to reserve a seat. your social media toolbox! Learn about to officially start the transition process.
discuss emergency funds, and more. the benefits, how to create a professional Service members will complete a personal
MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM profile that showcases your abilities and self-assessment to begin the development
Meet with a career counselor from accomplishments. of their Individual Transition Plan (ITP) to
FIRST BABY FINANCIAL PLANNING identify their unique needs and establish
June 16 & July 21 9-11 a.m. Workforce Solutions Alamo to learn about
There’s no doubt having a baby is exciting employment opportunities for military post-transition goals. This one-on-one
and expensive. Knowing about those spouses. To schedule an appointment, call counseling session must start no later
expenses before they occur and having (210) 850-2152. than 365 days before their anticipated
a financial plan in place can help better separation or retirement date. This is the
prepare you and your family. Military YOUR PATHWAYS TO EMPLOYMENT first step of the Transition process.
families who are planning for their first Mondays (Not held July 6) 9-11 a.m.
child are encouraged to attend. Discover your path to employment by PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING
setting a foundation for success. Meet June 5, 29 & July 22 9-11 a.m. & 1-3 p.m.
with Workforce Solutions, Texas Workforce This is the second step of the formal
Commission, USO, NAF & Civilian transition process. Pre-Separation
Personnel, CSP, and M&FR to learn about Counseling, just like Initial Counseling,
must start no later than 365 days
8 JBSA-FSH M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-FSH M&FRC 9before your transition date. Review DOL VOCATIONAL TRAINING
MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE group helps connect families to our
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by-law information to include benefits, WORKSHOP special needs community to share ideas,
entitlements, and resources for
eligible transitioning service members.
June 10-11 & July 1-2
A 2-day workshop hosted by the
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
COUNSELORS (MFLC) challenges, and concerns, and discover
resources within the community.
Caregivers and spouses are encouraged Department of Labor guides those JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
to attend pre-separation counseling
with their service member. Prerequisite:
pursuing career technical training. Discuss (210) 421-9387 LUNCH & LEARN WITH EFMP
different vocational fields and identify the Military & Family Life Counselors help SOCIAL SECURITY & SSI
Individualized Initial Counseling. skills needed to develop an action plan for service members, their families, and June 18 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
achieving career goals. Review accredited significant others by discussing issues Join us for a guest speaker from the
TAP WORKSHOP training institutions and credentialing from deployment and reintegration, Packard Law Firm to discuss Social
Separation: June 15-17 & July 27-29 programs. Subject to individual plans, this marriage and relationships, stress and Security and Supplemental Security
Retirement: June 22-24 & July 13-15 class may be required; prerequisite: TAP anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and Income benefits, eligibility, and how to
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. workshop. other life concerns. Consultations are apply.
This mandatory 3-day workshop anonymous, with no records kept. Call to
provides a standardized core curriculum. TROOPS TO TEACHERS schedule an appointment; meetings may EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM
Review common challenges, financial be arranged off-site, after-hours, and on
June 8 & July 16 Noon to 2 p.m. WHAT DOES IT
TO ME?
MEAN
planning, and VA benefits to help Eligible military personnel interested in weekends.
service members depart career ready. pursuing teaching as a second career
Facilitated by the Department of Labor, review topics like education and licensing
EFMP: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO ME?
Veterans Administration, and M&FR. After PERSONAL FINANCIAL COUNSELOR July 23 2-4 p.m.
requirements, employment leads, Personal Financial Counselors provide Whether newly enrolled or curious about
completion, additional workshops aligned counseling and placement, financial free financial counseling services to the program, this class guides you in
with an individual’s post-transition plan assistance, and more. service members and their families. understanding what an Exceptional Family
are offered. Prerequisite: Individualized
Consultations are anonymous, with no Member is, how to enroll in the program,
Initial Counseling & Pre-Separation
Counseling. CAREER SKILLS PROGRAM records kept. Some evening and weekend where to find support, and more. Leaders
The JBSA CSP provides transitioning times are available. To schedule a are encouraged to attend to review the
service members opportunities to help consultation, call (210) 238-2407. program requirements and the resources
MANAGING YOUR EDUCATION turn their military skills into post-service available to their service members.
June 1-3 & July 6-8 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. careers. Connecting with apprenticeships,
This 3-day track helps service members
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY
participate in internships, and complete EQUESTRIAN CAMP
achieve academic success by reviewing certification trainings during your final
credit transfers, researching schools, June 23-25 9 a.m. to Noon
exploring financial aid assistance,
providing vocational education
180 days of active duty service. Currently,
opportunities have been coordinated MEMBER PROGRAM EFMP youth, ages 6-14, receive the full
Equestrian experience of therapeutic
counseling, and more. Subject to
with AACOG Law Enforcement Academy,
Accenture, CPS Energy, the Exchange,
JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797 horseback riding. Campers will learn
individual plans, this class may be Hiring Our Heroes corporate fellowship (210) 221-2705 horsemanship and etiquette, how to brush
required; prerequisite: TAP workshop. EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program and care for a horse and an opportunity
and training, HOLT CAT, Microsoft Systems to ride in the arena. Families attend a one-
Academy, Onward to Opportunity, that assists service members and their
DOL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP families with special, physical, emotional, on-one orientation before camp begins.
Rackspace, Southwest Research Institute, Registration is required, and space is
Separation: June 18-19 & July 16-17 developmental, or intellectual needs.
United Health Group, and Veterans limited.
Retirement: June 25-26 & July 30-31 EFMP works with military and civilian
Affairs. Service members may also seek
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. agencies to provide comprehensive
independent opportunities. For more
A 2-day workshop hosted by the and coordinated medical, educational,
information, call (210) 221-1672 or email
Department of Labor provides information
to say current in a competitive job market
usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx.career-skills-program@
mail.mil.
housing, and community support; and
personnel services. Call for details or to PERSONAL & WORK LIFE
by reviewing emerging technology
for networking and searching for
register. JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
employment. Learn how to build an (210) 221-2418
effective resume and brush up on up on EFMP SUPPORT GROUP Personal & Work Life collaborates
June 2, 16 & July 7, 21 12:30-1:30 p.m. with many helping agencies to
interviewing skills. Subject to individual
Caring for a special needs family member provide education and promote family
plans, this class may be required;
can be challenging, whether it is a spouse preparedness through readiness support.
prerequisite: TAP workshop.
or a child. This brown-bag support Call to register for a class.
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TEXAS WIC operations and learn about roles, funding brush up on program requirements, the community, rules and regulations for
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The national Supplemental Nutrition basics, volunteer management, and roles, responsibilities, best practices, and volunteering on a military installation, and
Program for Women, Infants and Children recruiting concepts. participate in a Q&A session. how to register and navigate the Volunteer
(WIC) provides support to expecting Management Information System.
parents from pregnancy to delivery to R.E.A.L. FRL & FRSA TRAINING KEY SPOUSE CONTINUING EDUCATION
raising a child to 5 years of age. Meet June 23 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 17 10 a.m. to Noon
with a clerk, Licensed Vocational Nurse,
or Nutritionist every 1st Tuesday and
The Family Readiness Liaison and Family
Readiness Support Assistant learn how
Quarterly professional development
trainings are offered to Key Spouses and DEPLOYMENT READINESS
3rd Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. their role assists the command and Key Spouse Mentors to learn about new JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
to learn about nutrition, breastfeeding, volunteers. Discuss leadership and resources and maintain skills.
counseling services, and more. Open to volunteer management, communication (210) 221-2418
all JBSA patrons. Call (210) 674-7739 to tips, SFRG non-mission essential activities, Deployment Readiness offers workshops,
schedule an appointment. WIC is an equal and resources. briefings, and support groups to enhance
opportunity program. MILITARY FAMILY TEAM mission preparedness and self-reliance
throughout the phases of a deployment
LIVE NUTRITIONAL COOKING CLASS
R.E.A.L. SFRG LEADERS TRAINING
June 24 9-11 a.m. BUILDING (MFTB) cycle. Unit Family Readiness services are
found under the Personal & Work Life
June 24 & July 29 9-11 a.m. Soldier & Family Readiness Group JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797 section.
Looking for some new healthy cooking Leaders review roles, expectations, and
ideas? A certified dietitian will offer a live responsibilities within the SFRG and
(210) 221-2418
demonstration Command, as well as how to set-up, MFTB is about mission readiness and PRE-DEPLOYMENT RESILIENCY
showing how maintain, and handle challenges. family readiness. It helps service members Thursdays 8-10 a.m.
to make some grow as leaders and teaches families how Explore common realities and challenges
quick, easy, and to adapt and embrace challenges. Open to encountered before and during a
R.E.A.L. KEY CONTACTS TRAINING all DoD cardholders on JBSA. Unit training deployment. Review resources and tools
tasty recipes. July 29 9-11 a.m. available by request. that assist with the different phases of
All SFRG Key Contacts must attend this deployment.
training. Discuss roles and responsibilities,
CAR SEAT 101 learn how to address potential issues, and BRIEFER TRAINING COURSE
June 16 & July 8 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. POST-DEPLOYMENT RESILIENCY
June 9 & July 14 9-11 a.m. identify resources.
Whether providing a desk-side briefing Thursdays 10 a.m. to Noon
Forward and rear-facing, tether straps,
to a commander or tasked to present Discuss reintegration back into home life
hooks, and anchors - there are many R.E.A.L. FUND CUSTODIAN TRAINING information to a diverse audience, this and learn about resources to help with
aspects to consider when installing a car July 29 1-3 p.m. professional development course is associated stressors. Develop positive
seat and making adjustments for growth. Current and incoming SFRG Fund designed to address how to prepare for relationship skills and build on existing
Review different types of car seats and Custodians are required to attend and present an elective briefing. skills.
essential seat installation tips to help keep this training to review regulations for
your child safe. Afterwards, sign-up for the managing informal funds and fundraising.
Car Seat Safety Clinic to have your car
seat checked by a Child Passenger Safety
Technician and Senior Checker.
KEY SPOUSE INITIAL TRAINING VOLUNTEER SERVICES FEDERAL VOTING
June 10 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This is mandatory for all newly appointed JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797 ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
CONVERSATIONAL CORNER Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors (210) 221-2705 JBSA-FSH • M&FRC, Bldg. 2797
June 12, 26 & July 10, 24 9-10:30 a.m. who have not received the initial training Volunteers support the military and the
Pour a cut of coffee, pull up a chair, and from their previous location. Review the community in a variety of capacities (210) 221-8683
grab a laptop or cellphone to join us for a 8 core modules in the standard Air Force such as coaches, office assistants, SFRG The Federal Voting Assistance Program
conversation. Topics will cover a range of Key Spouse training curriculum, roles, and leaders, program assistants, and more. provides information and guidance to
subjects open to diverse perspectives and responsibilities. Volunteer Services coordinates with service members, their families, and all
experiences. the community to connect patrons with other U.S. civilian DoD employees, by
volunteer opportunities. Call for details. contributing to a better understanding of
KEY SPOUSE REFRESHER voter rights and absentee voting. For more
R.E.A.L. COMMAND TEAM TRAINING June 17 9-10 a.m. information, email usaf.jbsa.502-abw.
June 2 & July 7 9-11 a.m. Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors VOLUNTEERING 101
Commanders and First Sergeants review June 9, 23 & July 7, 21 1-3 p.m. mbx.502-fss-votingassistance@mail.mil.
who have completed the mandatory
Soldier & Family Readiness Group initial training from a previous location Learn about volunteer opportunities in
12 JBSA-FSH M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-FSH M&FRC 13INFORMATION & REFERRAL PLAN MY MOVE
JBSA-LACKLAND
JBSA-LACKLAND
JBSA-LACKLAND JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
(210) 671-3722
SMOOTH MOVE RELOCATION
June 30 & July 7 10 a.m. to Noon
Information & Referral help patrons This brief targets E-4 and below, and
connect with the right resources to meet personnel with overseas
Modified Services & their specific needs on JBSA or within the assignments. Open to all
local community. ranks and their family
members. Active duty will be
Operational Status
cleared from the Virtual
Out-Processing
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE checklist.
JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
Virtual Services & Appointments (210) 671-3722
Relocation Assistance is available to FINANCIAL READINESS
To help mitigate possible resurgence of COVID-19, we’re continuing a service members and their families JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
through the process of a permanent
full menu of virtual services. As of June 1, 2020 the JBSA-M&FRC will change of station (PCS). Take charge of (210) 671-3722
begin modified in-person services in accordance with social distancing your PCS by visiting Plan My Move at Financial Readiness provides resources,
installations.militaryonesource.mil information, and addresses money
precautions. Appointments are encouraged for face-to-face interactions. to learn about entitlements, benefits, management issues ranging from basic
Some services may not be immediately available on a walk-in basis. planning tools, and more. Call for more budgeting to long-term investment
information or to register for a class. planning, and debt reduction. Individual
and group briefings are available. Call to
register.
NEWCOMER’S ORIENTATION
June 3, 17 & July 15, 22, 29
7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. BUILD A BUDGET
A mandatory in-processing briefing for all June 11 10-11:30 a.m.
service members new to JBSA. Coordinate Building a budget and spending plan
FACE COVERING KEEP 6 FT SOCIAL can help identify signs of impending
TEMPERATURE with your Unit Personnel Coordinator or
REQUIRED DISTANCE financial challenges. Learn how to create
CHECKS Commander Support Element to schedule
your orientation. Held at Mitchell Hall, an effective plan that integrates income,
Bldg. 2300. savings, expenses, and debt.
Before planning a visit, call to confirm operational status.
Registration is highly encouraged as the status of our services may change. All HOME SWEET HOME:
NEWLY ASSIGNED COMMANDERS &
registered participants will be notified of any schedule changes or cancellations. FIRST SERGEANTS BRIEFING HOME-BUYING STRATEGIES
June 9 & July 21 8-11:15 a.m. June 25 10 a.m. to Noon
Fort Sam Houston JBSA-Lackland JBSA-Randolph Newly assigned Commanders, Increase your home-buying knowledge by
(210) 221-2705 or 221-2418 (210) 671-3722 (210) 652-5321 Command Chiefs, and First Sergeants: examining how much you can afford, tips
usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx.mfrc@mail.mil 802fss.fsfr@us.af.mil Randolphmfrc@us.af.mil this mandatory briefing satisfies AFI for choosing a real estate agent, reviewing
requirements while introducing key mortgage and VA loan options, and more.
personnel from installation support
agencies such as Family Advocacy, OFFICER FIRST DUTY STATION
A phased approach for reopening is expected and our operational status Military & Family Readiness, and Sexual MANDATORY FINANCIAL TRAINING
will continue to change based on information from public health officials Assault Prevention Response. June 10 & July 8 9 a.m. to Noon
Mandatory for all non-prior enlisted
and in alignment with national, state, city, and higher headquarters public officers serving at their first duty station
health guidance. For up to date information regarding JBSA operations, visit within 90 days of arrival—explore
all aspects of finances to include
www.jbsa.mil/coronavirus. pay, entitlements, insurance, credit
14 JBSA-LAK M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-LAK M&FRC 15JBSA-LACKLAND
management, Thrift Savings Plan, and GENERAL RESUME WRITING PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING assistance. Register online at
JBSA-LACKLAND
more. July 14 1-3 p.m. Separation: June 4, 18 & July 2, 16 https://sbavets.force.com. Subject to
Learn different resume formats and which Retirement: June 2, 16, 30 & July 14 individual plans, this class may be
one to use while writing a non-federal 8:30 a.m. to Noon required; prerequisite: TAP workshop.
SAVING FOR THE HOLIDAYS resume. Receive tips to help prepare a This is the second step of the formal
July 9 10-11:30 a.m. professional summary, accomplishment transition process. Pre-Separation VA BENEFITS & SERVICES
It’s easy to get carried away with statements, and more. Counseling, just like Initial Counseling, June 24 & July 29 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
overspending during the holidays, start must start no later than 365 days Those exempt from the mandatory 3-day
planning now! Discover ways to save and USAJOBS NAVIGATION & before your transition date. Review TAP workshop must attend a Veterans
cut back, and avoid starting the new year FEDERAL RESUME by-law information to include benefits, Administration stand-alone workshop.
with new debt. July 28 1-3 p.m. entitlements, and resources for Gain a better understanding of VA benefits
Become familiar with the USAJOBS eligible transitioning service members. and programs. Critical areas covered
website and learn to interpret federal Caregivers and spouses are encouraged include disability benefits, education
CAR BUYING vacancy announcements, target your to attend pre-separation counseling and economic support, home loans,
July 23 10-11:30 a.m. federal resume, and set email notifications. with their service member. Prerequisite: and healthcare options. Prerequisite:
Review topics associated with purchasing Individualized Initial Counseling. Individualized Initial Counseling & Pre-
a new or used car, avoid sales traps, Separation Counseling.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
dealer scams, and predatory lending. TAP WORKSHOP
Separation: June 22-24 & July 27-29 DOL VOCATIONAL TRAINING
PROGRAM (TAP) Retirement: June 8-10 & July 20-23 WORKSHOP
EMPLOYMENT READINESS JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
This mandatory 3-day workshop provides
June 25-26 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A 2-day workshop hosted by the
JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249 (210) 671-3722 a standardized core curriculum. Review
common challenges, financial planning,
Department of Labor guides those
(210) 671-3722 TAP is a mandatory program for all service and VA benefits to help service members
pursuing career technical training. Discuss
different vocational fields and identify the
Employment assistance helps patrons members separating or retiring out of the depart career ready. Facilitated by
military and must begin no later than 365 skills needed to develop an action plan for
build essential skills for locating and the Department of Labor, Veterans
days prior to their transition. The program achieving career goals. Review accredited
securing employment. Services include Administration, and M&FRC. After
provides training opportunities, and training institutions and credentialing
resume writing assistance and review, job completion, additional workshops aligned
information to help service members meet programs. Subject to individual plans, this
or career counseling, information on local with an individual’s post-transition plan
their post-military goals. Services include class may be required; prerequisite: TAP
employment possibilities, and education are offered. Prerequisite: Individualized
self-assessment tools, pre-separation workshop.
and volunteer opportunities. Call to Initial Counseling & Pre-Separation
register. counseling, benefits overview, job search Counseling.
training, resume review, career options,
MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM
Meet with a career counselor from
academic and educational guidance, and
more. Call to schedule an appointment or SURVIVOR BENEFITS
Workforce Solutions Alamo to learn about
sign up. JBSA-LAK • Command Bldg. 5616
employment opportunities for military (210) 671-3243, 671-3216, 671-3796
spouses. To schedule an appointment, call INDIVIDUALIZED INITIAL COUNSELING The Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) briefing
(210) 850-2152. Call for Schedule Details & Appointments. BOOTS TO BUSINESS
is required by law for all retiring service
Service members begin their transition June 1-2 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
members and their spouses no later than
process by completing a personal self- A 2-day entrepreneurial education
MILITARY SPOUSE VIRTUAL Q&A: 120 days prior to their approved retirement
assessment to identify post-transition track hosted by the Small Business
FREELANCE date. SBP Counselors make contact 180
goals and begin the development of their Administration discusses opportunities
June 5 2-2:45 p.m. days before the approved retirement
Individual Transition Plan (ITP). Those and challenges of business ownership.
Want more control over your professional date to ensure all service members are
separating or retiring from active-duty Review opportunities and challenges
life? Freelancing might be an attractive scheduled for this important briefing. Call
must complete this mandatory one-on- of business ownership; review steps
path. Explore the pros and cons of for details or to schedule an appointment.
one counseling no later than 365 days for evaluating business concepts;
freelance work, discover common foundational knowledge for developing
before their anticipated separation or
freelance careers, contract work, a business plan; information on SBA
retirement date. This is the first step of the
temporary contract work, and how to find resources available to help access
Transition process.
freelance opportunities. start-up capital; and additional technical
16 JBSA-LAK M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-LAK M&FRC 17JBSA-LACKLAND
QUARTERLY CASUALTY NOTIFICATION NAVIGATING EFMP preparedness through readiness support. Facilitated by the Texas Department of
JBSA-LACKLAND
OFFICER TRAINING June 25 Noon to 1:30 p.m. Call to register for a class. Family and Protective Services and M&FR.
July 10 10-11:30 a.m. Whether newly enrolled or curious Held at the Gateway Club, Bldg. 2490.*This
Review installation-specific training about the program, this class guides you ROLE REVERSAL: CARING FOR THOSE class may move to a virtual platform. Call
to assist with the difficult duties of in understanding the 3 arms of EFMP. WHO CARED FOR YOU to confirm.
delivering notifications to the Next Review the specific roles each section June 30 9-11:30 a.m.
of Kin. This training is required for all plays and how they can help your family. Learn about available resources to help
unit commanders, standby CNO’s, and
recommended for all FGOs. Held at MPF,
Learn who qualifies as an exceptional
family member, how to enroll or disenroll,
with care for an aging parent, both long-
distance or locally. Representatives from DEPLOYMENT READINESS
Bldg. 5616. benefits of the program, health care
coverage, Respite Care, dependent
the Alamo Area Council of Governments, JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
Bexar Area Agency on Aging, and M&FR
educational rights, and more. will provide information and tools to help
(210) 671-3722
make informed choices on information on Deployment Readiness helps service
humanitarian reassignments, secondary members and their families prepare
APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS PARENT for deployment through trainings and
RECORD OF EMERGENCY DATA TRAINING 101 dependency, cyber caregiving options,
DD Form 93, Record of Emergency Data, stress management, TRICARE for life, and support groups that assist with the unique
July 30 Noon to 1:30 p.m.
or RED - no matter how you refer to it, more. challenges of a deployment cycle.
Are you ready for a change? Guest
it’s a vital part of your military personnel speakers from the Clinical Services South
records. If the unthinkable happens, Texas Behavioral Institute use the science POST-DEPLOYMENT
casualty personnel will look for names
and addresses for notification. Updates
should be made at least annually and
of Applied Behavior Analysis to discover
why behaviors occur and what they mean.
Learn how to improve behaviors and skills
Bundles Babies REUNION & REINTEGRATION
Mondays (Not held July 6) 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Required for all service members
always upon life changes (new address, BUNDLES FOR BABIES returning from deployment; this training
one step at a time. July 17 8:15 a.m. to Noon
marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, and covers reintegration into home life and
Information is provided on financial
other changes in beneficiaries). It’s the provides resources to deal with associated
planning from conception to college,
service member’s responsibility to keep it stressors. Spouses are highly encouraged
current in vMPF. When was the last time
you updated yours? For more information
MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE support programs offered within the
community, and parenting skills. Active
to attend. Briefings are held on the second
floor of Logistics Readiness, Bldg. 5160.
call (210) 671-3796, 671-3243, 671-3216 or
email 802fss.fsrc@us.af.mil.
COUNSELORS (MFLC) duty expecting parents assigned to JBSA-
Lackland are encouraged to attend. At the
JBSA-LAK • Command Bldg. 5616 end of the class, patrons affiliated with the PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING
Tuesdays 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
(210) 984-1076 Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast
Guard will receive a gift, courtesy of the All service members scheduled to deploy,
Military & Family Life Counselors help TDY longer than 30 days, or go on a
Air Force Aid Society.
service members, their families, and remote assignment are required to attend.
significant others address issues from Briefings are held on the second floor of
deployment and reintegration, marriage FOUR LENSES Logistics Readiness, Bldg. 5160.
TEMPERAMENT DISCOVERY
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY and relationships, communication
challenges, stress and anxiety, depression, July 22 9-11:30 a.m.
MEMBER PROGRAM grief and loss, and other daily life issues.
Consultations are anonymous, with no
Learn to identify temperament styles and
how each one measures self-worth during
JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249 records kept. this interactive workshop. Expose attitudes
and probable motivation behind behavior
(210) 671-3722 while learning how to identify natural
EFMP is a mandatory enrollment program talents, improve communication, and
that works with military and civilian
agencies to provide comprehensive and PERSONAL & WORK LIFE embrace diversity. Held at the Gateway
Club, Bldg. 2490.
coordinated community support, housing, JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249
educational, medical, and personnel (210) 671-3722 ADOPTION & FOSTER CARE SEMINAR
services to active-duty personnel and Personal & Work Life collaborates July 30 9 a.m. to Noon
their family members. Call for more with many helping agencies to Review the adoption and foster care
information. provide education and promote family process, state and legal requirements,
benefits, DEERS enrollment, and more.
18 JBSA-LAK M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-LAK M&FRC 19VOLUNTEER SERVICES
JBSA-LACKLAND
JBSA-RANDOLPH
JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249 JBSA-RANDOLPH
(210) 671-3722
Volunteer Services provide volunteers ARMED FORCES
Modified Services &
with opportunities based on interest and
agency needs. Volunteers support the
military in a variety of capacities such
Operational Status
as coaches, office assistants, program
assistants, and more. Call to sign up or for
information.
FEDERAL VOTING Virtual Services & Appointments
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Service Members • Retirees • Teens
• Military Spouses • Gold Star Families •
To help mitigate possible resurgence of COVID-19, we’re continuing a
full menu of virtual services. As of June 1, 2020 the JBSA-M&FRC will
JBSA-LAK • M&FRC, Bldg. 1249 Reservists • Civilian DoD Employees
(210) 671-3723 begin modified in-person services in accordance with social distancing
What does Tricare for Life, In-State
The Federal Voting Assistance Program College Tuition for Military Spouses, precautions. Appointments are encouraged for face-to-face interactions.
(FVAP) provides services to Active Duty Standardized Military ID Cards, Military Some services may not be immediately available on a walk-in basis.
members, their families, and all eligible Spouse Preference for Federal Jobs,
voters with information and guidance on Paternity Leave for married soldiers,
the voting process. For more information, School Liaison Officers, and Video
email lackland.vote@us.af.mil. Surveillance at Child Development
Centers have in common?
UNIT VOTING ASSISTANCE OFFICER
They were all AFAP issues.
TRAINING
June 16 9-11:30 a.m. AFAP is a platform to voice ideas and
Appointed Unit Voting Assistance suggestions for improving the standards FACE COVERING KEEP 6 FT SOCIAL TEMPERATURE
of living within our military community. It REQUIRED DISTANCE CHECKS
Officers (UVAO) learn about their role and
responsibilities for assisting eligible voters. gives patrons an opportunity to identify
Register and request your ballot by critical issues and present them to senior Before planning a visit, call to confirm operational status.
Aug. 1, 2020 for the General Election. leadership for action and resolution.
Registration is highly encouraged as the status of our services may change. All
Issues and ideas can range from healthcare
benefits to childcare, recreation to education, registered participants will be notified of any schedule changes or cancellations.
employment to entitlements, and more.
Fort Sam Houston JBSA-Lackland JBSA-Randolph
Submit an issue!
(210) 221-2705 or 221-2418 (210) 671-3722 (210) 652-5321
usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx.mfrc@mail.mil 802fss.fsfr@us.af.mil Randolphmfrc@us.af.mil
A phased approach for reopening is expected and our operational status
go.usa.gov/x9m9d will continue to change based on information from public health officials
Scan the QR code and click
‘Submit an Issue’. and in alignment with national, state, city, and higher headquarters public
Be a part of this powerful process. health guidance. For up to date information regarding JBSA operations, visit
Volunteers are needed, call (210) 221-2705
or email usaf.jbsa.502-abw.mbx.afap@mail.mil www.jbsa.mil/coronavirus.
for more information.
20 JBSA-LAK M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-RAN M&FRC 21INFORMATION & REFERRAL civilian personnel. Contact your CSS to station. Explore finances to include
MILITARY SPOUSE
JBSA-RANDOLPH
JBSA-RANDOLPH
register. pay, entitlements, insurance, credit
JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693 management, Thrift Savings Plan, and LICENSURE REIMBURSEMENT
more.
(210) 652-5321 OFFICER/ENLISTED FIRST DUTY
Did You Know...
Information & Referral helps patrons STATION EQUAL OPPORTUNITY BRIEF
connect with the right resources to meet June 8, 22 & July 13, 27 1-2 p.m. DREAM BIG, PLAN NOW When you transfer your existing
their specific needs on JBSA or within the Officers and Enlisted service members June 25 8:30-10 a.m. professional license due to a PCS, you
local community. assigned to their first duty station are What does retirement look like for you? can be reimbursed up to $1000 for
required to receive an additional Equal This presentation is an active duty-focused
certification and relicensing costs.
Opportunity briefing after Newcomer’s approach to retirement planning. Topics
Orientation. include multiple sources of income as Is it for a qualified occupational license or
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE well as the Thrift Savings Plan. Empower
yourself with tools to project the potential
certification of the same profession from
your previous location?
JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693 SMOOTH MOVE value of your military retirement plan.
(210) 652-5321 RELOCATION Is the move a result of a PCS across U.S. state
Relocation Assistance offers an array of June 11 9-11 a.m. lines?
services to assist with a permanent change A mandatory briefing for E-4 and below
who are relocating for the first time Have you already paid for the exam and
of station (PCS). One-on-one appointments registration fees required by the state?
are available to provide information and all ranks PCS’ing overseas
that ensures your move is as smooth as for the first time; virtual MPF Open to military spouses from all branches of
possible. Visit Plan My Move at out-processing tasks may services.
planmymove.militaryonesource.mil and Military be cleared after completion.
Family members are DEVELOPING A SPENDING PLAN For reimbursement eligibility
Installations at installations.militaryonesource. July 14 9-10:30 a.m. and application details, visit
mil for more tips. welcome.
Establishing a financial plan is a crucial http://go.usa.gov/xyE34.
part of budgeting. Review the components
LOAN LOCKER of a spending plan, a financial planning MILITARY FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM
Tuesday-Thursday 8-11 a.m.
In need of a few items until your household FINANCIAL READINESS worksheet, and discuss tips for controlling
spending, SMART goals, and an ideal
Meet with a career counselor from
Workforce Solutions Alamo to learn about
goods arrive? Visit the Loan Locker to JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693 budget breakdown. employment opportunities for military
borrow basic items while your household (210) 652-5321 spouses. To schedule an appointment, call
(210) 850-2152.
goods are in transit. Please bring a copy of
your orders.
Personal Financial Readiness provides HOME SWEET HOME:
information and guidance to assist with HOME-BUYING STRATEGIES
financial matters. Services are designed July 23 10-11:30 a.m. SALARY NEGOTIATION
NEWLY ASSIGNED COMMANDERS & to address money management issues, Increase your home-buying knowledge by June 5 9-10:30 p.m.
FIRST SERGEANTS BRIEFING financial readiness education, budgeting, reviewing mortgage and VA loan options, Know your worth! Learn about individual
June 2 & July 7 8 a.m. to Noon and basic investment planning. how much you can afford, tips for choosing market value, skill sets, interviewing tactics,
Newly assigned Commanders, Command a real estate agent, and more. what to do once an offer is received, and
Chiefs, and First Sergeants: this mandatory participate in mock negotiation scenarios.
WISE INVESTMENT STRATEGY
briefing satisfies AFI requirements June 9 10-11:30 a.m.
while introducing key personnel from INTERVIEWING SKILLS
installation support agencies such as
Equal Opportunity (EO), Family Advocacy
This class discusses basic investment
tools and strategies to make your money EMPLOYMENT READINESS June 12 9-10:30 a.m.
Discover ways to prepare for a job
(FAP), Medical (HIPAA), Military & Family
work for you. M&FRC has partnered JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693 interview and make a lasting impression
with Broadway Bank to provide you with
Readiness, Sexual Assault Prevention the information you need to reach your (210) 652-5321 — review topics like attire, networking, and
Response (SAPR), and Legal. financial goals. Employment Assistance offers job search the importance of social media.
and referral services for employment
NEWCOMER’S ORIENTATION OFFICER FIRST DUTY STATION opportunities. Services include USAJOBS NAVIGATION & FEDERAL
June 8, 22 & July 13, 27 8 a.m. to Noon MANDATORY FINANCIAL BRIEFING employment and education information, RESUME WRITING
Mandatory in-processing for all newly June 23 9:30-11:30 a.m. volunteer opportunities, and assistance in June 25 & July 30 9-11 a.m.
assigned JBSA-Randolph military and Mandatory for 2d Lt., 1st Lt., and Capt. resume writing. Call to register. Learn how to create a federal resume and
assigned to their first permanent duty navigate the USAJOBS website.
22 JBSA-RAN M&FRC www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness www.jbsa.mil/Resources/Military-Family-Readiness JBSA-RAN M&FRC 23JBSA-RANDOLPH
BASIC RESUME WRITING separation counseling with their service CAREER SKILLS PROGRAM
JBSA-RANDOLPH
July 21 9:30-11 a.m. member. Prerequisite: Individualized Initial The JBSA CSP helps transitioning service
Don’t get frustrated over a resume – learn Counseling. members turn their military skills into
techniques that help with preparing a non- post-service careers by connecting them
federal resume. BOOTS TO BUSINESS with apprenticeships, internships, and
TAP WORKSHOP July 7-8 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 15-17 & July 20-22 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. certification trainings during thier final 180
A 2-day entrepreneurial education
This mandatory 3-day workshop days of active duty service. Opportunities
track hosted by the Small Business
are available with AACOG Law
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE
provides a standardized core curriculum. Administration discusses opportunities
Review common challenges, financial Enforcement Academy, Accenture, CPS
and challenges of business ownership.
PROGRAM (TAP) planning, and VA benefits to help Energy, the Exchange, Hiring Our Heroes
Review opportunities and challenges
service members depart career ready corporate fellowship and training, HOLT
of business ownership; review steps for
JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693 Facilitated by the Department of Labor, evaluating business concepts; foundational
CAT, Microsoft Systems Academy, Onward
to Opportunity, Rackspace, Southwest
Veterans Administration, and M&FR. After
(210) 652-5321 completion, additional workshops aligned
knowledge for developing a business plan;
Research Institute, United Health Group,
TAP is a mandatory program for all service information on SBA resources available to
with an individual’s post-transition plan and Veterans Affairs. Service members may
members separating or retiring out of the help access start-up capital; and additional
are offered. Prerequisite: Pre-Separation seek independent opportunities. For more
military and must begin no later than 365 technical assistance. Register online at
Counseling. information, call (210) 221-1672 or email usaf.
days prior to their transition. The program https://sbavets.force.com. Subject to individual
jbsa.502-abw.mbx.career-skills-program@mail.mil.
provides training opportunities, and plans, this class may be required;
information to help service members meet VA VET CENTERS prerequisite: TAP workshop.
June 18 11 a.m. to Noon
their post-military goals. Services include
self-assessment tools, pre-separation
counseling, benefits overview, job search
Learn how to connect with local Vet
Centers and how service members,
DOL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP
July 16-17 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
CASUALTY ASSISTANCE
training, resume review, career options,
academic and educational guidance, and
Veterans, and loves ones can use Vet
Centers as a free resource.
A 2-day workshop hosted by the
Department of Labor provides information
& SURVIVOR BENEFITS
more. Call to schedule an appointment or to say current in a competitive job market JBSA-RAN • M&FRC, Bldg. 693
sign up. MANAGING YOUR EDUCATION by reviewing emerging technology for (210) 652-2104 or 652-3633
June 24-25 & July 15-16 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. networking and searching for employment. The Casualty Assistance Representatives
This 2-day track helps service members Learn how to build an effective resume provide dignified and humane casualty
INDIVIDUALIZED INITIAL COUNSELING achieve academic success by reviewing
Call for Schedule Details & Appointments. and brush up on up on interviewing skills. notification, efficient, thorough reporting,
credit transfers, researching schools, Subject to individual plans, this class may and compassionate follow-up assistance
Service members begin their transition
exploring financial aid assistance, be required; prerequisite: TAP workshop. to the next-of-kin of fallen active-duty
process by completing a personal self-
providing vocational education counseling, Air Force members. Additional services
assessment to identify post-transition
and more. Call (210) 652-5964 for include assistance with the processing
goals and begin the development of their
registration. Subject to individual plans, this
VA COMMUNITY RELATIONS
Individual Transition Plan (ITP). Those July 17 11 a.m. to Noon of Family Servicemembers’ Group Life
class may be required; prerequisite: TAP Learn how to identify local services and Insurance (FSGLI), Traumatic Injury
separating or retiring from active-duty
workshop. community organizations that can provide Protection Program (TSGLI), Emergency
must complete this mandatory one-on-one
counseling no later than 365 days before assistance and aid to service members Family Member Travel Program (EFMT)
their anticipated separation or retirement VA BENEFITS & SERVICES and their loved ones. and the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). Call
date. Call to schedule an appointment. June 26 & July 31 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for details or to schedule an appointment.
Those exempt from the mandatory 3-day
TAP workshop must attend a Veterans
DOL VOCATIONAL TRAINING WORKSHOP
PRE-SEPARATION COUNSELING July 23-24 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Administration stand-alone workshop. Gain A 2-day workshop hosted by the RECORD OF EMERGENCY DATA (RED)
June 3, 10, 24 & July 8, 15, 29 Noon to 3:30 p.m.
a better understanding of VA benefits and Department of Labor guides those RED is one of the most critical forms in
This is the second step of the formal
programs. Critical areas covered include pursuing career technical training. Discuss your military personnel record - When
transition process. Pre-Separation
disability benefits, education and economic different vocational fields and identify was the last time you updated yours?
Counseling, just like Initial Counseling,
support, home loans, and healthcare skills needed to develop an action plan for Updates should be made at least annually
must start no later than 365 days
options. Prerequisite: Individualized Initial achieving career goals. Review accredited and always upon life changes (marriages,
before your transition date. Review
Counseling & Pre-Separation Counseling. training institutions and credentialing divorce, birth, changes of beneficiaries, and
by-law information to include benefits,
entitlements, and resources for eligible programs. Subject to individual plans, this addresses). It’s your responsibility to keep
transitioning service members. Caregivers class may be required; prerequisite: TAP it current in vMPF. For more information,
and spouses are encouraged to attend pre- workshop. call (210) 652-2104 or 652-3633.
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