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UPDATE
September 18, 2011
GREAT OPPORTUNITIES
1. Geocaching Adventure Sunday, Sep 18, 2011 Check out the high-tech game of hide-and-seek
known as geocaching Sunday, Sept. 18. You’ll learn the basics of a GPS at Lewis North and
then spend the rest of the day finding local caches. Trip fee includes instruction, equipment
and transportation. ($35; children 12 and younger: $10) Family-friendly Preregistration is
required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice. Register through
WebTrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest
Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up locations are the NAC and McChord Field’s
Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit
functions.
2. Whitewater Raft the Tieton River Sunday, Sep 18, 2011 when most other rivers in the Pacific
Northwest have run out of water, the Tieton River doesn’t disappoint. The yearly release of
water from Rimrock Lake each September turns the Tieton River into a big wave, class III+
roller coaster, so end the rafting season with a splash Sunday, Sept. 18! With steep gradient
and guaranteed water, a Tieton River trip offers nonstop action from start to finish. Barbecue
dinner included. Minimum age: 10. ($95) Family-friendly Preregistration is required for all
trips; prices and schedule subject to change without notice. Register through WebTrac at
https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html or at the Northwest Adventure Center
at Lewis North. Trip pick up locations are the NAC and McChord Field’s Adventures
Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll visit FRG meetings or unit functions.
3. Bike the Carbon River Trail Saturday, Sep 24, 2011 Bike through the rainforest of Mount
Rainier National Park following the Carbon River five miles toward Carbon Glacier. Parts of
Carbon River Road were washed out in the November 2006 floods, and bicyclists now share
the road with pedestrians (the road is closed to motor vehicle traffic). Join us Saturday, Sept.
24. ($40) Preregistration is required for all trips; prices and schedule subject to change without
notice. Register through WebTrac at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/jblmrectrac.html
or at the Northwest Adventure Center at Lewis North. Trip pick up locations are the NAC and
McChord Field’s Adventures Unlimited. Group rates/private trips available. We’ll visit FRG
meetings or unit functions.
4. Visit Mount St. Helens Saturday, Sep 24, 2011 Enjoy an exciting day of hiking down to Spirit
Lake, which sits at the bottom of the volcano. The Harmony Falls Trail doesn’t live true to its
name—the trees lie parallel to each other like matches in a matchbook and the shoreline is still
covered in a gritty ash from the 1980 explosion. Head to Mount St. Helens Saturday, Sept. 24.
Difficulty: easy; distance: two miles; elevation gain: 700 feet; time: 2.5 hours. Minimum age: 12
($45) Family-friendly Enjoy an exciting day of hiking down to Spirit Lake, which sits at the
bottom of the volcano. The Harmony Falls Trail doesn’t live true to its name—the trees lie
parallel to each other like matches in a matchbook and the shoreline is still covered in a gritty
ash from the 1980 explosion. Head to Mount St. Helens Saturdays, Sept. 24 or Oct. 8.
Difficulty: easy; distance: two miles; elevation gain: 700 feet; time: 2.5 hours. Minimum age: 12
($45)
5. Wood cutting permits on Joint Base Lewis-McChord are by permit only. Contact Forest
Resources at 964-2100 or 964-2101.
6. Community Café is a quick way for spouses new to the military to make friends and get
information about services at JBLM McChord Field. This fun round-table event held at the
Escape Zone, Building 841, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will give you tools for a seamless transition
into the military. Experts from a wide range of fields will be available for open question and
answers. Call the A&FRC at 982-2695 to register. Onsite child care and lunch is available.
7. Operation Rising Star - Dates: Sept. 22 ( Theme Nights), Sept. 29 (Final), Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Cascade Community Center, Contact Information: 253-967-2539, Details
8. ONE DAY TEXAS HOLD'EM TOURNAMENT. WHEN: September, 24th 2011
WHERE: Heritage Room, McChord Field Club Time: Doors open at 1 pm Playing begins at
1:30 pm Prizes include: $300.00, $100.00 and $75.00 dollar gift card. $15 buy-in. We will
offer a light buffet and cash bar. For more information call the Community Center at 253-982-
0718 / 0719. Info
COMMUNITY EVENTS
1. "With National Preparedness Month in full swing it is important to understand the process of
preparedness; Get a kit, Make a plan, be informed. The first is to get a kit, this kit needs to
include enough supplies to last the recommended three days. Consider medical needs, pets,
young kids, the kit should have food, water, first aid supplies, medicine and important
documents. Next, make a plan that your family can easily remember and follow in a disaster.
The recent Earthquake in Virginia shows how in the event of wide spread disasters how the
communications network may not be able to cope with the load. Your family's ability to
execute the emergency plan may lessen the dependency on a struggling network. Make a few
plans that may cover multiple situations, there is no one size fits all plan but if you make too
many plans then everyone may not follow the same one. Practice the plans as they become
relevant, there is not much need to practice wild fire evacuation in December.
The last step is to be informed, resources like the American Red Cross, local government and
the base emergency management office can provide area specific information on locally
evaluated threats. A final resource that all soldiers and their families should be aware of and
comfortable with is the Army Disaster Personnel Accountability and Assessment System
(ADPAAS) program. This program is a link between your unit and you in the event of a
disaster. You can report your current location and also request assistance if your affected by a
disaster. It is access able from public computers and if you need someone to access it remotely
for you they can. http://www.acsim.army.mil/readyarmy/ra_adpaas.htm.
2. There are several disasters that are classified as Major Incidents. Aircraft crashes, biological
incidents, food and agriculture incident, hostage taking, mass evacuation and shelter, terrorism
incident with law enforcement and investigation, and catastrophic incidents. A biological (and
chemical) incident are much the same in nature and steps for protection, in the event of an
incident if you think you may be in the affected areas it is best to stay indoors where air is
filtered, close all windows and prepare to shelter in place. If you are outside make your way to
clean air, indoors or an area identified by emergency personnel. If you're affected
decontaminate yourself first before assisting others, and get seen by medical professionals at
the scene.
Mass evacuation from JBLM and the surrounding areas may have as much as 72 hours notice
prior to evacuation. The best plan to prepare for an evacuation is to know the local evacuation
route and to have an alternate route in mind. If personal transportation is not adequate plan
ahead on what local plans have for transportation support. Plan to take enough supplies to last
a minimum of three days.
For terrorist activities there can be little to no warning as seen 10 years ago, however knowing
what is in the local area that could be targets of terrorist activities and how the government will
respond will assist with your preparedness. Just like chemical attacks or other Major Incidents
the decision to either shelter in place or evacuate may be decided and enforced to safeguard
the public.
Where to Find Additional Information:
-Ready Army- www.ready.army.mil
-American Red Cross www.redcross.org
-Centers for Disease Control and Prevention- www.bt.cdc.gov/firesafety/
-Department of Homeland Security- www.ready.gov./america/beinformed/wildfires.html
-Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)- www.fema.gov/hazard/wildfire/index.shtm
3. RECYCLE YOUR CANS AND WIN UNIT FUNDS: Through 31 OCT units can take their
cans to the JBLM-Main recycle center to participate in the Aluminum Can Challenge. Recycle
center is located behind the JBLM-Main commissary. Units are categorized as small, medium,
and large. First, second and third prizes can be won by each category. 1st prize = $500, 2nd
prize = $300, and 3rd prize = $200. Most Consistent Recycler of the Year will be awarded $600
for their unit fund. And, for the first time ever, Directorates can compete for $300 of activities
from Northwest Adventure Center. Units must have a unit fund account with DFMWR and
must also provide a unit POC with Miriam Easley at (IMWE-JLM-PWE/966-1734).
4. FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (FRC): The calendar opens for holiday party reservations
on 3 Oct 11. The doors open at 0700 and numbers will be given out. Each person will be given
only one number and may only make one reservation. Reservations begin at 0900. Holiday
parties will be available daily during December. The times available are as follows: 1000-1400;
1400-1800; or 1800-2200. Please have a couple of days/times in mind in case your first choice
is not available. The maximum occupancy for the FRC is 125 persons. The FRC is located in
Building 4274, on the corner of Idaho Street and 9th Division. No reservations will be made
over the phone. For further information call (IMWE-LEW-MWA/967-9496).
5. TOBACCO CESSATION: Join the growing number of ex-tobacco users on Joint Base
Lewis-McChord. Call TRICARE at 1-800-404-4506 for a cessation appointment. Also, check
out the free cessation counseling, quit tools and promotional materials at "Make Everyone
Proud. Quit Tobacco" www.ucanquit2.org YOU CAN DO THIS - You can be tobacco-free!
POC: Cynthia Hawthorne, RN-BC, APHN, Madigan Army Public Health Nursing (MCHJ-
CLY-P/968-4382).
6. 2011 Fire Safety Fair, FREE! Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. MWR Fest tent. Free food,
games & fire safety information.
7. REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY ON TWITTER OR FACEBOOK: The JBLM Force
Protection Division is announcing a new way to report suspicious activity around JBLM. To
report on twitter you can find us at twitter@JBLMFPDivision. On Facebook find us at Joint
Base Lewis-McChord Force Protection Division. Either method will ensure your messages are
forwarded to the Force Protection Division. Help us make JBLM a safe place to work and live.
See Something, Say Something. POC is Mr. Dan Vessels. He can be reached by contacting the
Force Protection Division at (IMWE-LEW-ES-FP/966-7319).
8. Loan Closet Household goods have not yet arrived? Come on in for a variety of available
items. For more information, call 253-967-3545.
9. Military and Family Life Consultants are licensed professionals who provide situational,
problem-solving consultations anonymously and confidentially. No written records are kept,
and it is free to military and family members. They also work hand-in-hand with existing
services to provide consulting, education and training support on topics such as: Combat stress
and coping strategies; emotional cycle of deployment and reintegration; communication;
relationship issues and re-establishing intimacy; anger management/conflict resolution;
parenting skills; children's reaction to deployment and reunion. Five consultants are available
on-post at(253)495-8425/2621 and off-post and at (253) 320-1707. Offices are in Building
2166. In addition, two consultants work with Child, Youth and School Services and can be
reached at (253) 677-3883. McChord personnel should call (253) 304-8401.
10. Every month the Fisher House has a new wish list that includes the top 3 and other currently
needed items for the house. If you are interested in donating any of these items please contact
the Fisher House to set up a drop off time. Thank you for your support!
September 2011 (current as of Sept. 1) Big Item Wish list (Current as of Sept. 1)
Current “Top 3″ Needs:
o Snack Foods
o Laundry Soap (HE only)/Fabric Softener (HE only)
o Garbage Bags
KIDS
1. Piano Lessons Sat, September 24, 2:30pm – 6:00pm Wednesdays,
Thursdays or Saturdays from 2:30 to 6 p.m. for ages 5 – 18 yrs.
Cost: $48 (four classes per month) Individual practice/lessons
provided by qualified piano instructor. Classes are 30-minute
sessions offered four times per month. For more information, call
Mr. Reid at 253-535-1597. Register on Webtrac at
JBLMmwr.com. You can also register at Parent Central Services
Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main or Parent Central Services Annex at
McChord Field. For specific class information please contact the
class instructor. PLEASE REGISTER BY THE FOURTH
FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S
CLASSES. For more information or directions visit
JBLMmwr.com.
2. Playmorning Fri, September 23, 10:00am – 11:30am at Raindrops and Rainbows, Bldg. 8197,
JBLM-Lewis North, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for Playmorning. Bring your children 6 yrs. and
under to play, and meet other JBLM Lewis-McChord moms and dads. For more information
call 253-967-7409.
3. Boxing Mon, September 19, 3:30pm – 5:00pm at the Teen Zone. Time: Monday through
Thursday from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Ages: 8 – 18 yrs. Cost:$65 per four-week month. Learn
leadership skills at the SKIES Unlimited Olympic-style boxing academy. For more
information, call USA Boxing Instructor Lydell Spry at 360-250-3598 or e-mail
spry.lydell@comcast.net.
4. Fencing Tue, September 20, 4pm – 5pm at McChord Youth Center (map) Tuesdays,
Wednesdays or Thursdays from 4 to 5 p.m. for ages 7 – 17 yrs. Cost: $46 (four classes per
month) Fencing imparts fitness, confidence, and creative problem solving. No experience is
needed. Class is taught by a trained fencing coach. For more information, call Andrew Glynn
at 253-581-6515 or e-mail: info@tacomafencing.com Register on Webtrac at JBLMmwr.com.
You can also register at Parent Central Services Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main or Parent Central
Services Annex at McChord Field. For specific class information please contact the class
instructor. PLEASE REGISTER BY THE FOURTH FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FOR
THE NEXT MONTH’S CLASSES. For more information or directions visit JBLMmwr.com
5. Upper Elementary Art Thu, September 22, 3:30pm – 4:30pm This class introduces students
to several different art forms, including: abstract painting, printmaking, and creating a
storyboard. Cost: $40. Ages: 9 - 12 yrs. Location: Hillside Skies, Bldg. #6398 Garcia Blvd. in
the Hillside Housing at Lewis Main. Art room Instructor: Laura Ospital. Laura Ospital has
worked as a photographer, painter, art teacher and is currently participating in the Tacoma
Arts Commission Murals Project. Contact her at lospitalart@yahoo.com. Register on Webtrac
at JBLMmwr.com. You can also register at Parent Central Services Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main
or Parent Central Services Annex at McChord Field. For specific class information please
contact the class instructor. PLEASE REGISTER BY THE FOURTH FRIDAY OF EACH
MONTH FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S CLASSES. For more information or directions visit
JBLMmwr.com.
6. Dance Saturday, Sep 24, 2011 Tuesdays (McChord) Mini Hip-Hop (TBA)/3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $40.00 Hip Hop 1 (8 - 11 yrs.)/4:40 - 5:40 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Hip-Hop 2 (12 - 16
yrs.)/5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Wednesdays (McChord) Pre-Ballet & Jazz(3 - 6 yrs.)/3:35 -
4:20 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Ballet (6 - 16 yrs.)/4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Jazz (6 - 16 yrs.)/5:40 -
6:40 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Thursdays (McChord) Ballet(3 - 6 yrs.)/ 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Cost: $40.00
Ballet(6 - 16 yrs.)/4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Saturday (McChord) Ballet (3 - 6 yrs.)/11:35
a.m. - 12:20 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Pre-Ballet and Jazz (3 - 6 yrs.)/12:35 - 1:20 p.m. Cost: $40.00
Jazz/Hip Hop (6 - 16 yrs.)/2 - 3 p.m. Cost: $40.00 Classes taught by Danielle Baimbridge, a
professional dancer for over 18 years. Danielle joins us with a long list of prestigious dance
experience, both in training and performance venues, and a long history of teaching dance for
children and youth. For more information contact her at daniellebaimbridge@gmail.com.
(Class tuition based on four classes per month.) Register on Webtrac at JBLMmwr.com. You
can also register at Parent Central Services Bldg. 2295 at Lewis Main or Parent Central
Services Annex at McChord Field. For specific class information please contact the class
instructor. PLEASE REGISTER BY THE FOURTH FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FOR
THE NEXT MONTH’S CLASSES. For more information or directions visit JBLMmwr.com.
7. As an Army program, SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy offers instruction in the Schools of
Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills. Inspiring classes–ranging from computers,
SAT Prep, science, art, dance, gymnastics, boxing, karate, theater, fencing and piano, the
SKIESUnlimited Youth Academy is always adding classes–let your children explore new skills,
cultivate personal interests, establish connections and bolster college applications. For
registration information, call 253-966-CYSS (2977). Sign up on Webtrac for the next session!
8. Follow link for the Fall 2011 sports calendar for CYSS.
http://www.jblmmwr.com/pdf/cyss/sports/CYSS%20Sports%20Calendar%20FALL%20FY11%
20flyer.pdf
9. Teens ages 13–15 are invited to get fit for free at a JBLM sports and fitness center. Available at
Wilson Sports and Fitness Center at Lewis North, teens will work out under the supervision of
a CYS Services youth trainer. An initial evaluation is required, and a parent/guardian must be
present. Teens must be registered with CYS Services to participate. Work out Monday
through Friday 3–7 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
10. Pierce County Resource & Referral Child Care Services Families interested in obtaining
information about childcare services in their off-base area visit Parent Central Services
(Building 2295 at Lewis Main - 253-966–CYSS (2977) or Building 100 at McChord Field -
253-982–1001) to fill out a waitlist form, or email. The staff will fax a referral form to Pierce or
Thurston counties, and the agency will be in contact with families within 24-48 hours with a list
of childcare options in their area.
EFMP EVENTS AND RESOURCES
1. EFMP Enrollments/Updates: EFMP enrollment (Air Force and Army) must be updated every
3 years, or as the condition changes (whichever comes first). DD Forms 2792 (medical) or
2792-1 (educational) are needed to enroll, update and disenrollment of an Exceptional Family
Member. For more info about Army EFMP enrollment dates, forms
or process, contact Madigan EFMP: 253-968-0254 or 253-968-1370;
for more information about Air Force EFMP enrollment and
screening, contact the 62nd Medical Clinic at 253-968-3350.
Enrollment forms also available on the ACS EFMP website:
http://www.jblmmwr.com/acs_efmp.html.
2. 23 September Educational Advocacy Workshop: Thank you to
those who attended the Educational Advocacy Workshop on Aug 26;
the turn out exceeded our expectations! Those who participated
commented that this workshop was helpful and provided invaluable information. As the new
school year commences, we are hosting another Educational Advocacy Workshop for those
who were unable to attend or for those who did attend and would like to hear the information
again. The workshop will be held on Sept 23rd from 0830-1200 in ACS Classroom in Waller
Hall. For more information and to register, please contact Cheryl Hoyson at 253-967-5795 or
cheryl.hoyson1@us.army.mil.
3. Did you miss the JBLM EFMP newsletter? You can access it on-line at
http://www.jblmmwr.com/pdf/acs/efmp/EFMP%20Sept%2011.pdf. If you would like to join
our EFMP e-mail distribution list, please contact Nancy Dozier at nancy.dozier@us.army.mil.
4. Are you PCSing and looking for EFMP contacts at your next duty station? Use Military
Homefront to find EFMP contacts and more! The following link will take you directly the
EFMP/Special Needs page and allow you to navigate to find contacts from additional links on
the page: http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/portal/page/mhf/MHF/MHF
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TRAINING and EDUCATION
1. Tuesday Topics: Relationship Workshop Series. EMOTIONAL COMPETENCY. The best
tool for anger management /conflict resolution and emotional closeness. Do you avoid or
deny the way you feel? Do you tell everybody you are "fine" when you are not? Do you over or
under react? Do you push each other's buttons? Understand your emotions. Be able to watch
and label them. Increase positive emotional experience. Develop coping skills so your
emotions are in your control and not controlling you. September 20, 2:00 pm to 3:30 p.m.,
Tupa Conf Rm in Madigan Annex. No pre-registration or sign-in. For information or
directions call 253-968-4843, CAFAC (FAME Clinic). Facilitators: Patsy Randahl, LMFT,
253-968-4518 and Kathy Howell, LMFT, 253-968-4550.
2. Tuesday Topics: Relationship Workshop Series. WHAT DOES MY FAMILY HAVE TO
DO WITH US? A look at Family history and gender roles. Does your past effect your
present? How our childhood families affect beliefs, values, expectations and the partners we
pick. Understanding the role of attachment in childhood and adulthood. Building your family
genogram to map your relationship patterns. September 27, 2:00 pm to 3:30 p.m., Tupa Conf
Rm in Madigan Annex. No pre-registration or sign-in. For information or directions call 253-
968-4843 CAFAC (FAME Clinic). Facilitators: Patsy Randahl, LMFT, 253-968-4518 and
Kathy Howell, LMFT, 253-968-4550.
3. JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD HSO HOME BUYING WORKSHOP: HSO is
conducting another home buying workshop on 13 & 14-Sep 2011 from 1800 to 2100 on Lewis
Main. This workshop will be held at the stone education Center (BLDG #6242, 1st floor). The
workshop is designed for active duty Service Members and spouses and prior service
personnel with VA loan eligibility who are interested in buying a home. This workshop is co-
sponsored by the Washington State Housing Finance Commission using their certified
instructors. Please call Sheila at 967-5334 or Mike at 967-5165 to reserve a space for Lewis
Main or just come. For more information contact (IMWE-JLM-PWH/967-5165).
4. Homeschooling 101 Tue, September 20, 3:30pm – 3:30pm at the McChord Library (map)
Learn what you need to know to home school in Washington State on Tuesday, September 20
at 3:30 p.m. at McChord Library. Class will be instructed by the Washington Home School
Organization. For more information call 253-982-3454.
5. CCME scholarships The Council of College and Military Educators is accepting applications
for 10 $1000 scholarships to award; five for active duty and five for military spouses. The
deadline for scholarship applications to be received is Thursday. The link
http://www.ccmeonline.org/scholarships.aspx provides all of the eligibility requirements and
links to the applications. This is a great opportunity for some of our Soldiers and their spouses
to be assisted financially. The school must be a member of CCME. Letters of
recommendation are required.
6. JBLM Domestic Violence Conference, October 20th: The Family Advocacy Program will be
hosting a Domestic Violence Conference at 4 Chaplains Memorial Chapel on October 20th.
The conference will begin at 0800 with a light breakfast and registration. The key speaker for
this conference is Mark Wynn (markwynn.com). Mark Wynn is a national trainer to police
executives, patrol officers, training officers, prosecutors, judges, legislators, social service
providers, healthcare professionals and victim advocates. He is a key creator of the largest
police domestic violence investigative unit in the United States. The conference is free and
lunch will be provided for those that pre-register. To pre-register, and for further information,
please call 967-5940/5901.
AAFES
JB Lewis-McChord Movie Schedule
PH (253) 967-4329 *recording
PH (253) 967-5976
Reel Time JB Lewis-McChord Exchange
SUN Sep 18 - 1400 Cowboys and Aliens (PG-13)
1900 The Change-Up (R)
--Remainder of week not published.
FREE MOVIES- the Theater at McChord Field has free weekend movies. Call 253-982-5836 for
schedule.
18 SEPT 4pm THE TIGGER MOVIE G
24 SEPT 4pm WINNIE THE POOH G
24 SEPT 7pm TRANSFORMERS: DARK OF R
25 SEPT 4pm STUART LITTLE1 PG
01 OCT 4pm GREEN LANTERN PG-13
01 OCT 7pm CAPTAIN AMERICA PG-13
02 OCT 4pm STARGATE PG-13
08 OCT 4pm HORRIBLE BOSSES R
08 OCT 7pm HARRY POTTER/DEATHLY HALLOWS 2 PG-13
09 OCT 4pm STAND BY ME R
15 OCT 4pm CARS 2 G
15 OCT 7pm THE HANGOVER, PART TWO R
16 OCT 4pm THE THREE CABALLEROS G
COMMISSARY/ EXCHANGE
1. LOOK OUT FOR THE UPCOMING CASE LOT SALES!!! SEPTEMBER 03, 2011.
2. McChord Field case lot sale September 14-17, 2011.
FINANCIAL READINESS
Location: Waller Hall, Room 400, 2140 Liggett Avenue
Hours of Operation: 0700 – 1630, Monday - Friday
OPEN all DONSA days, closed Federal Holidays
Services Available: Confidential one-on-one counseling for Service Members and their spouses
(budgeting, debt management, credit counseling, investment education, general financial planning),
Personal financial management classes, Army Emergency Relief (AER). All services are free of
charge.
Appointment Line: Call 253/967-7166 to make an appointment with a Financial Counselor or to
register for a class.
Program Manager: Curtis Littlegreen, CFA, CFP®, 253/967-3525, curtis.littlegreen@us.army.mil
Classes at Lewis Main, please call 253/967-7166 to register
9/20 Banking & Checking* 1330 – 1430 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/20 Using Credit Wisely* 1430 – 1530 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/21 Investing for Retirement 1300 – 1430 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/22 Home Buying Workshop 1300 – 1430 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/27 Getting Insurance* 1330 – 1430 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/27 Saving & Investing* 1430 – 1530 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/29 Money & Divorce 1330 – 1530 Waller Hall, Room 400
9/29 Youth Class (High School) 1730 – 1900 Waller Hall, Room 400
Classes at McChord Field, please call 253/982-2695 to register
9/20 Understanding Money & Credit 0900 – 1030 Bldg 552 Conf Room
9/22 Ready to Rent 1000 – 1130 Bldg 552 Conf Room
9/23 Car Buying 1300 – 1430 Bldg 552 Conf Room
9/26 Getting Insurance 0900 – 1030 Bldg 552 Conf Room
9/27 Lifecycle Financial Planning 1330 – 1500 Bldg 552 Conf Room
9/30 The TSP & Other Ret Svgs Accts 1330 – 1500 Bldg 552 Conf Room
MADIGAN NEWS
1. This week is Suicide Prevention Week. Do you know the warning signs, and where to turn for
help? TriWest can lend a hand: http://bit.ly/TriWestBH.
2. There will be no Madigan Autism Coalition Meeting on Wednesday, September 14th.
It has been rescheduled to September 19th and will resume its normal date in October. The
normal meeting night is the second Wednesday night of the month from 5:30 to 7pm in the
ACS classroom in Waller Hall. This group is a working team of medical and education
professionals, and parents of children with autism. Our purpose is to generate ideas and work
to improve service delivery for our families who live with someone with autism. It is not
conducive to have children at this group. If you have questions about this group, please call
253-967-9705 and leave me a message or email nancy.dozier@us.army.mil.
3. Flu season is approaching. Detailed options for when and where to get the flu will be available
soon from the Madigan Healthcare System and TRIWest. In the mean time it is
recommended that those considered high risk speak with their Primary Care Manager to get
the vaccine now.
The vaccine is safe and effective and those in high risk groups should receive a influenza
vaccination to protect themselves and those around them from the flu. The Advisory
Committee on Immunization Practices identifies the following groups as "high risk."
* all persons aged 6 months or older receive an annual seasonal influenza vaccine
* all children from 6 months through 4 years (59 months)
* anyone 50 years of age or older
* anyone who has chronic pulmonary, cardiovascular, renal, hepatic, neurologic,
hematologic or metabolic disorders
* women who are or will be pregnant during influenza season.
* anyone with a weakened immune system
* anyone 6 months through 18 years of age on long-term aspirin treatment
* persons morbidly obese (BMI≥ 40)
* household contacts and caregivers of children from birth up to 5 years of age and people
50 years and older
* anyone who lives with or cares for people with medical conditions that put them at higher
risk for influenza-related complications
In addition to those considered high risk, the Center for Disease Control give the following
guidance regarding vaccination:
* Healthy children aged 2 to 18 years can receive either intranasal or injectable vaccine.
* Children aged 6 to 23 months, and those aged 2 to 4 years who have evidence of asthma
wheezing or who have medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza
complications should receive injectable vaccine.
* Additionally the ACIP has recommended that children aged 6 months through 8 years of
age whose vaccination status is unknown or who have never received seasonal influenza
vaccine before should receive 2 doses of a 2011-2012 seasonal influenza vaccine
separated by at least 4 weeks.
Vaccination is the most effective defense against infection from the influenza virus and its
complications.
OTHER TIPS
1. Teenagers and Deployment Here are some ways to help your teenager cope with pre-
deployment stress:
a. Have a family discussion about how the deployment will affect each family member left
at home. Topics like these may be especially important for your teenager:
i. What will my responsibilities be?
ii. How will I get to after-school activities?
iii. Will we have enough money?
iv. Can I still drive the car?
v. How will I talk to you while you're gone?
vi. What do we do if there's an emergency?
vii. What if I don't like the changes?
b. What will happen to us if something happens to you?
c. Encourage your teenager to share her feelings with you. In the weeks before
deployment, the service member will be spending more and more time on preparations
for deployment. It's important for your teenager to know her concerns are being heard.
d. Plan some time for your teenager to spend alone with the deploying parent. This could
be a scheduled event or just some downtime together, relaxing and having fun. Let your
teenager suggest some activities.
e. Develop a relationship with your teenager's school counselors and teachers. Let them
know about the deployment so they can watch for signs that your son or daughter may
be struggling.
f. Your Family Support Center can give you information and support on many issues that
affect service members and their families. And Military OneSource, a free 24/7 service
from DoD, available to all active-duty, Guard, and Reserve members and their families,
provides information and referrals plus face-to-face counseling. Call 1-800-342-9647 or
access the Military OneSource website.
2. How Spouses Are Overcoming Licensing and Credentialing Barriers According to officials at
the Department of Defense State Liaison Office (DSLO), state licensing and professional
credentialing requirements oftentimes limit employment and career opportunities for
frequently relocating military spouses and separating or retiring service members. To help
spouses and veterans overcome these barriers, DSLO has been working with state government
officials across the nation to raise awareness for the need to develop and share best practices
which offer alternative certification and credentialing options and streamlined licensing
procedures to support the unique needs of military personnel and their spouses. Although we
still have a long way to go, much progress has been made. Currently, there are ten states (and
four more with bills filed) that offer an alternative solution to meeting state licensing and
credentialing requirements: Map of States Who Alleviate Licensure Barrier For Spouses.
a. License By Endorsement — Allows a state board or regulator to recognize professional
credentials granted by another state.
i. This works well for military spouses who have an active license or credential.
ii. Spouses who live in overseas or remote locations may still have difficulty
seeking and maintaining current work experience. Employment gaps can lead
to expired credentials.
iii. Use the link to the map (above) to find out if your state allows alternative ways
for spouses to demonstrate professional competency rather than recent work
experience (e.g., supervision or continuing education units [CEUs]).
b. Temporary or Provisional Licenses — Beneficial to spouses who are working towards
getting a professional license or credential (e.g., those who are preparing to take a state
administered exam or trying to meet residency or other unique state requirements).
i. This works well for military spouses who are not yet fully licensed in another
state or who have an expired license.
ii. Use the link to the map (above) to find states that offer temporary or
provisional licenses to help spouses gain employment while they are working to
satisfy requirements at their new duty location.
c. Expedited Procedures — Allows applicants for licenses and credentials to obtain an
endorsed, temporary or provisional license based on information they provide in their
license or credentials application package.
i. Boards check applicant credentials from other states after they grant new state
licenses. Boards will discipline applicants if there are discrepancies in the
application package.
Need education financial assistance to acquire a portal career license or credential? Visit the
MyCAA web portal here to see if you are eligible, or call a Spouse Career Center consultant
from Military OneSource at (800) 342-9647 for assistance.
CLOSURES AND CONSTRUCTION
1. Roy Bridge Drivers who use the Roy Gate of JBLM should be mindful of an upcoming road
closure where North Warren Street crosses Muck Creek at the Roy Bridge. Pierce County
construction crews are rebuilding the existing bridge, and expect the road to be closed for
about four months. The new bridge will have two lanes with paved shoulders and pre-stressed
concrete girders. Construction will begin as soon as the water in the creek recedes. For more
information, call Henry Gertje at 798-6826.
2. Pendleton Avenue Construction to upgrade the road substructure under Pendleton Avenue
near the Town Center on JBLM Lewis Main will be completed in a few months. Pendleton
between 8th and 12th streets will be closed daily for construction from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. Access
to offices and other buildings will be maintained. Traffic will be detoured to Liggett Avenue
during construction hours. Officials are working to mitigate noise impact to Town Center
residents. This is the first of several major construction projects on two miles of Pendleton
Avenue during the next 18 months, as crews widen the road and upgrade communication,
power and water lines underneath. The widened avenue will result in better traffic flow,
parking and facility access, creating a friendlier environment for bikes and pedestrians. For
more information, visit the Pendleton Avenue website at www.jblmpendleton.com.
More information about traffic revision updates and construction changes will come as the
contractor announces them. For road conditions, call 967-1733.
INTERESTING LINKS
Military Community and Family Policy Weekly http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/mcfp/weekly
MWR Operations. Click on the link: http://www.jblmmwr.com/other_pages/index/hours.html
JBLM Website: www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/
JBLM MWR: www.jblmmwr.com
FOCUS MAGAZINE: www.jblmmwr.com/focus.html
JBLM FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/jblmmwr
FT LEWIS COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE: www.lewis.army.mil/resourceguide/
McChord Events: www.mcchordafb.us/
Madigan Website: www.mamc.amedd.army.mil/
Madigan FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/pages/Tacoma-WA/Madigan-Healthcare-
System/293304441350
Customer Management Services Website: www.lewis-mcchord.army.mil/cms/
ICE Website: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=service_provider_list&site_id=957&dep=*DoD
EFMP on Facebook: www.facebook.com/efmpjblm
EFMP website: www.jblmmwr.com/acs_efmp.html
Northwest Guardian: www.nwguardian.com
Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) Weekly: http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/mcfp/weekly
