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Personal and Family Readiness Services

 A spouse/significant other or a parent will be allotted 30 minutes of calling per week from home to the military member’s deployed location. Your family members will be able to call 294-2426 to use the program. This program is available when the member is TDY or deployed for 14 or more days. Contact the Airman and Family Readiness Center, 294-4329 to find out how to get registered.

  The Air Force Aid Society will pay to have the “primary family vehicle” of active duty Air Force members safety inspected and an oil change performed to ensure the automobile will make it through a lengthy TDY, deployment, or remote tour. This service is provided at the base Service Station and is intended for the spouse of service members who are deployed for 30 days or longer. You will need to provide the Airman and Family Readiness Center with a copy of orders to receive a certificate. If urgent safety issues are identified for repair, families are encouraged to return to the Airman and Family Readiness Center to discuss a possible interest-free loan from the Air Force Aid Society.

(AHAMS) MORALE CALL

CAR CARE BECAUSE WE CARE

This program is offered to help relieve stress associated with military life. The Air Force Aid Society will fund child care for dependent children of active duty Air Force, 6 months to 12 years of age. Child care is provided the first Saturday of each month from 1230 – 1730 at the Offutt Child Development Center. Please call the Child Development Center for a reservation by noon on Friday prior to care, at 294-2203. Referrals can be obtained from an Airman and Family Readiness Center representative, First Sergeant, or Family Advocacy personnel. Prior to participating in the Give Parents a Break program at the Child Development Center, each child needs to have on file an AF Form 1181, a copy of up-to-date shot records, and the Give Parents a Break certificate. If you have made a reservation and will be unable to use the care, please call the Child Development Center, 294-2203, as soon as possible to cancel the reservation.

GIVE PARENTS A BREAK

PERSONAL READINESS BRIEFINGS

Pre-deployment and reunion briefings are available to military members and their families (if applicable). These briefings are designed to help members prepare for lengthy TDY’s/deployments. Issues such as emergency contacts, financial concerns, household issues, and the importance of power of attorney and wills are some of the topics covered. Other discussions focus on the emotional side of separation to include sustainment activities and reunions. Readiness issues pertain to single members as well as those with families. Call to get scheduled for this educational briefing. Spouses are highly encouraged to participate. Click here to view the current Readiness Newsletter for spouses!

REUNION CD

The reunion CD is designed to assist all service members and their families prior to and following reunions. The CD provides information applicable to single and married members and reunion. There is also information regarding children and reunion. The CD is free for individuals who visit the Airman and Family Readiness related services.

SURVIVING DEPLOYMENT/SUSTAINMENT ISSUES

Tips and tools to bring families together to develop strategies for keeping the deployment experience a positive one. Items include; story books, activity books, count-down calendars and letter writing kits. Additional items are DVD’s and pocket-size reference guides. Scroll down  to the bottom of this page to view the latest Readiness Newsletter with updates on programs and special events!

Applicable Family Life Education Services

AF CROSSROADS -  www.afcrossroads.com is the official community website of the United States Air Force. Information on DoD installations, education, eldercare, employment, family separations and readiness, financial information, information resource center, leisure activities, medical and dental, parenting, spouse network, teens and youth and more.

MILITARY ONE SOURCE - www.militaryonesource.com is designed to help you deal with life’s issues. Consultants are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. You can call in and speak to a master’s level consultant or you can go online to access information or e-mail a consultant. Login by creating your own username and password. Or, you can call 10800-342-9647 to ask for assistance.

Our Readiness NCO, TSgt Shannon Tabor, assists service members and their families with advance planning and preparations for deployments and extended separations. Provides information and referral services to families in the absence of the military member and assists military members, DoD civilians, and families during emergencies and natural disasters.

Scroll down the page to read the current Readiness Newsletter for spouses, and view descriptions of all the services provided by the Readiness Office.

Call 294-4329 or email: shannon.tabor@offutt.af.mil for more information.

 
Text Box:   Airman and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) READINESS Newsletter July 2010 There are some great things in store for you this month!!!! For new subscribers… The idea behind this newsletter is to inform families of deployed service members of the services and upcoming events from the Airmen and Family Readiness Center. We hope you find this informative, and if you ever have any questions, please feel free to call us at 294-4329 or reply to the email. We would love your inputs and feedback. This letter will be very basic in format to ensure all are able to view it regardless of operating system or internet speed. The following is what we have in store for you this month! SERVICES: Resume Workshop!!! Looking for a job? Attend this workshop from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. on 13 July 10. Get helpful new information on writ­ing a great resume! For more informa­tion, call the A&FRC at 294-4329. A&FRC Website: Please visit the new Airman & Family Readiness Center website; www.offuttafrc.com, to stay up to date on the latest happenings! Check out our classes, special events and links to informative sites to get the most out of Air Force life. Check back often, as we will be modifying and updating all the time! "AOR Week in Photos" features photos of Airmen deployed to Iraq, Afghanistan and other bases in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. You are able to subscribe to "AOR Week in Photos" and receive an e-mail link to the movie file each week by sending an e-mail to join-afcent_weekinphotos@lyris.dmasa.dma.mil M&FLC (Military and Family Life Consultant): If you want someone to talk to, our M&FLC is here for you. They can provide you with short-term, situational, and problem-solving counseling services. Their services are flexible and on-demand. They are also here for all services. Call (402)650-6427. Growing your money: This workshop is designed to help you realize your dreams by learning the financial skills necessary to maintain a spending plan, use checking and savings accounts, and build or repair credit. This is a two-part class that is from 1-4 p.m. on 6 and 13 July 10. Call the A&FRC at 294-4329 to sign up. Car Buying Strategies: This month we are offering car buying tips/hints on how to go about buying a new vehicle. If you are looking to buy a new vehicle and you are unsure of where to start, come and see us at the A&FRC to sign up for the Car Buying Strategies workshop. Great information given to assist you in the purchase of your new vehicle. Call 294-4329 to sign up today. Workshop will be 14 July 10 from 8:30 – 11:30. FREEBIE OF THE MONTH: Children’s bear (OVAL) Operation Voices and Love: The Readiness office at the Airman and Family Readiness Center works along with Lt Col Fangmeyer and his wife Diane to provide deploying families with a great service. Operation Voices and Love is a program where each deploying family can receive a bear with voice recorder for each child in the family. This program helps each child keep that loving bond with their deploying family member. Please call 294-4329 for more info. Spouse’s Pre-Deployment Briefing: On 6 July 10 there will be a spouse’s pre-deployment briefing at the A&FRC, between 1800-1930. The briefing will inform all spouses about the activities involved in deployment and the services and materials that are available to all of our families out there. To sign up please call 294-4329. UPCOMING EVENTS:  Please visit www.offutt55fss.com for more information on local events and activities. Also, check us out on Facebook! SURVIVAL TIP OF THE MONTH: During this time of year it is important to stay hydrated while doing activities outside where the temperatures are reaching 100+ degrees in some areas. Also, apply sunscreen if you are out in direct sunlight. It is possible to get second and third degree burns from this hot Nebraska sun. Just remember to have fun and stay safe! Also, don’t forget that you can stay in touch with your loved ones on deployment by using Skype, e-mail, phone calls, letters, cards, and video mail services through the American Red Cross. Communication is key to a successful deployment and all relationships. Mother 2 Mother: Mother 2 Mother is a mentoring program for mothers, provided by the Offutt Chapel and IDS agencies. We offer a variety of services to meet your needs. We offer mentoring, an assortment of mother/child activities, workshops and events. We can all use a helping hand or support in dealing with both the joys and challenges of motherhood and the military lifestyle. Many times mothers are far from families and friends and need to connect to local resources. Mother 2 Mother is a great place to help find both personal and community connections. For more information about Mother 2 Mother, any of the scheduled events or to sign up to receive the informational e-mails with event listings and details; please contact the base chapel at 294-6244. School Liaison Program: The Offutt School Liaison connects schools, families, and the Offutt community together in meeting the educational needs of the military child, and serves as a point of contact for all who desire assistance with school related matters. Please direct any questions you may have about the program to Michelle Pridell at the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 294-4329. Parents as Teachers: Certified parent educators provide child development information, parenting support and encouragement to learn, grow and develop to realize their full potential. Military families are increasingly impacted by repeat deployments, demands at home and the stress of being away. Parents as Teachers brings professional parenting support and specialized child development ideas right to your front door. Located in the Family Child Care office. Contact 294-9444 for more information. Members Helping Members: Families of deployed military personnel can apply at the Air and Family Readiness Center (AFRC) to receive support for lawn care, snow removal or other special needs. Once the AFRC has evaluated the members needs the request will be forwarded on to the MHM personnel. For more information on this great service please call 294-4329. Finally, please know that the A&FRC staff and Readiness NCO, TSgt Shannon Tabor, is here FOR YOU!!!!!! Do not hesitate to call, email, or stop by with questions, concerns, or just to visit!!! We would love to see you. And remember, you are not alone, we are here to help. See you next month!!! P.S. Please share this info with friends and neighbors. To subscribe to the newsletter, please send an e-mail to Shannon.Tabor@offutt.af.mil TSgt Shannon L. Tabor Readiness NCO, A&FRC 294-4329