Coast Guard Morale, Welfare and Recreation and US Army Garrison-Miami Family and MWR hosted a Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Coast Guard Station Miami Beach. Eighty spouses attended the luncheon which was held to show our appreciation for all military spouses do to support their active duty service member. The theme for the celebration this year was “Military Spouse Appreciation Day: The Strength of Our Service Members.” Military Spouses Day was created by President Ronald Reagan to acknowledge the significant contributions, support, and sacrifices of spouses of their Armed Forces. In 1984, Secretary of Defense Casper Weinberger established the Friday before Mother’s Day as Military Spouses Day. Each year, the US President normally commemorates this day with a ceremonial speech and proclamation. Staff welcomed spouses with a festive beverage, and after socializing, spouses were officially welcomed by Commander Jose A. Peña, US Coast Guard, and Mr. Andy Bird, USAG-Miami. The guest speaker, Mrs. Emmy Ligeikis, spoke about how she manages to provide support for her spouse, who is a veteran receiving L IKE US ON FACEBOOK SPOTLIGHT on the Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon SPOTLIGHT: SPOUSE APPRECIATION LUNCHEON CALENDAR OF EVENTS WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER / SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO 1 2 3 5 8 11 http://miami.armymwr.com July/August 2015 United States Army Garrison-Miami Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation 9301 NW 33 rd Street Doral, Florida 33172 Director - 305.437.2720 Sign up for THE MWR eNews. Send an e-mail to: southcom.miami.sc-cc. [email protected]medical care at the Veterans Administration. Mrs. Ligelkis was presented with a plaque to show appreciation for her participation. Attendees enjoyed a lovely lunch consisting of fruit salad, pasta salad, taboule salad with baked bruschetta, barbeque salmon sliders on brioche buns, roasted chicken salad croissants and mini dessert pastries. Twenty-four lucky spouses were winners of the numerous door prizes which included a spa-day; yoga sessions; a two-night stay at the Cottages in Marathon, Florida; local hotel stays and several VISA gift cards. Many thanks to all of the generous sponsors of the event: Conrad Miami; Courtyard by Marriott Miami West/Florida Turnpike; Dharma Holistic Center; Francine Roh, Massage Therapist; Hampton Inn & Suites; Hilton Miami Airport; Holiday Inn/Staybridge Suites; Intercontinental at Doral, Miami; Open Clinical Health. Family and MWR will use the feedback we receive on this event to plan the Military Spouse Appreciation in 2016. We look forward to increasing the number of attendees and hosting an event where spouses from the various commands and branches of service get to know one another. Photo by Vickie DuBois
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Coast Guard Morale, Welfare and Recreation and US Army Garrison-Miami Family and MWR hosted a Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon on Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Coast Guard Station Miami Beach. Eighty spouses attended the luncheon which was held to show our appreciation for all military spouses do to support their active duty service member. The theme for the celebration this year was “Military Spouse Appreciation Day: The Strength of Our Service Members.”
Military Spouses Day was created by President Ronald Reagan to acknowledge the significant contributions, support, and sacrifices of spouses of their Armed Forces. In 1984, Secretary of Defense Casper Weinberger established the Friday before Mother’s Day as Military Spouses Day. Each year, the US President normally commemorates this day with a ceremonial speech and proclamation.
Staff welcomed spouses with a festive beverage, and after socializing, spouses were officially welcomed by Commander Jose A. Peña, US Coast Guard, and Mr. Andy Bird, USAG-Miami. The guest speaker, Mrs. Emmy Ligeikis, spoke about how she manages to provide support for her spouse, who is a veteran receiving
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SPOTLIGHT on the Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon
SPOTLIGHT: SPOUSE APPRECIATION LUNCHEON
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WHAT’S UP IN SOUTH FLORIDA
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWS
WHAT’S UP IN FAMILY & MWR
ACS DIRECTOR’S CORNER /SPOUSES’ CORNER / WHO’S WHO
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medical care at the Veterans Administration. Mrs. Ligelkis was presented with a plaque to show appreciation for her participation.Attendees enjoyed a lovely lunch consisting of fruit salad, pasta salad, taboule salad with baked bruschetta, barbeque salmon sliders on brioche buns, roasted chicken salad croissants and mini dessert pastries. Twenty-four lucky spouses were winners of the numerous door prizes which included a spa-day; yoga sessions; a two-night stay at the Cottages in Marathon, Florida; local hotel stays and several VISA gift cards.
Many thanks to all of the generous sponsors of the event: Conrad Miami; Courtyard by Marriott Miami West/Florida Turnpike; Dharma Holistic Center; Francine Roh, Massage Therapist; Hampton Inn & Suites; Hilton Miami Airport; Holiday Inn/Staybridge Suites; Intercontinental at Doral, Miami; Open Clinical Health.
Family and MWR will use the feedback we receive on this event to plan the Military Spouse Appreciation in 2016. We look forward to increasing the number of attendees and hosting an event where spouses from the various commands and branches of service get to know one another.
Photo by Vickie DuBois
JULY4 - Independence Day
8 - Creating Your High School Resume, 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
18 - Summer Splash, 8am-3pm, Courtyard
22 - Interview Workshop for High School Students (9-12th grades) 9am-12pm, ACS Classroom
1 - Bodybuilding Competition, 3-7:30pm, Fitness Center
7 - Community Fair, 10am-2pm, Fitness Center
12 - How to Create an Effective Civilian Resume, 1-4pm, ACS Classroom
13 - When Love, Marriage and Money Come Together with Money Savers for New Parents, 1-2pm, ACS Classroom
14 - 16 - Summer Slam Basketball Tournament, Fitness Center
21 - Raise Credit and Liquidate Debt, 1-2:30pm, ACS Classroom
Classes and EventsFor more information
or to register, go to the MWR website:
http://miami.armymwr.com
Calendars may be viewed here:http://miami.armymwr.com/us/miami/monthly-
calendars/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
BROWARD - www.sunny.org/events/
Funtastic Fridays for Kids, ongoing - every friday5-8pm. Artspark At Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood, FL 33020, 954.921.3500, free.
Dream Car Classic, July 5 & August 2, 10am-3pm, H o l l y w o o d B o u l e v a r d between 19th & 20th Avenues. The Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest on display the first Sunday of every month. Free.
Food Trucks at ArtsPark, July 6, 5:30-10pm, ArtsPark at Young Circle. Stop by the ArtsPark at Young Circle on Monday night. Bring the family. Enjoy the fresh air and have a picnic. Pick and choose from 20+ different trucks. Visit http://burgerbeast.com/arts-park/ for list of trucks.
Hollywood Beach Sweep Clean-up, July 11 & August 8, 7 - 11am @ Charnow Park located between Garfield Street
and Connecticut Street on Hollywood Beach, On the second Saturday of the every month from 7am to 11am volunteers meet at Charnow Park and collect litter and cigarette butts from the beach. Volunteers must be at least 8 years of age to participate and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately and wear sunscreen. This is a program of the Department of Public Works. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided to all volunteers along with safety instructions. Please complete the registration form available under beach sweep information and bring it with you.
MIAMI-DADE - www.miamiandbeaches.com/events
Key Biscayne 4th of July Celebration, Jul 4. 11am-10pm. The big Fourth of July celebration is one of the highlights of summer on Key Biscayne. The day-long schedule of events begins with the traditional parade along Crandon Blvd. starting at 11am. The Kiwanis Picnic takes place on the Village Green immediately after the parade. The day concludes at sunset with the fireworks display. Tune into 88.9 FM WDNA to hear the fireworks music simulcast. http://keybiscaynecha.preview.
America’s Birthday Bash at Bayfront Park, Jul 4. The largest 4th of July celebration in Miami comes alive with a spectacular fireworks display in Downtown Miami. Fireworks light up the bay and the night’s sky in this perennial favorite. America’s Birthday Bash is free and open to the public with plenty of activities for kids and adults. Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd.,Miami, FL 33132. 305.461.2700. http://www.miami4thofjuly.com/
The Barnacle Old Fashioned July 4th Picnic. Celebrate Independence Day the good old fashioned way at The Barnacle with music, food, games & crafts for the whole family. Admission: $5 ages 12 and up. $3 ages 6-11. Under 6 free. 11am–4pm. The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133. 305.442.6866, https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/The-Barnacle
Free Family Film: The Princess and the Frog (2009). Jul 12, Delve into the beauty of New Orleans with a film and a snack at the museum! After the film, visit our special exhibition Women, Art, and Social Change: The Newcomb Pottery Enterprise. The Wolfsonian-Florida
International University, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305,531,1001, http://www.wolfsonian.org.
$5 Family Fridays and Dive In Movie, Jul 24, Aug 28. Grapeland Water Park will open at 5:30pm for $5 Family Fridays! Slide pools will be open until 7:30pm. The Dive In Movie will start at the recreation pool at 8pm. Other than water, outside food is not permitted in the water park; however, concessions will be available. All this family fun for only $5. Grapeland Park, 1550 NW 37 Ave., Miami, 33135, 305.960.2950 http://miamionthecheap.com/movies-grapeland-water-park/.
Fee-Free P.L.A.Y. Day, July 19 & Aug 15, Enjoy complimentary admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler! The Fee Free “P.L.A.Y.” Days were created to honor the Deering Estate’s partner organizations and the community. We invite our guests to “P.L.A.Y.” - Preservation, Learning, Adventure, Year-Round - and enjoy the many tours, educational programs, and special events that the Estate has to offer. Free Admission. 10am-4pm. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami, FL 33157, 305,235,1668, http://www.deeringestate.org/.
Gables Bike Tour: Wet and Wild, Aug 16. Feelin’ hot, hot, hot? This tour of Coral Gables’ Fire Stations will sizzle! Did you know the Museum was Coral Gables Police and Fire Station back in the day? We’ll start off with a Museum building tour, then head to newer Stations 1 and 2 where we will be treated to behind-the-scenes tours by CGFD Public Information Officer, David Perez. Great giveaways for the kids provided by CGFD. Join us for fun, educational bicycle tours through The City Beautiful every 3rd Sunday of every month. Each tour offers a different theme and route! Gables Bike Tours are presented by Coral Gables Museum and Bike Walk Coral Gables. Gables Bike Tours are powered by Voss Water and Pardo’s Chicken. Bike rentals and helmets (required for children under 16) are available at No Boundaries 305.444.3206, conveniently located across the street from the Museum. $10; $5 for Museum members and children under 12. Space is limited. Please call to RSVP. Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave. Coral Gables, FL 33134, 305.603-8067, http://www.coralgablesmuseum.org/
Perez Art Museum of Miami (PAMM) Free every first Thursday at PAMM from 10am-9pm. Active U.S. Military free with ID. 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 33132, 305.375.3000. Free Second Saturdays, Monthly program with art-making, family friendly tours, and music. 1-4 p.m. http://www.pamm.org/.
F a b u l o u s F i r s t Fridays, Free Planetarium Star Show (7pm) and r o o f t o p observatory viewing (8:30-10pm, weather permitting.) Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s Laser Shows in the Planetarium. Laser Show. $4 per child, $8 per adult. Activity Room for kids - a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for hands-on activities and demonstrations. Kids ages 3 and up. 8-9pm. Miami Science Museum, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami, 305.646.4200. Active duty military free with valid ID. www.miamisci.org.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS - www.miamidade.gov/parks/calendar.asp
MONROE (Florida Keys) - www.fla-keys.com/calendarofevents/
FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER NEWSDepartment of Veterans Affairs (FDVA).
FDVA is located at the Veterans Administration Medical Center (VAM C), 1201 NW 16th Street, Room A213, Miami, FL 33125, Tel: 305.575.3141. Hours of operation are from 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday. Military members are served on a walk in basis only.
Military members are required to bring a copy of their medical records from their local Military Treatment Facility along with any medical records from external treatment facilities. The Miami VA does not accept information on CD for processing claims, or thumb drives!
Service Members should plan to arrive between 7:30am and 8am to avoid parking congestion and potential crowd concerns at the hospital. Be sure to bring information such as: family member information, marriage certificate, social security numbers, and birth certificates.
For additional information contact the Family Service Center Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan at 305.437.2639, or email [email protected].
USAG-Miami Service Member For Life Transition Assistance Program (SMFLTAP)
U S A G - M i a m i Service Member For Life Transition A s s i s t a n c e P r o g r a m (SMFLTAP) is m a n d a t o r y for all military
members. It consists of five days of comprehensive information on transition assistance benefits and services for service members and their spouses who are separating or retiring from active duty within 180 days. Retirees are eligible to attend within two years of their retirement date. Workshops are conducted according to a National Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of Defense, Veterans Administration, Small Business Administration, and Department of Homeland Security.
The next Transition Assistance Program is scheduled for 14 through 18 September 2015 at USAG-Miami, Army Community Service Classroom, Rm. 2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172. Registration is limited to 40 participants.
To register for the Transition Assistance Program call Joe Pagan the Employment Readiness Program Manager, 305.437.2639 or email joe.pagan1.civ@mail.
USAG-Miami Virtual Career Library (VCL)
USAG-Miami Employment Readiness Program is proud to introduce, “The Virtual Career Library” a state of the art ground breaking well thought innovative online career guidance service offering unlimited access to today’s finest digital career guidance, education and employment resources. The VCL utilizes a talking librarian avatar feature that guides users through each section of the VCL that comprise of: career planning, job hunting, education, occupation and social media resources. If you’re a job seeker, career changer, or student, the VCL can assist you in achieving your career and life achievement. By now you should be excited and eager to begin your first launch in using this amazing career tool; therefore why wait when starting is only a few clicks away by logging on to http://www.virtualcareerlibrary.com/usagmiami/.
First time users will need to follow these steps:
1. Log on to Welcome Page2. Complete & Submit a Registration Form3. Have your request reviewed and approved 4. Receive an email notification approval5. Once approved, use your username/password
to log into the VCL
For additional assistance send an email to [email protected] or call 305.437.2639.
Coming Soon “Passport Career”
Passport Career is a unique and dynamic, interactive, global job search tool that will provide spouses and service members a one stop experience for those seeking international jobs and resources in 75+ countries (250+ cities).
Moving internationally no longer has to consist of attempting to find the right resources with extensive research on your own. With Passport Career your next career move could be planned right from where you’re stationed prior to your arrival.
This online resource and interactive service is specifically designed for organizations to support different groups of global job seekers with their international career and life transition.
Passport Careers consist of more than 12,000 pages of unique content and resources. Individuals can now access their international job search interest and exploration by receiving up to date, detailed, country-specific resources on all aspects of the job search and different opportunities. Country-specific content includes detailed guidance on local styles and expectations for resumes/CVs, interviews, salaries, work permits, business culture, best employers, and much more.
Additionally, Passport Career offers interactive webinars, job listings, and opportunities to make global contacts through a robust social network!
For additional information about Passport Career email: [email protected] call 305.437.2639.
Spouse Employment Program
U S A G -Miami Army C o m m u n i t y Service offers the Spouse E m p l oy m e n t P r o g r a m to provide assistance to
spouses in developing Individual Development Plans, acquiring skills, networking, volunteer opportunities, civilian resume reviews, how to use USAjob.gov, and resources that will help them to participate in the workforce and to develop a career/work plan.
Resources are comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date information on available employment opportunities, local market information, education, volunteer resources, community base resources, and support services which assist in making informed decisions on seeking employment.
Resume and interview technique workshops are scheduled on a monthly basis. Family Support Center’s resources include computers, faxes, printers, and expanded Career Library. These services are offered free of charge.
For additional information contact the Family Service Center Employment Readiness Program Manager, Mr. Joe Pagan, 305.437.2639 or email [email protected].
Military Service Coordinator Benefits Delivery at Discharge (BDD) Claim Procedures
Effective immediately, military members within 180 days prior to retiring or discharge can process their Pre-Discharge Claims by visiting the Office of Florida
Creating Your High School Resume and Learning About Interviews
W h i l e a t t e n d i n g high school it is important to begin re s e a rc h i n g
and planning on creating your high school resume and learning about interviews. For those interested in developing and learning more about these processes and are in their junior or senior year of high school mark your calendar to attend, invite other high school students, and get ahead of your peers with developing these essential career development tool.
Creating Your High School ResumeWednesday, 8 July 2015, 9am - 12pmUSAG-Miami, Installation Services Center, ACS Classroom, E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, Florida 33172http://miami.armymwr.com/us/miami/miami-events/creating-your-high-school-resume/
Interview Workshop for High School StudentsWednesday, 22 July 2015, 9am - 12pmUSAG-Miami, Installation Services Center, ACS Classroom E2008, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172http://miami.armymwr.com/us/miami/miami-events/interview-workshop-high-school-students/
All attendees will receive resources to include a copy of Quick Resume Guide Six Steps to Building an Effective Resume, or an Interview Guide when attending “Interviewing/Mock Techniques Workshop. Space is available for 14 attendees per session.
To register, send an email to [email protected] or call 305.437.2639.
More Class Sessions...
How to Develop an Effective Civilian ResumeWednesday, 12 August 2015, 9am - 12pmUSAG-Miami, Installation Services Center, ACS Classroom, E2005, 9301 NW 33rd Street, Doral, FL 33172
High cost of high debt got you down? The solution is easier than you may realize!
Getting out of credit card debt is not so hard, but it will require a little bit of discipline and some commitment, at least for several months until you get on a roll. The trick to getting out of debt is to not use credit. How do you do that? Well, simply by keeping spending equal or less than monthly income. It’s really not that hard to do, but you may need to adjust some spending.
The first step is to review your leave and earnings statements and any other household income that you have. Add up your net monthly income so you know what you’re working with, and then add up your monthly expenses. Some of your monthly expenses will be pretty obvious such as car payment, electricity, mortgage payment, or rent; but others will not be so obvious. You may need to think carefully for a few minutes in order to list all the things that you regularly spend money on each month. Sometimes discussing this with a spouse, best friend, or accountability partner is helpful, or reviewing an online checking account.
Once you know your monthly income and monthly expenses, you have the components for a rudimentary plan. Remember, the goal is to not use credit. As long as you can meet your monthly expenses with your monthly income, your debt will collapse by itself. You may need to cut some spending in order to ensure you won’t have to use credit.
After not using credit cards for a few months, usually one of your accounts will be paid to a zero balance. Then, take the money you were paying on that account and add that amount to the amount you pay on the remaining highest interest rate account. This creates what is called a “debt snowball” and normally results in liquidation of consumer debt within 18 to 30 months.
If you need help with this process, please call the Financial Readiness Program Manager at 305.437.2645 or email [email protected].
Fifty years of Army Community Service
Fifty years ago, on 25 July 1965, the Army
Community Service (ACS) was established to
provide readiness and life skills programs to
promote self-sufficient Families, safe homes and
cohesive communities, and enhanced readiness.
From 1965 until today, during our Nation’s wars
and conflicts, our Soldiers and Families remain
strong. On 25 July 2015, the Army will celebrate
the 50th birthday of ACS at the Headquarters
Installation Management Command (IMCOM)
G9, Fort Sam Houston, at all ACS centers and at
other venues throughout the Army.
The Miami Army Community Service center
has been providing Family Programs to service
members, Family members, retirees and civilians
since the program moved from Panama to
Miami in 1997. Providing those services from
three different locations since 1997, a wide
variety of prevention, education and awareness
programs have been offered. Programs provided
by the Miami ACS center are Employment
Readiness, Exceptional Family Member Program,
Family Advocacy Program, Financial Readiness,
Information & Referral, Military Emergency
Relief, Military Family Action Plan, Military Family
Team Building, Mobilization and Deployment
Readiness, Relocation Readiness, Sexual
Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention
(SHARP) and the Volunteer Program.
ACS is always looking for volunteers to help at
the Center and when we host special programs.
Events hosted by ACS as well as the Family
and MWR program are listed at the MWR.com
website: http://miami.armymwr.com/us/
miami. Feel free to contact ACS at 305.437.2644
if you would like additional information on
programs and services, would like to volunteer
at the center or want to participate in the ACS
50th Birthday celebration.
All employees (no guests) may use the near Olympic-sized swimming pool at:
Miami-Dade Public Safety Training Institute
9601 NW 58th StreetMiami, FL 33178
305.715.5000Monday - Friday, 6am-6pm
Need to destress? Ease that shoulder pain? Check out the
new massage therapy services available at the fitness center. Schedule an appointment with Francine today! 305.437.0123/0124.http://miami.armymwr.com/conus/miami/programs/fitness-center
Monday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Tuesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1215-1315 Yoga with Loren1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank - Free
Schedule is subject to change$3 per class or $25 for 10 classes
Pay with cash, check or credit cardPlease arrive on time for class
First Come – First Served
Hours of OperationMonday – Thursday: 0500 – 2100, Friday: 0500 - 2000Saturday and Sunday: 1000 – 1700, closed on holidaysOpen to Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military & their Dependents305.437.0123/0124
Friday1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Monica1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free1215-1315 Yoga
Wednesday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor cycling with Monica1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self- Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
Thursday0600-0700 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free0600-0700 Indoor Cycling Lisa1130-1230 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1230 Indoor Cycling with Lucy1230-1330 Functional Fitness with Frank – Free1130-1300 Self-Defense Fundamentals with Jason - Free
WHAT’S UP IN MWR?The 8th annual KEYS100 was held the weekend of May 16 and 17, 2015. The race is a point-to-point event beginning in Key Largo--Marathon for the 50 mile race and Big Pine Key for the 50 Km race--and ending in Key West on the Atlantic Ocean at Higgs Beach. The KEYS100 includes four distinct competitions: individual races of 100 miles, 50 miles and 50 kilometers, and the original Florida Keys six runner 100 mile team relay race.
The relay format is a lot of fun, uniquely flexible and easy to organize. Each team is able to design their own race strategy. The team decides how many legs each team member will run and how long each segment will be, subject only to swapping runners at allowable locations. Teams are allowed to make changes to their plan during the race. This race also has an artistic side — coming up with a team name, decorating the team vehicle, even insulting the competition. Another bonus is the unique, Keys-focused awards. Being able to compete in a 100-mile race without running the entire distance alone really makes the KEYS100 a fun and exciting team sport.
This year several teams from SOUTHCOM competed in the KEYS100. Congratulations to all teams for completing the KEYS100.
Joint Warriors: Finished 2nd in the Military Division and 7th overall time of 11:49:50.3. Anthony Perez, Erelio Mesa, Trevor Brinton, Bryan Hammond, David Terpstra, Ramon Martinez.
Supersonic: Finished 4th in the Military division and 13th overall with a time of 12:29:44.7. Stephen Barber, Anthony Stong, Chris Muller, Richard Coble, Troy Lovely, Robert Wiltzius.
Team RWB South Florida: Finished 81st overall with a time of 16:10:44.8. Gigi Huelbes, Alvaro Perez, Murille Dennis, Wendy Mercado, Briceida Casas, Aura Rojas.
The SOUTHCOM Warriors Soccer Team competed in the City of Doral’s Adult Soccer League this season from March - May 2015. The team was
sponsored by the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR) Sports Department. The Adult Soccer League provides an opportunity
for community and professional organizations to participate in one of the most popular sports in the world. This is a great opportunity for all teams to
compete, network, and socialize.
The SOUTHCOM Warriors made it to the semi-finals this year.
Way to go Warriors! For more information on soccer or others
To report suspected child abuse, neglect, or spouse abuse,
contact Family Advocacy, 305.437.2734
After duty hours Spouse Abuse - 911
Child Abuse -1.800.96A.BUSE or
1.800.962.2873
Career Program Guidance
Network extensively. Attend industry events, reaching out to friends, family, former classmates and colleagues, and check to see what career resources your alma mater offers (many provide extensive help to job seekers free of charge.)
Make the internet your friend. Utilize career-focused social media portals like LinkedIn to connect with former colleagues and bosses, join industry relevant groups, and request recommendations from past supervisors (and don’t forget to make sure your digital presence
is squeaky clean!)
Reach out to companies you’re interested in working for directly to inquire about career opportunities and current openings, in addition to posting your resume on the MSEP Career board and sites like Monster, HotJobs, CareerBuilder
and Craigslist, or http://www.usajobs.gov for federal government employment .
Don’t be afraid to work for free. Volunteering and interning are great ways to get your foot in the door and can be a tremendous learning experience.
Help other job seekers. If you hear of a job that isn’t quite right for you, see if it is a fit for anyone else you know and send it to them. Perhaps someday they’ll return the favor.
Make a great impression in an interview. This means arriving on time, appropriately dressed and having thoroughly researched the company and position to which you are applying.
Keep a polished and up to date resume on hand
at all times.
Have a well-rehearsed elevator speech (short summary of your skills, experience and goals) in the front of your mind should you meet someone unexpectedly.
Stay up to date on trends and industry happenings and do whatever you can to acquire new skills companies are starting to look for in potential hires.
Join a support group. The Department of
Labor support group website, http://www.
servicelocator.org was developed to assist job seekers with locating employment assistance, career resources, workforce information, professional networks, and business contacts. Additionally, information and resources specifically designed for military spouses on employment, education, training, and relocation may be found within this website, or contact the Employment Readiness Program at 305.437.2639 or email [email protected] to set up a one-on-one appointment to learn more about joining a support group.
The Zip Code Groups at USSOUTHCOM are organized by place of residence and offer an opportunity to meet new friends. The groups also provide a channel for spouses to get information about what happens at the command and in the surrounding civilian communities. The Zip Code Groups are a means of social interaction and camaraderie for spouses similar to that provided by the Officers and Enlisted Spouses Groups located on traditional military bases. The Zip Code Groups are organized in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties. For additional information, contact Army Community Service at 305.437.2644 or one of the Zip Code Group Coordinators listed below:
Zip Code Group Coordinators
ZIP CODE GROUPS
Army Substance Abuse Programs (ASAP)
ADCO, ASAP Program Manager - Guy W. Drab, [email protected] 305.437.3078Suicide Prevention and Employee Assistance Programs - Cheryl A. Davis, [email protected] 305.437.2932ASAP Clinical Program Administrator - Marilou Balch, [email protected] 305.437.3085Drug Testing Coordinators (DTC) - Wanda Laureano, [email protected]; Connie Sova, [email protected] 305.437.1744 / 2428Prevention Education/Activities Coordinator (PC) - Carmen Rivera Martinez, [email protected] 305.437.3076
USSOUTHCOM
Clinic Office hours: 0700-1600 For appointments call 305.437.3559 Services TRICARE enrolled membersTRICARE Service Centers 1.800.444.5445 Miramar or USCG Air Station Opa LockaDomestic Violence/Child Abuse FAP Treatment/Behavioral Health 305.437.0519Family Counseling Center 305.437.3086Housing Referral 305.437.2642Education Service 305.437.2287Carlson Wagonlit 1.800.579.6681
Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (Family and MWR)
Office of Administration: Director - Sheryl Byrd, [email protected] 305.437.2720 Administration - Sherry Good, [email protected] 305 .437.2409 Financial Management Officer - Marisol Archibold, [email protected] 305.437.1144 Marketing, Sponsorship and Advertising - Helen Colby, [email protected] 305.437.3149E-mail: southcom.miami.usag.mbx-mwr-customer-service@ mail.milToll Free Hot Line: 1.877.291.1604
Recreation Services
Special Events/BOSS - Community Recreation Manager Stephen Ondriezek 305.437.2627 [email protected] Leisure Travel Services - Eric Ruiz, 305.437.1595
Sport and Fitness Fitness Center 305.437.0123 / 0124 Jill Hauser, Recreation Specialist, [email protected]; Frank Same, Recreation Specialist, francisco.same.naf@ mail.mil; Angelique Williams, angelique.s.williams.naf@ mail.mil; Jose Fernandez, jose.a.fernandez107.naf@mail. mil; Alci Montero, [email protected]; Arthurlyn Mitcham: [email protected]
Child, Youth & School Services (CYS Services) 305.437.1141CYSS Coordinator - Francisco Brizuela, [email protected] Administration - Mary Gomez, [email protected] Development Center Director - Denise Gonzalez, [email protected] Based Program Manager/CDC Trainer - Edna Quinones, [email protected] Services Director - Ileana Gonzalez-Posada, [email protected] Liaison Officer - Joyce Kennedy, [email protected]
Family Programs Army Community Service Director - Victoria DuBois, [email protected] 305.437.2644Community Support Coordinator - Sybil J. Allison 305.437.1407Consumer Affairs/Emergency Financial Assistance - Richard Zimmelman, [email protected] 305.437.2645Employment Readiness/Transition Assistance - Joe Pagan, [email protected] 305.437.2639Family Advocacy/Exceptional Family Member - Joe Walker, [email protected] 305.437.2734Sexual Assault Response Coordinator - Yadira Morales, [email protected] 305.437.1137 Survivor Outreach Services Support Coordinator - Vacant 305.437.2178Survivor Outreach Services Financial Counselor - Vincent Luongo, vincent.luongo4.ctr@mail. 305.437.0142 Volunteer Coordinator - Mary Ortiz, [email protected] 305.437.2667SHARP Victim Advocate - Edward Wilhite, [email protected] 305.437.2653
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Military OneSource provides some great tips to get organized for a PCS move in their article titled “10 Tips for Getting Organized Ahead of a
Move,” online at http://www.militaryonesource.mil/.
Packing and moving can be especially stressful. A little advance planning will go a long way to help relieve the stress and help make your move as smooth as possible. Follow these tips to get organized:
• Arrange for child care. Packing and moving can upset children and it may be difficult to give them the attention they need when you’re trying to move. • Take pets to a friend’s home or a kennel. They may also need more attention than you will be able to give on moving day. • Be sure at least one person is at home at all times. At least one adult should be available to supervise the movers and check inventory sheets. • Watch the packers and movers carefully. Make sure they understand exactly what items are to be packed. Be sure each container or crate is on the inventory and has a tag from the moving company. Have a marker handy to make extra notes on the boxes. • Check to be sure the condition of your possessions is accurately reflected on the moving inventory. • Keep items you don’t want shipped in a labeled closet, at a friend’s home or in a locked car. This will prevent those items from being packed and shipped. This includes your trash. You might also want to keep a box of cleaning supplies with your no-ship items so you can clean your home after the movers leave. • If van lifts are loaded at your doorstep, supervise the packing of them. These vans will be hoisted by cranes, loaded onto a ship and treated roughly. • Have coffee, cold drinks and snacks available for you and for the packers and movers. • Read all documents before signing. Be sure your copy of the moving company’s inventory is legible. Hand-carry these moving documents to your new duty station. • Check each room and closet to be sure everything is packed. You’ll want to do this before the movers leave.
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