and am certain that the battalion will continue to provide exemplary support to our Corps. Semper Fidelis, LtCol M. C. Griffin Commanding Officer 4th Maintenance Battalion

Dear Marines, Sailors and Families of the Fourth Maintenance Battalion, This is my final opportunity to address our families and friends with his newsletter as I am relinquishing command of the battalion to LtCol Doug Pierson. I want to take this time to thank Ms. Kati Toney and the entire Unit and Personal Readiness Program team for their hard work to make our program successful, and more importantly, make the program effective in preparing our Marines and families for the challenges of mobilization and

deployment. We are in the middle of the annual training season so please ensure that you review your personal and family readiness plans. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact our Unit and Personal Family Readiness Officer Ms. Kati Toney. She is always ready to assist and serve as an information resource for you and the families of Fourth Maintenance Battalion. I have enjoyed my time as the Commanding Officer for 4th Maintenance Battalion

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SgtsMaj

Straight Talk

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From the

FRO

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Chaplain’s

Message

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Counseling

Options

5

FREE Park/

Museum

Passes

6

Around the

Battalion

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Spouse

Career

Counseling

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Relocating? 13

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Sitter City

Counseling

Options

Spouse Career

Counseling

Vacation Planning

and more!

Commanders’ Corner

Seargants Major Straight Talk working to be fully qualified,

and the best choice for

every opportunity.

Semper Fi.

SgtMaj L.B. Cummings

Sergeant Major

Marines, families, and

friends,

It is most appropriate that

we congratulate LtCol

Griffin for his successful

tour here as the

commander of the 4th

Maintenance Battalion, and

welcome LtCol Pierson in as

our new Battalion

Commander. This change of

command will be official on

27 July 2012. In these past

two years, LtCol Griffin has

given of himself very

unselfishly towards the

betterment of us all. The

battalion will be passed to

LtCol Pierson in great shape,

as we look forward to

following his intent.

With the summer season

here, I ask that you stay safe

in your outdoor activities,

and enjoy yourselves

responsibly. Continue

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Ms. Kati Toney Family Readiness

Officer 4th Maintenance Bn

Charlotte, NC

704-598-0015 x337 BB: 704-488-9770

kati.toney@usmc.mil

FACEBOOK “Kati Toney-Fro”

From the FRO: Greetings, Marines, Sailors, Families and Friends!

We all like it when we learn something new, right? Well, in May of this year, I had the opportunity to do just that. I assisted Mecklenburg County, NC in coordinating its 1st Annual Military Awareness Week. Now, you might be asking , “how is that different from any other ’appreciation’ week?” Please allow me to explain. “Appreciation”, in my mind, means that we are given an opportunity to say “thank you” and let others know how much they are appreciated. “Awareness” actually takes it one step further...from appreciation to action. You see, it’s by creating the awareness of the issues we as a military culture face, that we can truly begin to fix the problems. Issues such as where any gaps in services seem to be, of areas where our communities can “jump in” and help, and also of what resources are already in existence. After all, we all know that if a resource is not used, we will eventually lose it. Alternatively, if a problem is not known, it can’t be fixed, right?

That’s where you come in. You can begin finding out what resources are in your communities and in your states that are there to support you locally, in addition to the wonderful resources we already have

available through the Marine Corps. (If you haven’t become aware of the resources available to you through the Marine Corps, then we need to talk! There are some great ones out there!)

Are you aware of organizations such as the Marine Corps League, VFW, American Legion, or Disabled American Veterans? In addition to providing some great community support (even at events such as Family Days!), they are very beneficial at providing guidance and assistance on filing VA claims should you ever need it and they can help support individuals in many other ways.

Do you know about your local Veteran Services Office in your county? Do you know if you even have one? What about a Vet Center or even your county’s 211 or 311? If you aren’t familiar with any of these, then hopefully, you will contact me and we can discuss further.

What about our sister services? I know many of our units are on or near our sister service bases. Have you familiarized yourselves with what is available to you through them? What resources might they have that you could benefit from?

Also, as you start gathering resources, please let your unit’s Deputy FRO (the I-I 1st

Sgt) know. Provide him/her with the organization’s name, point of contact and contact information so the unit can start collecting that information, as well. It may be that the information you find out, could help someone else!

There are all kinds of agencies and organizations out there that want to do good things and help our Marines, Sailors, Soldiers, Airmen and their families. HOWEVER, please let me caution you that there are plenty of people out there who also want to take advantage of that, as evidenced by all the scam warnings that are out today. Please do yourself a favor and make sure you have properly vetted an organization before you decide to use their services.

As always, I am just a simple phone call or email away if you have any questions about a resource or an issue that you are experiencing!

Last, but certainly not least, I send my best wishes to LtCol Griffin on his upcoming Change of Command. His 2 years in command of 4th Maintenance Battalion have been wonderful and he will be missed. As with all change comes new opportunities and I look forward to the road ahead! Welcome Aboard, LtCol Pierson! All my best always!

Kati

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“The real measure of

your wealth is how much

you'd be worth if you lost all

your money.”

~Author Unknown

challenging. If you never struggle with balance and priorities (whether you have a family or not), raise your hand. You are super-human and probably wear a cape. Chaps, you don’t understand. I’ve been laid off from my job. I’ve been told I can’t stay in the Marines. I don’t know how to make ends meet. I’ve just found out my wife has cancer. I have two kids in college. I can’t make my mortgage payment. My car is being repossessed. The

Marine in you may say, “Be strong—suck it up.” But are there any of you not human—with real human struggles and emotions? There is an escape. God promised in I Corinthians 10:13 that there is no trial that will come upon you that is not common to everyone. He has promised to make a way for you to overcome whatever trial comes your way without your making decisions along the way that you will ultimately regret. There will always be quick and easy ways to deal with or escape life’s hardships. But think hard first—some ways of escape will end in something other than permanent good.

Making wise decisions. Easier said than done. No formula. No 1-2-3. Think with me for a moment. What comes out of you when you are under pressure existed in you before you were under pressure. Circumstances merely reveal who you already are. So just like you prepare for various circumstances in battle, prepare for various circumstances in the battle of life—before the crises erupt—and they will. It takes time to prepare. It takes courage to remain steadfast. New beginnings. We have a new CO coming onboard. We have changes being made to 4th MLG. Some have a new school year approaching soon. Some have new jobs. All of us have decisions to be made about our unit, our family, our friends, and our lives. God said that His mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23). Frustrated? Worried about the future? Look to God. Talk to a friend. Be committed. Have courage. As always, call your chaplain if you need a confidential conversation. 864-325-1828.

Blessings, LT Shawn J. Turpin Chaplain 4th Maintenance Battalion Ph: 864-325-1828 Email: chaplainturpin@me.com

Frustrated? Life at a cross-roads? Worried about the future? Some of you find that you have more time on your hands than you want due to circumstances beyond your control (poor economy, lack of jobs, military drawdown, relationship demise, etc.). Others of you find that you have no free time at all—military duties, civilian job, family needs, medical issues, social networking, bill paying, church ministry, legal problems, personal fitness, recreational play, community service, educational opportunities—and the list goes on and on for many of you. You are not alone. We all wonder about the purpose and effectiveness of our lives. We all struggle with how to use time—whatever amount we have—wisely. The Bible states in Ephesians 5:15-16 (ESV), “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil.” Chaps, how can I have a balance in my life when so many external pressures weigh me down? I try to provide for my family (economic stability) while providing for my family (social and emotional stability, my presence, my time, my guidance, etc.). Life 101. I didn’t take that class in school. Did you? And I thought college was

Chaplain’s Message

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Non-medical Counseling Options for

Service Members and Families Sooner or later, we all face challenges. And the deployments, frequent moves, and other stressors of the military lifestyle can make things even more complicated for service members and their families. When you or someone in your family is struggling to cope, help is just a phone call or a few keystrokes away.

The Department of Defense makes non-medical counseling available for a wide range of issues from communication and parenting skills to anger management and relationship problems. This overview of available counseling services will help you better understand the kinds of issues that non-medical counseling can help resolve and how you can get the help you need, when you need it.

What is non-medical counseling?

Non-medical counseling is intended to prevent the development or exacerbation of lifestyle conditions that may compromise military and family readiness. Non-medical counseling programs provide confidential, short-term counseling to active duty members, National Guard and Reserve service members, and their families.

Counselors possess a master's or doctorate degree in a mental health field and are licensed or certified in a state, territory, or the District of Columbia to practice independently. Non-medical counseling is designed to address issues such as improving relationships at home and work, stress management, adjustment issues (e.g., returning from a deployment), marital problems, parenting, and grief and loss issues. Non-medical counseling is short-term, problem solving, and solution-focused.

Non-medical counseling is available through both Military OneSource and through Military and Family Life Counselors. Each person seeking counseling may receive up to twelve sessions per issue at no cost.

Non-medical counseling is not intended to address such issues as active suicidal or homicidal thoughts, Family Advocacy Program cases, sexual assault, child abuse, domestic violence, alcohol and substance abuse, or mental health conditions that have required recurring in-patient hospitalizations. Non-medical counseling is also not suitable for those who have been prescribed psychoactive medication, who are currently receiving therapy with another practitioner, or for fitness-for-duty evaluations or court-ordered counseling.

Confidentiality

Although discussions between you and your counselor are strictly confidential, counselors are required to report situations in which you may be a danger to yourself or to others or that involve domestic or other violence against another person, child abuse or neglect, and any present or future illegal activity.

Face-to-face Counseling

Face-to-face counseling may be provided in a variety of settings depending on the needs or preferences of the person seeking assistance, counselor availability, or other factors. An individual seeking counseling may attend traditional fifty-minute counseling sessions in an office setting with a counselor located in the local community, or sessions may be provided with counselors on assignments up to 180 days on an installation.

Counseling over the telephone and online

Counseling sessions are also available telephonically or online. Service members can access counseling services from anywhere in the world by calling Military OneSource at (800) 342-9647 (see the Military OneSource website for international phone numbers) or by visiting Military OneSource. Military OneSource is accessible by phone or online any time of the day or night, any day of the year, including holidays.

-Military Community and Family Policy—June 2012 eMag

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"Marines take

care of their own

- period. The

enduring pledge

between Marines

is never more

sacred than

during time of

war. Just as every

Marine makes a

commitment to

the Corps when

they earn the title

Marine, the Corps

makes an

enduring

commitment to

every Marine -

and an enduring

commitment to

their family."

(Quote by

General

Conway, 34th

CMC Planning

Guidance)

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FREE Passes to National Parks for Military Available to US military members and their dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, as well as most members of the US Reserves and National Guard. Proper military ID is required (CAC Card or DoD Form 1173).

Obtained in person at Federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees.

Covers entrance to Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service sites that charge Entrance Fees, and Standard Amenity Fees at Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation sites for one full year.

Admits the pass owners and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas, or the pass owner and up to additional 3 adults at sites that charge per person.

Non-transferable

Who qualifies for the Annual Pass - Military?

US military members and their dependents in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, as well as most members of the US Reserves and National Guard. Proper military ID is required (CAC Card or DoD Form 1173).

Can dependents of National Guard and the Reserve members acquire a pass?

Dependents of deployed military members with DoD Form 1173 may obtain a pass. If the military member has not been deployed, the dependent may be the second signer on their sponsor’s pass.

Where can I find more information?

Please visit the National Park Service website at:

www.nps.gov/findapark/passes.htm

Blue Star Museum Project This summer, more than 600 museums in all 50 states are offering FREE admission to active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day to show their appreciation for those who are serving this nation.

Here's some basic information, but please check the FAQs for further details:

If you are active duty military personnel and/or an immediate family member - spouse or child - to gain free access, please show either a Geneva Conventions CAC ID or a DD Form 1173 ID card at the museum admissions desk.

Immediate family members under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an appropriate ID holder.

Some special or limited-time museum exhibits may not be included in this free admission program, so check with the museum directly.

Blue Star Museums is made possible through a partnership among Blue Star Families, the National Endowment for the Arts, and more than 600 museums.

Please visit the website for further information and to see participating museums. www.bluestarfam.org/Programs/Blue_Star_Museums

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Long revered as one of the most desirable destinations in the Bavarian Alps and Ger-

many's premiere sports center, the Garmisch-Partenkirchen area is an idyllic location

nestled at the foot of sweeping Alpine vistas and home to the Edelweiss Lodge and

Resort.

Go ahead. Pinch yourself. You're not dreaming. Experience the warm Florida sun, cascading waterfalls, lush tropical gardens, spectacular views, or a dip in the pool. Doesn't this sound like the total vacation to you?

Whether you're strolling barefoot on the sand, sunbathing lazily on Waikiki Beach, or simply relaxing comfortably, you'll simply be dazzled by this Polynesian paradise. Come discover the spirit of Aloha.

Nestled in the heart of Seoul, Korea, Dragon Hill Lodge is the gateway to Asia's mysti-cal culture. Visit internationally acclaimed museums and art galleries, attend sporting events, or simply enjoy world-class shopping! Experience Asia in style.

Whether strolling barefoot on the sands of Waikiki Beach, sightseeing historic European castles, shop-ping Seoul’s exciting shopping district or visiting the enchanting Walt Disney Resort; there is a vacation getaway that will leave you with fresh memories and new perspectives. Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) full-service resort hotels are Joint Service Facilities that provide quality, wholesome, affordable, Family-oriented vacation recreation opportunities to service members, their families, and other authorized patrons (including official travelers) of the Total Defense Force.

VISIT THE Armed Forces Recreation Center at www.armymwr.com/travel/recreationcenters/

Vacation Ideas

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"We make

Marines and we

win our nation’s

battles. Then we

turn those men

and women back

to America’s

society better

people."

(Quote by

General Krulak,

31st

Commandant,

USMC)

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From Around the Battalion From Engineer Maintenance Company—Omaha Marines! (Thank you, MGySgt Rogers!)

By Jocelyn Edwards SINGO, Uganda (Reuters) - At a training camp in Uganda, a dozen soldiers crouch, weapons raised as they make their way down a dirt road between shipping containers set up to look like buildings in the Somali capital.

Standing by, observing the Ugandan troops at work, is a U.S. marine, Major Mark Haley.

"Here is where we are going to teach urban warfare, how to fight building to building," Haley said as the Ugandans moved between containers scrawled with graffiti reading "City of Death" and "Hell Zone".

The model of the Somali capital, or "Little Mogadishu" as it is known, was built by American military trainers to prepare the Ugandan soldiers to take part in the African Union mission propping up the Western-backed government in Mogadishu.

After al Qaeda-linked al Shabaab rebels pulled out of the capital last year, the United States has stepped up efforts to train Ugandan soldiers who will be part of the push by AMISOM to take more territory outside the capital.

The United States and other Western powers have been backing efforts to crush al Shabaab as they worry Somalia has become a safe haven for Islamist militants seeking to wreak havoc in the region and further afield.

Washington helps to fund the AMISOM force, provides assistance to the transitional institutions in Somalia and has carried out air strikes within the Horn of Africa nation to kill high-profile al Qaeda and al Shabaab suspects.

However, the United States is reluctant to put boots on the ground ever since its humiliating retreat from Somalia following the October 1993 "Blackhawk Down" debacle in which 18 U.S. servicemen and well over a thousand Somalis died.

Helped by AMISOM, the transitional government of President Sheikh Sharif Ahmed now controls most of Mogadishu for the first time since dictator Siad Barre was overthrown in 1991. But Ahmed's government has little control over the rest of the country, where al Shabaab, clan-based militias and warlords control chunks of territory. Ethiopian and Kenyan troops are also battling al Shabaab inside Somalia.

BEYOND MOGADISHU

U.S. officials say they are hopeful the equipment and training they provide will help AMISOM push al Shabaab, which formally merged with al Qaeda this year, out of Somalia.

"Because of these successes we see new targets that we need to help (the Ugandan forces) with, specifically mobility and counter-mobility as they move along these routes outside of Mogadishu," said Major Albert Conley, deputy chief of the office of security cooperation for the U.S. military in Uganda.

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Uganda supplies the majority of the AMISOM troops in Somalia, which the United Nations agreed in February to increase from 12,000 to 17,731 peacekeepers.

AMISOM has sent a small contingent of troops to Baidoa, the former seat of Somalia's parliament and hopes to send more soldiers their when the reinforcements arrive.

A team of 30 marines deployed to Uganda in February for seven months to train combat engineers. The U.S. military is also providing Ugandan forces with equipment such as protective vests and mine detecting equipment.

The marine program supplements training for Ugandans funded by the U.S. State Department already going on. Since 2007, U.S. military trainers have trained nine battle groups of Ugandan soldiers deployed to Somalia. About 3,500 Ugandan soldiers are now being trained by U.S. trainers at Camp Singo in areas such as patrolling, cordon and search operations and basic Somali language skills.

British and French trainers also lead exercises at the camp for Ugandan forces preparing to go to Somalia. Standing outside the door of a first-aid training course, First Lieutenant Martin Orech, 30, said he was looking forward to getting the chance to serve in Somalia.

"If they give me a chance to go I will go so that we can make our brothers live happily like we are living in Uganda," he said.

"Why should I be nervous? I am trained to fight in such areas, I'm trained to do such work." (Editing by David Clarke; Editing by Michael Roddy)

From Abilene Marines

Congratulations to 1stSgt and Meagan Frerich!! Ron Longwell/Special to the Reporter-News

Marine First Sgt. Dale Frerich and his daughter, Meagan Frerich (center right), were named to the top honor of Abilene Chamber of Commerce Family of the Year at the World's Largest Barbecue at the Abilene Civic Center on Saturday. The Frerichs are surrounded by Chief Warrant Officer John Kerns (far right), Gray Bridwell (left) and U.S. Rep. Randy Neugebauer (far left).

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Looking for ways to increase the veggies and fruits your children eat? Then our tips over the next two weeks are just for you! Encourage children to eat vegetables and fruits by making it fun. One easy way to make it fun is to provide healthy ingredients and let kids help with the preparation (based on their age and skills). Kids may try foods they avoided in the past if they helped make them. So for some great ideas of things they can make with their food, keep reading below!

Smoothie creations - Blend fat-free or low-fat yogurt or milk with fruit pieces and crushed ice. Use fresh, frozen, canned, and even overripe fruits. Try bananas, berries, peaches, and pineapple. If you freeze the fruit first, you can even skip the ice!

Delicious dippers - Kids love to dip their foods. Whip up a quick dip for veggies with yogurt and sea-sonings such as herbs or garlic. Serve with raw vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or cauliflower. Fruit chunks go great with a yogurt and cinnamon or vanilla dip.

Caterpillar kabobs - Assemble chunks of melon, apple, orange, and pear on skewers for a fruity ka-bob. For a raw veggie version, use vegetables like zucchini, cucumber, squash, sweet peppers, or to-matoes.

Personalized pizzas - Set up a pizza-making station in the kitchen. Use whole-wheat English muffins, bagels, or pita bread as the crust. Have tomato sauce, low-fat cheese, and cut-up vegetables or fruits for toppings. Let kids choose their own favorites. Then pop the pizzas into the oven to warm.

Fruity peanut butterfly - Start with carrot sticks or celery for the body. Attach wings made of thinly sliced apples with peanut butter and decorate with halved grapes or dried fruit.

-Military Community and Family Policy—June 2012 eMag

Kid-Friendly Fruits and Veggies

Is your teenager looking for something to do this summer? Consider the following suggestions and plan together with your teen. Help him define what he needs most: school credit, money or experience. Your teenager may want to start earning money. Help your child decide what's most important: the amount of money earned or the quality of the experience. Some work options:

Encourage your teen to become an entrepreneur. Consider lawn mowing, house painting, dog walking, pet sitting, babysitting. Check out local business regulations.

Find seasonal work. Think beyond life guarding. Teens could be a camp counselor or even a ranch hand. Parks often need help. What these jobs lack in money they make up for in experience.

Seek an internship, paid or unpaid. Start early if your teen wants a paid internship. Net-working is best, but colleges, websites and books also list internships. Help your teen pick something of interest.

Volunteer. This looks great on a résumé, but the real dividends come from the emotional rewards.

Summer Work Options for Teens

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SECO for Spouses SECO Career Counseling Services Can Save You Time & Money

Why would a military spouse want to use Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO) Career Counseling Services? They are offered at no-cost and are available by calling the Military OneSource Spouse Career Center at (800) 342-9647 or by visiting the Career & Education Section online. SECO Career Counselors can help you make smart career decisions that will save you time and money, and most importantly, put you onto a portable career path that is just right for you. SECO Career Counselors can help you:

Explore the world of work - within the United States and overseas.

Learn about the labor market, today's economy, and future forecasts.

Identify "Military Friendly Employers" who want to hire, retain, and promote spouses.

Learn about Federal Employment, Spouse Preference, and Special Hiring Authorities.

Learn what wages to expect in different geographic locations.

Identify your personal values, career interests, aptitudes, skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Learn about "portable" career and flexible work options.

Learn strategies for overcoming mobile lifestyle challenges caused by frequent relocations.

Choose a career field, occupation, and career path with upward mobility.

Learn about programs of study, licenses, and credentials that will lead to career success.

Identify scholarships, financial aid, internships, and fellowships.

Find a mentor or career coach in your chosen profession.

Learn how to plan for and balance the demands of family life and professional life - child care, transportation, stress, time and anger management, supervisory, and communication skills.

Make on-going education, career, and employment decisions.

Learn self-marketing techniques - effective résumé writing, interview skills, elevator speeches, and networking skills.

Find job fairs designed especially for military spouses.

Use the MSEP Jobs Career Portal and USAJobs Portal to match yourself to available public and private sector job openings, post your résumé, and apply for jobs.

Learn how to negotiate an equitable salary and benefit package.

Let SECO and My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) know when you have completed your program of study and found employment - we want and need to hear your success stories!

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Upcoming Webinars

What You Auto Know

Monday, July 16, 2012, 2:00 p.m. EST Thursday, July 19, 2012, 10:00 a.m. EST Tuesday, July 24, 2012, 8:00 p.m. EST.

Whether you're buying a new or used car - or leasing - you'll need to do some homework before you start shopping. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation's consumer protection agency, has tips to help you stay on the road to safety and savings. Spending time now may save you serious money later.

Guardianship/Estate Planning: Questions to Answer before you Speak to an Attorney

Friday, July 20, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST

Presented by Tricia Madden, J.D.

When planning for the needs of an individual with special needs, much consideration is required. This is especially true when selecting and going to an attorney for legal advice. Before that, parents and advocates have to answer a lot of questions themselves and gather essential information, which takes serious thought and decisions.

This webinar will help point out to parents how to work through the process of gathering the necessary information, effectively evaluating their needs, and preparing them to have meaningful conversations with an attorney.

New Parent Support Program

Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. EST Thursday, July 26, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST

Presented by Mary Campise This webinar will discuss important changes to DoD policy governing the New Parent Support Program (NPSP), DoD Instruction 6400.05. Participants will learn how these changes will impact NPSP service delivery and how to use the Strengthening Families framework to help expecting and new parents build research-based protective factors that help them cultivate a family environment that promotes optimal child and youth development and increases overall family well-being.

What is Physical Therapy?

Monday, August 6, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST

Presented by Presented by Julie McDonald

This webinar provides an introduction to the benefits of physical therapy within the rehabilitation plan of care. Using case scenarios, we will investigate the physical therapist's role in evaluating and treating movement dysfunction as it relates to illness and injury. We will also explore access to physical therapy services as well as the benefits of physical therapy treatment for various age populations facing disability.

TO REGISTER: To register for any of these webinars or to access archived webinars, please visit the Military One Source Webinars page. www.militaryonesource.com → Community → Webinars

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Is there Science Behind Scams?

Investment scams are getting more sophisticated and scammers are quite talented at deceiving people, resulting in more victims.

"It's becoming increasingly difficult to recognize investment scams," said Carrie Hurt, CEO for the Council of Bet-ter Business Bureaus (BBB). "Scammers are using real-life situations, faking the websites of legitimate busi-nesses, and sharpening their skills to outwit even savvy investors. Scam artists are experienced at the art of per-suasion, and know which questions to ask to make you most susceptible to their pitch."

Ever wonder how scammers do what they do? FINRA Investor Education Foundation provides some interesting theories on the science behind scams. Here are some of the most common tactics:

The "Phantom Riches" Tactic - dangling the prospect of wealth, enticing you with something you want but

can't have. "These gas wells are guaranteed to produce $6,800 a month in income."

The "Source Credibility" Tactic - trying to build credibility by claiming to be with a reputable firm or to have a

special credential or experience. "Believe me, as a senior vice president of XYZ Firm, I would never sell an invest-ment that doesn't produce."

The "Social Consensus" Tactic - leading you to believe that other savvy investors have already invested. "This

is how ___ got his start. I know it's a lot of money, but I'm in - and so is my mom and half her church - and it's worth every dime."

The "Reciprocity" Tactic - offering to do a small favor for you in return for a big favor. "I'll give you a break on

my commission if you buy now - half off."

The "Scarcity" Tactic - creating a false sense of urgency by claiming limited supply. "There are only two units

left, so I'd sign today if I were you."

Never rush when making any purchasing decision, and don't be afraid to say no and walk away. For more tips on smart buying, donating and investing, go to the BBB website.

Things Customers Must Know Before Using Defense Personal Property System

To improve your moving experience and streamline the process for those who support it, the Department of Defense (DoD) developed a new program called the Defense Personal Property Program (DP3). This new pro-gram focuses on meeting the needs of Armed Forces Members, DoD Civilian Employees and their families by promoting a higher service quality. The backbone of the DP3 is the Defense Personal Property System (DPS) which automates and simplifies your personal property move process.

First time DPS users must obtain an Electronic Transportation Acquisition (ETA) login Identification (ID) and pass-word before accessing DPS.

To obtain an ETA login ID and password, go to the Move.mil website.

Once you have accessed Move.mil, click on the DPS Registration tab.

Once you have accessed the DPS Registration tab, click on DoD Service Member and Civilian Registration.

After the registration, scroll to the bottom of the page and select "submit".

Relocating?

6115 N Hills Circle

Charlotte, NC 28213

Phone: 704-598-0015

Fax: 704-598-0070

Useful Websites and Contacts

Military One Source: www.militaryonesource.com

Military Home Front: www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil

Military Spouses: www.milspouse.com

Marine Parents: www.marineparents.com

Blue Star Mothers: www.bluestarmothers.org

Marine Corps Community Services: www.usmc-mccs.org

Military Pay: www.dfas.mil/militarypay.html

Tricare: www.tricare.mil/mybenefit

American Red Cross: www.redcross.org

Marine Forces Reserve: www.marforres.usmc.mil

Official Marine Corps Website: www.marines.mil

DStress: www.dstressline.com or 877-476-7734

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-TALK ((8255)

National Resource Directory: www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov

4th Maintenance Battalion

“USMC:

Improvise.

Adapt.

Overcome”

ATTN: CHARLOTTE MARINES

Ball Tickets for Sale

Pvt-LCpl: $35 each

Cpl-Sgt: $40 each

SNCO’s, Officers, Civilians: $45 each

To take advantage of this price, tickets MUST be purchased by the end of August Drill. After August Drill weekend, the ticket price will go up.