Joint Base Langley Eustis

Airman & Family

Readiness Center

January - March

2018 **

** Revised as of 25 Jan 18

$$ MILITARY SAVES WEEK 26 Feb -3 Mar $$

THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN (TSP) 27 Feb, 1200-1300

BLENDED RETIRMENT SYSTEM (BRS) 27 Feb, 1300-1400

CONSUMER AWARENESS 28 Feb, 1200-1330

MILITARY INVESTOR EDUCATION & TRAINING 1 Mar, 0800-1000

COLLEGE BOUND 1 Mar, 1730-1930

COUPONING 101 2 Mar, 1200-1330

Bateman Library, 42 Ash Ave., Bldg. 161 Please call 764-3990 to register

UNDERSTANDING VA MEDICAID WAIVERS Medicaid Waivers were developed to encourage people with disabilities and the elderly to access

services in their homes and communities. An individual receiving services are also entitled to all other services

that are available to persons on Medicaid. This workshop will explain VA Waivers.

22 Feb, 1000-1130 Please call 764-3990 to register

PERSONAL & FAMILY

WORKLIFE

PERSONAL

FINANCIAL MGMT Please call 764-3990 to reserve your seat!

FINANCE FOR FIRST DUTY STATION OFFICERS Come learn about financial resources that will

help you as a supervisor or with your peers. 9, 23 Jan 6, 20 Feb 6, 20 Mar

1300 - 1400 *Mandatory for all First Duty Station Officers*

EXITING THE DORMS Are you considering exiting the dorms? This workshop is for you! We’ll help you create a move out budget, get information on the process from Dorm Management,

Housing, and the Legal Office. 11 Jan, 8 Feb, 8 Mar, 1300 -1500

633 FSS Auditorium Rm 203

GIVE PARENTS A BREAK Free childcare for active duty AF families feeling stress due to deployments, remotes, TDYs, caring for a child

with special needs, or an emergency situation. For children 6 weeks to 12 years old.

20 Jan, 17 Mar, Saturday, 0900 -1400 16 Feb, Friday, 1830 -2230

Registration open the 1st- 10th of each month.

BUNDLES FOR BABIES Topics include budgeting for your new baby and new parent support resources. Eligible participants will

receive an AAFES gift card. 21 Feb, 1430 -1630

Call 764-3990 to register

HEART LINK SPOUSE ORIENTATION

The goal of Heart Link is to enhance mission readi-ness and empower spouses. Participants will gain

knowledge about the Air Force mission, culture, agen-cies, and programs. Lunch is complimentary and free

child care is provided on a space available basis. 15 Feb, 0830 –1430 Register NLT 13 Feb

A&FRC Classroom Rm 101

MILITARY & FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS PROGRAM

757-755-5511

CHILD & YOUTH BEHAVIORAL PROGRAM 757-323-1537

Need to talk? We’re here to help.

Provides short term solution focused counseling services to Service Members and their families

SURVIVOR BENEFITS PLAN (SBP) RETIREES Are you retiring? Do you know which state you will retire in? Does that state tax retired pay? These and

many other questions pertaining to retirement can be answered during our SBP retirement class.

Please call 764-3990 to register 15 Feb, 1400 -1500

Bateman Library

Join Us On Facebook & Twitter www.facebook.com/afrclangley

@AFRC_Langley

HOME BUYING & HOME SELLING SEMINARS

Are you looking to Buy or Sell a Home?

Contact the Housing Office to Register Langley: 764-5040 Ft. Eustis: 878-2977

Classes are offered monthly AIR FORCE AID

SOCIETY

EFMP

AF RESPITE PROGRAM Through this Air Force funded program, eligible Air Force families may receive up to 12 hours of respite

care per month at no cost. For more information about USAF EFMP Respite Care, contact

NACCRRA Child Care Aware at 1-800-424-2246

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS JOB FAIR

15 Mar, 0900-1400 Fort Eustis Club

2123 Pershing Ave. Ft. Eustis, VA Open to ALL Veterans, Active Duty,

Reservist, National Guard, Coast Guard, Retirees, and Military Spouses

Call 878-4955 for more information

ADVOCATING FOR YOUR CHILD’S SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS

Helping your child have a successful school experience can be challenging. This workshop will provide

information to further aide your efforts to advocate for your child’s education.

15 Mar, 1030-1130 Please call 764-3990 to register

EFMP RESPITE PLANNING COUNCIL EFMP respite program-Hampton Roads resource and referral agency for reliable respite care. The planning

council helps parents make the most informed decision when choosing providers to care for their child. The Planning Council ensure quality and licensed respite

providers for the Air Force. 31 Jan, 1030-1130 Via Facebook Live:

http://www.facebook.com/EFMPLangleyEustis

SURVIVOR BENEFITS

COMMUNITY EVENTS COUNCIL (CEC)

Increase awareness levels of all community residents concerning initiatives, programs,

activities, and facilities.

Bayview Commonwealth Center 25 Jan, 22 Feb, 22 Mar, 1000 -1100

TSP - 12 Jan, 9 Feb, 9 Mar, 1400-1600

BUDGETING 101 - 17 Jan, 0900-1030

CREDIT MANAGEMENT 101 - 17 Jan, 1030 - 1200

BRS - 19 Jan, 16 Mar, 1400-1600

CAR BUYING 101 - 14 Feb, 0900 - 1030

SAVING & INVESTING – 14 Feb, 1030-1200

INSURANCE NEEDS - 7 Mar, 0930-1030

Please call 764-3990 to register

DEPLOYED FAMILY VALENTINE’S BOWLING

Is your loved one deployed this Valentine’s Day?

If so, your family can join us for

FREE bowling, pizza, and soft drinks.

Open to all deployed families

10 Feb, 1300 - 1500 Langley Lanes

75 Nealy Ave. Bldg. 252, Langley, VA

To register call 764-3990 no later than 8 Feb

TRANSITION

ASSISTANCE

RELOCATION

PLEASE SEE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE FOR JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS

EMPLOYMENT

PROGRAM

RESUME WRITING

Learn to write an effective resume

3 Jan, 7 Feb, 7 Mar ,

FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

Learn the fundamentals of applying for federal jobs and strategies for online applications.

17 Jan, 21 Feb, 21 Mar, 0930 -1200

PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING Congressionally mandated for all transitioning

service members. Pre-Sep is a prerequisite for TGPS(TAP). You will receive an overview of your benefits/entitlements and complete

the mandatory DD Form 2648. Time/Location: 0800-1200, Bateman Library

18 Jan 1, 15 Feb 8, 22 Mar

TRANSITION GPS WORKSHOP The mandatory five-day workshop prepares

separating and retiring military members with the skill and knowledge needed for transitioning into the civilian sector. Please call for more information.

Time/Location: 0800-1600, Bateman Library 8-12, 22-26 Jan 5-9 Feb 12-16, 26-30 Mar

VA DISABILITY WORKSHOP

Participants will complete VA Form 21-526, Veterans Application for Compensation. Please

bring copies of your retirement/separation orders, marriage & child birth certificates.

8 Jan, 12 Mar, 0930-1330

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES Learn valuable interviewing techniques to land a job

13 Feb, 0900-1200

REINTEGRATION BRIEFING

Mandatory briefing provided upon return from deployment to ease the reintegration process.

Registration Required Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.

No children please.

Every Tuesday & Thursday, 0800-0930

Building 351, Room 126/127 60 West Flightline

PRE-DEPLOYMENT BRIEFING

Learn about the practical and emotional effects of deployments and services available to support you and/

or your family. Must be in uniform. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend.

No children please; Registration Required

Every Tuesday & Thursday, 1000-1130 Mandatory for Out-Processing.

Building 351 Room 126/127 60 West Flightline

SPONSORSHIP TRAINING Mandatory Sponsorship Training is

available online: http://apps.militaryonesource.mil

NEWCOMERS ORIENTATION

9, 23 Jan 6, 20 Feb 6, 20 Mar Bayview Commonwealth Center

Virginia Ballroom This newcomers orientation is mandatory for

incoming service members. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Please call if interested in

PCS Child Care. A Family Child Care Provider List is available.

Time: 0730 - 1200

PLAN MY MOVE

A PCS preparation seminar for active duty and spouses. Clears service member from

virtual MPF processing tasks.

3, 17, 31 Jan 14, 28 Feb 14, 28, Mar

Time: 1300 - 1400 Please call 764-3990 to register

ENTREPRENEUR TRACK (Boots 2 Business)

Two-day Self-Employment Intensive Training Workshop

5-6 Mar, 0800-1600, Bateman Library

The Child Care for PCS Program is intended to help relieve stress felt by Air Force families during a PCS move. Air Force Aid will pay for 20 hours of child care (per child) in AF certified Family Care

homes. Bring a copy of your PCS orders and we’ll issue a certificate which is good 60 days before the

family’s departure from Langley. Get one at the new base, too!

AMVETS Thinking of filing a claim with the Department of

Veterans Affairs for disability compensation, please take advantage of the expert services provided by a VA

accredited & trained National Service Officer. By Appointment Only

To make an appointment email: av.nso.russ@gmail.com

CAREER TECHNICAL TRAINING TRACK Define technical career goals, identify Credentials,

find career technical opportunities that identify local Veteran resources/utilize VA education benefits

12-13 Feb, 0800-1600, Bateman Library

READINESS

VA STAND ALONE For service members that choose to opt out of TGPS.

(Eligibility: Retirees, Separatees accepted at an accredited college/university or confirmed

Employment.) Must provide ALL Career Readiness Standards/deliverables for Capstone

29 Jan, 19 Mar, 0800-1600

MARKETING YOURSELF FOR A SECOND CAREER Targets the needs of transitioning members. Includes civilian job market strategies, employer perceptions,

and strengthening resumes. 29 Jan, 0830-1100

RESUME REVIEW SERVICES Are you confident about your resume? Prepared for

an interview? To schedule an individual appointment

call 764-3990

SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP Learn techniques to enhance your job search effort and

ensure results. Explore LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social links with Sultan Camp, a well known

social media recruiting specialist. 31 Jan, 0930-1200

EMPLOYERS PANEL Meet with local companies and learn about the ideal

job applicant, how to make a good impression, ace an interview, and dress for success.

8 Feb, 0900-1100