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GUNFIGHTER WELLNESS
January 2015
Employment
TAP Seminar
(MANDATORY FOR SEPERATION/RETIREMENT)
5-9 Jan 0730-1600 @ A&FRC...Call 828-2458
A successful job search requires planning and resources.
This 5-day workshop covers the job search process from
start to finish. Topics include resumes, interviewing, negotiation, veteran’s benefits, medical insurance options, and
much more.
** Must complete Presep before attending**
Presep Military Benefits & Entitlements
(MUST ATTEND BEFORE TAP CLASS)
15 or 29 Jan 0900-1030 @ A&FRC...Call 828-2458
Learn about the thousands of dollars worth of benefits, training resources, and services available to assist you and your
spouse to make a smoother transition to civilian life..
Career Technical Training Track
21-22 Jan 0800-1500 @ A&FRC…828-2458
The Career Technical Training Track* is designed to assist
you in: Defining technical career goals, Identifying required
credentials, Finding career technical training opportunities,
Identifying local Veteran resources, Utilizing your VA education benefits. For an optimal experience in this track, VA recommends completion of the Core GPS program prior to attending (TAP CLASS). When available, please bring your
Individual Transition Plan (ITP), Military Service Transcripts,
O*Net Self-Assessment / MOC Crosswalk results and your
personal budget
How to Apply for a Federal Job
30 Jan 0900-1100 @ A&FRC … 828-2458
Learn tips on writing federal job resumes; how to navigate
USA Jobs Website; who is eligible for a VRA Appointment
and lots more.
Family
Give Parents a Break
10 Jan 0830—1630 @ CDC or Youth Center...828-2458
Need to register 10 days prior
Free childcare for Air Force families experiencing significant
stress. Giving parents an opportunity to enjoy social or recreational activities while trained staff members provide age
appropriate activities for children. Dates are subject to
change.
Baby Care Basics
14 Jan 0930—1100 @ Dental Conf Rm...828-7226/7584
paula.cumber@us.af.mil, nancie.brininger.ctr@us.af.mil
Learn the essentials of basic care and safety for that new
member of the family, whether this is your first or second
child.
OB Orientation
21 Jan 0900—1200 @ Med Group Training Rm
828-7226/7584
paula.cumber@us.af.mil, nancie.brininger.ctr@us.af.mil
Did you recently find out you were expecting a baby?
Whether this is your first or fifth child, this informative class
will provide resources available to you to and your spouse/
partner as you prepare to welcome a new addition to your
family.
1-2-3 Magic
21 Jan 1730-2030 @ @ A&FRC…828-2458
Learn how to control obnoxious behavior, encourage
good behavior, and strengthen the bond between the
parent and child. Designed for children 2-12
Bundles for Babies
22 Jan 1400-1600 @ @ A&FRC…828-2458
Becoming a parent is a life-changing event. You will receive instruction on pre and post-natal exercises and a
‘Budgeting for Baby’ financial brief. You will also be introduced to other AF Aid society programs that can assist
parents. Upon completion of the class, receive a free
“bundle” from the AF Aid Society and Gerber Company.
Happiest Baby on the Block
22 Jan 1300—1500 @ Dental Conf Rm...828-7226/7584
paula.cumber@us.af.mil, nancie.brininger.ctr@us.af.mil
Learn 5 ways to calm a crying baby. This class is a must for
all expecting and new parents!
New Parent Support Program Playgroup
27 Jan 0900—1030 @ Balfour Beatty LifeWorks
828-7566/7584
paula.cumber@us.af.mil, nancie.brininger.ctr@us.af.mil
This is a great place for your child to socialize and play with
other children. Parents will also have the opportunity to socialize as well as gain tools to parent their child through
different developmental stages. Hosted by the New Parent
Support Nurses. The playgroup is for ages birth to 5.
Financial
Survivor Benefit Plan
6 Jan 1600 @ A&FRC...828-2458
When a retiree dies, the retired pay stops. Survivor Benefit
Plan is a way to ensure your spouse and/or dependent children continue to receive a portion of your retired pay. Individuals planning on retiring are welcome to attend the Survivor Benefit Plan briefing. It is better to get the information
early so you have time to research other options. Since the
decision the retiree makes affects the spouse, they are encouraged to attend the briefing.
Financial
Common Cents
20 Jan 1300—1500 @ A&FRC...828-2458
You probably know how much money you made last month,
but do you know how much you spent? Learn to put your
financial house in order, find hidden spending, keep more of
what you make, and other skills that will help you take control of your money.
Personal Financial Refresher
28 Jan 1300—1500 @ A&FRC...828-2458
Hone your money skills from budgeting to retirement and
everything in between.
Health
Better Body Better Life
8 Jan 1400-1600 @ HAWC...828-1238
Tracy.green.ctr@us.af.mil
Designed for individuals seeking to improve their health and
fitness through successful weight management. This is a 4
week program that includes one on one help from a registered dietician, exercise physiologist, and health educator to
ensure each participant gets the knowledge and help necessary to successfully manage their weight through proper
nutrition and physical activity. This program will include fitness and nutrition information as well as activities to help
you identify personal goals, set realistic expectations for
improvement, and build a plan to achieve those goals.
Running Clinic
8 & 22 Jan 1400-1600 @ HAWC...828-3182
Richmond.myhre.1@us.af.mil
Designed for individuals seeking to learn the fundamentals
of natural running. The class covers proper running technique as well as drills to further improve individual efficiency
while running.
Healthy Heart Class
13 Jan 1330-1430 @ Nutritional Med Clinic...828-7862
Jennifer.randolph@us.af.mil
Course is designed to improve the eating habits of individuals who have a family history of High Blood Pressure and/or
High Cholesterol or who have been diagnosed with these
conditions. Members will learn how to reduce sodium intake, choose healthier fats, read food labels, and keep a
food log to help prevent strokes, heart attacks, kidney disease, etc. This is a 2-part class.
Fresh Start Tobacco Cessation
14 Jan 1400-1600
28 Jan 0800-1000 @ HAWC...828-2175
Mark.tschampl.1@us.af.mil
Designed to help participants stop smoking by providing
them with all of the essential information and strategies
needed to direct their own efforts at stopping. The program
focuses on an active pragmatic approach to quitting smoking through active participation and group support.
**Participation is mandatory for prescription of nicotine replacement medications.**
Healthy Eating Class
26 Jan 0930-1030 @ Nutritional Med Clinic...828-7862
Jennifer.randolph@us.af.mil
This class teaches members how to consume the right quantities of food from all food groups in order to help live and
lead a healthier lifestyle. Participants will learn how to prepare delicious meals and snacks for a balanced daily meal
plan.
Personal
Sleep Enhancement Class
Mondays 0900—1000; 4 sessions—can start anytime
@ Mental Health Conf Rm...Call 828-7580, or 7226
luke.pretulak@us.af.mil
Are your sleeping problems keeping you up at night? Learn
skills to improve your sleep hygiene and finally get that great
night of sleep!
Men's Family Life Skills Group
Tuesdays 1000—1130
@ Mental Health Conf Rm...828-7520
stephanie.duell.ctr@us.af.mil,
erica.fitzpatrick.2@us.af.mil
This group is run by men and made just for men. A discussion format will be used to cover a variety of men’s issues
such as stress management, anger management, communication skills, personal responsibility, peaceful conflict resolution and how they all relate to men in family/intimate relationships. Referral required.
Communication Skills
Tuesdays (4 sessions) 1100-1200
@ Mental Health Conf Rm ...Call 828-7580
luke.pretulak@us.af.mil
Learn communication skills, conflict resolution, public speaking, and assertive communication skills.
Anger Management
Wednesdays (6 sessions) 0830-1000
@ Mental Health Conf Rm...Call 828-7520, or 7226
stephanie.duell.ctr@us.af.mil, erica.fitzpatrick.2@us.af.mil
Unmanaged anger destroys relationships, families, and individual health. Learn to understand and control your responses to anger. (6 sessions)
Women’s Group: “Changing Patterns”
Thursdays 1000—1130 @ Mental Health Conf Rm
828-7520, or 7226
This group is run by women and made just for women. A
discussion format will be used to cover a variety of women’s
issues such as healthy relationships, boundary setting, dysfunctional family legacies, communication skills, and conflict
resolution. (12 sessions) Referral required.
Stress Management
Thursdays (4 sessions) 1030-1130
@ Mental Health Conf Rm...Call 828-7580
Email: Luke.pretulak@us.af.mil
Your ability to cope with stress increases as you learn and
adopt more coping skills. It is like money in the bank to
weather tough times, the more you have, the better you can
deal with the uncertainties of life.
Classes are FREE and open to all active duty, retiree, civilian employees and their families
Personal
Relaxation Group
Thursdays (4 sessions) 1400-1450
@Mental Health Conf Rm… Call 828-7580
Luke.pretulak@us.af.mil
Ongoing stress can have a negative impact on our lives. In
this group you will learn relaxation skills to help you manage the stress in your life more effectively. This is an experientially based group.
Study Habits
21 Jan 0900—1100 @ A&FRC...828-2458
Successful students have good study habits that make life easier! Learn the basic skills for studying and test taking.
Readiness
Pre-Deployment/Remote Tour Briefing
Thursday’s 1300-1400
Friday’s 0800-0900 @ A&FRC...No Appointment Needed
MANDATORY briefing for AD members leaving for remote
tour or deploying for longer than 30 days. Discussing how
the A&FRC can support them during their remote assignment. Highly encourage spouses to attend. No appointment
needed.
Reintegration Briefing
Mon, Wed, and Fri 1400-1500 @ A&FRC...No appt needed
MANDATORY briefing for AD members returning from deployment, spouses are highly encouraged to attend.
Spouse Pre-deployment and Reintegration Briefings
Available upon request. For large groups (unit deployments), we will set up a large scale Spouse Reintegration
briefing (such as Key Spouse groups) at A&FRC or at unit.
Spiritual
Protestant Youth of the Chapel
Sundays 1600-1730 @ Liberty Chapel
Elizabeth Ritschard at 626-222-2665
Youth Group 6th—12th grade.
Protestant Women of the Chapel
Sundays 0900 to 1100 & 1900-2000 at Liberty Chapel.
Call 828-6417 or email pwocmtnhome@gmail.com
Traditional Protestant Service
Sundays, 1115-1215 @ Liberty Chapel, Call 828-6417
Awana Clubs
Sundays, 1600-1730
@ Liberty Chapel Annex, Call 828-6417
AWANA is a weekly program for children ages 2-5th grade.
For More information about registering your child or volunteering, please contact the Chapel at 828-6417
Catholic Religious Education
4, 11, 25 Jan 1100-1215 @ Liberty Chapel Annex (Jan-May)
Call 828-6987or email Kelly.Gray.3.ctr@us.af.mil
For ages Pre-K (3yrs) to 12th Grade
Catholic Adult Religious Education
4, 11, 25 Jan 1100-1215 @ Liberty Chapel Annex
Email:John.Appiah@us.af.mil
Religious Education for Adults ages 18+ deepening faith
and understanding of the Catholic Church.
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
By Appointment 208-828-6417
Kelly.Gray.3.ctr@us.af.mil or John.Appiah@us.af.mil
Spouse Reunion Briefing
29 Jan 1400-1500 @ A&FRC...No apt needed.
Key Spouse Initial Training
13 Jan 0830—1430/1700—2100
14 Jan 1700-2000@ A&FRC...828-2458
Mandatory training for unit Key Spouse volunteers. Learn
how to create community within your unit. Provide information and referrals and handle crisis calls. Ensuring Gunfighter families are welcomed, connected, and resilient.
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