june 2010 family readiness wire newsletter
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NAVY EXPEDITIONARY INTELLIGENCE COMMAND ! 2ND QUARTER 2010
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Family Readiness Wire
Message From the COCommander John Du!um, USN
Hello Everyone!
Summer is almost upon us, and here in Virginia summer is a wonderful time of the year. With it comes increased opportunity to spend time outdoors with family and friends; in the yard, at the beach, traveling or on the water. So please keep safety in mind as you plan your summer outings. It is important to understand the risks and plan accordingly. There is also opportunity to take advantage of summer-time events or military deals offered through MWR other military sponsors. I urge you to take advantage of these extra’s as benefits of military service. We will be posting information on special offers or events using the command newsletter and Facebook page.
We formally kicked off our Family Readiness Group (FRG)in March and it continues to grow. We asked for volunteers and selected leadership for the command’s Family Readiness Group. I would like to congratulate Michelle Masision
who has been designated as the FRG Chairperson, Lauren Gueret was selected as the Secretary and Crystal Arnold who's serving as Treasurer. Thank you Ladies for volunteering. I hope everyone takes advantage of the FRG and opportunity for support and fun.
I would also like to congratulate our Ombudsman, Stacey, who recently completed Navy’s Ombudsman training. BZ!!
Finally, the beginning of summer ends my time here as Commanding Officer. It has been a very great honor serving with all of you. My wife, Jodi and I would like to thank you for all your support. You pride, professionalism and loving support made our tour an absolutely wonderful experience, thank you.
Fair winds and following seas.
Commanding Officer
"I AM CONVINCED THAT FAMILY READINESS IS TIED DIRECTLY TO COMBAT READINESS,” - CNO MULLEN JULY 2005
NEIC SAILORS DURING CLEAN THE BASE DAY
Family Readiness Recall
Commanding Officer
757-492-8467
Executive Officer
757-492-8454
Command Master Chief
757-375-2933
OMBUDSMAN
757-376-2600
FRG Leader
757-377-4529
Command Fact Sheet:
http://www.public.navy.mil/usff/necc/Documents/07_NEIC_FactSheet.pdf
NEIC Family Readiness Facebook:
Search “Navy Expeditionary Intelligence Command” or visit:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Navy-Expeditionary-Intelligence-Command-NEIC/217773367994
Military OneSource:
http://www.militaryonesource.com
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“WE ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS OUR PEOPLE, AND I BELIEVE OUR PEOPLE ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS THEIR FAMILIES." - CNO, MULLEN, JULY 2006
LIVE TO PLAY, PLAY TO LIVE – SUMMER SAFETY CAMPAIGN KICKS OFF.
I hope everybody is well. The weather is getting better and better every day and the heat of summer is here. The beach, barbeque and family fun are great ways to spend time over the next few months before the cooler weather comes back. The summer safety campaign will soon be in full swing.
The 101 Critical Days of Summer are from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Our goal is that when summer is over, we can look back on it and know we safely took advantage of the good weather the region provides us. As you get back into summer keep in mind the dangers associated with recreational activities you may have not participated during the winter months - such as: boating, grilling, traveling, swimming and motorcycle riding.
It’s important to take a few moments with your family before going on the long road trip or getting the family boat underway and discuss safety.
Here are some other recommendations: ** Insect repellents can protect your children
from insects that commonly bite children, including mosquitoes, gnats, chiggers, etc. Safe and effective insect repellents include those with deet, citronella
and soybean oil. Learn to keep your children safe from insect bites.
**Sun screens can help to protect your child from damage from sun exposure and reduce the risk of skin cancer. Learn to pick a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher and which offers UVA and UVB protection, plus other tips to keep your kids safe in the sun.
**Foodborne illness and food poisoning do increase in the summer months, when the weather is warmer, allowing bacteria to grow faster, and more people are having picnics, barbecues and camping trips. Learn food safety tips to keep your children safe this summertime.
For more Summer Safety Tips visit The Naval Safety Center at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/ .
As a side note it’s unfortunate, but summer is also a time when we see an increase in recreational injuries and deaths due to unsafe practices. Alcohol use causes a significant increase in many of these events. Keep safety on the forefront of your planning and enjoy everything the summer has to offer.
See you at the beach!
Message From the CMCMaster Chief Jason Martin, USN
A PUPPET SHOW DURING OUR FRG MEETING
Special Note: Come meet NEIC’s new Commanding Officer, CDR Laura Hatcher at our next FRG meeting.
When: 6:15, 14 July, 2010Where: London Bridge Baptist Church - Conference Center (West parking lot), 2460 Potters Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23454FOOD: Potluck (Bring a dish to share with attendees)
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OMBUDSMAN’s Corner
Let me take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Stacey, and I was appointed as the NEIC ombudsman in February.
As you probably already know, Ombudsmen are here to assist Navy families. We act as a liaison between the command and families, and we communicate information about command and community resources to families.
Please feel free to email me at [email protected] or call me 757-376-2600 if I can be of any assistance to you. Your questions, comments, complaints, concerns, etc. will all be held in the strictest confidence, within the guidelines defined in OPNAVINST 1750.1E- the Navy Family
Ombudsman instruction. I am available 24 hours a day for emergencies.
One final note: I CANNOT express it enough that Operational Security is HUGE! Please do not post any movements or schedules online at Facebook, Myspace, or even text them! (Ex: my hubby is deploying tomorrow, my hubby is coming home in xx days, or one week!) Even when you have an “official message” about homecoming, please don’t post it! I know it seems unfair, but you must realize that the safety of our sailors is our number one priority.
"WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE BEST POSSIBLE RESOURCES TO SUPPORT OUR FAMILIES AND TO THE CONTINUING DEVELOPMENT OF NEW AND INNOVATIVE WAYS TO IMPROVE FAMILY SUPPORT." - COMNECC RADM POTTENGER JUN 2009
TLC...Every Navy deployment is different -
renegotiating roles and responsibilities, requiring emotional support and stress management. Sesame Street’s ongoing “Talk, Listen, Connect (TLC)” initiative provides support and offers significant resources for military families with young children who are experiencing the effects of deployments, homecomings, changes due to a combat-related injury and more.
The Sesame Street Family Connections Web site is bilingual (English/Spanish), child-centered and allows children and adults to interact and stay connected when distance makes everyday communication difficult. With the help of their
favorite Sesame Street friends, family members can compose encouraging messages to each other, share artwork and video, upload photos and get answers to some questions they may have but didn’t know how to ask. To get started, go to www.SesameStreetFamilyConnections.org
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YMCA Military Outreach InitiativeThe Armed Services YMCA and Department of Defense Outreach Initiative offers YMCA
memberships to eligible military families and personnel who may not have access to a nearby military facility. Eligible military families and personnel include:
- Family members of deployed National Guard and Reservists. - Active Duty Independent Duty personnel and their families as approved by their Military Service
Headquarters. - Relocated spouses and family members of deployed Active Duty personnel.
GUIDELINES:The Department of Defense will underwrite memberships at participating YMCAs for an initial six-
month period for each eligible family and service member. Membership renewals in subsequent six-month intervals (up to 12 or 18 months depending on eligibility) will be funded based on a military family’s or service member’s ability to meet the participation requirement of eight visits to a YMCA each month.
RESPITE CHILD CARE:In addition, the Outreach Initiative offers respite child care services for children whose parent or guardian needs temporary respite from their role as primary caregiver in the absence of a deployed spouse.
Call your local YMCA directly and ask to speak with the Membership Director who can provide information about the initiative.
Contact Military OneSource at www.militaryonesource.com or 800-342-9647 to confirm eligibility and receive an eligibility form.
Bread Program! This Bread Program is free to all military in the Hampton Roads area. Product availability varies but usually includes bagels, sandwich bread, buns, and sweets.
All you need to do is: sign in with name, family size, rank/rate, and whole address including zip code. You must show military I.D. Please bring and only fill one NORMAL sized grocery bags. Cakes, cookies or sweets are limited to 1 item per
household. After everyone has filled one bag, participants my have more based on their family’s consumption needs. Bread pick up starts at ten AM.
For more information goto http://www.asymcahr.org/asymca-family-military-support.php
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Run: Date: Location:Run with the Chiefs 5K Aug 20, 2010 Naval Station NorfolkRed, White & Blue 5K Sep 8, 2010 NNSYFall Frenzy 5K Sep 24, 2010 NWS YorktownPink Ribbon 5K Oct 6, 2010 NMCPFleet Day 8K Trail Run Oct 15, 2010 Cheatham AnnexPumpkin Patch 5K Oct 20, 2010 NAS OceanaMonster Dash 5K Oct 29, 2010 Naval Station NorfolkBack in Time 5K Nov 3, 2010 Dam Neck AnnexTurkey Trot 5K Nov 18, 2010 NSA NorfolkReindeer Run 5K Dec 8, 2010 JEB West (Little Creek)Army/Navy 10K Challenge Dec 11, 2010 JEB East (Fort Story)
Angel Food MinistriesAngel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing food relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. Each month's menu is different and consists of fresh, frozen and packaged food.
The cost for a box of Angel Food is $30. There is no purchase limit for boxes of Angel Food. There are no applications or qualifications necessary to purchase. Angel Food is available in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. Each month's menu is different than the previous month and consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $60. Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single senior citizen for almost a month.
Visit https://www.angelfoodministries.com/ for more information on this program.
Visit https://www.cnic.navy.mil/Oceana/MWR/index.htm for more info.
Meeting every 4th Friday
of the Month 10:00 am-noon
FFSC Oceana at 433-2912
Wadsworth Shores Housing Community Center, corner of Birdneck Rd and Prosperity Rd.
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSE Support Group
Join other Foreign-Born Spouses
and share your experiences, develop
friendships, and discuss the
American Culture.
Adjusting to Life in the US?
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WEBSITE: www.ffscnorva.navy.mil
Little Creek
462-7563
Newport News
688-NAVY
Norfolk
444-2102
Northwest
421-8770
Oceana
433-2912
Yorktown
887-4606
Topics Addressed Citizenship & Immigration
Calling all Military Foreign-Born Spouses
2009 June 25
FFSC Oceana, Bldg. 531
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
October 20 FFSC Oceana, Bldg. 531
9:00a am - 3:00 pm
FOREIGN-BORN SPOUSEWorkshop
KIDS CORNER
Color by Number
Word Puzzle