The Family Flyer - Town of Marshfield

The Family Flyer
April 26 2013
Su ppo r ti ng Mi l i ta r y F a m i li es
C a pe C od — Sou thea s ter n M a s sa chu s etts — SE New E ngla n d
Beehive Supplemental Food
Program for Military Families
Enrollment: Currently Open
Submissions are currently being taken for
participation in a monthly supplemental
food program open to military families of all
branches, with children AND who have a
unit or home with a Cape Cod zip code.
This program is designed to ease the financial challenges of families who perhaps do
not qualify for other programs. For full
details email or call Erin 508—968—4855.
Space is limited.
Cape Cod MWR Spring Fling
USCG Hanger 3172, Air Station Cape Cod, Bourne MA
11am-1pm on SAT 27 APR
Open to all MWR Patrons!
Stars, Stripes and Saddles: A Week Long Day Camp!
July 15 through 19, 2013 from 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. @ 809 Sandwich Rd., East Falmouth, MA 02536
Application Deadline: SAT 01 JUN (Ages 10 –13)
Smithfield Farms and Operation Military Kids (OMK) are partnering up to offer a week long day camp to youth
who are experiencing the deployment of a loved one. In addition to the typical horse camp experience, special
programming focused on being part of a military family in a safe and caring environment.
Tentative activities: *Working with your horse (learning proper techniques for ground work),
*Grooming and tacking up, * Formal scheduled lesson, * Untacking horses and cooling them
off, * Cleaning and prepping a stall, * OMK related component, * Lunch, * Miniature Horse
Time, * OMK related art/music activity, *Games on horseback, and * Trail Riding.
Offered to military children ages 10 to 13 years old. Consideration will first be given to
youth currently experiencing a deployment or in the deployment cycle. To register contact
Kerry Bickford, OMK coordinator by email or call (508) 375—6695.
The $295 fee for this program is waived thanks to OMK & Smithfield Farms!
B.A.T.T.L.E.M.I.N.D. : A Seminar for Police, Fire, First Responders,
Medical Professionals, Veterans, their Families and the Community
MON 06 MAY from 6:30—8:30 p.m.
@ Gus Canty Community Center, 790 Main Street, Falmouth, MA 02540
The military mindset of a soldier is not easily understood by family members or
civilian counterparts. Awareness of the reintegration process can assist the
service member in the transition from "soldier to civilian".
Presenter, Kevin Lambert, is the Director of Special Programs for the
Massachusetts Dept. of Veterans Services. B.A.T.T.L.E.M.I.N.D will
focus on a better understanding of the psychological and social stressors endured by service members during their deployment and upon
returning home. This information will aid family members, as well as
the community, in better assisting them with the transition process.
The seminar is open to the public and free of charge. Registration is not necessary but to ensure a copy of
materials or for more information please contact [email protected].
Boston Red Sox host Hiring our Heroes Opportunity Fair
& Red Sox Tickets
THU 23 May 23 from 10 a.m.—2 p.m.
@ Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215
This exclusive hiring fair is open ONLY to active duty military, veterans, members of the
National Guard and reserve components, and military spouses. There is no cost to attend.
Job Seeker who pre-register for this event will be issued a complimentary game tickets for the evening match-up
between the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians. When checking in for this event, you will be given your
admission ticket. While you are an honored guest at this sporting event, acceptance of this ticket means that you
accept all of the terms of attendance at the game in accordance of the rules of Fenway Park. If attendance exceeds expectations, ticket availability cannot be guaranteed , so register early!
Job-seeker registration and service verification will begin starting at 9:30 a.m. in advance of admission to the hiring fair. The hiring fair will run from 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Please plan accordingly - you will NOT be able to
stay at the venue between the time the hiring fair closes and the time the gates open for admission to the game
that evening. Click here to view the event flyer.
Registration: Job seekers click here ; Questions: email [email protected] or call 202-463-5807
Home Base Program Care Packages
Do you know of a military service member currently deployed to Afghanistan, Iraq or Kuwait? Email [email protected] with their
name and APO address by April 29 and Home Base Program will
send them a care package! The care packages will be assembling these
during the Run-Walk to Home Base at Fenway Park on May 4. Note:
individual should be deployed at least until June 1.
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USCG Run to Remember (R2R) Cape Cod
SAT 18 MAY @ 10 a.m. at the Cape Cod Canal
Join in to remember the fallen Coast Guard men and women and honor their memory.
CG Remember: Cape Cod will be a gathering where we will come together to run 4.0
miles along the Cape Cod Canal. The run will begin at the east end of the bikeway on
the south side of the canal near the Coast Guard Station. If you plan on attending be
sure to click "Join" on their Facebook page and let them know! The event is open to ALL including active members, reservists, auxilarists, families, and friends. A suggested donation of $10 is recommended. Visit
www.cgremember.com to learn more about the mission behind this event.
9th Annual Troops in the Spotlight
Kmart Plaza * Route 132 * Hyannis, MA
11:30am Sunday May 26th thru Monday May 27th at noon
All are welcome to this free 24-hour event to honor and support our troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan,
our Veterans, our Wounded Warriors, our Gold Star Heroes and their families.
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Meet and greet members of our military, thank them for their service to our country
Send a free video message to our deployed troops. Make a card to go in a care package.
Race the Army National Guard Go Carts!
Displays of military equipment and vehicles.
Free Dog Tags from the U.S. Army. Face painting for the kids!
Support the Troops Raffle with many great prizes including Red Sox Tickets
Information on Veterans Benefits, Support for military families, etc
Donation Drive: During this 24-hour event there will be an on-going donation drive to collect items for care
packages and monetary donations to help with the cost of shipping.
Volunteer Opportunity: Military members who would like to participate by standing at attention for a one-hour
shift can contact Cape Cod Care for the Troops by email or call 774—216—9052 for details.
Hosted by Cape Cod Cares for the Troops . For more information visit www.capecod4thetroops.com
Boston Strong 2.62 Mile Benefit Run
SAT 11 MAY - 0830 start, Winchendon, MA
Registration Closing Date : Friday, May 10, 2013 @ 11:59 PM US/Eastern
Run starts and ends at the Clark Memorial YMCA in Winchendon, MA
https://www.facebook.com/BostonStrong262MileBenefitRun
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Child & Youth
Operation Military Kids Summer Camps!
http://www.4-hmilitarypartnerships.org/p.aspx?tabid=205
Bundles for Babies
TUE 30 APR from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. @ Hancsom AFB, Bldg 1218
Are you or your spouse in the second or third trimester of pregnancy? If so, please join us
for this practical and informative session. All attendees will receive a baby bundle valued at
$75 and other prize giveaways.
Topics include: • Caring for your newborn, • Budgeting for a new baby, • Car seat safety, • Tricare Coverage,
• Dental care for a new baby, • SIDS/Shaken Baby Syndrome and much more
Bundles for Babies is sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society and is open to expectant military and DoD civilian
parents. Baby bundles are available for AF, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, and Army families. For DoD civilians,
the A&FRC will make up a gift just for you. Dads are encouraged to attend! Call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 781-225-2765 or send us an e-mail at [email protected] to register.
Upcoming “Living in the New Normal” Practicum
TUE 21 MAY @ Wheelock College
Hawes Street Campus, Ladd Room (Brookline 104)
43 Hawes Street, Brookline, MA 02446
THU 23 MAY in Shrewsbury, MA
Independence Hall
59 South Street, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Registration and Breakfast: 8:00 - 8:30 a.m.
Institute Training: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Including a Working Lunch
You are invited to attend the upcoming Living in the New Normal: Helping Children Thrive in Good and Challenging Times. This is offered by The Military Child Education Coalition, a nonprofit organization addressing
the educational needs of children in military families, and it is conducting this training for Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care Providers
Learning Outcomes: * To acquire a basic knowledge of the elements of resilience and its application to militaryconnected children; * To identify and apply resilience-building skills to prepare children for good and challenging times; and * To identify tools and resources to foster resilience in children
Credit Option: Participants may apply for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) credit up to 1.2 CEU (12 hours =
1.2 CEU) upon completion of training. Completion requirements are: * Attendance at 95% of the training ; * A
score of 80% or higher on an end-of-course assessment; and * Completion of an end-of-course evaluation . The
fee for the CEU credit is $25.00, payable upon completion of training.
Contact Information: For more information about this training, other professional development opportunities,
or learner support, please contact Joe Clever at 254-953-1923 x 1110 or [email protected].
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Career Opportunities with MA ARNG Family Programs
Army National Guard (ARNG) Family Assistance Center (FAC) Specialist
Locations: Camp Edwards (Bourne), MA and Wellesley, MA (mobile) Availability: Currently Open
Salary: $41,600 - $44,000 Annual
Deadline for Application: May 1, 2013
Military Personnel Services Corporation (MPSC) is seeking qualified individuals to serve as a Family Assistance Center
(FAC) Specialist for the National Guard. All FAC staff provide family assistance for deployed service members and their
families; serve as the liaison between the chain of command and the chain of concern; and provide assistance to families in
preparing for and coping with all aspects of mobilization. FAC Specialist work closely with the State Family Program Director (SFPD) to ensure Family Assistance services are delivered in accordance with the SOW and the state vision. Note: The
Wellesley FAC position will be mobile and serve assist other FACs with events in addition to locating and documenting
Community Resources throughout the state.
Major responsibilities include (not all inclusive)
· Provide information, assistance, referral, and follow-up services to Servicemembers, Families and Survivors from all
branches of service and components regarding pay/financial issues, military medical benefits, legal issues, ID Cards/
DEERS enrollment, and a wide variety of other Family related issues. Assistance shall be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week and follow-up shall occur within 72 hours of initial contact. All cases shall be documented in the Guard Family Management System (GFMS).
· Coordinate financial assistance from military, governmental and civilian organizations as needed to assist Service Members, Family members and Survivors experiencing financial hardships. This includes referral to appropriate offices, agencies and organizations.
· Develop and maintain a directory of resources, agencies and organizations that are available to assist Service Members,
military Families and Survivors. Additionally, keep abreast of research and policy/legislative changes impacting Service
Members, Family members and Survivors.
· Provide advice and guidance to Family Readiness Groups (FRG’s) as required by the SFPD. They shall assist the FRG
in gathering, collating, maintaining and disseminating information and resources to Families.
Qualifications –
· Broad based knowledge, experience, and skills in the areas of military personnel, human resources, and Family programs as well as an understanding of the ARNG. The contract employee must demonstrate a working knowledge of military well-being programs, Family programs, and the deployment support cycle requirements.
· A self-starter and require minimum oversight.
· Computer literate and proficient in preparing Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint documents.
· Ability to gather information, make recommendations for program improvement, synthesize information, and provide
communication (orally and written) to disseminate information throughout the organization.
· Ability to develop PowerPoint briefings as directed.
· Have a current and valid driver’s license, ability to pass background investigations, with a minimum NACI clearance.
MPSC offers a competitive benefits program which includes: 10 paid vacation/sick days, 10 paid holidays, 401K (w/3%
company match), $50k Life Insurance Policy, and a comprehensive Health and Dental Plan.
Application Instructions: Interested parties should submit a cover letter, a current resume in an email attachments to
[email protected] and [email protected] NLT 5:00 PM EST on May 1, 2013. Email subject lines
must read “MA- Camp Edwards FAC Specialist” or “MA- Wellesley FAC Specialist”, as appropriate. Any resumes
submitted after the deadline, and that do not follow the instructions above will not be accepted.
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Job Fairs & Career Opportunities!!
Greater Boston Veterans Job Fair
Federal Resume Writing and USA Jobs
THU 02 MAY from 12:30—4 p.m.
@ Hanscom AFB
WED 15 MAY from 11 a.m.—2 p.m.
@ Suffolk University Law School
Improve the odds of getting the federal job you want by learning
federal résumé writing skills, all of the above and more. Learn
about free tools and services, how to find job openings, and identify key parts of a Vacancy Announcement during a USAJOBS
website walk-thru, including the Application Manager. Taught by
a former HR Staffing Specialist and member of the Professional
Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches.
Register at [email protected] or call 781-225-2765.
Veteran’s Preference Points
If you are a Veteran you have a couple of
different tools that can give you an edge in
getting a civil service (Federal) job: the Preference Points and Veteran's Recruitment
Appointment rule. Discover more HERE.
Open to all veterans, families & friends!
Visit www.jobnetboston.org or call
617—338—0809 for the latest up-to-date
employer information. Space is limited.
CareerBoat.Com
Search for hundreds of Marine related positions throughout the U.S. Use the “industry
categories” to narrow your job search to
your experience. Look HERE.
SCILS - Jump Start Your Career in Life Sciences!
Academic Training, on-the-job training and career placement
services are available at little to no cost for eligible individuals
through Skilled Careers in Life Sciences (SCILS) Initiative.
Register for a session near you:
30 APR from 2-4pm. BOSTON Call 671-737-0093 to register.
May 3, 10am-12. CAMBRIDGE Call 617-661-7867 to register.
May 9, 10am-noon. QUINCY, Quincy Career Center. Call 617745-4000 to register.
Networking Group Workshops
@ Plymouth Career Center
Workshops run TUEs in MAY 1—2:30p.m.
Ron Loto, “The Super Saleman” provides a
methodical approach to ‘selling yourself’ in
all phases of the job search process.
Four week of tips and techniques, for networking, portfolio building, getting an interview, acing an interview and post interview
dos & don’ts.
Seats will be go fast! Please register to attend
these workshops by calling 508—732—5300
or with your Career Center Job Specialist.
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For Veterans Who Have Had Recent Security Clearances
Cleared Job Fairs
Homeland Security Careers
Security Clearance Expos
Career Fair Calendar
IntelligenceCareers.com
Targeted Job Fairs
You’re Invited to Join “VET NET Plymouth”
All US Veterans are welcome and encouraged to join the
LinkedIn group. Based in Plymouth, MA this VETERANS
NETWORKING Group is comprised of un- and underemployed Veterans, and Massachusetts One Stop Career Center customers. The main focus is on those who live in Metro
Boston South, Norfolk, Plymouth, Bristol, and Barnstable
Counties. Friends & Allies of Veterans to join as well. Find
more here.
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Potential Fraud on VetSuccess.gov
The Department of Veterans Affairs has recently been notified of potential fraudulent attempts to contact Veterans using VetSuccess.gov. These individuals may be operating under company names such as Auto-Desk, Venus
Remedies, or Aesculap Implant Systems. Be aware that these are potential fake inquiries, and you should not
communicate with or send any information to these individuals.
If you are contacted by an individual or company that is requesting to communicate with you through a suspicious communication method, do not communicate with these individuals. If the individual or company has
communicated with you through a suspicious email, do not click on any links in the
email, and do not provide any personal information to the individual. If you have
received a suspicious email, phone call, text, or fax, please report these activities to
the VetSuccess.gov team at [email protected].; if you suspect that you
may be victim of these suspicious activities, please contact the VetSuccess.gov team at
202-461-9600.
Do not share any of the following information with these companies or any other
suspicious party:* Social Security Number or other National Identification Number,
* Driver's License Number, * Bank Account Information, * Credit Card Information,
* Passwords, or *Date of Birth.
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Tickets: Bon Jovi &
Taylor Swift
Massachusetts National Guard
Airman & Family Readiness Program
Cape Cod, MA
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Has the following tickets available for Gillette Stadium:
Bon Jovi on SAT 20 Jul
Taylor Swift on SAT 27 JUL
Call the Portsmouth ITT at (207) 438-2713
for details or information. Note: Open to
active duty personnel, retirees, reservists,
eligible family members, DoD employees
and contractors with base access.
Falcon Golf Course
Erin Creighton
Program Manager
102IW/ A&FRPO
156 Reilly St Box 70
Otis ANG Base, MA 02542
Phone: 508– 968– 4855
Fax: 508– 968– 4846
[email protected]
MA Military Reservation, Bourne MA
The Flynn's Charity Event to benefit the
Wounded Warrior Project on MON 13 MAY
is almost full. Starts at 0900, cost: $75 per person.
Requests to be added or removed from this
distribution list may be sent directly to Erin.
Senior League starts WED 01 MAY .
For questions or to save a spot call Dave at 508—9687—6453.
FREE Movies - Forever!!!!!!!!!!!
To find out what's playing http://www.mwrcapecod.com/forms/roxy_theater_schedule1.pdf
FRI 26 APR @ 7:30
SAT 27 APR @ 4:30
SAT 27 APR @ 7:30
SUN 28 APR @ 2:00
This announcement is provided for the benefit of members of the National Guard. It is intended for informational purposes only
and does not constitute an endorsement by the Massachusetts National Guard, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the
United States Armed Forces. Any participation is solely the responsibility of the individual.