FFSC schedule of events as of Jan. 12

All classes at Port Hueneme unless otherwise noted. Call 982-5037 for more information.

Toll-free appointment scheduling service: 1-866-923-6478, call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Confidential clinical counseling, relocation assistance, resume assistance, financial consultations and many other support services are available at your convenience at the Fleet and Family Support Center.

Life Skills Workshops

Stress Management 101: Learn the basics of handling stress. Call 982-2646 to register. Tues., Jan. 3; 11 a.m. to noon.

Anger Management: Interactive class, recognizing cues of anger and practicing healthy anger expressions. New students must attend first session. Wednesdays, Jan. 11, 18, 25, Feb. 8, 15 & 22; 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Creative Connections for Couples: Ever feel like you’ve lost the spark? Improve your connection. Ignite your passion with a new, innovative approach to rediscovering your partner. Supplies provided. Classes at Catalina Heights in Camarillo. Wed., Jan. 18; 5:30 to 7 p.m.

General Parenting (6-12 year olds): Increase the job of parenting by learning effective ways to increase their cooperation and decrease misbehavior. Mondays, Jan. 23, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 20, 27, March 5 & 12; 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Communication Skills: Need help getting your point across or communication with others? Learn tools to help you become a more effective communicator. Tues., Jan. 24; 3 to 4 p.m.

H.E.R. Healthy Emotional Relationships: Group for women only starting soon. Will cover a range of topics. Child care provided. Call 982-5326 for more information.

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(Register for TAP classes with your Command Career Counselor)

Executive Transition Assistance Program (XTAP): E-7 & above, retirees. Bring medical record & DD2648 Monday. Appropriate civilian attire. Spouses welcome. Please register via your command career counselor. Monday through Thursday, Jan. 9-12, daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Transition Assistance Program (TAP): E-6 & below, separatees. Bring DD2648 & medical record on Monday. Appropriate civilian attire. Please register via your command career counselor. Monday-Thursday, Jan. 23-26, daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Corporate Resume writing: Cutting-edge resume techniques! Must call 982-5325 to register. Fri., Dec. 16, 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Federal Employment: Resume, websites and the application process. Fri., Dec. 16, 9 to 11 a.m.

Spouse/Family Employment: Learn job search skills and strategies, tips on resume writing and more! Thurs., Jan. 5; 10 a.m. to noon.

What Employers Want: International HR specialists reveal what companies are looking for. Thurs., Jan. 12, 11 a.m. to noon. Call 982-5325 to register.

Interview Skills: Prepare for a job interview; learn the interview process, salary negotiation, conduct a mock interview and more. Tues., Jan. 17, 10 a.m. to noon.

Goal Setting: Learn how to identify, prioritize and achieve your goals through proper planning and organizational strategies. Thurs., Jan. 19; 2 to 3:30 p.m.

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Ombudsman Meeting: Program updates and training. Tues., Jan. 31, 6 to 8 p.m.

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& Response (SAPR)

SAPR Advocate Monthly Refresher Meeting: All command advocates are required to attend as part of annual training. Thurs., Jan. 12; 10 to 11 a.m.

POC Quarterly Meeting: All command POCs required to attend these quarterly meetings. Jan. 12; 10 to 11 a.m.

Data Collection Coordinator Training: Required for new SAPR Data Collection Coordinators. Wed., Jan. 18, or Mon., Mar. 19; 9 to 11 a.m.

Advocate Annual Refresher Training: All command advocates are required to attend this course once annually as part of training. Mon., Feb. 6; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Operation Prepare

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Disaster Preparedness: Be informed, have a plan, and make a kit! Information & hands-on activities to help you prepare for disasters. Fri., Jan. 27; 10: to 11 a.m. Call 982-2646 to register.

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Victim advocates can conduct safety planning; assist with obtaining emergency shelter and housing; assist in obtaining protective orders; provide information on reporting options, as well as divorce or custody; provide information on transitional compensation and make referrals to community agencies. Call 982-4117 or 982-3788 to speak to an advocate.

Exceptional Family Member

EFM POC Training: Training for Command POCs. Thurs., Jan. 19; 9 to 11 a.m. Call 982-3159 to sign up!

Special Parent Support Group: Join this dynamic parent-to-parent support group for EFMP enrollees. Please come share your experiences and resources and learn from others. Meets second Wednesday of every month, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Catalina Heights Community Center, 1104 Calle del Halcon, Camarillo.

EFMP Overview: Come and learn about the Exceptional Family Member Program and how it can benefit you and your family! Wed., Feb. 15, 11 a.m. to noon.

IA Readiness and Deployment

IA Pre-Deployment Brief: Do you have IA orders? Complete your FFSC IA brief to learn about the process. Spouses & significant others welcome. Available one-on-one, call 982-4073. Thurs., Jan. 12, 9 to 10:30 a.m.

Deployment Homecoming: Your spouse is coming home! Learn what to expect and how to help both of you make this a rewarding reunion. Tues., Jan. 17; 10 to 11 a.m.

IA Family Connection: Whether this is your first or 21st experience with deployments or IAs, join others in this family connection and meet with spouses of deployed service members. Share your knowledge of how to thrive during this experience. Thurs., Jan. 19, 10 to 11 a.m.

Deployment Readiness: Are you ready for your spouse’s deployment? Join others to learn what it is all about, what you will need and how to do more than just survive deployment. Tues., Feb. 14; 2 to 3 p.m.

Relocation

Sponsor Training: Ensure that designated command personnel have the necessary training to successfully fulfill their role as command sponsors. Please contact 982-3726 to set up training for your command. Wed., Jan. 18; 3 to 4 p.m.

Married to the Military: Newly married to the Navy? Learn about military benefits, family programs, Navy jargon and customs. Tues., Jan. 31; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Smooth Move: Make your PCS move easy, simple and smooth. Learn about your entitlements from the experts. Wed., Feb. 22, 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Financial Management

Financial counseling by appointment. Are you juggling your bills? Need financial advice? An FFSC financial counselor is available Monday through Friday at the Hueneme or Mugu FFSC. Call 982-3640 (Port Hueneme) or 989-8844 (Point Mugu). Information available on car buying, understanding your TSP, planning for retirement, getting a 720 credit score, saving and investing, home buying and developing a spending plan. Financial classes available at your command space. Call 982-3640 or 982-3102 to schedule any of the classes.

Home Buying Seminar: If you are thinking of buying a home now or in the near future, learn important aspects of the purchase process, including selecting the right Realtor and lender and understanding the jargon (closing costs, appraisals, home inspections, discount points). Wed., Feb. 22; 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Command Financial Specialist Training: E6 and above must attend all sessions. Call 982-3640 or 989-8844 to register. Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, 7:30 to 10 a.m.

New Parent Support

Playtime for Toddlers: An interactive parent-toddler playgroup for babies 15-36 months. Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Call 982-5037 for location.

New Mamas: For expecting mamas and mamas with babies 015 months old. Information, education and support. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Yoga Mamas: For expecting and new mamas. a gentle stretch. Tuesdays, 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., Bee Fit Center.

Newborn 411: Information & support for parents of newborns 0-16 weeks. Wednesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.. Please feel free to drop-in.

Your Baby Shower: Intro to New Parent Support Program. Get important info on TRICARE, NMCRS’ Budget for Babies, seat belt safety and more! Infants welcome! Thurs., Feb. 2; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Super Saturday Birth Class: Learn what every expecting mama needs to know about labor starts, stages of labor, labor support, breathing and ways to reduce pain. Sat., Feb. 4, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Infant & Baby Massage (3 weeks to 5 months): Connect with your baby. Massage improves digestion, brain development and sleep routines. Dads and family members welcome! Mondays, Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27; 2 to 3 p.m.

Brand New Baby: 45 reasons why babies cry and how to soothe your newborn. Thursdays, Feb. 9, 16 & 23; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Breastfeeding 101: Community resources available. Thurs., March 1; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Boot Camp for New Dads: Get real answers to real concerns from other dads. Thurs., March 1; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Free food distribution

Saturday, Dec. 17: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Bldg. 19, near the Pleasant Valley Gate on NBVC Port Hueneme. Food items vary from month to month. Requirements: Active duty E-6 and below or their spouses; bring an LES and only one issue per family. E-7 with two or more dependents may qualify. Income guideline statement available at distribution site. Custodian of a child who is a family member of Active Duty personnel on deployment.

— For information, please call Sandy Lyle, command liaison, at 989-8833 or e-mail sandra.lyle@navy.mil.