FFSC schedule of events as of Feb. 9

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

Domestic Violence: How are the kids? Increase your awareness of and learn about the effects of domestic violence upon children. Pre-registration requested. Call 982-5326. Wednesdays, Feb. 8, 15, 22 & 29; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Co-Parenting: For divorced or separated parents. Tuesdays, Feb. 9, 16, 23, 30, March 1 & 8; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Stress Management: Discuss and practice stress reduction techniques with a focus on your choice of work, home or personal issues. Mondays, March 5, 12, 19, 26; 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Couples Communication: Strengthen your communication and your connection as you juggle everyday issues. Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20 & 27; 5 to 6:30 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, Feb. 6-9, 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, Feb. 13-16, daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LAPD Testing: On-site testing for LAPD. Bring I.D. Thurs, Feb. 2; 4:30 to 7 p.m.

What Employers Want: International HR specialists reveal what companies are looking for. Thurs., Feb. 9, 11 a.m. to noon. Call 982-5325 to register.

Cross-Functional Team Meeting: Quarterly Focus Group Meeting for CCCs, CFSers, EFM POCs, service providers. Thurs., Feb. 16; 1 to 2 p.m.

Spouse/Family Employment: Learn job search skills and strategies, tips on resume writing and more! Tues., Feb. 21; 11 to 1 p.m.

Goal Setting: Learn how to identify, prioritize and achieve your goals through proper planning and organizational strategies. Thurs., Feb. 23; noon to 1 p.m.

Corporate Resume writing: Cutting-edge resume techniques! Must call 982-5325 to register. Fri., Feb. 24, 7:30 to 9 a.m.

Federal Employment: Resume, websites and the application process. Fri., Feb. 24, 9 to 11 a.m.

Interview Skills: Prepare for your job interview. Learn the interview process, salary negotiation, conduct a mock interview and more. Mon., Feb. 27; 10 a.m. to noon. Call 982-2646 to register.

Employment Q & A: Have employment questions? Want a proofread for your resume? Drop in at Point Mugu FFSC for some oneon-one assistance. No appointment necessary. Monday, Feb. 27; 2 to 4:30 p.m.

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Ombudsman Advanced Training: Ombudsman program updates and training. Tues., Jan. 31, 6 to 8 p.m., FFSC, Port Hueneme, Bldg. 1169.

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& Response (SAPR)

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

SAPR Advocate Monthly Refresher Meeting: All Command Advocates are required to attend as part of annual training. Thurs., Feb. 23; 10 to 11 a.m.

Point of Contact Training: Initial training for Command SAPR POCs. Required training for new POCSs. Mon., Feb. 27; 8 a.m. to noon.

Command Liaison Training: Training for Command SAPR Liaisons. Required training for liaisons. Mon., Feb. 27; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Operation Prepare

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Disaster Preparedness: Information and hands-on activities to help you prepare for disasters. Thurs., Feb. 23; 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., FFSC, Point Mugu, Bldg. 225.

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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

Parent Support Network: A support group for active and retired military families with special needs children. Share local resources and get support. Wed., Feb. 2; 9 to 11 a.m. Call 982-3159 for more info!

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

Quarterly CIAC Meeting: Are you a command CIAC? Meet and network with other CIACs! Thurs., Feb. 9; 9 to 10:30 a.m.

IA Pre-Deployment Brief: Do you have IA orders? Complete your FFSC IA brief to learn about the process. Spouses & significant others welcome. Mon., Feb. 13; 1 to 2:30 p.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., Feb. 14; 10:30 to 11:30 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.

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., Feb. 16; 2 to 3 p.m.

Relocation

Married to the Military: 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 and save money. Wed., Feb. 22; 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Welcome Aboard Workshop: For incoming service members and their family. Receive information on military and community resources on and near NBVC. Wed., March 21; 5 to 6:30 p.m.

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., March 28; 3 to 4 p.m.

Financial Management

Military Saves Campaign: Feb. 19-26. Encourages the military community to meet immediate needs and build long-term wealth through saving and debt reduction. Look for the pledge boxes located in your command spaces where you can make a pledge to save and enter a drawing to win a prize!

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, Feb. 27 through March 1, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, March 2, 7:30 to 10:30 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.

Breastfeeding 101: Family members welcome. Tues., Feb. 1; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

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, 20 and 27; 2 to 3 p.m.

Free food distribution

Saturdays, Feb. 18 and March 24: 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.