FFSC schedule of events as of June 14

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 stresses. This is a “lunch & learn” session, so bring a lunch and learn new skills! Thurs., June , noon to 1 p.m.

1-2-3 Magic! (4-12 year olds): How to stop your child’s undesirable behaviors in just seconds. Childcare available with reservation, refreshments provided. Mon., June 11; 6 to 7:30 p.m., Catalina Heights, Camarillo.

H.E.R. Healthy Emotional Relationships: Group for women only. Meet new friends, relax and connect with other women. Childcare available, must register to attend. Call 982-5326.

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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, June 4-7, 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, June 11-14, daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Goal Setting: Learn how to identify, prioritize and achieve long- and short-term goals through planning and organizational strategy. Fri., June 1, 1 to 2:30 p.m., FFSC, Point Mugu, Bldg 225.

What Employers Want: International HR specialists reveal what companies are looking for before they hire you! Thurs., June 7, 11 a.m. to noon.

Spouse and Family Employment: Learn job search skills and strategies, tips on resume writing and more. Fri., June 15, 9 to 11 a.m., FFSC Point Mugu, Bldg. 225. Call 982-2646 to register.

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Ombudsman Meeting: Ombudsman program updates and training. Tues., June 26, 6 to 8 p.m., FFSC, Point Mugu, Bldg. 225.

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SAPR Advocate Monthly Refresher Meeting: All command advocates are required to attend as part of annual training. Thurs., May 31, 10 to 11 a.m.

Data Collection Coordinator Training: Required training for DCCs. Wed., June 25, 9 to 11 a.m.

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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 to speak to an advocate.

Operation Prepare

Disaster Preparedness: Information and hands-on activities to help you prepare for disasters. Thurs., June 28, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Exceptional Family Member

EFM POC Training: Training for command POCs to learn about the new NFAAS enrollment process, the different EFMP categories and local resources. Thurs., June 7, 9 to 11 a.m.

EFMP Overview: Come and learn about the Exceptional Family Member Program and how it can benefit you and your family! Wed., June 27, 11 a.m. to noon. Classes also available at your command spaces.

Parents Support Network: Meet with other EFMP families and share resources. Meets second Wednesday of every month. Please call for location, 989-1682.

IA Readiness and Deployment

Deployment Homecoming: Your spouse is coming home! Learn what to expect and how to help both of you make this rewarding reunion. Tues., June 12, 1 to 2 p.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. Wed., June 13, 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., June 21, 3 to 4 p.m.

Relocation

Married to the Military: Lean about military benefits, family programs, Navy jargon and customs. Wed., June 20; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Smooth Move: Make your PCS move easy, simple and smooth. Save money, learn about all your entitlements. Wed., June 27; 1 to 3:30 p.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.

Command Financial Specialist Training: E-6 and above must attend all sessions. Call 989-8844 to register. Monday-Thursday, June 18-21, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 22, 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.

Boot Camp for Dads: Get real answers to real concerns from other dads. Thurs., June 7; 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Breast Feeding: Pumps, solids and weaning. Thurs., June 21, 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Free food distribution

Saturday, June 23: 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.

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