FFSC schedule of events as of December 13

@LH-FFSC text:Toll-free appointment scheduling service: 1-866-923-6478, call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Personal, marital, family counseling; financial management; spouse employment; transition assistance; relocation assistance; life skills workshops are available at the Fleet and Family Support Center.

Now with three locations: NBVC Point Mugu, Bldg. 225 next to the chapel, 989-8146; NBVC Port Hueneme, Bldg. 1169 behind NEX, 982-5037; Catalina Heights, 913B Calle la Roda, 982-5037.

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

Workshops also available in command spaces.

Child care option available with prior registration.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Career Support and Retention

@LH-FFSC text:(Register for TAP classes with your Command Career Counselor)

Executive Transition Assistance Program (XTAP): E-7 & above, retirees and officers. Bring medical record & DD2648 Monday. Appropriate civilian attire. Spouses welcome. Please register via your command career counselor. Monday through Friday, Dec. 3-7, 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. Register via command career counselor. Monday-Friday, Dec. 10-14, daily 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Corporate Resume Writing: Cutting-edge resume techniques! Tues., Dec. 14, 7:30 to 9 a.m. Port Hueneme; Mon., Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon, Catalina Heights

Federal Employment: Learn about resumes, relevant websites and application process for federal jobs. Fri., Dec. 14, 9:15 to 11 a.m.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Deployment Support

@LH-FFSC text: Deployment Readiness: Ready for your spouse’s deployment? Join others to learn how to do more than just survive deployment. Tues., Dec. 4, 3 to 4 p.m.

IA Family Connection: Whether this is your first or 21st experience with IA’s, join other family members and meet the spouses of deployed service members. Share your own knowledge of the IA experience. Thurs., Dec. 13, 3 to 4 p.m.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Command Liaison

@LH-FFSC text:The Fleet & Family Support Center can provide services at your location . Call the FFSC command liaison at 982-3159 or email Sandra.Lyle@navy.mil.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Operation Prepare

@LH-FFSC text:Disaster Preparedness: Information and hands-on activities to help you prepare for disasters. Wed., Dec. 6, 1 to 2 p.m., Point Mugu; Wed., Dec. 12, 1 to 2 p.m., Catalina Heights. Call if you would like classes in your command spaces. 805-982-6251.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Relocation Assistance

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 982-3726.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Ombudsman

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 989-1682.

@LH-FFSC Headline:New Parent Support

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 982-4130, 982-5328.

In-home visitations available for children up to 36 months. Call 805-982-4130 for more information.

New Mamas Support Circle: For expecting mamas and mamas with babies 015 months old. Information, education and support. Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. No registration needed. Just stop in!

Playtime for Toddlers: An interactive parent-toddler playgroup for babies 15-36 months. Tuesdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Midway Community Center. Call 805-982-5037 for more information.

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

@LH-FFSC Headline:Exceptional Family Member

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 989-8844.

EFM Program Overview: Learn about this program, which serves military families with special needs, including medical, dental, mental health, developmental or educational requirements. Ensures families are assigned to areas where they can access necessary resources. Thurs., Dec. 13, noon to 1:30 p.m.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Victim Advocate Services

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 982-5037.

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.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR)

@LH-FFSC text: If you are a victim of sexual assault, please call the 24-Hour DoD Safe Helpline at 1-877-995-5247,

@LH-FFSC Headline:Life Skills Workshops

@LH-FFSC text: General information: 982-3102.

The 5 Love Languages: Learn the secret to creating a loving relationship. Mon., Dec. 3, 6 to 8 p.m.

Assertiveness (4-part series): Learn to express your ideas and stand up for yourself at work and in relationships. Tuesdays, Dec. 4 through Jan. 8, 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Goal Setting: Learn to identify, prioritize and achieve long- and short-term goals through planning and organizational strategies. Wed., Dec. 5, 10 to 11 a.m.

1-2-3 Magic (2-12-year olds): Learn skills for this age group. Learn to increase your child’s cooperation and desirable behaviors. Wed., Dec. 5, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

More 1-2-3 Magic: More skills to help with child discipline. Wed., Dec. 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

@LH-FFSC Headline:Financial Management

@LH-FFSC text: One-on-one financial counseling available. Topics include money management, home buying, car buying, retirement planning and financial planning for deployment. Call 982-3159 for appointment.

Home Buying Seminar: Learn to determine your price range, select a real estate agent and choose the best financing plan. Wed., Dec. 5, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Free food distribution

Third Saturday of every month: Dec. 22, 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.

— For information, please call Sandy Lyle, command liaison, at 982-3159 or e-mail sandra.lyle@navy.mil.