November 2014
MacDill AFB Location
8105 Condor St
Bldg 18
MacDill AFB, Fl 33621
Sunday
Brandon Location
710 Oakfield Dr
Suite 153
Brandon, Fl 33511
AIRMAN AND FAMILY READINESS CENTER
MacDill AFB and Brandon Locations
www.macdillfrc.com
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
Reintegration - Base
Hospital
(0900-1000)
Playgroup - Brandon
(0930-1100)
2
3
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
4
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
5
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
10 Steps to a Federal Job Brandon
(0900-1600)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Retirement)
(1300-1630)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Separation)
(1300-1630)
9
16
11
10
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Retirement)
(1300-1630)
VETERANS DAY
THE A&FRC IS
CLOSED.
17
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Retirement)
(1300-1630)
7
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Credit Reports and Scores Brandon
(1000-1100)
Reintegration - Base
Hospital
(0900-1000)
Employment Assistance 101
(1300-1400)
12
Playgroup - Brandon
(0930-1100)
13
MacDill Transition Day**
(0800-1630)
Accessing Higher Education
Track - Ed Center
(0900-1600)
Credit Reports and Scores
(1230-1330)
Pre-Deployment Briefing
(1300-1400)
19
14
Reintegration - Base
Hospital
(0900-1000)
Linked-In 101**
(0900-1200)
Playgroup - Brandon
(0930-1100)
Linked-In 102**
(1300-1600)
20
21
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Saving and Investing-Brandon
(1000-1100)
EFMP Parent Connect Group
(1200-1300)
Reintegration - Base
Hospital
(0900-1000)
Employment Assistance 102
(1200-1630)
15
TMO/PCS TownHall Meeting
(0900-1000)
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Pre-Sep Brief (Separation)
(1300-1630)
8
Couponing
Basics Brandon
(1000-1100)
Pre-Deployment Briefing
(1300-1400)
VA Benefits Briefing**
(0800-1500)
Your Life in BalanceParenting Teenagers
(0800-0900)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Accessing Higher Education
Track - Ed Center
(0900-1600)
Pre-Sep Brief (Separation)
(1300-1630)
Your Life in BalanceParenting Teenagers
(1500-1600)
18
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Key Spouse Meeting
(1730-1900)
6
Transition GPS**
(0800-1630)
Pre-Deployment Briefing
(1300-1400)
Early Thanksgiving Dinner –
Brandon
(1800-2000)
Playgroup - Brandon
(0930-1100)
22
23/30
24
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Retirement)
(1300-1630)
26
25
Career Technical Training Track
(0800-1700)
Career Technical Training Track
(0800-1700)
Reintegration - Base Hospital
(0900-1000)
Pre-Sep Brief (Separation)
(1300-1630)
27
28
29
THANKSGIVING FAMILY DAY
THE A&FRC IS THE A&FRC IS
CLOSED.
CLOSED.
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES. SEATING IS LIMITED. PLEASE CALL 828-2721 for MacDill Classes and 655-9281 for Brandon
(All classes are held at the MacDill A&FRC unless otherwise noted. Classes marked with ** are in bldg. 38 – next to A&FRC)
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Accessing Higher Education Track - Learn About Your Education Career Readiness Standards - Complete an education needs assessment -Identify, compare, and select academic institutions based on specific selection criteria.
Prepare and submit an Education Application Package institution and/or provide an acceptance letter) -Schedule one-on-one counseling with the academic advisor.
Better Than a Budget - Join us for a working lunch and learn how to personalize budgets to help you meet goals, pay down debt, and save more.
Beyond the Basic Investing - Workshop will focus on sharing tools available to evaluate stocks, bonds & mutual funds and build confidence in investments. Additionally useful financial resources websites / calculators will be
demonstrated.
Bundles4Babies - Representatives from multiple base agencies will provide information and services to assist participants in preparing for the arrival of their new baby. During this workshop, You will receive a Bundle of
information, resources, and a special gift
Couponing Basics - Learn the couponing basics and see significant savings! Overview of couponing strategies and rules for various types of family products. See how you can save your family more money!
Debt Management - Learn the tools to prioritize debts and create a repayment plan that will save you time and money!
EFMP Parent Connect - A meeting for parent to meet other parents, to discuss upcoming events, share resources and network.
Entrepreneurship Training Track - Small Business Association / Boots 2 Business Track
Exceptional Family Member Support Group Meeting - Meets quarterly to focus on family dynamics support, resource and referral, and networking within the Tampa Bay community.
Employment Assistance 101 - This workshop helps you assess and define your career interests, values, motivation, skills, and career goals. We will be conducting career exploration to establish target industries and occupations.
You will be provided information on the most effective job search techniques and how to develop an effective strategy to market yourself to potential employers. Need to bring a laptop or IPad and an electronic version of your resume.
Employment Assistance 102 - In this workshop, we will assist you on how to target your resume to meet specific positions’ requirements. In addition, you will learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to interviews
and salary negotiations. Need to bring a laptop or IPad and an electronic version of your resume.
Financial Readiness for Supervisors - Overview of A&FRC's Financial Readiness services and emergency relief services. Tips what to look for in service members who are struggling financially.
Key Spouse Training and Meeting: FOR APPOINTED KEY SPOUSES AND MENTORS ONLY- Discussion and coordination of current events and activities for efficient functioning of the Key Spouse Program.
LeLegal Assistance - MacDill Legal assists with Wills, POAs, Custody/Support/Divorce questions, Soldiers and Sailors Act and more (most non-commercial issues). Appointments are necessary.
LinkedIn 101 and 102 - Unlock the secrets of LinkedIn by building and maximizing your profile, turbo charge you job search and learn how to network effectively through the #1 professional networking social media site
MacDill Transition Day - In colaboration with HR of Tampa, this workshop is to enhance and provide information to the participants with a view on how HR professional hire, resune and interviewing tips.
PCS on the Go - The objective is to assist PCS'ing personnel who have not pcs'ed in the last 3 to 5 years with navigating the Relocation online tools to include websites and how to access social media information on mobile
devices.
Playgroup – Parents and little ones (newborn to age 5) enjoy meeting new members and socializing.
Power of Public Speaking - Dale Carnegie is legendary for public speaking. This workshop is to assist you in advancing your career. You will leaarn how to: 1. Relax and enjoy public speaking 2. Be a better communicator
3. Get to the point and keep others listening.
Pre-Deployment and Remote Assignment Briefing - Weekly Pre-Deployment Briefing for Military Members. Also provides member going on a remote assigment w/resources for unaccompanied move.
Pre-Separation (Pre-Separation and Pre-Retirement) Benefits and Entitlements Briefing - If you are retiring within 2 years or separating within 1 year, this is a MANDATORY step in the transition process for
all active duty military personnel. You must attend NLT 90 days prior to your separation/retirement date. Receive your DD Form 2648 and other important information.
Reintegration (Base Hospital) - Mass Reintegration (Base Hospital) briefing for members returning from a deployment. Spouses are welcome to attend. Reintegration (Base Clinic) sessions to be held Monday,
Wednesday, and Fridays in the Medical Group, Public Health Conference Room (first floor) .
Remote Assignment and Pre-Deployment Briefing - Weekly Pre-Deployment Briefing for Military Members. Also provides member going on a remote assigment w/resources for unaccompanied move.
Saving and Investing - Bring a lunch and learn about various tools for saving and investing, including a broad overview of investment options. We will discuss effective techniques for saving and investing,
including investing in turbulent times.
Spouse Connect - Special topic: To Be Announced! Military Spouses meet for coffee/refreshments and have a chance to talk/interact
T Technical Training Track is designed to assist you in Defining technical career goals; Identifying required credentials; Finding career technical training opportunities; Identifying local Veteran resources;
UtiUtilizing your VA education benefits.
Ten Steps to a Federal Job - You will learn how to apply for Federal employment, how to fill out a federal resume, and how KSAs (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) fit in to the process.
TMO/PCS TownHall Meeting - Moving is a n ever-changing process, AFRC Relocation Assistance Program and TMO will assist you in the navigation of the process
Transition GPS - This five day transition program is designed to prepare military members and families for their transition to civilian employment. Provide assistance in developing an ITP and VA Benefits. Must attend the
Pre-Separation Briefing prior to enrolling.
VA Benefits Briefing / ITP Review - This is a presentation of Veterans Benefits information.
Your Life in Balance - Each month we will discuss a variety of topics that can unbalance us.
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL CLASSES. SEATING IS LIMITED. PLEASE CALL 828-2721 for MacDill Classes and 655-9281 for Brandon