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FAMILY READINESS born into or sworn into regarding the resources available to them and methods for meeting the challenges of the military lifestyle. By joining our team, you can help connect with fellow military spouses, the local community and all resources and benefits that are available to them. Through volunteering with L.I.N.K.S., you may gain a better understanding of the military lifestyle. It is also a great feeling to pass on your knowledge to others. Each team meeting will include professional development as well as planning sessions for upcoming L.I.N.K.S. events. Bring your inspiration and ideas and help us find new and creative ways of enhancing our program. L.I.N.K.S. for Kids Sat, June 22, 12-4 PM Religious and Family Services Center Military kids are very lucky to have many great experiences, but there may also be some challenges growing up as a military child. A four hour event designed for children ages 6-9 years old, to celebrate being a military kid. Topics include: culture and traditions of the Marine Corps, feelings surrounding deployment, moving in the military, and things to do around MCB Quantico and the Washington D.C. area. Kids get hands on learning with games, dressing up in uniforms, and more! Please be sure to list an excellent phone number as in the event of an emergency parents must be able to respond to a phone call or pick up their child(ren) quickly. QUANTICO’S VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Interested Volunteers must complete the MCBQ Volunteer Application. The Quantico Volunteer Information Center provides approved volunteers the means to control their volunteer experience. Registered users can use the site 24 hours a day, seven days a week to quickly locate volunteer opportunities, sign up for volunteer events and activities, track hours, print reports for award purposes, and earn hours for recognition at the MCBQ Volunteer Appreciation Event held each April at The Clubs at Quantico. Volunteer opportunities are provided for informational purposes for active duty personnel, family members, retirees, veterans, and civilian employees. The information provided on non-Federal volunteer opportunities does not imply official DoD or USMC endorsement. All personnel must be in an approved off duty status to volunteer. FAMILY OVERCOMING UNDER STRESS 2034 Barnett Ave., Little Hall, Lower Level, 703.784.0189. [email protected] Quantico.usmc-mccs.org/Marine-Family/Family-Readiness/FOCUS FOCUS is a prevention service designed to help families manage the stress that arises from the challenges of military life. The program serves families and couples, and is customized to suit each family’s needs. FOCUS is offered in several formats: family consultations, family training, couples training, small group training, workshops, and now through video teleconferencing! FOCUS maintains strong connections with other military family services to support a network of care for families and couples. June Tip of the Month Hello June Bugs! Is your family getting ready to face some major transitions? June is often the time for moving, graduation and preparing for summertime, and with these transitions, comes increased stress. How will you and your little June Bugs cope with all the changes? At the FOCUS program, we specialize in helping families (just like yours!) to prepare for successful transitions. Contact our office for more information on how YOU can help your family to succeed while having a great summer! Don’t just get by, get stronger! Please stop by our table on Friday, June 21 at the Main Exchange. quantico.usmc-mccs.org | MCCS 15