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Marine Corps Support Forum - Info on benefits and more!
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PrdMarineWf17
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 Posted - 02/06/2005 : 17:18:52
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Hello ladies,
As moderators we have decided to start a folder for information and links pertaining to certain topics that we thought might be useful.
If you have any questions about the information in this folder please feel free to email us or start a new topic with your question. Remember there are no stupid questions and odds are if you're thinking it someone else out there is too!
If you have any information to add, or if you have any ideas for a new topic, please feel free to email one of us with your idea. We would love your input.
Thanks ladies, and enjoy!
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Edited by - Donna A~ on 07/31/2007 13:12:03
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PrdMarineWf17
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Posted - 02/08/2005 : 21:49:27
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Airport Gate Passes for Military Passenger Family Members
The TSA has put out a security directive pertaining to Military Passengers. Family members of military passengers may now be given a pass for the following reasons:
To escort the military passenger to the gate
To meet a military passenger's inbound arrival at the gate.
The family member can now go to the airline that the military member is flying on and receive a pass to go to the gate. The family member will be required to have a pass and a photo ID to get past the security checkpoint.
CLICK TO SEE ARTICLE
Basically on a homecoming or return flight you can go through security with clearance to greet your Marine rather then wait by the baggage claim :) Wooohoo |
Edited by - PrdMarineWf17 on 02/09/2005 02:23:31
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Benefits
Department of Veterans Affairs- http://www.va.gov/
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Benefits.Gov- http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits/index.jhtml
Commissaries- http://www.commissaries.com/ *Everything you want to know about Commissaries, all at the click of a button An average of 30% savings and no sales tax.
Exchanges- PX or MCX www.usmc-mccs.org
Community Resources
Services Overview-
Military Chaplains- clergy who are qualified to serve as officers on active duty. They perform the same services as civilian ministers but also deploy with troops. The influence nonspiritual matters affecting morale and welfare, morals, ethics, and quality of life. They are obligated to hold in confidence anything disclosed by a sservice member or families. (They can not tell anyone what you say in a counseling session) Good source of counseling or someone to talk to when your service member is in need.
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Child Care- This includes child development centers (CDC) and in home care at people's houses. It serves children from newborn to age 12. Centers are generally open from 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. M-F check your local base. Child care rates are based upon household income.
(In home care)- Spouses can become licensed to provide child care in their own homes.
(School-age care)- Ages 6-12 are held before and after school, during holidays, and over summer breaks in youth centers.
(Youth Programs)- alternative activities during out of school hours for kids. Physical fitness, sports, arts, recreation, training in leadership, life skills, and career/volunteer opportunities. Fees vary.
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Family centers- Types of assistance here include counseling, deployment and mobilization support services, financial management (budget classes), crisis assistance, employment assistance and more.
DOD's www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil information on programs and services.
www.usmc-mccs.org - Marine Corps Community Services
Military Spouse Career Center- http://www.military.com/spouse *This site is designed to help spouses find employment in their own community, and to help find military spouse friendly employers.
Tecom- http://www.tecom.usmc.mil/
Military Spouse Resource Center- http://www.milspouse.org/
Military OneSource-
http://www.militaryonesource.com/ * Provides immediate help for managing the everyday issues of military life- childcare, relocating, translation help, etc.. Phones are staffed 24/7
800-342-9647
800-3429-6477 (overseas)
Deployment Link/ Family support- http://deploymentlink.osd.mil/deploy/family/family_intro.shtml
American's Living Abroad- http://www.firstgov.gov/Topics/Americans_Abroad.shtml *Great link for Overseas living
Family Services/Readiness for Reservists- http://www.defenselink.mil/ra/html/familyreadiness.html
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Inspector General- investigate complaints that cannot be resolved through the immediate chain of command. Typically when service members feel they have been wronged or discriminated against.
800-424-9098
or hotline@dodig.mil
www.dodigmil/hotline
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Legal Assistance- free legal assistance is offered for a variety of needs including taxes and contracts to car loans and leases.
http://legalassistance.law.af.mil/content/locator.php- to find a center near you
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Armed Services YMCA- recreational, educational, social, and religious programs for children and adults.
www.asymca.org
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Navy- Marine Corps Relief Society- can help service members pay bills in time of need, give donations, help budget. Just bring military ID, leave papers, LES to local NMCRS.
www.nmcrs.org
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Spouse clubs- help spouses get acquainted. Cal your local base information number for more information on who to contact.
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USO- United Service Organization- hospitality in airports, military bases, and Navy fleet centers
www.uso.org
703-908-6400
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Proud Wife of FORMER Marine Cpl Joe (now Specialist Joe)- 1/7 Baker Co. 2 tours to Iraq,
Proud Mom of BayLeigh and Emery and baby #3 due Nov, 6 09
Proud friend of the 1/7 Baker crew ooorah!!! |
Edited by - Donna A~ on 02/26/2007 15:58:36
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Marine Corps Birthday Ball
Why do they have a ball?
The USMC was formed by an act of the Continental Congress on November 10, 1775. From that date on all Marines gather to celebrate the birthday of the Corps.
When will the ball be held?
Most balls are held as close as possible to November 10th although if you are stationed at a large base they can start as early as October and run through December.
Is there a cost to go to the ball?
This will vary by unit but typically there is a fee for tickets. The cost will vary depending on where the ball will be held, if there’s been any fundraising, etc.
What happens at the ball?
Most balls will start with a happy hour, followed by the ceremony, dinner and then dancing.
What should I wear?
The ball is a formal occasion so you’ll want to wear a formal dress. You’ll be meeting the people your Marine works with, including his commanding officers, so keep that in mind as you are picking your dress. Trust us you don’t want to be remember as the girl in “that” dress so if it’s something you wouldn’t be comfortable wearing in front of your dad or your grandma it’s time to look for something else.
Helpful Hints
- Arrive on time to the ceremony if you plan on skipping happy hour. If you arrive after the ceremony starts you will most likely have to wait outside the room until the ceremony is over
- Go to the bathroom before the ceremony starts as the doors will usually be shut and no one is allowed in or out during the ceremony.
- You may want to eat something before you go as the ceremony can sometimes be long. You may need to make a run for food afterwards too depending on how good the meal was.
- Avoid drinking to excess, fighting, displays of inappropriate public affection, etc. as you will be surrounded by your Marine’s co-workers, bosses, etc. You don’t want to stand out in a negative way and your behavior can have an impact on your Marine so this is a time to be on your best behavior.
- Relax and have fun! The ball is a great time and it shouldn’t be missed.
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