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478 HR Co. Family Readiness Group
NEWSLETTER
Volume 3, Issue 2 June 2011
To locate the nearest military ID card facility, visit the Defense Manpower Data Center (DMDC) web site http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/rsl or contact the DMDC/ DEERS Support Office (DSO) 800-538-9552 for further assistance. Sponsor or family member who is on record may update their contact information on the internet at: https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/mydodbenefits or by calling DMDC/ DEERS Support Office (DSO) Toll-free at 800-5389552. You may also write to us at: DMDC/ DEERS Support Office (DSO) 400 Gigling Rd. Seaside, Calif 93955-6771 or fax the new address to 831-655-8317. My Hero Author: Chassidy Gibson Your gone to defend this country we love Each night I pray to the lord above To keep you safe and free from harm Until the day I am back in your arms You are there and I am here But in my heart I hold you dear I go to bed each night alone Thats what I'll do till you get home It makes me smile to hear your voice I want you to know you made the right choice I will be the brave and supportive wife I am proud of you.. you are my life! My night is your day Your day is my night Both of us are fighting this fight My arms are open and waiting for you So go be a hero..its what you do!
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Inside This Issue
Keeping your DEERS record updated 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 College for Free: Can You Afford Not To? Military Auto Rebates In US Army, the beret is out and the cap is back This Months Recipe 2011 4-H Aggie Adventure Camps Deployment Ceremony Kids Corner
Keeping your DEERS record updated
It's very important to keep your DEERS records updated, especially when personal eligibility information changes. This includes changes in military status, addresses and family status (marriage, divorce, births, ect). Mistakes in your DEERS record can cause problems with TRICARE claims FSGLI and other entitlements. Contact your nearest military identification (ID) card issuing facility to update your DEERS record.
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Military ID card
Obtaining a military ID card for the dependents of mobilized soldiers Must have a valid ID card to access military bases and benefits such as medical and dental The ID card states on the back, in the "Medical" block, whether you are eligible for medical care from military or civilian sources Children under age 10 can normally use the ID card of their parent, but they must be registered in DEERS. At the age of 10, the child's sponsor should obtain an ID card for the Children under 10 should also have an ID card of their own when in the custody of a parent or guardian who is not eligible for benefits
Army Public Affairs
Army Public Affairs Office (PAO) fulfills the Army's obligation to keep the American people and the Army informed, and helps to establish the conditions that lead to confidence in America's Army and its readiness to conduct operations in peacetime, conflict and war. Mission: Tell the story of Americas Army to the public to maintain their trust, respect and understanding of our role in the community and to the nation so that the Army can fight and win our nations wars. Vision: Improve the trust and support of the American people in their Army and its missions. PAOs Top 10 Dos 1. Be relaxed, confident, and professional 2. Be concise; plan what you will say before you speak 3. Consider the sensitivity of unclassified data 4. Stay in your lane, talk only about what YOU KNOW 5. If you wont tell something, explain why (OPSEC) 6. Always be truthful, never lie 7. EVERYTHING is on the record 8. Remain calm and professional 9. Report results of media visits to higher command 10. Direct press inquiries to the unit PAO PAOs Top 10 Donts 1. Violate OPSEC 2. Confirm, deny, or discuss info regarding units 3. Speculate about military course of action 4. Talk exact numbers and locations of troops 5. Give info on equipment or Rules of Engagement 6. Discuss specific locations of U.S. or friendly forces 7. Identify yourself by last name 8. Confiscate audio/video tapes or reporters notes 9. Discuss introduction or addition of forces/equipment 10. Discuss relocation or movement of forces
Start VA Benefits Before Discharge
ID Card must be obtained from a DEERS/RAPIDS site DEERS - Defense Eligibility Enrollment System
College for Free: Can You Afford Not To?
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Have you always dreamed of designing aircraft? Or do you desire a nursing certificate to back up your medical experience? Maybe you've always had your heart set on obtaining a degree that is meaningful to you. The military encourages service members to use all programs available, whether they are from federal, military-related, or private sources. There are many out there, and you'll likely find more than one to suit your educational needs. Here are a few places to get you started. * Tuition Assistance (TA): A financial assistance program providing active-duty personnel 100 percent funding of tuition costs. * The Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB): Provides up to 36 months of education benefits during active duty and is payable for 10 years following your last release from service. * Federal Student Aid: Federal loans, grants, and tuition programs are available to meet a variety of financial needs and education levels. Work-study programs are also available. Contact your local education service office to set up an appointment with an education assistant. Don't let these educational opportunities pass you by as you plan for a brighter future.
If you are 180 days out from discharging from the military, you can take advantage of the Pre-Discharge Program. Apply for disability compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, home loan guarantees and other benefits. For more information, visit the Pre-Discharge Program webpage.
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Military Auto Rebates
Scion Military Discount Scion thanks the men and women of the U.S. Military for their service and dedication to defending our country. If you are a member of the U.S. Military with current active duty status or an inactive reservist, you may qualify for a $1,000 rebate towards the purchase or lease of a new Scion when financed or leased through a participating Scion dealer and Toyota Financial Services (TFS). The Military Rebate can now be combined with the Scion Pure Lease program or applied toward the purchase of a new 2010 Scion. GM Military Discount If you are an eligible member of the military, which includes active duty members and Reserves of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines, National Guard and Coast Guard, then you are qualified to receive Preferred Pricing on eligible GM vehicles through the GM Military Discount Program. This great value is available exclusively from GM and gives you a special discounted price below the MSRP. So dont wait start looking around, and see how the GM Military Discount is right for you! Dodge Military Discount As our way of recognizing those who risk their lives to defend the U.S., Dodge offers a $500 Cash Allowance. The $500 cash allowance covers new 2010 Dodge vehicles (excludes Viper) and is extended to all qualified military personnel. Go ahead, enjoy the freedom to roam, in the country you serve and defend. Hyundai Military Special Offer You can receive an additional $500 off any new 2009, 2010 and 2011 Hyundai distributed by Hyundai Motor America. This program is effective from January 5, 2010 through January 3, 2011. Toyota Military Rebate In appreciation of all you do, Toyota is offering a special $400 rebate to eligible active duty personnel.* How to Qualify You must meet all of these conditions: Eligible customers must be on current active duty status in the U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and active Reserve). Verifiable proof of military status or proof of active service is required at time of purchase in the form of the following documentation: Leave and Earning
Statement, Military Orders including Call to Active Duty Letter within one month of departure and Military Identification Card. Non active duty Reserve or Retired Military Personnel are not eligible for the rebate. You must receive a salary sufficient to cover ordinary living expenses and vehicle payments.
TRICARE Young Adult Offers New College Grads a Health Care Option
May 03, 2011 FALLS CHURCH, Va.-TRICARE beneficiaries graduating from college this year may not have to rely on the Continued Health Care Benefit Plan (CHCBP) as their only health care plan option. TRICARE Young Adult (TYA), a new program offering TRICARE Standard coverage to qualified uniformed services dependents under age 26, may be a less expensive alternative. TYA Standard has a monthly premium of $186, much less than CHCBP's premium of $988 per quarter. CHCBP is a separate program that offers temporary transitional health coverage for 18-36 months after all TRICARE eligibility ends. In fact, dependents who qualify for TYA are no longer eligible for CHCBP as of May 1, 2011. Dependent eligibility for TRICARE previously ended at age 21, or age 23 if enrolled in a full-time course of study at an approved institution of higher learning. To purchase TYA a beneficiary must be under 26, unmarried and not eligible for their own employer-sponsored health care coverage. Beneficiaries can get complete information about TYA and application forms at www.tricare.mil/tya. The application and three months premiums can be dropped off at a TRICARE Service Center, or mailed or faxed to the regional or overseas health care contractor. An in-depth TYA Webinar at www.tricare.mil/mediacenter explains who qualifies, when and where to enroll, and what type of coverage to expect. For more information on CHCBP go to www.tricare.mil/CHCBP or contact Humana Military Health Care Services at 1-800-444-5445. SOURCE: www.tricare.mil
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In US Army, the beret is out and the cap is back
WASHINGTON (AFP) The US Army is abandoning the beret, after a failed 10-year experiment. The black beret, which proved deeply unpopular with American soldiers, will be replaced by a patrol cap for everyday wear, US Army spokesman Colonel Tom Collins said Monday. The move came after outgoing Army chief of staff, General Martin Dempsey, asked the army's sergeant major "to go out and talk to soldiers across the force and see what was on their minds," Collins told AFP. "One of the things that soldiers consistently brought up was the desire to wear the patrol cap as part of their duty uniform," he said. The beret will still be part of the Army's dress uniform, but will no longer be worn in the field as soldiers complained that it was impractical, he said. "It does not have a visor and doesn't shield the sun, doesn't absorb sweat well," Collins said. One soldier put it more bluntly. "I hate wearing a wet sock on my head," Chief Warrant Officer Mark Vino, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state, told the Army Times. "Plus it makes head/skin break out." Before 2001, the black beret was associated with the elite Rangers special operations forces. Many Rangers resented the idea that the hat they had earned the right to wear had been assigned to the entire force. The uniform change applies to 1.32 million soldiers -including 566,473 active duty troops -- and goes into effect immediately. The new headwear comes with a lower price: a beret costs $11.90 while a patrol cap is only $6.50. The decision does not affect units that have long worn berets as a mark of distinction, including the Rangers' black beret, Army Special Forces' green beret and Airborne's maroon version. As part of the change, soldiers will have the option of having their name tags, rank and badges sewn on to their uniforms. There also will be a new look for Army soldiers working at the Defense Department's headquarters at the Pentagon, with camouflage to be replaced with the more business-like dress uniform, Collins said. "For soldiers serving in the Pentagon, we will transition to the dress uniform," starting in July, he said. In the aftermath of the attacks of September 11, 2001, all the armed services started wearing combat uniforms in the Pentagon, to underscore the country's war-footing.
But Defense Secretary Robert Gates last year had his staff drop the combat uniforms, and some other offices in the Pentagon have returned to the dress uniform. "Our perspective is that this is the corporate part of the Army," said Sergeant Major of the Army, Raymond Chandler, quoted on the US Army's website.
Ellies Sloppy Joes
Ingredients
1 pound lean or extra-lean (90 percent lean or higher) ground beef 1 medium onion, diced (about 1-12 cups) 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 4 teaspoons) 1 jalapeo pepper, seeded and minced 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced (about 1 cup) 1 (15.5-ounce) can small red or pinto beans, preferably low-sodium, drained and rinsed 1-12 cups no-salt-added tomato sauce 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon unsulfured molasses 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dry mustard 34 teaspoon salt Freshly ground black pepper to taste 8 whole-wheat burger buns
Cooking Instructions 1. Brown the meat and onion in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, breaking up the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Pour the drippings out of the pan and discard. Add the garlic, jalapeo, and red pepper and cook 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally. Stir in the rest of the ingredients, except the buns, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for another 5 minutes. Place a 12-cup scoop of the mixture onto each bun and serve.
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2011 4-H Aggie Adventure Camps
All camps run Tuesday Thursdays. Camps are for kids entering 1st -7th grade next school year. Camps are $60 individually, or $50 each if you sign up for all 7 camps at one location! Older students (entering grade 8 and higher) who are interested in helping out as a youth volunteer should contact our office. The curriculum for each weekly theme is the same at each site.
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To Register: Go to (https://extension.usu.edu/davis/htm/2011summercamps) click on the links above, and click "Enroll Now" on the class. If you would like more than one class, click "Continue Shopping." Once you have selected your courses, you may register multiple students in that course. After you have selected the courses and students for each course, proceed to "Check Out". Discounts: There are two ways to receive a discount. Note: To be eligible for the discount, you must meet either or both qualifications in a single transaction. Qualification 1) Sign your child up for all 7 classes at one location, and you will receive $70 off the registration price! Qualification 2) After your first child, any other children in the family receive a 15% discount.
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MAJ Stevens
478th HR Co. Readiness Family Readiness Group
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The Soldiers of the 478th Human Resource Company request the honor of your presence at their
Deployment Ceremony the Recognizing the Soldiers, their loved ones, and those who will support them during their mobilization for Operation New Dawn.
Please join us Thursday, the seventh of tenJuly at ten-oclock in the morning, at the Fort Douglas Post Theater BLVD, (245 South Fort Douglas BLVD, Salt Lake City, UT). Please arrive by 9:30 AM.
RSVP to SFC Carrie Mehr via email, [email protected]
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