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Summer Hydration Fitness

Tips and tricks to avoid risks of dehydration and heat damage during the summer season.

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USMC Prevention in Action Newsletter

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Marine Corps Family Team Buildings Hosts Basic Stress Management Workshop

Join Marine Corps Family Team Building for their Basic Stress Management Workshop and learn what stress is and how to manage it.

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Ten Reasons to Pursue a Career in Childcare

Discover 10 reasons to pursue a career in childcare.

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EFMP Helps Families Set Goals to Ensure Successful Life Changes

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is designed to support families with special needs throughout any life change: deployment, PCS, new diagnosis, retirement, permanent dependency planning and more.

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Resources to Support Emotional Health

Resources are available to Marines and their families to help them navigate life’s challenges, build skills, and develop coping strategies.

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Build Your Spiritual Fitness by Exploring the Great Outdoors

Mindfully spending time in nature has been shown to strengthen spiritual fitness, help fight depression, lower anxiety, and boost your immune system and overall well-being.

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Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Discusses Resiliency, Trauma, and Stress

19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, offers his perspective about resiliency and post-traumatic stress for PTSD Awareness Month. The Marine Corps continues to raise awareness and offer unwavering support to those impacted by PTS. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Santicia Ambriez-Stippey)

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Marine Reflects on COOL Opportunity

Credentialing Opportunities On-Line (COOL) helps Marines find information on certifications and licenses related to their military occupation and civilian careers.

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Make The Time

September is Suicide Prevention Month. Our Marines are our most important asset! If you notice a fellow Marine struggling, guide them to where they can access the support they need. Ensuring the mental welfare of every Marine is essential to mission readiness.

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USMC Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams Finish Second and Third, Respectively, in the 2023 Armed Forces Golf Championship

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Marine Corps Online Suicide Prevention Resource

Check out the Marine Corps’ Interactive Suicide Prevention and Mental Fitness Resource.

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Leadership Scholar Program Assists Marine Corporal

The Leadership Scholar Program (LSP) provides academically and professionally qualified Marines with assistance in academic preparation and the application process for highly selective colleges and universities.

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Get Beyond “Fine” Talking to Your Kids

Discover tips on how to engage your children in ways that go beyond surface-level responses and foster real connection.

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Teaching Young Children About Boundaries

Empowering children with an understanding of consent starts early. It helps them build healthy relationships, respect boundaries, and develop confidence in their choices.

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Building Healthy Relationships

Think of a healthy relationship you have, or have had in the past, regardless of the type of relationship, or maybe people who have a healthy relationship that you admire. What made you think of that relationship? What do you think makes it healthy?

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Back to School on a Budget

Tips to go back to school on a budget.

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Volunteer for Growth

Learn more about the amazing benefits volunteering and helping others has in developing valuable skills.

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What's Next? Find Your After-Service Occupation Online

Profile Tool Generates After Service Occupational Interest List Infographic

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Check on Friends, Like You Check Social Media

With the hectic pace of modern life, social media can be an effective way to check in on our “friends” who may be struggling.

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Ricky and Villiana Jean-Francois - Suicide Prevention

10 Year NFL Veteran Ricky Jean-Francois joined forces with his sister, MAJ Villiana Jean-Francois to shed light on suicide awareness and connectedness. Remember to Be There for yourself, Be There for one another…Be There Marine!

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Get a Boost by Volunteering

Being a volunteer has as many perks for the volunteer as it does for those benefiting from the services.

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MAPIT? UMAPIT? MAP WHAT?

Improve your ability to manage challenging situations and address behavioral issues before they become unmanageable.

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10 Ways YOU Can Build a Healthy Relationship

A healthy relationship is based on equality and respect, not power and control. You've heard the experts say that maintaining a healthy relationship takes work. That's true. But with a little extra effort, you can set the stage for a healthy, functional, intimate relationship with your partner.

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Are You Spiritually Fit?

Physical fitness is undoubtedly a must-have for Marines but so is spiritual fitness. Are you spiritually fit?

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Connect to Protect: Support is Within Reach

As part of the year-round commitment to preventing suicide among Marines, families, and the civilian workforce, the Marine Corps observes Suicide Prevention Month each September. The year-long theme for suicide prevention, Connect to Protect: Support is Within Reach, highlights the importance of connecting fellow Marines and leaders to increase help-seeking behaviors.

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How Do I Know What College Is Right for Me?

Discover the perfect college fit tailored to your unique goals and lifestyle. Let the Voluntary Education Center at your installation help guide you through the process of finding the right education path.

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10th Anniversary of SMP Days of Service

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Looking for Resources? Contact Information, Referral and Relocation

Information, Referral and Relocation (IR&R) is a one-stop shop, designed to support you by expanding access to resources on and off the installation.

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Libraries

The MCCS Libraries maintain a collection of print, audio-visual, early literacy programs, book clubs, and electronic resources for educational, informational and recreational pursuits. Resources and services are available to Marines and families.

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Your Home for the Holidays

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Global School Play Day

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September Is National Recovery Month

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Be a Mentor or Find a Mentor

Mentoring resources are available to assist transitioning Marines and their family members connect to education resources, employment opportunities, and other veteran services that aid in their career and life goals outside of military service.

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Facts About Adaptogens

While adaptogens might help you, they’re not a substitute for good nutrition, hydration, sleep, or training. Consult with a medical professional before adding new supplements to your routine.

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So...What is a Mentor, Exactly?

Whether formal or informal, a variety of mentoring opportunities are available for Marines and their spouses.