Health Department Needs Help Finding the Individual Who Dropped off a Sick
Bat at the Humane Society The Health Department needs to make contact ASAP
with a person who left a sick bat in the drop box at the Humane Society of
The Pikes Peak Region on Sunday night, August 15. The bat was left with an
anonymous note that read "bat hurt please help". The bat was submitted for
testing and has been found to be rabid. The Health Department has issued a
press release and is working with media outlets to spread the word in our
community. This unidentified person who dropped off the bat and anyone else
who might have handled this bat needs to be evaluated promptly for rabies
post exposure prophylaxis. In the United States, distinct strains of rabies
virus have been identified in raccoons, skunks, foxes, coyotes and bats.
Rabies is transmitted through the bite and virus-containing saliva of an
infected host. If you are bitten by an animal immediately wash the wound
with soap and water and report to your nearest medical treatment facility.
If you become aware of any information regarding this situation that might
help us locate this person, please contact the Schriever Public Health
office or Colorado Health Department's Communicable Disease Program as soon
as possible. Health Department Information Schriever Public Health
(719)578-3220 (719)567-3138 After hours pager (719)385-9622 For more
information about rabies, go to www.elpasocountyhealth.org.
For more information, please contact TSgt Howard Santos of 21 AMDS at
567-3138 or at Howard.Santos@peterson.af.mil.
Need a listening ear?
The Military and Family Life Consultant is here to listen and address
marriage and relationship issues, parenting, sibling and family issues,
communication challenges, stress and anxiety, grief and loss, and daily life
issues. The MFLC is available every day, 0730-1630, at the Airman & Family
Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65. This consultant is also available at the
chaplain's office Monday through Friday, 1130-1300. At either location,
drop-in appointments are available or you can schedule a time by calling the
MLFC directly at 651-3379.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Free Popcorn Fridays
Have you ever wondered who works in Bldg. T-65? We're your Airman & Family
Readiness Center. Do you even know where that building is located? We're
north of the shoppette and east of the Child Development Center. Friday, 10
September, is your chance. Join us for free popcorn and time to browse
through the Discovery Center and other parts of our facility.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Visit the new AF Legal Assistance Website
Legal Topics Info - - Online Worksheets for Wills, Powers of Attorney and
Advance Medical Directives - - Online Survey.
https://aflegalassistance.law.
forget your ticket number! Questions? Call Schriever Legal office at
567-5050
For more information, please contact Betty J Sansone of 50 SW/JA at 567-5050
or at betty.sansone@schriever.af.mil
Volunteers for Special Needs Information Fair
The Schriever Airman & Family Readiness Center is looking for volunteers to
assist with the Special Needs Information Fair.
For more information, please contact Andrea Hernandez of 50 FSS/FSFR at
567-7340 or at andrea.hernandez@schriever.af.
USAFA-SAFB Volksmarch: 19 Sep
The annual Volksmarch will be held 19 Sep at Farish Recreation Area. Walkers
may begin any time between 0800 and 1200. Participation is free, and
IVV-credit is available for $3. Medals will not be available. Leashed dogs
are welcome, and food is available for purchase. The march begins and ends
at the Farish Conference/Multi-purpose center. For directions to Farish,
call 687-9098.
For more information, please contact Brian Mitchell of 50 FSS at 567-6050 or
at brian.mitchell@schriever.af.
50 FSS Office Closures 3 & 6 Sep
The following 50 FSS activities/offices will be closed 3 and 6 Sep in
observation of the 3 Sep Family day and Labor Day Federal Holiday: Custom
Picture Framing/Engraving; Airman & Family Readiness Center; Civilian
Personnel office; NAF Human Resources office; Military Personnel Customer
Service; Professional Development/FTAC; Base and Unit Training; Installation
Personnel Readiness.
For more information, please contact Lynn Sleeth of 50 FSS at 567-4740 or at
marketing@schriever.af.mil.
50 FSS Facility Closures 6 Sep
The following facilities will be closed on 6 Sep in observance of the
Federal Holiday: Outdoor Recreation/ITT; Child Development Center;
School-Age Program.
For more information, please contact Lynn Sleeth of 50 FSS at 567-4740 or at
marketing@schriever.af.mil.
Spaces Available in the Schriever Before and After School Program
The Schriever School Age Program has spaces available in the Before and
After School program.
For more information, please contact Stephanie Moore of 50 FSS at 567-4742
or at stephanie.moore-02@schriever.
Legal office Closing at 14:30 on 26 Aug 2010 due to Wing Mandatory run event
There will be no walk-in legal assistance on 26 Aug 2010 due to Mandatory
Wing Run.
For more information, please contact Betty J Sansone of 50 SW/JA at 567-5050
or at betty.sansone@schriever.af.mil
Airman & Family Readiness Center Closure
The Airman & Family Readiness Center will be closed Wednesday, 8 September,
for an off-site retreat. For Air Force Aid emergencies only that day, please
call 258-0035.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Pre-separation Counseling Briefing
The Pre-separation Counseling briefing is the first step to separating or
retiring from the military. This briefing is mandatory and a prerequisite to
all other transition-related briefings such as TAP. During this briefing you
will learn about all the benefits and services available to you when you
leave the military. Documentation of this briefing is accomplished through
the completion of the DD Form 2648. If you are a year from separation or two
years from retirement, start the transition process now. The class is
Tuesday, 31 August, 1400 at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg.
T-65.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Off Limits Wildlife Area
Burrowing Owls have been observed to be nesting at old prairie dog dens near
the south side of the Base X facility, and along numerous areas of the Base
Perimeter Road. The owl is protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and
is a Colorado State Threatened Species. Warning signs have been posted along
around the nesting sites, which state "WARNING! Burrowing Owl Nesting Area,
do not enter without permission of 50 CES/CEV (567-3360). Protected as a
State Threatened Species." Please stay out of the 150-foot buffer zone. Any
person who disturbs, harasses, injures, or otherwise harms the burrowing
owls during the nesting season may be subject to prosecution by the US Fish
and Wildlife Service and the Colorado Department of Wildlife. Construction
activities or other ground disturbances within the buffer zone are to be
avoided during the nesting period. For additional information or questions,
please contact 50 CES/CEV, Andy Jensen, 567-3360.
For more information, please contact Andy Jensen of 50 CES/CEV at 567-3360
or at andrew.jensen-02@schriever.af.
Pre-Retirement Planning for Civilians
Tuesday, 14 September and Wednesday, 15 September, Mr. Jack Conroy, a
leading expert in civilian retirement planning, will be at our facility to
guide GS employees through the arduous process of benefits, options, and
uncertainties of civilian retirement. Some of the items he will cover are as
follows: Five-Year Retirement Plan and What does it include? CSRS and/or
FERS Retirements Types of annuities and retirement eligibility for CSRS and
FERS Computing annuity estimates-CSRS, FERS, LE/FF/ATC What does creditable
service include? Should I buy my military service time? Should I pay a
deposit or redeposit for former service? What is, and is not, included in
the HIGH-3 computation? Federal Insurances in Retirement: Health Benefits
(FEHB), Long Term Care (FLTCP), Life Insurance (FEGLI), and Medicare Thrift
Savings Plan and financial planning: Do it yourself, or use a professional?
You need to sign up for this two-day workshop. Time is 0800-1630 both days.
When you sign up, please let us know whether you are FERS or CSRS.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Right Start
Right Start meets on Thursday, 16 September, 0800-1430 in the Building 300
auditorium. Contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 567-3920 for
questions.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Coupon University
How does spending $150 a month to feed a family of four sound? Don't think
this is possible? Think again! This class will provide all the tools and
websites you need to know to make couponing a part of your everyday life.
Coupon University will be offered for the first time at the Airman & Family
Readiness Center, Bldg. T-65, Thursday, 16 September at noon. Call the A&FRC
at 567-3920 to sign up.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Give Parents a Break
Give Parents a Break is Saturday, 11 September, 1:00-5:00 pm. The program is
funded by the Air Force Aid Society and is designed to provide relief for
active duty Air Force parents who are experiencing stress in their lives.
This can be from either deployment/TDY, emergency situations, or other
unique circumstances/ hardships. Reservations are made on a first come,
first served basis at the Child Development Center and must be made by
Wednesday, 8 September. The first step is to get a referral certificate from
the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Squadron Commander/First Sgt, Family
Advocacy, or the chaplain. Next, go to the CDC for paperwork and to make the
reservation.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Special Needs Information Fair
If you or someone you know has a family member with special needs, this
event is especially for you. Saturday, 18 September, 1000-1400, we will
gather at the Youth Center/Patriot Park at Peterson AFB. With 30+ local
agencies providing information and fun, we will have bouncy castles,
representatives from the Special Olympics, craft and music activities, and
snacks. This special event is sponsored by the Air Force Aid Society and the
Airman & Family Readiness Centers at Schriever AFB and Peterson AFB.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
MyCAA Re-Activated
The military spouse career advancement account program-MyCAA-has been
revised and is now available to spouses of service members in the pay grades
of E1-E5, W1-W2 and O1-O2, beginning Monday, 25 October. Eligible spouses
will receive a total of $4,000 in DoD-funded financial aid, with an annual
cap of $2,000 per fiscal year. Funding must be used within a three-year time
period from the start date of the first class; and must be used to obtain an
associates' degree, licensure, or certification. A waiver may be granted
when fees for licensure or certification require an up-front fee greater
than $2,000 and up to the total maximum assistance of $4,000. For more
information, log into MilitaryOneSource at
https://www.militaryonesource.
eCareerAdvancementAccounts.
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
Satellite Dish Holiday Operating Hours 3 & 6 Sep
The Satellite Dish Dining Facility will be operating under Holiday hours on
3 and 6 Sep. Please see the Dish Dining Menu on the Schriever AFB home page,
or the Happenings Magazine for specific hours.
For more information, please contact Brenda Ferjak of 50 FSS at 567-4741 or
at brenda.ferjak@schriever.af.mil
Deployed Family Dinner
The dinner is Friday, 10 September, 1800 at the Peterson Chapel. Join others
whose family members are also deployed for a night of food and fun. A movie
follows the dinner. Best part? It's absolutely free!
For more information, please contact Debbie Evert of 50 FSS/FSFR at 567-3920
or at debbie.evert.ctr@schriever.af.
