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Volunteering Strengthens Well-being and Total Force Fitness

Volunteering can improve the health and well-being of the volunteers and the people they are helping.

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Marine Corps Total Fitness - A Family Affair

Marine Corps Total Fitness - A Family Affair Infographic

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School Liaison Program Evaluation Tool

School Liaison Program Evaluation Tool Infographic

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Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships

Navigating a relationship can be tough. People enter relationships with different expectations. Sometimes, one person’s idea of what he or she wants in a relationship does not match what the other person wants. Boundaries help to define what you are comfortable with in a relationship and help others know how you want to be treated.

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Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day 2024

The Marine Corps Exchange celebrates the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day with special offers!

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MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation

MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation - Infographic

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Strengthen and Condition for Peak Total Fitness

Strength and Conditioning (S&C) is the driver of the ship for sports performance.

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Single Marine Program = Making Connections

The Single Marine Program (SMP) aims to boost the morale of single and unaccompanied Marines and strengthen their total fitness by expanding their social network.

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Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) PSA

PCSing can be tough on the careers of Marine families. Changing employers can be stressful. If you are facing this situation, or looking to make a career change, the Family Member Employment Assistance Program (FMEAP) is here to help! From guidance on resume building and job searching, to interview preparation, the FMEAP team is ready to support you every step of the way.

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The Strive - MSgt Juan Garcia

MSgt Juan Garcia details some of his darkest moments in the Marine Corps and some of the steps he took to better his mental health.

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10 Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship & Mental Toughness in Military Life

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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Email Signup

New to Marine Corps Logistics Base Barstow? Stay up to date on weekly MCCS news, events, classes, special offers, and much more! Our emails are the best way to learn what’s happening on and around MCLB Barstow for both active duty members and their families. Get all the information you need directly in your inbox.

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Barbershop

American Clipper Barber Shops provide regulation haircuts, flat tops, and beard and mustache trims.

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Connected

The Semper Connected toolkit is a compilation of resources for military spouses and family members to use to help create social connections. The Semper Connected toolkit was created by Marine Corps spouses with support from Marine and Family Programs.

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Child and Youth

Child and Youth Programs (CYP) provide high quality child care programs and services that support eligible families. Child Development Programs, available for children six weeks through 12 years of age, include Child Development Centers, School Age Care and Family Child Care which offer full day and part time child care and in some locations hourly child care. Youth Programs, serving children ages 6 to 18, are offered at many installation locations.

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Leatherneck Lanes

Do you and your family enjoy open bowling, bowling leagues, tournaments, instructional programs, glow-in-the-dark bowling, exhibitions, youth activities or camps? If you love to bowl, MCCS has a bowling program right up your alley.

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Connections Count When Healing From Sexual Assault

Building, maintaining, and sustaining social connections and relationships not only help rebuild a person’s social fitness but also help in the healing process after a sexual assault.

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Marine Corps Suicide Prevention Program Coordinator and Officer of the Year Winner Announcement

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Unplug and Spend Time Outdoors as a Family

Now is the time to put the electronics aside, choose a trail, and spend time outdoors with your family.

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Be SMART When Setting Goals

Dive into the art of goal setting and tackling the desire for perfectionism.

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New Hiring Authority for Military Spouses

New hiring authority provides guidance to employment preference for spouses who are eligible for positions with the Military Spouse Preference (MSP) covering positions NF-03 or below.

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Budgeting for Summer Vacation

Ten tips to help you budget for a summer vacation.

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Rear Adm. Carey Cash, Chaplain of the Marine Corps, provides insight on the importance of mental health during Mental Health Awareness Month. This May, recognize the profound impact of seeking support while simultaneously providing it for those in need.

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Marine Corps Family Team Building PSA

A quick preview of just some of the resources and information provided by Marine Corps Family Team Building to support Marines and their families.

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Establishing Realistic Financial Goals

10 things to consider when establishing realistic financial goals.

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Marine Corps Attorneys Assist EFMP-Enrolled Families

Marine Corps attorneys provide essential legal support to families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), ensuring they receive the resources and advocacy needed for their unique challenges.

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Semper Fit's Resilience Team

Semper Fit's Resilience Team Infographic

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Performance Dietitian at Camp Pendleton Shares Recipes for Success

As a performance dietitian, Selina Martinez uses her knowledge to help Marines and families at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton achieve their fitness goals.

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Supporting a Friend after Sexual Assault

The Do’s and Don’ts to support a friend after sexual assault.

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Four Reasons to Join the Single Marine Program in 2024

Four Reasons to Join the Single Marine Program in 2024

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Recognizing Military Spouse Resiliency and Contributions

May has been designated Military Spouse Appreciation Month.

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Family Member Employment Assistance Program PSA

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Marine Master Sergeant Achieves Double Gold at IBJJF Dallas Winter Open

Master Sergeant Marlon Cajina dominated the competition at the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation Dallas Winter Open, taking home two gold medals.

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Learn How to Prevent, Intervene, and Address Bullying

October is National Bullying Prevention Month – learn how to prevent, intervene, and address bullying.

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10 Most Anticipated Redbox Releases for October

Looking for some great late night entertainment? Stop by your nearest MCCS Redbox location and check out one of these hot new releases coming in October!

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Learn the Power of Small Group Training

Small Group Training enhances physical performance and is fun. 

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Stay Connected — Parenting Can Be Stressful

Four steps to take when looking to strengthen your ability to handle difficult situations.

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Read Across America with Marine Corps MWR Libraries March 2-6, 2025

Explore the Marine Corps MWR Libraries during National Reading Month.

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When Should You Sign Your Child Up for Swim Lessons?

Discover the perfect time to enroll your child in swim lessons, while also keeping their maturity, developmental abilities, and comfort level of water in mind.

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Time for a Budget Checkup

Financial checkups are designed to ensure you are on track with your goals and prepared for any unexpected changes.

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Support Peers By Checking in Post Leave

Creating connections with your fellow Marines fosters relationships that contribute to a positive and healthy command climate.

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Honoring Child Care Providers in Child and Youth Programs

During Teacher Appreciation Week, MCCS honors the dedicated educators in our Child and Youth Programs who shape young minds, provide support, and inspire the next generation.

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Liz Hensel Honored as 2024 Marine Corps Spouse of the Year

Liz Hensel honored as 2024 Marine Corps Spouse of the Year.

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Learning to Adjust to Change

Marine Corps Community Services offers free skill9building resources to Marines and their families in a variety of areas. For information on additional offerings available, contact your installation's Information, Relocation & Referral (IR&R) line. 

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The Masks We Wear

Everyone deserves support and understanding, regardless of the masks they wear.

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SMP Days Of Service 2025

Single Marine Program Days of Service 2025 Video

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Overseas Orders? Help Arrives May 2025

The Family Member Travel Screening Cell (FMTS), launching in May 2025, will streamline the overseas suitability screening process for Marines and their families, providing proactive communication, medical screening assistance, and ongoing support to ensure a smoother transition to OCONUS assignments.