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Marine Corps Reunion Toolkit and Resources

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Highlights From the 2024 MCCS Sleep Challenge

Held in March 2024, the USMC Sleep Challenge included Marines and Families from most installations and Marine Corps Forces Reserve.

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How to Help Kids Make Friends (Youth Programs)

When it comes to making friends, be a role model for your children.

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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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Athletic Competition: Feeding the Competitive Spirit

Five reasons why athletics help feed the competitive spirit.

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What's Your Role in Creating Safe Surroundings?

Skills can be learned that improve one’s personal surrounding and reduce the likelihood of harmful behaviors

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What to Know About Adaptogens

: Are adaptogens truly helping you tackle stress, anxiety, or fatigue?

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What is the Blended Retirement System?

The Blended Retirement System—a system that helps you secure your future—whether you're in for the long haul or transitioning out.

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New Room Reservation Options Available for Lodging

A new 24/7 telephone room reservation service is now available for TDY, PCS and Marine Corps Community Services operated recreational lodging facilities by calling 1-888-409-STAY(7829). This new capability is provided in partnership with the Navy Exchange Service Command’s Department of Defense Reservation Center. 

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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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Children Have the Right to Decline a Hug or Touch

Help your child develop their personal boundaries and the importance behind them.

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Ways to Normalize Kids Asking for Help

Often fear or uneasiness are associated with asking for help. Together, we can normalize asking for academic help and tools.

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Adaptive Fitness Allows Everyone to Build Physical Fitness

In a world where people with disabilities are inundated with obstacles and accessibility barriers, let’s remember that every human has the right to health and exercise programming. Marine Corps Community Service programs and activities can be adapted to fit you and your family's needs.

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DoD Safe Helpline Offers Confidential Support for Individuals Affected By Sexual Assault

The DoD Safe Helpline is the sole secure, confidential, and anonymous crisis support service specially designed for members of the Department of Defense (DoD) community affected by sexual assault.

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September Is National Recovery Month

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The Number You Need to Know - 988

Dial 988 from any phone and reach the Military/Veterans Crisis Line.

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Stay Present and Embrace the Moment

Being present and embracing the moment allows you to fully experience and appreciate life, fostering mindfulness and deeper connections.

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Family-Style Dining Helps Kids Build Social and Problem-solving Skills

Children benefit from family-style dining in a child care setting.

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New Resource Helps Military Families Thrive

Explore the Thrive Initiative and discover online resources designed to support your family's growth, well-being, and success.

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STARS - Transition is a Family Affair

Transitioning out of the military is a journey for the entire family.

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Success Story of the Leadership Scholar Program: Educational Goals

The Leadership Scholar Program assists in SSgt King’s dream of attending San Diego State University

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Volunteers Play Vital Role in Semper Fit Youth Sports

Volunteers are the backbone of military youth sports, providing coaching, mentorship, and support to help young athletes develop teamwork, discipline, and confidence. Their dedication ensures that military children have access to structured, positive sports experiences, fostering resilience and community within military families.

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Teens Deserve to Feel Safe in a Relationship

Positive conversations are important to have with teens about healthy relationships, what it means to feel safe, and how to provide safety in their relationships.

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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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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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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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Substance Misuse

Substance Abuse Counseling Center provides a variety of evidence-based and individualized services, including education, care coordination, group therapy, individual, and family support.

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Life Skills

Life Skills training and education is provided at the unit and installation level to assigned personnel, through community partnerships. Subject matter experts collaborate to provide additional information related to various programs and resources available to Marines, Sailors, and families. Additional family readiness programs are available through Readiness & Deployment Support training. To learn more about what classes are available, contact your installation Marine Corps Family Team Building.

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School Liaison

The School Liaison Program (SLP) focuses its efforts on making transitions for military school age children easier. Through connections with families, schools, commanders, community and installation programs, School Liaisons engage in a system of support on behalf of the military child.

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Alcohol and The Body

April is alcohol awareness month. It’s the perfect time to learn the facts about drinking alcohol and think about your choices.

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Benefits & Takeaways From The Welcome Aboard Newcomer Brief

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Access MCCS Courses Virtually on MarineNet

MarineNet offers MCCS courses online, allowing Marines to learn and grow at their own pace, anytime and anywhere.

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Is Entrepreneurship Your Next Step?

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Sleep = Brain Power

Sleep is essential for everyone and it’s part of a healthy lifestyle.

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2025 USMC WARR Sleep Challenge

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Performance Nutrition For The Warrior Athlete

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Stepping Out of The Marine Corps

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Keep Your Family Safe in the Water

Practicing family water safety helps prevent accidents, promotes confidence in and around water, and ensures a fun, secure environment for everyone.

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Use Your Local and Virtual MCCS Library to Build Your Mental Fitness

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Strength & Conditioning: How It's Linked to Human Performance

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Recovery: Deloading

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Social Benefits to Working Out in a Group

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Semper Fit's Resilience Team

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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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Keep Calm and Carry on Safely

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How To Help Your Student Through Academic Fatigue

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Leadership Scholar Program Success Story: Admission Accomplished

Now, a student at Yale University, Sgt Buckholz thanks the Leadership Scholar Program for assisting him through the academic preparation and application process, as he pursues his degree in astronomy.

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Global School Play Day

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Mentor vs. Mentee - Both Can Benefit You

Mentor vs. Mentee - Both Can Benefit You

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Stay Involved and Engaged This School Year

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Why Marine Corps Total Fitness?

Marine Corps Total Fitness (MCTF) builds upon Total Force Fitness (TFF), with an emphasis on supporting and nurturing warfighter readiness, lethality, and resilience—the top priorities of the Marine Corps.

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Camp Pendleton’s Athletic Director Believes Everyone Can Benefit from Sports

Meet Clint Miller! Semper Fit’s Athletic Director, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

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Sleep is the Foundation of Human Health and Happiness

Feeling overwhelmed and experiencing disrupted sleep? Reach out to the Community Counseling Center to schedule an appointment to learn ways to tackle a persistent stressor in your life. Contact Semper Fit for sleep coaching and to learn more about sleep and the strategies to get a better night’s rest.

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Health, Wellness, and Performance

Health, Wellness, and Performance is a conceptual framework used to align resources to optimize warfighting readiness, lethality, and resilience of the Marine Corps, while supporting family and community well-being. This framework focuses on the four domains of fitness: Social, Physical, Mental, and Spiritual.

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The Power Of Positive Reinforcement With Children

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – November 2024

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Volunteer Opportunities through the Volunteer Management Program (VMP) 

Volunteer Opportunities through the Volunteer Management Program (VMP) - Infographic

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Be at Ease - Learn to Speak Up for Yourself

Be at Ease - Learn to Speak Up for Yourself Infographic

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Fueling for Your Climate

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Your MCCS Resiliency Checklist

Military life is stressful and can present many different challenges. Build your resiliency with MCCS programs and services.

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International Day of Persons with Disabilities

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Special Education Support

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Library Resource List

A list of curated books and resources to support our installation campaigns and programs. 

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Stay Mission-Ready with Tactical Shift Work Strategies 

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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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Earn Your JEPES Credits with Ease

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What to Know About Vaping as a Service Member

What to Know About Vaping as a Service Member

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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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CBD & Delta-8

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EFMP Continuation on Location (CoL)

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The Masks We Wear

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

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What's Your Back-to-School Budget Spending Plan?

Tips to help your spending go a long way this back-to-school season.

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Fueling to Fight

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Updating Voter Registration During a PCS Move

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Yes! That's a Tobacco Product

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Kick-Start Your Post-Transition Career with VA Benefits

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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.

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Random Acts Of Kindness

Kindness is being friendly, generous, and considerate toward others. Kind people are selfless in their actions and words, and treat others with respect and dignity. When we show generosity toward the people we love and toward strangers, it boosts our confidence, gives us a sense of purpose, and makes us happier in our own lives.

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Tips for Staying Active in the Hot Summer Months

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Veterans In Piping

Veterans In Piping resources and information.

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Key Programs Supporting Military Families in Transition, Community Engagement, and Career Advancement

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Working Through Tough Transitions With Children

Be aware of signs that may have negative impact on your child’s transition and try some of these best practices to help ease theirs and your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move.

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Marine Corps Total Fitness - A Family Affair

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Keep Relationships Strong During Deployment

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Meet Alex and Derek! Childcare Professionals within Child and Youth Programs

Celebrating National Childcare Provider Appreciation Day – Meet Alex and Derek!

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Common Questions About Absentee Voting

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Smart Financial Planning

Financial Planning is the process of developing and implementing a coordinated series of financial plans. By planning your personal finances, you seek to manage your income and wealth, so you attain your financial goals throughout your lifetime.

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Take a Deep Breath

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EFMP Resources on a New Installation

TRY OUT SOME OF THESE EFMP RESOURCES TO HELP YOURSELF SETTLE IN!

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School Ready Checklist

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Words of Encouragement - The Power of Yet

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Routines that Help

Make changes where you can to your daily nutrition, sleep, and mindfulness routine. Even one change can make a difference in your healing after a traumatic event.

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Tips for Mitigating Travel Stress

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Stepping Up to the Plate: Meet the New Coaches of the All-Marine Softball Team

The All-Marine Softball Program proudly welcomes 1stSgt Justin Nail and Mr. William Leidig to the coaching staff, bringing strong leadership rooted in discipline, teamwork, and the Marine Corps ethos.

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Be Ready When Minutes Matter

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Total Fitness Benefits of Year-Round Training