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

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Level Up at Your Library

Read every day this summer to earn prizes at your installation!

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5 Tips for a Safe Memorial Day Weekend

Ensure a safe Memorial Day weekend with these five essential tips, from staying hydrated to responsible celebrations.

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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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Building Your Professional Network

Networking is essential for veterans and military spouses to build meaningful professional relationships that support career growth before, during, and after military life. Using available programs and staying connected through events and social media can open doors to new opportunities and long-term success.

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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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Buffer Stress Through Volunteering

Volunteering provides a sense of purpose and connection, helping to reduce stress while making a positive impact on others.

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24 hours, 7 days a Week of Constant Support

Taking the first step towards help can change everything. Support is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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Take Charge of Your Finances with a Quick Readiness Check

Financial wellness is a state of being in which you can meet current and future financial obligations. Enjoying life is easier when you have a solid financial plan in place.

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Helping Young Adults with Special Needs Transition to College

The transition from high school to college can be challenging for students with disabilities, requiring them to actively advocate for themselves and seek support. With early preparation, self-advocacy, using campus resources, and building a support network, students with disabilities can successfully navigate this transition and thrive in college.

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Breaking the Stigma: Talking Saves Lives and Careers

Talking about mental health and substance misuse isn’t a weakness—it’s a sign of strength and readiness. When Marines speak up, they break down stigma, support one another, and build stronger, more resilient units.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – April 2025

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Kindness is Contagious - Spread It

A small act of kindness—like a care package to a deployed service member—can create lasting impact, inspiring hope, connection, and a ripple effect of compassion across generations.

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Use R.A.C.E. Protocol to Help Prevent Suicide

R.A.C.E. - Recognize, Ask, Care, Escort.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – January 2025

Winter can magnify grief, but resilience is possible through self-care, connection, and honoring loved ones. Explore ways to navigate this season with strength.

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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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 A Guide to Navigating Change with EFMP and Community Resources

Military families navigating change can rely on EFMP for personalized support, from respite care to educational advocacy.

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Three Cs Are Key to Healthy Relationships

Calmness, connectedness, and compassion are essential for building strong relationships, fostering understanding, and creating a supportive environment where both partners feel valued and heard.

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Building Resilience to Cope with Stress

Combat and Operational Stress Control (COSC) strengthens resilience and readiness by helping Marines recognize stress, seek support, and build trust within their units. It’s about taking care of your tribe—because staying strong and connected keeps everyone mission-ready.

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EFMP Ensures Families Don’t Face Challenges Alone

The Marine Corps Exceptional Family Member Program fosters holistic well-being by strengthening families through inclusive activities, proactive support networks, and connections to vital resources. It empowers families to thrive socially, mentally, spiritually, and physically—ensuring no one navigates challenges alone.

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Raising Awareness About Alcohol Misuse

Alcohol Awareness Month raises public awareness about the risks associated with alcohol misuse.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – July 2025

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Family Dynamics Can Influence Substance Use

One's family plays a critical role in both the safe-guarding and contributing to problematic substance use, as supportive relationships can foster healthy coping mechanisms, while dysfunction or enabling behaviors may contribute to addictive patterns.

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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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Six Essential Tips for a Successful College Application

Six tips to successfully apply to college.

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Discard Expired Prescription Medications

The proper disposal of prescription medication can be a protective measure that not only saves a military career but can also help save a life.

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5 Strategies to Save a Life

Tough conversations can make a huge difference. Ask. Listen. Support.

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World Maternal Mental Health Day

World Maternal Mental Health Day, May 7th, raises awareness about the mental health challenges mothers face, advocating for support, resources, and open conversations to ensure their well-being.

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The Connection Between PT and Spiritual Fitness

By balancing input, like mindful consumption, with the output of physical activity, Marines and their families can strengthen their connection to their beliefs, reduce stress, and cultivate a greater sense of purpose.

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Protecting Our Future

Child Abuse Prevention Month is recognized every April, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all children.

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Honoring Our Exceptional Child and Youth Program Nurses

Celebrating the dedication and compassion of our Child and Youth Program Nurses, whose care and expertise make a lasting impact on military children and families.

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Strength in Numbers: Your Tribe Provides Protection

Marines thrive when they support one another, and Marine Corps Community Services programs like the Community Counseling Program help strengthen those vital connections.

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Feeding the Spirit

Whether through faith-based rituals, mindfulness, creative expression, or acts of service, nurturing spiritual well-being strengthens our connection to ourselves, others, and the world around us.

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Ready to Be Your Own Boss? Entrepreneurship for Military Spouses

Military spouses often face career disruptions due to relocations and limited job opportunities, but entrepreneurship offers a flexible, portable path forward. With programs like MySECO, Boots to Business, and FMEAP, spouses can access tools, coaching, and funding resources to successfully launch and grow their own businesses.

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Break Free from Burnout

Burnout can feel inevitable in a high-stress military environment, but building healthy habits like setting work boundaries, practicing self-care, and staying connected can help prevent it.