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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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Summer is the Perfect Time to Volunteer

Each installation has a variety of programs that are looking for volunteers throughout the summer months. Decide today to volunteer at your installation while gaining new friends, getting the inside scoop on your installation’s upcoming activities, and providing support to youth programs within your community.

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Camp Elmore’s Strength and Conditioning Program Manager Pumped About Human Performance

Allen Sese, a former college soccer player turned strength and conditioning manager, is dedicated to supporting Marines and their families at Camp Elmore by fostering relationships, promoting holistic readiness and resilience, and helping Marines connect, adapt, and thrive in their community.

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Setting SMART Goals for Military Success

Setting SMART goals and focusing on progress over perfection—supported by programs like TRP and SkillBridge—helps Marines and their families build flexible, achievable paths to personal and professional success.

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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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Play as Burnout Prevention

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Budgeting for Summer Vacation

Ten tips to help you budget for a summer vacation.

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Stress Less with Smart Money Habits

Build financial confidence and reduce stress with support from your local Personal Financial Management Program.

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Sleep = Brain Power

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

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Peer Support: Strengthening Resilience in Military Life

Step in, reach out, and support one another. Peer support programs link Marines, families, and veterans with others who “get it,” strengthening resilience and ensuring no one struggles alone.

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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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Social Media, Resilience, and Well-being

In today’s fast-paced digital world, social media can be a powerful tool to support your mental health journey.

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Marine Corps Seeks Top Male and Female Athletes

The Marine Corps is looking for its most accomplished male and female athletes of 2024.

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Career Ready: Helping Marine Corps Spouses Thrive

Family Member Employment Assistance Program empowers Marine Corps spouses to build fulfilling careers, strengthen family resilience, and thrive professionally despite the challenges of military life.

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Establishing Realistic Financial Goals

10 things to consider when establishing realistic financial goals.

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Don’t Sleep on Sleep Continuity

Good sleep continuity is key to waking up feeling refreshed and limiting daytime sleepiness.

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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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Social-Emotional Skills and School Readiness

Children need social-emotional skills to thrive both in the classroom and in life. Self-regulation is an important social-emotional skill and is the ability to manage our behaviors, emotions, and thoughts.

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Marine for Life Network Supports Military Spouses

The Marine for Life Network (M4LN) proudly recognizes the important role military spouses play in supporting their loved ones who serve.

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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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Building Mental Fitness for Mission Readiness

Mental fitness is just as crucial as physical fitness for Marines, helping build resilience, sharpen decision-making, and strengthen overall mission readiness through training, self-awareness, and continuous learning.

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What to Know About Adaptogens

: Are adaptogens truly helping you tackle stress, anxiety, or 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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Eight Ways to Ramp Up Your Career

Eight ways to ramp up your career.

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Finding Strength After Domestic Abuse

Experiencing domestic abuse can have lifelong implications but you are not alone and help is available.

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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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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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Supporting a Friend after Sexual Assault

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

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Marine Corps Birthday Ball: Etiquette Do's & Dont's

The Birthday Ball is one of the biggest events on the Marine Corps calendar. It is a chance to get dressed to the nines, enjoy an evening of tradition, and celebrate the history of the Corps.

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Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point Honored for Suicide Prevention

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point honored for suicide prevention efforts.

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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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Nature Boosts Wellness for Marines and Their Families

From reducing stress to enhancing resilience, connecting with the outdoors can provide restorative benefits that support overall health and readiness for Marines and their families.

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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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Bring a M4L Rep on Your Transition Journey

Marine for Life Representatives are embedded in communities throughout the United States and build and sustain networks of Marine-friendly employers and local resources.

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Long Term Assistance Program 3rd Quarter Newsletter 2024

This quarter, stay informed about the Veteran Affairs Legacy Memorial, Non-profit Summer Camps, Survivor Benefit Plan Changes, VA Vet Centers, Online ID Renewal, and Educational Opportunities.

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WARR: Building Strength That Lasts

WARR helps Marines and their families build total fitness—mind, body, and spirit—by combining proven performance strategies with everyday habits that strengthen resilience, connection, and purpose.

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Networking Strategies for Employment-Seeking Veterans and Military Spouses

The Marine For Life Network is powerful for those transitioning service members and spouses seeking employment.

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Part-time Work for Young Adults: Yay or Nay?

Evaluating the benefits versus risks for part-time work for young adults.

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Experience and Empathy Ensures Superior Service to Families of the Fallen

Providing care, service, and support during the hardest moments for our military families.

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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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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – November 2024

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Strengthen Your Bond by Setting Relationship Goals

Five steps for creating relationship goals.

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Everyone Deserves to Feel Safe

Healthy relationships are built on trust, respect, and safety—if you're experiencing or displaying abusive behaviors, the Family Advocacy Program is here to help you make positive changes or find support.

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Embracing Change the Healthy Way

Adapting to change is part of military life, and by prioritizing mental health, managing stress, leaning on support networks, and using available resources, Marines can navigate transitions in healthier, more resilient ways.

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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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Mentorship: A Force Multiplier for Readiness

Mentorship strengthens Marines and their families by building resilience, readiness, and community across all aspects of military and personal life.

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Connecting with the Program Staff and Your Peers for Mentoring and Support

The EFMP team of professionals connect families with resources and referrals that will help grow their network of support and reduce additional stressors faced by families.

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Navigating Paternal Postpartum Depression: Support for Marine Dads

Navigating paternal postpartum for Marines involves recognizing the emotional challenges new fathers face after childbirth, offering support, and providing resources to help them manage their mental health and strengthen their family bonds during this transitional period.

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Buddy Up! Aquatics Workouts Boost Motivation and Camaraderie

Aquatic workouts offer a low-impact way to improve fitness while building motivation and camaraderie through group exercise. Partnering up in the pool not only boosts physical health but also strengthens social bonds and overall well-being.