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NEW SUicide HOtline
The number for the suicide hotline has changed to 9-8-8. However, should you or anyone you know needs assistance please reach out to your Shirts and the Chaplains so that we can get the resources needed to help out.
THE ENLISTED FORCE STRUCTURE
A Profession of Arms defines our service as a higher calling, in which we hold ourselves to higher standards. We abide by a code of conduct that demonstrates our Air Force Core Values, serves as our compass and provides the fortified foundation of our service. The Airman’s Creed highlights the strength of our Airmen who fly, fight and win as one Air Force.
A PROFESSION OF ARMS: OUR CORE VALUES
The Core Values are much more than minimum standards. They remind us what it takes to get the mission accomplished. They inspire us to do our very best at all times. They are the common bond among all comrades in arms, and they are the glue that unifies the force and ties us to the great warriors and public servants of the past and guide us into the future.
Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do. These are the Air Force Core Values. Study them…understand them…follow them…encompass them…and encourage others to do the same.
Through Military OneSource, military families now have free access to a national database of more than a million caregivers so they can find hourly, flexible and on-demand child care. The nationally recognized subscription service lets you:
Search based on your own needs and criteria
Find potential care providers
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You can even interview caregivers through the service. It’s easy to access and is a virtual solution that allows you to choose, hire and pay providers on your terms.
AFI36-2903 Incorporating Change 3, 3 December 2021
Highlights from the new AFI36-2903
Incorporating Change 3, 3 December 2021
allows hands in pockets while standing or walking and beverage consumption as indicated while walking
changes male hair bulk standard to 2.5 inches
authorizes female hair accessories up to a 2-inch width
regulates female eyelash extensions to natural eyelash color, not to exceed 14 millimeters in length
authorizes permanent cosmetics for men, scalp only
authorizes wear of Velcro® pen/pencil holders on OCP sleeves
authorizes wear of morale patches on OCP and Two-Piece Flight Duty Uniform (2PFDU)
authorizes unit patch or organizational symbol on OCP t-shirt
authorizes wear of tactical cap
authorizes sew-on name tapes and insignia on OCP fleece
authorizes wear of transparent piercing spacers
authorizes a ring to be worn on the thumb
authorizes use of cell phone while walking
authorizes females optional wear of hosiery with dress uniforms
authorizes wear of sweatband with physical training gear
authorizes permanent wear of USAF Honor Guard badge for Airmen with an 8G000 and 85G0 AFSC
grants commanders of 2A, 2F, 2G, 2M, 2P, 2S, 2T, 2W, 3E, 3D, and 1P AFSC members authority to allow wear of sage maintenance duty uniform
adds wear policy for multi-domain warfare badge
authorizes wear of Inter-American Air Forces Academy badge
authorizes physical training gear short and long sleeve shirts to be worn tucked or untucked
Clarified instructions for beards allowed for medical reason
Clarified instruction regarding authorized male and female hair color
You can download the full AFI here
Texas Army National Guard Office of the Joint Surgeon
Behavioral Health Program Resource List
This resource list is was provided by the Texas Army National Guard Office of the Joint Surgeon Behavioral Health Program
This resource list will provide you with key organization names and numbers related to mental, emotional and behavioral health. You can download the full list using the link below. Here are just a few of the organizations you will find on this list.
TXARNG Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program (ASAP): Cherena A. Davis, Alcohol and Drug Control Officer (ADCO) Phone: 512-782-6016 E-mail: cherena.a.davis.ctr@mail.mil / cherena.davis@dystech.com
TXARNG Family Support Services: 1-800-252-8032
Military & Family Life Counseling Center (MFLC): 1-800-342-9647 (Military OneSource)
Mobile Crisis Outreach Team: (713) 970-7520
VA Mental Health: (713) 794-8454 houston.va.gov
VA Eligibility Center: 1-877-222-VETS (8387)
Rio Grande Valley (Brownsville to Mission)
VA Harlingen Clinic: (956) 366-4500 2106 Treasure Hills Harlingen TX
VA McAllen Clinic: (956) 618-7100 901 E Hackberry McAllen TX (Medical and Behavioral Health services)
Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas: (956) 787-7111 5510 N Cage Blvd Pharr TX (Primarily Outpatient Substance Use Treatment)
South Texas Behavioral Health: (956) 388-1300
Palms Behavioral Health: (956) 365-2600
Download the full list here
Spiritual & Mental Health Resources
Here Is some of the Information you will find In the document. You can download the document using the link below.
Your Group Chaplain Chaplain Kara Dula Phone: (Cell) 817-673-0962 (Work) 512-634-6536 Email: karamdula@gmail.com kara.dula.1@us.af.mil
Medical POC 432d Capt McKnight 210-718-4925
Military Crisis Line/Suicide Lifeline (24/7) 1-800-273-8255 (text 838255) – “1” for Veterans
There Is also a list of local places to worship for all religious preferences
Texas Military Department Counseling Team TMD Counseling Line: 512-782-5069
Worker’s Compensation Coordinator (WCC): Helena La Fleur Office (512) 782-5306 Fax (512) 374-0299 Helena.lafleur@military.texas.gov OR benefits@military.texas.gov
Legal: Capt Whitley (Group XO) Defense Counsel: Capt Alexandro Benavides, HQ, TXANG, 956-251-6944 EMAIL: abenavides@jgkl.com
Download the full resource list here
OLS Contacts
Here Is some of the Information you will find In the document. You can download the document using the link below.
Medic hotline: 737-270-4567 (Covid testing and 24 hour medic line. Can be used for urgent care if the member does not have insurance and/or is unable to pay for urgent care doc, and it's something that can't wait until regularly scheduled sick call hours).
Air Force Aid Society: www.afas.org
Updated info for sick call: 1100 Vo Tech drive Weslaco, TX 78596 Room B105 POC: Lt. Jeski (321) 615-5512 Sick call hours: M-F 0800-1000 Services available: minor injury and illness, infections such as step throat etc.
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Full Circle Home is a not-for-profit organization that connects deployed service members with their loved ones across the country and on bases around the world. Since 2007, Full Circle Home has helped over 26,000 troops send their holiday gifts and love notes to their Heroes at Home. The simple act of giving a gift with a hand written note can bridge the gap between our troops and those who support them. The troops share with us how deserving their loved ones are. These gift packages allow them to express their gratitude and recognize the sacrifices made by those at home and are a daily reminder of the love of their service member and the appreciation of sponsors across the country. This connection provides encouragement and support for both those at home and those overseas, because the whole family is affected by a deployment.
Our Military Kids recognizes the sacrifice of children of deployed National Guard, deployed Reserve, or post 9/11 combat-injured service members by offering extracurricular activity grants that build the child's self-confidence, enhance family wellness, and strengthen a shared sense of community.
Our Military Kids provides grants for all kinds of sports, fine arts, camps, tutoring, drivers education, high school band trips, STEM programs and more. The only activities we cannot cover are child care, school tuition, or religious mission trips.
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