433d Airman & Family Readiness

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Military Marriage Day Quarterly events, educational summits and our resource hub aim to keep the celebration going 365. Mark your calendar for August 7th, the start the MMD countdown with daily giveaways to celebrate the oath and vow of every service couple.

The Purple Up Party!
April 30 • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In celebration of the Month of the Military Child, youth and their parents
are invited to the Purple Up Party! There will be music, games, interactive
displays, refreshments, organizational booths, giveaways and lots of fun.
The event will be held at Heritage Park. For more information regarding
the event, please call Randolph Youth Programs at (210) 652-3298.

JBSA Month of the Military Child
Purple-Up Festival
April 30 • 9 a.m. to noon
Join Lackland Youth Programs as we celebrate our amazing kids. This will be a
great event for the entire family to enjoy some fun activities, games, nutritious
snacks and outdoor activities. For more information, call (210) 671-2388.

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Exchange shopping approved for more than half a million DoD, Coast Guard civilians New policy directs in-store shopping privileges within 30 days for DoD and Coast Guard civilians

Individuals and business owners in counties included in the President’s Disaster declaration(see list below) who sustained losses can begin applying for FEMA Individual and Household Assistance by registering online.

APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE: www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362 or 1-800-462-7585.

Assistance may include:
• Funds for temporary housing while you are unable to live in your home, such as rental assistance, or reimbursement for hotel costs
• A temporary housing unit, if approved for the disaster, when you are not able to use rental assistance due to a lack of available housing resources
• Funds to support the repair or replacement of owner-occupied homes that serve as the household’s primary residence, including privately-owned access routes, such as driveways, roads, or bridges
• Funds for other uninsured or under-insured disaster-caused expenses and serious needs, such as repair or replacement of personal property and vehicles, or funds for moving and storage, medical, dental, child care, funeral, and other miscellaneous items approved by your state, territory, or tribal government

FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO:
https://www.fema.gov/assistance/individual/program
https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/white-house-partially-approves-governor-abbotts-request-for-a-major-disaster-declaration
https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-approval-of-additional-31-counties-for-major-disaster-declaration
Attached FEMA Individuals and Households Program Fact Sheet

TEXAS COUNTIES CURRENTLY APPROVED FOR FEMA INDIVIDUAL AND HOUSEHOLD ASSISTANCE:
Anderson, Angelina, Aransas, Austin, Bastrop, Bee, Bell, Bexar, Blanco, Bosque, Bowie, Brazoria, Brazos, Brown, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Calhoun, Cameron, Chambers, Cherokee, Collin, Colorado, Comal, Comanche, Cooke, Coryell, Dallas, Denton, DeWitt, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fannin, Fort Bend, Freestone, Galveston, Gillespie, Gonzales, Grayson, Gregg, Grimes, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Harrison, Hays, Henderson, Hidalgo, Hill, Hood, Houston, Hunt, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Jim Wells Johnson, Jones, Kaufman, Kendall, Lavaca, Liberty, Limestone, Lubbock, Madison, Matagorda, Maverick, McLennan, Medina, Milam, Montague, Montgomery, Nacogdoches, Navarro, Nueces, Orange, Palo Pinto, Panola, Parker, Polk, Rusk, Rockwall, Sabine, San Jacinto, San Patricio, Scurry, Shelby, Smith, Stephens, Tarrant, Taylor, Tom Green, Travis, Tyler, Upshur, Val Verde, Van Zandt, Victoria, Walker, Waller, Washington, Wharton, Wichita, Williamson, Wilson, Wise and Wood Counties.
*If your county is not listed above, it may be approved later. Check the links above for updated information.

Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Additional 31 Counties For Major Disaster Declaration Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved an additional 31 Texas counties to be added to the President's Major Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance. The Governor originally requested Individual Assistance for all 254 Texas countie...

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-announces-tax-relief-for-texas-severe-winter-storm-victims

IRS announces tax relief for Texas severe winter storm victims | Internal Revenue Service TX-2021-02, February 22, 2021 — Victims of winter storms that began February 11, 2021 now have until June 15, 2021, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the IRS announced today.

TEXAS WINTER STORM RESOURCE 2021- If a person does not have flood insurance the NFIP – National Flooding Insurance Program is available. https://www.floodsmart.gov/

originusda-www.floodsmart.gov

TEXAS WINTER STORM 2021- A frozen water pipe can burst causing flooding. Unfortunately these are the calls FEMA is currently receiving on their end.
• There is a FEMA app available where people can request assistance once it is Federally authorized
If eligible for Transitional Sheltering Assistance, FEMA will pay the cost to stay in certain lodging providers for a limited period. Costs covered are for the cost of the room and taxes, and any other expenses are not included. Search the list below of participating locations to see if they have availability in the area you have selected. Since room availability changes quickly, please call the lodging provider prior to travelling to be sure the lodging provider can accommodate your need.

TEXAS WINTER STORM RESOURCE: PENFED FOUNDATION - Military Heroes [email protected] They respond via email pretty quickly Military Heroes Program – Housing/ Transportation – eligibility veteran status with a DD2114
NOTE: AF Reserve members receive a DD214 after 90+ days of consecutive orders - process by your MPF. The DD214 places the member on a veteran status and is eligible for non- profits assistance, VA Home loan etc.

SA Diaper Bank Distribution tomorrow (FEB 20, 2021)
(Saturday) 1803 Grand Stand Drive, Ste 150 SA.
Starts at 10am to noon
Wipes, blankets, and diapers.

Texas Winter Storm Resource - Military One Source 1-800-707-5784 is a 24 hr helpline for services for the military community, they can research services that are available in your area for support.

Texas Winter Storm Resource UNITED WAY HELPLINE OF TEXAS- - Bexar County -210-227-HELP have assistance for shelter, food, financial based on county and zip code.

Governor Abbott points us to homeowners and renters insurance for claims before trying to recover through FEMA. Here’s the summary of his address earlier today: https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-provides-update-on-winter-weather-response

Governor Abbott Provides Update On Winter Weather Response Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on the state's ongoing response to winter weather events throughout the state. The Governor laid out four immediate priorities for the State of Texas, as well as what the state is doing to restore power and water and ensure that food and fuel demands ar...

Texas Winter Storm Resource -AFRFA- The Armed Forces Reserve Family Assistance provides financial assistance up to $5000.00 for members and their families having a short term emergency the eligibility is that it should be connected to a deployment. Due to the storms, if a family needs to evacuate from the TX area and military member is deployed they might qualify. https://www.afrfaf.org/apply-for-assistance/

Apply for Assistance, AFRFAF. Because life goes on.     SERVICES    Reservists are civilians.

Texas Winter Storm Resource -AFAS- AIR FORCE AID SOCIETY
Due to the unbelievable record breaking temperatures affecting many areas around the country these past several days which have caused power / water outages, bursting pipes and displacement of families, the Air Force Aid Society has put measures in place to help those affected by the cold weather snap.
Air Force Aid is available for consideration of Airmen / Guardian emergency financial needs caused by this wave of cold weather for such things as short-term hotel stays, additional food needs, other basic living expenses or emergency needs in which no resources are available.
AFAS may provide up to a $500.00 grant for those affected.
Please refer any Airmen / Guardians affected by this situation to the AFAS.org website, under the Emergency Assistance section to apply for the program. Please note: Applicants who have not previously registered must first do so; others can log-in with existing Username / Password combinations, if used previously.
At this time, eligibility includes:
• Active duty Air Force members
• Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve personnel on extended active duty over 15 days under Title 10, USC (assistance is limited to emergencies incidental to, or resulting from applicant’s active duty tour)
• Air National Guard personnel on Title 32 USC 502(f) Full-Time Active Guard Reserve (ANG) orders (Initial or Continuation Tour Only)

An application must be completed and any supporting documentation must be uploaded (i.e. hotel bill, picture of busted pipes {homeowner insurance would cover in most cases, but Service Members may need help with paying Deductibles}, other basic living expenses), etc. Once complete, click “Submit” application

Texas Winter Storm Resource -FEEA- FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION AND ASSISTANCE
Helping Federal Public Servants in Need
Natural disasters strike each and every year all across the United States. The Federal Employee Education and Assistance (FEEA) Fund offers disaster relief grants to eligible federal employees when disaster strikes. Civilian Airmen who may be struggling financially, can apply for a grant up to $500 in disaster relief for assistance from FEEA by completing the application located on the website at: https://feea.org/our-programs/disaster-relief/
For specifics on required documents, please download and read the Grant Application Instructions before completing the online application.

Disaster Relief - Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund FEEA's disaster relief program provides financial assistance to federal employees after Presidentially-declared natural disasters. Learn more.

AF Reservists! In partnership with the Association of Defense Communities, Blue Star Families has launched the COVID-19 Military Support Initiative (CMSI) to establish a clearinghouse for vetted, official information both to and from military and veteran families about benefits, as well as evolutions in the pandemic’s progress and the nation’s fight to stop it. The COVID-19 Military Support Initiative (CMSI) provides resources and expertise to support communities, states and military families through this crisis, including:
• Providing comprehensive coverage of the crisis through a new daily publication that will build on ADC’s widely-read On Base daily newsletter
• Hosting Virtual Town Halls on the key issues impacting our military, defense communities and military families during the crisis
• Convening Military Community and Family Organizations and experts to identify and advance best practices and policy solutions
• Create a repository to capture and document best practices and lessons-learned

BLUF: Blue Star Families COVID-19 Military Support Initiative was established to provide resources and support for communities, states and military families through this crisis.

They have established town halls that covers a wide range of topics in regards to COVID-19 and supports military families during the pandemic. The link for the town halls is https://defensecommunities.org/covid-19/. We welcome you all to register and attend these free webinars as your schedule permits.

COVID-19 Can Increase Tension, Domestic Violence | Association of Defense Communities COVID-19 Can Increase Tension, Domestic Violence by ADC | Apr 17, 2020 | COVID-19, DC360, Military Families, On Base Coronavirus-related anxiety and family quarantine can increase the likelihood of domestic violence, according to Kristen Brundage, supervisor of the Family Advocacy Program at Joint B...

RESERVISTS! ! Did you know PFCs offer a wide range of training and workshops
on topics such as money management, budgeting
and developing spending plans, debt and credit card
management, consumer rights and obligations,
homebuying, retirement and estate planning, taxes
and more.
PFCs can provide face to face counseling and/or
deliver presentation to service members and their
families using telephonic or electronic modes like the
Zoom platform.
PFCs are:
ee
Professionals with experience and specialized
training
They hold a minimum of a bachelor degree
They hold National certifications for financial
counseling and education
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Department of Defense Office of Financial Readiness We provide resources, education and support to service members and their families to create a financially secure and mission ready force.

Reservists! State benefits help Texans who have little to no money find programs and services to assist with health care, food, and other basic needs.
https://www.yourtexasbenefits.com/Learn/Home (state health, food, and support services)

Your Texas Benefits Before you set up an account, we need to ask you some questions. This will help you know if you should apply for benefits on this site or for health insurance on HealthCare.gov.

The Texas Workforce Commission is working with the federal, state and local government officials and agencies to help manage the Coronavirus pandemic and be responsive to the needs of their customers as the situation evolves.
https://twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/unemployment-benefits-services (unemployment website WILL be very slow due to high demand)

Unemployment Benefits Services | Texas Workforce Commission You can access any of our Unemployment Benefit Services online systems through the above logon link or you can continue reading on this page for system descriptions, information on what’s needed to use UBS, and related tutorials.

The United Way Helpline is here to help. If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, or other essential services, go their website or call 2 1 1 .
https://www.unitedwaysatx.org/covid19/ or United Way Bexar County Resources by Zip Code https://www.unitedwaysatx.org/2-1-1/

COVID-19 Preparedness and Prevention Resources - United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County As coronavirus, COVID-19, continues to spread across the U.S. and the globe, the health and safety of the community and its residents is our number one priority. Our local focus, in concert with our community impact partners, is working to improve the lives of local children, students, families and....

As the Department of Defense responds to the ever-changing effects of the coronavirus disease, or COVID-19, we at Military OneSource are committed to providing our service members and military families everywhere with up-to-date information, resources and answers regarding its impact on military life.

- We have created a dedicated section on our website at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/coronavirus for Department of Defense-related coronavirus updates and impacts. We will update the section regularly so please check in frequently.
- We will also post news and important information on Military OneSource social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest - using links at the bottom of this email. Be sure to follow us for updates and to hear from others in the community.
- Our Military OneSource call center remains available 24/7/365 for personalized support. Call us at 1-800-342-9647 (OCONUS calling options here: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/international-calling-options).
- This can be a demanding time. If you are feeling stressed, counseling services remain available by phone, video and online. To schedule an appointment, call (1-800-342-9647) or live chat (https://livechat.militaryonesourceconnect.org/chat) through our website.

As always, our priority is to serve military personnel and their families now and in the days ahead.

Visit https://www.militaryonesource.mil/coronavirus

Contact Military OneSource Whether you're in the US. or overseas. Military OneSource services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Unemployment Insurance - RELATED TO COVID-19
The Department of Labor currently has an unemployment Insurance Flexibility Benefits for those who have lost their employment related to COVID-19
www.dol.gov/coronavirus

Coronavirus Resources | U.S. Department of Labor The U.S. Department of Labor has resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 virus (also known as Coronavirus).

Giving kids with ADHD support and structure during the Corona Virus
https://childmind.org/article/anxiety-and-coping-with-coronavirus/

Anxiety and Coping With the Coronavirus | Child Mind Institute Tips to help parents cope with anxiety during coronavirus.

Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/helping-children-cope-with-changes-resulting-from-covid-19

Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 Families across the country are adapting to the evolving changes in daily life caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. NASP has provided the following tips to help families reinforce a sense of control and r...

STORYLINE- Children’s books
https://www.storylineonline.net/ (Use Chrome to open)

Home - Storyline Online The SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s Daytime Emmy nominated, Storyline Online, features celebrated actors including Viola Davis, Kristen Bell, Chris Pine, Lily Tomlin, Wanda Sykes, Kevin Costner, James Earl Jones, Betty White and more reading children’s books to inspire a love of reading in millions of ch...

The Karma Kids Yoga philosophy of teaching yoga to children provides kids with a variety of yoga tools that they can take away from yoga class and use throughout their lives.
https://www.karmakidsyoga.com/

Karma Kids Yoga

TUTOR.COM --- FREE As of April 2020, all DoD service members, civilian personnel, and all dependent family members (kindergarten-college/adult) are eligible to use Tutor.com/military at no cost.

Military Families Eligible for DoD Tutoring Program - Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families Eligible military families get free access to Tutor.com through the DoD online tutoring program. This is a valuable benefit for deployed service members who want to provide academic and career help to their children and spouses while they are away.

Money Tip Monday! On ZOOM
Who: Geremy Chavez, Personal Financial Counselor (PFC) assigned to JBSA- Fort Sam Houston, TX is inviting you to a Zoom meeting.
What: Money Tip Monday!
When: Drop in on Monday’s anytime between 11:00 am- 1 pm Central Time
Where: On your personal phone or computer by clicking the following link:
https://zoom.us/j/836415105?pwd=QnpPNklPYnJhVW9tRTM0dVVxeEQxZz09
Why: You’ll learn tips on all areas of money management that can help you save A LOT of money.
Meeting ID: 836 415 105
Password: Money

Friday Financial Fun!- on ZOOM
Who: Geremy Chavez, Personal Financial Counselor (PFC) assigned to JBSA- Fort Sam Houston, TX is inviting you to a Zoom meeting.
When: Drop in on Friday’s anytime between 2-2:45 pm Central Time
Where: On your personal phone or computer by clicking the following link:
https://zeiders.zoom.us/j/367675513?pwd=a1lHK1BQd0Y4MUl1bTdPYy9RZk9adz09
Why: You never know what fun you’ll have each time you Join! Maybe you’ll solve a financial riddle, or discover money fun facts, tips, and strategies.
Meeting ID: 367 675 513
Password: Money

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Sent on behalf of the Texas ESGR****

Air Force Reserve members, do you have a question regarding your service and how it might impact your employer during the coronavirus pandemic? Be sure to give us a call. The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) can be contacted at 1-800-336-4590 (option 1) or www.esgr.mil.

About ESGR
ESGR is a Department of Defense office that supports Military Reserve Component members and their employers by recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of the law (USERRA), and resolving conflicts between Service members and Employers through neutral mediation.

The Alamo Wing ESGR representative is Mr. Robert Siller.