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FEBRUARY 2011

Family TimesHow to Celebrate Valentine's Day in NYC

the most romantic day of the year, what can be better

n spending it in the most romantic city in the world? Here's

ere to take your sweetie in NYC on Valentine's Day.

Stay at The Essex House Hotel. It's one of the most

mantic hotels in the city, located right across the street from

ntral Park, one of the most romantic places in the world.

e hotel is located on 59th Street and Central Park South.ough it is a bit pricey to stay here (one night will cost you

out $329) the romantic mood that the hotel's ambiance will

you and your sweetie in will definitely be worth the price!

more information call the Essex House hotel at

12) 247-0300 ask for reservations.

Take an evening carriage ride through Central Park.

hat could possibly be more romantic on Valentine's Day

n an evening carriage ride through Central Park? To make

ride even more cozy, bring your own hot chocolate and

the driver for a blanket. Now that's romance! The

mated cost for a carriage ride around Central Park (not

luding tip) is:$34 for the first 1/2 hour and $10 for each

ditional1/4 hour. Call Manhattan Carriages of NYC at

7-298-7927 for more information.

Buy a ring at Tiffany's. If you're in NYC and you want to

p THE question on the most romantic day of the year, then

u must bring your sweetie to Tiffany's. With diamonds of

ry shape and facet, you're bound to find something that

l make your Valentine's eyes sparkle! You may request

ampagne service. Tiffany's is located on 57th Street and

th Avenue.

Have drinks at the River Cafe. Located right under the

ooklyn Bridge, The River Cafe with its views of Lower

nhattan has one of the most romantic views in all of NYC.

a perfect spot to share drinks with the one you love and

nk romantic thoughts. The River Cafe is located at 1 Water

eet in Brooklyn. 718-522-5200.

Romantic nightclub Feinstein's at the Regency Hotel. If

u're the old fashioned type who longs for a romantic

ning spent at an old fashioned nightclub, then Feinstein'she Regency Hotel on Valentine's Day is for you. With its

mate setting and top of the line performers singing old

e standards, Feinstein's on Valentines Day is the

elegant way to romance your sweetie. Feinsteins at the Regen

Hotel is located at 61st Street and Park Avenue. 212-339-4095

Take a champagne limo ride around Manhattan.Valentine's Day, what can be more romantic than sitting in t

back seat of a stretch limo with your sweetie, sharing a bottle

champagne and taking in the view of NYC! Many NYC lim

companies offer several different tour packages that can ta

you around different parts of the city (some even offer fr

champagne!). Since there are so many limo companies in NY

your best bet is to do some research a couple weeks befo

Valentine's Day and decide which limo service offers the b

deal for you.

Take a dinner cruise around Manhattan. What couldmore romantic on Valentine's Day than being out on the wa

with your honey, sharing a candlelight dinner, listening to li

entertainment and taking in Manhattan's spectacular skyl

view. Well, that will be your experience when you take

romantic dinner cruise around New York Harbor. One of t

most popular ones is offered by Spirit Cruise Lines. They offe

Valentines Dinner Cruise" package for about $129.90 For m

informationcall, Spirit Cruise Lines at (866) 483-3866.

Take an evening ride on the Staten Island Ferry. It's t

cheapest ride in NYC (it's FREE!) and it has the best, m

romantic, view! For a 25-minute ride you'll get to see the NY

skyline in all its lit up, romantic glory. Now isn't that the b

way to spend Valentine's Day? For more information about

Staten Island Ferry, check out their website.

See NYC from the top of the Empire State Building.

been done in some of the most romantic movies in Hollywo

(Sleepless in Seattle and "An Affair To Remember just to nam

two) and if you want to give your sweetie a piece of NYC, w

then the top of the Empire State Building is a great place to b

With an entrance fee of $26 per person and all of NYC in fr

of you, what could be a more romantic way to spend ValentinDay? For more information about the Empire State Buildi

Observation Deck, please checkout their website.

Elaine Furst

mitted by Magda Lawrence

rmation and Referral


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ACS PROGRAMS & STAFFFamily Advocacy

Vincent DiMaira

718-630-4460

Financial Readiness

Miguel Morales

718-630-4471

Information & ReferralMagda Lawrence

718-630-4754

Lending Closet

Madeline Pastorella

718-630-4462

Outreach Program

Coordinator

Carson Schefstad

718-630-4467

Relocation Readiness

Madeline Pastorella

718-630-4462

Sexual Assault &

Victim Advocacy

Vincent DiMaira

718-630-4460

Survivor

Outreach ServicesCarson Schefstad

718-630-4467

ACS Director

Carmen Borrero

718-630-4457

Army Emergency Relief

Miguel Morales

718-630-4471

Army Family TeamBuilding

John Mapes

718-630-4498

Army Family Action Plan

John Mapes

718-630-4498

Army Volunteer Corps

Joseph Gamez

718-630-4756

Deployment Readiness

Madeline Pastorella

718-630-4462

Employment Readiness

Joseph Gamez

718-630-4756

Exceptional Family

Member Program

Vincent DiMaira718-630-4460

Directors Corner

New to Ft. HamiltonCome to our Newcomer

Orientation

When: February 24, 2011

Beginning @ 0830Where: ACS Conf. Room

Building 137C, 1st Floor

Contact: Maddy

To reserve your seat!

(718) 630-4754

Carmen E. Borrero,

ACS Director

Carmen

Enclosed you will find our FY 11 ACS Needs

Assessment Survey. Please take a moment to

let us know how we are doing. Thank you.

Happy Valentines Day!!


3/18

Military OneSource Tax Services

he Military OneSource Tax Program will begin on Mon., January 17, 2011. The program will providee access to a customized version of the basic H&R Block at Home electronic tax filing product. This

stomized product allows for free federal filing and free state filing (up to three states). In addition, free

ephonic tax consultations are available to help with tax related issues. Please visit Military OneSource

bsite to learn more about the program and filing your 2010 taxes. *An Important Note: Please do not create

r account on the public H&R Block Web site. You will incur a fee if you file using the public H&R Block Web

e/product. If you create an account on the public H&R Block Web site, regardless of how you access the account in the

ure, the H&R Block system will view you as a public user (the system tags the account when it is created, according to

version of the product being used at that time).

ase wait until Monday, January 17th, when the customized MOS version is made available via a link on the Military

eSource Web site to create your account.

&R Block At Home Maintenance Schedule:ease keep these dates in mind when planning your tax preparation. Our online services will be

available during the following times due to system maintenance:

Financial Readiness Program

mitted by Miguel Morales

ancial Readiness Program Manager

Jan. 28, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Feb. 04, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Feb. 11, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Feb. 25, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

May 20, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Mar. 11, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Mar. 25, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Apr. 08, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Apr. 22, 2011, 2-6 a.m. ET

Financial Readiness

PCS Financial Class

February 23, 20111400 to 1500

ACS Conference Room

To Reserve a Seat!Call (718) 630.4471 or (718) 630.4754

Financial Readiness

First Term Soldiers

February 22, 20110830 to 1500

Education Center Building 218A

To Reserve a Seat!Call (718) 630.4471 or (718) 630.4754

nancial Counseling Servicesd you know that Military OneSource offers free Financial Counseling Services? This is a great time to

k to one of our Accredited Financial Counselors about the best ways to use your tax return and address

y issues you might have with debt, money management, or budgeting.

Articles:Find out about the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act.

Filing Taxes When a Service Memberis Deployed

Quick Tips for Using Your Tax Refund

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4/18

Military Saves encourages the Military community to meet immediateeeds and build long-term wealth through saving and debt reduction

What is Military Saves?

ilitary Saves is a national campaign to persuade, motivate, and encourage

ilitary Families to save money every month, and to convince leaders and

ganizations to be aggressive in promoting automatic savings.

Why Join?

ou'll be a part of a global movement dedicated to personal financial stability.

nancial stability is about a lot more than knowledge - it takes consistent action

ver time. Military Saves is a campaign to make every military community a

pportive environment to assist in that.

l over America people just like you are proving that you dont have to be rich

build wealth. As members of Military Saves, they are paying off their debts,nd saving to reach their financial goals. We can help with tips and tools to help

ou set goals, develop strategies to reach those goals, and to start saving. So

hat are you waiting for? Enroll in Military Saves and start making your dreams

ality.

Saving money is a simple concept that just takes some practice.

For more information please visit:www.militarysaves.org

Military Saves Campaign WeekFebruary 20-27, 2011

mitted by Miguel Morales

ancial Readiness Program Manager
https://www.militarysaves.org/enroll/default.asp


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he Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) Conference was held on 4 Novembe

010 to develop and prioritize issues from the Fort Hamilton Community. Ther

ere 23 issues prioritized from over 55 submitted issues. These 23 issues will b

viewed by the Garrison Commander and the AFAP Steering Committe

uarterly. On 16 Dec 2010 the AFAP Steering Committee met and agreed to clos

issues from the 2009 Conference and 1 issue from 2010 Conference.

Any one interested in being a delegate or volunteering for the AFAP Program,please contact: John Mapes @ (718) 630-4498 or e-mail me @

[email protected] .mil

H-09-060: No Veterinary Service on Post. Status: CLOSED/ Currently there

e no locations on Post to provide these services. Once the Armed Forces

eserve Center is manned and operational we will then look at our options. In th

ean time a list of available providers in the area were added to the Resource

st maintained in the ACS office and added to the monthly ACS Newsletter.

H-09-067: Current event publicity and communication at Ft. Hamilton. Status:

LOSED/ Fort Hamiltons website, www.hamilton.army.mil is operational,

uick Connect, Facebook, ACS Newsletter, FMWR Marquee, The Connection,

ewcomers Briefing and other communication outlets are being utilized.

H-10-055: Tricare Liasion. Status: CLOSED. There is a dedicated Tricare

asion, Ms. Tracy Gayle located in building 114, 1st floor.

sue FH-10-034: Commissary and PX privileges for Survivors and issue FH-

0-046: ID Cards for Gold Star Parents, are duplicate issues being looked at by

e Armys General Office Steering Committee.

sue FH-10-050: SOS Support for Casualty Assistance Officer Family Visits

ill be elevated to the next level of Command in Washington DC.

Army Family Action Planssues That Matter to You

bmitted by John Mapes

AP Program Manager
http://www.hamilton.army.mil/http://www.hamilton.army.mil/


6/18

rmy Family Team Building Level 1 ClassesDo you want to learn how to:

Read an LES

Recognize Military Rank

Access all your Benefits and Entitlements

Learn the Customs and Courtesies of the Military

And much more.

hese classes are open to all ID card holders and DoD Civilians. Army Community Services

enter holds classes every 3rd Wednesday at 11:00 am to 12:00 pm in Bldg 137 C Poly Place

floor (near the Post Exchange).

youre interested in taking any of the over 30 AFTB classes or becoming a volunteer for th

FTB Program contact: John Mapes @718 630-4498 or e-mail [email protected]

uilding Army Strong Families

mitted by John Mapes,

TB Program Manager

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Children going through deployment may experience

ny of the same effects as children of divorce. They

rry about what will happen to them. They worry that the

n-deployed parent will leave, too. Who will take care ofm? This is particularly true if the family has trouble

h mail deliveries or pay allotments which is sometimes

case in early days of separation.

Preparing a child emotionally prior to departure will

p the child cope as the Service Member leaves forining or for deployment. Make sure children know theyloved. Whenever there is distress in a family, children

ume responsibility for it. They may feel responsible thatarent is going away or feel that the parent does not love

m any more. Providing consistent, loving assurance willp alleviate this.

Be Truthful: Children are very perceptive! As soon asService Member starts planning and preparing for a

ll or deployment, the child will catch on that somethingup. Do not lie to your child in an attempt to shield him or

from the truth or they may assume something worse.k to your child openly and honestly.

Share Feelings: Children often lack the vocabulary tore their feelings. It will help if parents talk about their

n feelings which will help children communicate their

lings. Let your child know that even negative thoughts

d feelings are OK and normal.Explore Destination: Using a map or globe, show your

ld where you are going and chart your route. Using

oks or encyclopedias, explore weather conditions,

tural norms, or products produced in that region.Communicate with Teachers: If your child is school-

e, let the teacher know what is going on at home. The

cher may use maps and chart your travels with the class.

Design an Activity to Pass Time: With your child,ign or create an activity to help mark time. For younger

ldren, make a paper chain with a link for each day youl be gone that the child can use to measure time (the

ld will break a link each day). For an older child, chooseook that you both would enjoy and each read a

selected passage everyday.

Show Your Workspace: If possible, set aside time toow your child the ship and where you will be eating,eping, and working. Or, take your child to the armory

or to departure and show him or her the artillery guns or

weapons that you might be working with while away.

Let Your Child Help You Pack: Letting your ch

help you pack will allow him or her to be more involved

the process and also allow them to "care" for you.possible, let them decorate the inside of your footlock

Not only will they have great fun but you will enjoy th

artwork for days and months to come.

Signs of Distress: Even with the best laid plans and

cheerful demeanor, parents cannot always prevent thchildren from experiencing stress when the ServiMember is called to duty. They may not fully understa

why Dad or Mom is gone and they may worry about thsafety. They will also be very perceptive to what the pare

at home is feeling. These fears may consciouslysubconsciously trouble children.

Positive Aspects of Separation

Many parents worry about the negative impact

deployments on children. However, deployments of

many positive growth opportunities. Several psychologistudies show that despite the distress during separatisignificant developmental gains are made by ma

children. Some positive aspects of separation include:Fosters Maturity: Military children encounter mo

situations and have broader and more varied experienc

than children from non-military families. Induces grow

Military children learn more about the world and howfunction within a community at an earlier age. Taking

additional responsibilities in a parent's absence provide

chance to develop new skills and develop hidden intere

and abilities.Encourages Independence: Military children tend to

more resourceful and self-starters. Prepares for separatio

In a life-style filled with greetings and farewells fro

deployments and relocations, helps for future farewells abuilding new friendships.

Strengthens Family Bonds: Military families maemotional adjustments during a separation which oft

lead them to discover new sources of strength and suppamong themselves. A major function of family readiness

assuring that the family is aware of all support servic

available to them and how to access these services. Itimperative that the Service Member family realize that thare not alone and, chances are, whatever problem

situation the encounter has been addressed before.

Deployment: Your Children

nd Separation

cle from Military.com

mitted by Madeline Pastorella

ocation/Mobilization/Deployment Program Manager


8/18

Family Advocacy ProgramTheres No Excuse for Domestic Violence.

ervices are available to Service Members and

their Families. If you would like more

information or schedule an appointment,

ease contact Vincent DiMaira at 718-630-4460

To report Child or Spouse Abuse, please contact

partment of Emergency Service (DES) at

8-630-4456

For Confidential Reporting of Domestic Abuseto report Sexual Assault, please contact the

SAG Victim Advocacy Hotline at 347-452-4302

Family Advocacy ProgramFamily Advocacy Program Provides:

Abuse Education & Prevention

Domestic Violence Intervention

Child Abuse InterventionParenting Classes

Exceptional Family Member Program

Survivors Outreach Services

e Family Advocacy Program is committed to the strong Armymilies, and the prevention and treatment of Family violence.

coordinated efforts are designed to prevent and intervene in cases of Family distress, and to promo

althy Family life.

e Family Advocacy Program works with individuals and Families to strengthen Family relationships usi

ucation and prevention tactics. The program is dedicated to enhancing individual coping skills an

eviating the underlying causes of stress associated with Family violence. FAP provides preventi

ucation services which restore and maintain a healthy environment, while respecting customer identity.

e mission of Family Advocacy Program is to support the foundations of Family well-being in order

engthen Soldiers and Families, promote child safety, and prevent spouse and child abuse and neglect.

r more information please contact Vincent DiMaira, FAP Program Manager at 718-630-4460

SOS MISSION:-Expand and improve services to you

-Provide education on the roles &responsibilities of all agencies within you

community

-Improve the responsiveness and streamline theassistance process for you & your family

-Make a Support Coordinator, Financial Counseland Benefits Coordinator available to you

SOS PURPOSE:Demonstrates the Armys commitment to

families of the fallen. The mission of SOS ito provide enhanced services to these

families through a holistic and multi-agencapproach. We provide services at the

garrison and communities closest to wherfamilies live. SOS will allow the Army to

better identify the needs of those touchedby the loss of a soldier.

For more information please contact:Carson Schefstad, Program Manager

718-630-4467


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SSUES ADDRESSED BY MFLCS

School AdjustmentDeployment and Separation

Reunion Adjustment

Sibling &Parent-Child Communication

Behavioral Concerns

Fear, Grief and Loss

Daily Life Issues

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a

mandatory program designed to meet the needs of

Family Members with physical, emotional,developmental or learning difficulties that require

special medical treatment, therapy, or education.

Exceptional Family Member Program

For any questions concerning the Exceptional Family

Member Program, please contact Vincent DiMaira,

Family Advocacy Program Manager at 718-630-4460

The next EFMP Support Meeting will be on Feb. 11 at

1100 to 1200 in the ACS Conference Room, Building

137C Poly Place, 1st Floor. All Service Members and

Family Members with special needs are invited to

attend.

Military Family Life Consultant

oup sessions, education presentations, and

dividual meetings can be arranged. After hours

d weekend appoints are available.

To access MFLC services please call:

(718) 757-9408

To enroll your Family Member in EFMP, please contac

Ms. Brenda Shea, Occupational Health Nurse at

Ainsworth Clinic, phone number 718-630-4417.

The Army Victim Advocacy Programyou are a victim of domestic abuse, please know that

my Community Service has a Domestic Abuse Victim

dvocate who can be reached at 347-452-4302 24 hours/7

ys a week.

he Victim Advocate offers many services to includeformation regarding victims reporting options:

estricted- Allows victims the option of receiving medical

eatment, advocacy, and counseling without triggering the official investigative process or

mmand involvement.

nrestricted- Allows victims to also receive medical treatment, advocacy, counseling, and an

ficial investigation of their allegation by law enforcement. The option insures the widest range o

ghts and protections to the victim.

her services that the Victim Advocate offers are referrals to services, accompanying victims to

eetings with lawyers, police, and or command, and provision of information regarding the

ansitional Compensation Program. For more information, please contact:

Vincent DiMaira, FAPM at 718-630-4460.


10/18

top a Cold in Its Tracks

cle by Kimberly Holland


rmation and Referral

tickle in your throat. A cloudy head. An achy body.

s, you're coming down with something. The average

ult gets three colds per year, each lasting an average of

e days, says Jane Sadler, MD, a family practice

ysician at Baylor-Garland Hospital in Garland, Texas.

t you dont have to surrender. Heres how to stop a

d before it takes holdand feel better by tomorrow.

soon as you feel symptoms: Start drinking water orce. Staying hydrated cuts down on symptoms like a

e throat and stuffy nose, says William Schaffner, MD,

ofessor and chair of the department of preventive

dicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.

argle with salt water: To combat a scratchy throat add

f a teaspoon of salt to a glass of warm water. "The salt

aws out excess water in your throats tissues, reducing

inflammation, and clears mucous and irritants from

back of the throat," notes Philip Hagen, MD, medicaltor in chief ofMayo Clinic Book of Home Remedies.

e rinse also flushes out bacteria and viruses, which

y help whether youre getting a cold or want to prevent

e in the first place.

ep your nose clean: Using a saline nasal spray right

er cold symptoms first appear may reduce their impact,

dies suggest. And take a hot shower: "Warm moisture

ps clear nasal passages," Dr. Schaffner says.

thin the first two hours: Head to the drugstore.

ab a pain reliever like acetaminophen to fight off

hiness. Over-the-counter allergy meds, like Zyrtec and

nadryl, help with symptoms like runny nose and

tery eyes; allergy meds that contain decongestants, like

aritin D or Alavert D, will help clear your sinuses and

ep you alert, if you need to be, says Mark Moyad, MD,

PH, Jenkins/ Pokempner director of preventive and

ernative medicine at the University of Michigan

edical Center.

ip the OTC cough medicine: Good old honey works

t as well (and tastes better!), says Harley Rotbart, MD,

ofessor and vice chairman of ediatrics and ediatric

infectious diseases at the University of Colorado Sch

of Medicine. Have one to two tablespoons straight fr

the jar or stirred into tea. And forget zinc lozenges

sprays: Theres just not conclusive proof that they wo

Dr. Rotbart notes.

Over the next six hours: Skip work if you can. Y

body can fight off the virus better if youre well-restBut if you have to go in, its not the end of the wo

says Janet OMahony, MD, an internal medic

physician at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore. J

steer clear of co-workers as best you canthe first f

days of a cold is when youre most contagious. To k

from sharing your germs, wash your hands regularly

use an alcohol-based disinfectant gel.

Dont forget the fluids: Keep drinking plenty of wa

juice, or teaand have some chicken soup for lun

Grandmas favorite cure-all really does ease c

symptoms, research suggests.

Shake it off: If youre up for a little activity, "li

exercise can actually boost the immune system,"

Sadler says. But we mean light: Keep your heart rate j

under 100.

At the end of the day: Last chance for germ-fighting

healthy diet can help fuel the immune system, so choos

dinner that includes protein-packed foods like lean mfish, or beans, with a whole-grain side like brown rice

plenty of antioxidant-rich vegetables. Take a hot sho

before bed ifyoure still feeling stuffy. Then get a go

nights sleep.

The next day: All better? If you feel worse or hav

fever, start vomiting, or develop an increasingly

headache, call your doctorthese are signs youve

something other than the common cold (such as flu or

infection), and you may need antiviral medicatiantibiotics, or other treatment. Otherwise, keep up

routine for the next few days, just to be sure you kick

cold for ood.


11/18

How to Plan a Romantic Valentine's Day

hings You'll Need:

Roses (Long Stem)Chocolate truffles (Wrapped in elegant packaging)

Bed-and-Breakfast

Scented Candles

Lace or Silk Pajamas/Lingerie

Romantic Restaurant

Champagne

Romantic Music

Bubble Bath, Rose Retals

structions:

1. Send your lover a dozen long-stemmed red roses, the symbol of romance and passion.

2. Recite a love poem onto your mate's voice mail at work while he or she is at lunch.

3. Write a love letter or romantic valentine (see "How to Write a Romantic Valentine," at eHow

website).

4. Give your valentine an assortment of chocolate truffles, wrapped up in elegant packaging.

Other romantic gift ideas: a weekend away at a bed-and-breakfast in the countryside, a silk or

lace nightgown or silk pajamas, scented candles, a coupon book of self-conducted massages, or

dinner for two at your valentine's favorite restaurant.

5. Begin the evening with a Champagne toast to your love for each other.

6. Go for a walk or drive along a favorite vista to take in the evening sights.

7. Reserve dinner at a favorite restaurant or one you've both wanted to try. Or, take your valentineto the place where you first had dinner together. Re-enact that date for memory's sake.

8. Plan an after-dinner adventure: a carriage ride through the park, ice skating, ballroom dancing,

or sharing an after-dinner drink at a bar or nightclub with a view of the city lights.

9. Tell your sweetie all the reasons why you love him or her. Give detailed examples and

descriptions of these reasons where appropriate.

10. Place rose petals in your valentine's bath or on his or her sheets.

11. Kiss your valentine passionately throughout the evening. Linger on the kisses like you did

when ou and our lover were first fallin head-over-heels in love.

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