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Marine Corps Reunion Toolkit and Resources

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Highlights From the 2024 MCCS Sleep Challenge

Held in March 2024, the USMC Sleep Challenge included Marines and Families from most installations and Marine Corps Forces Reserve.

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Check on Friends, Like You Check Social Media

With the hectic pace of modern life, social media can be an effective way to check in on our “friends” who may be struggling.

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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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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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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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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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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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Unlocking Total Fitness: Essential Resources for Marines and Their Families

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Strong Finances Start at Home

Budgeting as a family builds financial readiness, strengthens relationships, and helps every household member develop lifelong money habits that support stability and mission readiness

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Long Term Assistance Program - Fall/Winter 2025

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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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Keep Your SGLI Updated: Protect What Matters Most

Eligible Marines automatically receive up to $500,000 in SGLI coverage but must log into SOES via milConnect to review or update their elections—especially after major life events.

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Reset the Standard: New Year, Same Mission of Dignity and Respect

Marines are called to recommit to dignity, respect, and the SAPR mission by actively preventing sexual assault, supporting survivors, and upholding the core values that strengthen our Corps.

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New Resource Helps Military Families Thrive

Explore the Thrive Initiative and discover online resources designed to support your family's growth, well-being, and success.

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Twentynine Palms Librarian Brings Joy and Connection to Marines and Families

At Twentynine Palms, Rachel Drake has turned the base library into more than a place for books—it’s a home base for connection, creativity, and lifelong learning.

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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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Get Beyond “Fine” Talking to Your Kids

Discover tips on how to engage your children in ways that go beyond surface-level responses and foster real connection.

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Teaching Young Children About Boundaries

Empowering children with an understanding of consent starts early. It helps them build healthy relationships, respect boundaries, and develop confidence in their choices.

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Parenting with Purpose: Growing Strong Families in the Corps

Parenting in the Marine Corps comes with challenges—but you don’t have to do it alone. Learn how routines, emotional support, and on-base programs like Thrive and EFMP can help your family grow stronger together.

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Cultivating Community as a Marine Corps Spouse

L.I.N.K.S. empowers Marine Corps spouses to build meaningful community, grow personally and professionally, and create lasting connections through workshops and volunteer opportunities.

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Win Big with the MCX Super Star Student Program

The MCX Super Star Student Program rewards K–12 students for academic achievement with scratch-off gift cards, giving every eligible student a chance to celebrate success with fun prizes and recognition.

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Recover Smart and Return Mission-Ready

Your team needs you at your best, Marine. That includes getting proper rest and taking care of your body while healing from an injury – Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

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Smooth Overseas Moves Start with a Plan

Smooth Overseas Moves Start with a Plan Infographic

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Access MCCS Courses Virtually on MarineNet

MarineNet offers MCCS courses online, allowing Marines to learn and grow at their own pace, anytime and anywhere.

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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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2025 USMC WARR Sleep Challenge

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Military & Family Life Counselors

Military & Family Life Counselors Infographic

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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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Semper Fit's Resilience Team

Semper Fit's Resilience Team Infographic

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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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Boost Your Focus and Wellness with SCUBA Diving

Scuba is more than an unforgettable experience, it’s a mental fitness, stress reduction, emotional well-being tool.

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Global School Play Day

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Mentor vs. Mentee - Both Can Benefit You

Mentor vs. Mentee - Both Can Benefit You

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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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Preparing for Deployment

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Volunteer Opportunities through the Volunteer Management Program (VMP) 

Volunteer Opportunities through the Volunteer Management Program (VMP) - Infographic

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Pause Before You React

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H2-Know

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Fueling for Your Climate

Fueling for Your Climate Infographic

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Special Education Support

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Drive Sober This December

Whether it’s libations while connecting with friends or a new prescription medication from the wizard, being in tune with your body and mind will help you build trust, confidence, and can positively impact your happiness.

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Stay Mission-Ready with Tactical Shift Work Strategies 

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Earn Your JEPES Credits with Ease

Earn Your JEPES Credits with Ease - Infographic

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Mail Success With USPS

Tips and tricks for success with the United States Postal Service

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Staying Grounded

Staying Grounded Infographic

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Fueling to Fight

Fueling to Fight Infographic

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Family Member Travel Screening Cell Has Arrived

The Family Member Travel Screening Cell (FMTS) will streamline the overseas suitability screening process for Marines and their families, providing proactive communication, medical screening assistance, and ongoing support to ensure a smoother transition to OCONUS assignments.

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Get Ready for that Overseas Move

Get Ready for that Overseas Move Infographic

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Build Your Child's Academic Goals

Setting goals helps students stay focused and motivated in their academic journey.

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Keep Relationships Strong During Deployment

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Take a Deep Breath

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The Hidden Toll of Sleep Deprivation

The Hidden Toll of Sleep Deprivation Infographic

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Tactical Performance Plate

Tactical Performance Plate Infographic

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Train for Mind-Body Focus

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Stepping Up to the Plate: Meet the New Coaches of the All-Marine Softball Team

The All-Marine Softball Program proudly welcomes 1stSgt Justin Nail and Mr. William Leidig to the coaching staff, bringing strong leadership rooted in discipline, teamwork, and the Marine Corps ethos.

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Be Ready When Minutes Matter

CPR Be Ready When Minutes Matter Infographic

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Level Up Your Nutrition for Better Sleep

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Training Smart, Not Just Hard: Injury Prevention Tips

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Helping Children Discover Purpose

Children and teens in Child & Youth Programs learn to lead, help others, and make a positive impact every day.

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MCAS Miramar Deployment Readiness Coordinator Loves Connecting with Marine Families

MCAS Miramar Deployment Readiness Coordinator Loves Connecting with Marine Families

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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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Operation Megaphone Connects Military Teens

Operation Megaphone is a worldwide teen-led event connecting military youth across installations to build leadership skills, foster community, and address issues affecting military teens.

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Be Your Best Self

21 days to your best self starts NOW!

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Financial Readiness = Mission Readiness

Building discipline isn’t just for physical performance - aligning your finances with your values while celebrating the small wins can help you reach your goals and stick to them.

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Create a Card to Show a Teacher Your Appreciation

Create a Card to Show a Teacher Your Appreciation - Printable coloring pages!

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Okinawa’s New Parent Support Program Manager Loves Working with Families

Meet Joy Baumgartner! A New Parent Support Program Manager, aboard MCCS Okinawa.

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Long Term Assistance Program Newsletter – April 2025

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School Liaison Program Evaluation Tool

School Liaison Program Evaluation Tool Infographic

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MCCS Supports Marine Spouses’ Total Fitness

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Semper Fit's Readiness Team

Semper Fit's Readiness Team Infographic

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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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Quantico’s FMEAP Program Specialist Loves Connecting Spouses with Employment Resources

Meet Lucy Arruffat! A Program Specialist in the Family Member Employment Assistance Program, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Quantico.

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2025 Marine Corps Spouse of the Year Winner Announced

Brittany Contreras has been named the 2025 Marine Corps Military Spouse of the Year for her outstanding leadership, advocacy, and dedication to strengthening military families and communities.

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The Four Stages of Sleep

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Bounce Back From Stress With MCCS

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The Period Of Purple Crying

The Period of Purple Crying describes a time in a newborn’s life when excessive crying can occur. This period of time may last from around 2 weeks old to 3-4 months old.

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Just the Facts - Continuation Pay

Just the Facts Continuation Pay USAA-EF Marines Infographic

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Use Your Local and Virtual MCCS Library to Build Your Social Fitness 

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Recharge with EFMP: Respite Care Reimbursement Program

Caregivers need breaks too—the EFMP Respite Care Reimbursement program helps cover the cost of a caregiver so you can recharge.

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Build Your Tribe with MCCS

Build a network of support to help you navigate your military journey.

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Supporting Your Child During a School Move

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All-Marine Rugby Team Competes at 2025 Armed Forces Championship

The All-Marine Rugby Team competed in the 2025 Armed Forces Championship, showcasing resilience, teamwork, and a renewed commitment to building a strong team culture and developing leaders on and off the field.

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Maintain Total Fitness During the Holidays

Semper Fit is available throughout the holiday season to help you maintain your total fitness.

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TRICARE Changes Coming in 2025

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MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation

MCCS Offerings for Summer Recreation - Infographic

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Eat Strong, Heal Strong

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How Tobacco Use Affects Performance and Health

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Be Tax Ready - Federal Income Tax Withholding (FITW)

Be Tax Ready - Federal Income Tax Withholding (FITW) Infographic

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Earn Your Lifeguard Certification with Semper Fit Aquatics

Earn Your Lifeguard Certification with Semper Fit Aquatics Infographic

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Be Ready for Rip Currents (Water Safety Month)

Be Ready for Rip Currents (Water Safety Month) - Infographic

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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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Be Tax Ready: Essential Steps to Prepare for Tax Season

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Albany’s Semper Fit Director Focuses on Warfighters’ Well-being

Hardwick’s journey from local athlete and barber to Semper Fit director at MCLB Albany, highlights his dedication to serving Marines, improving fitness programs, and positively impacting lives through leadership, resilience, and genuine care.

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Chaplains Stand Ready

Chaplains play a vital role in supporting Marines and their families.

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Getting Grounded with Gunny the Groundhog

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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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Youth Sports Help Military Kids Adjust and Connect