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Be Your Best Self

21 days to your best self starts NOW!

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M4L Network Success Story: Retiring Marine Lands Employment Opportunity with Bank of America

M4L networking events can be a great way to meet new people, and to successfully seek and potentially obtain employment opportunities. As was the case for Robert Glynn, a Marine in Charlotte who got a new job by attending a local M4L networking event.

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Leverage Military Experience for a Civilian Job

From leadership and discipline to technical expertise and problem-solving abilities, leverage your military experience for a civilian job.

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Fine Tune Fitness with Volume Control

Whether you’re training for readiness or recovery, balance is everything.

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Self-Care Check-In

Self-care looks different for everyone, and it is important to find what you need and enjoy.

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Maintaining Your Peace While Vacationing

Four simple tips to maintaining peace during vacation.

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Break Free from Burnout

Burnout can feel inevitable in a high-stress military environment, but building healthy habits like setting work boundaries, practicing self-care, and staying connected can help prevent it.

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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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Get to Know Your TEO

Get to Know Your TEO

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What Do You Need? We Are Here To Help

The Family Advocacy Program is here to help when you are experiencing challenges in life.

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Swimming Safety

Tips and tricks to stay safe during water play.

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Marine Benefits from Leadership Scholar Program

Sgt Jackson credits the guidance and support from the Leadership Scholar Program on his acceptance to the University of Chicago.

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International Mind-Body Wellness Day

January 3 is International Mind-Body Wellness Day, an opportunity to celebrate how a healthy mind and healthy emotions mean a healthy body.

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EFMP: Supporting Marines and their Families with Special Needs

You may have heard of the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) before, but do you know all that it does and how many Marine Families it touches?

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It Matters Where You Shop This Holiday Season

Shop your local Marine Corps Exchange this holiday season and enter to win some amazing prizes and MCX gift cards!

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Prepare Now for a More Successful PCS Move with EFMP

Eight tips your family may be able to use during your next PCS move.

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How to Grow Your Network on LinkedIn

Growing a LinkedIn network can be beneficial in many ways. With a large network of quality connections, you can easily seek advice, request informational interviews, explore different career pathways, and even receive introductions to helpful resources.

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The Number You Need to Know - 988

Dial 988 from any phone and reach the Military/Veterans Crisis Line.

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Childcare Provider Appreciation Day

This year, Childcare Provider Appreciation Day will be celebrated on May 12th. By recognizing these dedicated professionals, we are reminded of the importance of their work and the positive impact high-quality childcare has on children throughout their entire lives.

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Kindness is Contagious - Spread It

A small act of kindness—like a care package to a deployed service member—can create lasting impact, inspiring hope, connection, and a ripple effect of compassion across generations.

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Use R.A.C.E. Protocol to Help Prevent Suicide

R.A.C.E. - Recognize, Ask, Care, Escort.

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Eight Healthy Tips to Digest During National Nutrition Month

Supercharge your March with eight tips to enhance your life during National Nutrition Month.

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Why Additional Health Insurance Might be Right for Some Military Families

Heath Insurance Marketplace, Medicaid, and Medicare are additional insurance companies that may be right for your family.

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Embracing a Balanced Lifestyle

Whether you're serving in the Marines or supporting from home, embracing a balanced lifestyle is key to overall wellness.

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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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Financial Savings Tips for the Summer

Save money this summer by budgeting for travel, taking advantage of military discounts, and cutting unnecessary expenses while still enjoying seasonal activities.

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Recognize the Value of Volunteers

By recognizing the efforts of volunteers, the Marine Corps reinforces the value of service and encourages continued involvement to build a stronger, more connected community.

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Ways to Connect Spiritually on Memorial Day

Approach Memorial Day with finding balance between acknowledging the sacrifices made by others and celebrating the significance of the day.

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Are You In It for the Journey or the Race?

Navigating challenges and obstacles in relationships will determine if it is a journey with your partner or a race to the end.

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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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Guiding Teens’ Next Steps After High School

Helping teens navigate life after high school starts with open conversations about their goals, whether it’s college, the military, or entering the workforce. Providing support, exploring options together, and encouraging independence will set them up for success in their next chapter.

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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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Being Empathetic Can Help Prevent Suicide

Strategies to use when approaching individuals that have been recognized as “acting outside their norm” who may need help.  

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Making Your Family Transition Easier with STARS

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Building a Strong Special Education Team for Your Child

Building a Strong Special Education Team for Your Child

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Your Community Fuels Your Well-being

Community is the foundation of strength and support for Marines and their families, playing a vital role in well-being and sexual assault prevention by fostering connection, accountability, and safety.

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10 Interview Questions You Must Be Prepared to Answer

Are you preparing for your next job interview? If you want to impress the interviewer there are some crucial questions that you must be ready to answer.

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Military Sexual Trauma

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) uses military sexual trauma (MST) as an encompassing term to refer to sexual assault or sexual harassment experienced during military service. Fortunately, service members can recover from experiences of trauma and VA services are among the many resources available.

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Family-Style Dining Helps Kids Build Social and Problem-solving Skills

Children benefit from family-style dining in a child care setting.

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5 Reasons Why Your Child Should Be Playing Sports

The National Alliance for Youth Sports believes that participation in sports and activities develops important character traits and lifelong values in children which can create a positive impact in their lives. Youth Sports programs at your installation seek to make the sports experience for all children safe, fun and healthy. Programs promote the value and importance of sports and physical activities in the emotional, physical, social, and mental development of children. Here are five reasons why you should sign your child up for youth sports today.

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Preparing for Natural Disasters as a Marine Corps Family

Creating a plan to manage natural disasters is an essential element of your Marine Corps family’s readiness.

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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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Leveling the High School Sports Playing Field for Service Members’ Children 

Military students face many challenges both academically and in sports. The Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission is legislation that levels the playing field and addresses common issues for students impacted by a PCS move.

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Budgeting as a Family

Seven tips to effectively budget as a family.

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The Military Student Assistance Group Eases Transitions for Military Children

The Military Student Assistance Group (MilSAG), founded by Twentynine Palms High School junior William Sumption Jr., helps new military-connected students adjust to their new environment by offering peer-led support and local insights. Backed by the Youth Connections initiative and School Liaison Program, MilSAG fosters student connection, combats isolation, and exemplifies youth-driven leadership in the Marine Corps community.

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 A Guide to Navigating Change with EFMP and Community Resources

Military families navigating change can rely on EFMP for personalized support, from respite care to educational advocacy.

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Three Cs Are Key to Healthy Relationships

Calmness, connectedness, and compassion are essential for building strong relationships, fostering understanding, and creating a supportive environment where both partners feel valued and heard.

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Marine Corps Observes Red Ribbon Week and Prescription Drug Take Back Day

The Marine Corps will observe Red Ribbon Week and Prescription Drug Take Back Day this October.

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The Four Stages of Sleep

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Event at Camp Lejeune Focuses on Suicide Prevention and Wellness

Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune hosts 2024 Suicide Prevention Wellness Symposium.