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19 April 2012 Task Force Knighthawk FRSA Flash www.facebook.com/TF Knighthawk Contents of this newsletter are compiled from multiple Military Family news sources. Material presented does not represent the views or endorsement of TF Knighthawk or the United States Army. This material is for personal use of the readers. All readers are encouraged to do further research for all applicable restric- tions and guidelines. The Officers and NCO’s of Task Force Knighthawk Request the Honor of Your Presence at the Change of Command Ceremony where Lieutenant Colonel Lars A. Wendt will relinquish Command to Lieutenant Colonel Matthew W. Braman At 1400 hours on Friday the twentieth day of April in the 2-10 Hangar, Bldg. 2074, WSAAF, Fort Drum, N.Y. RSVP: NLT 16 April 2012 (315) 772-5774 Toll Free: (866) 296-0226 [email protected] Military: Duty Uniform and Beret Civilian: Casual

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19 April 2012

Task Force Knighthawk FRSA Flash

www.facebook.com/TF Knighthawk

Contents of this newsletter are compiled from multiple Military Family news sources. Material presented

does not represent the views or endorsement of TF Knighthawk or the United States Army. This material is

for personal use of the readers. All readers are encouraged to do further research for all applicable restric-

tions and guidelines.

The Officers and NCO’s of

Task Force Knighthawk

Request the Honor of Your Presence at the

Change of Command Ceremony

where

Lieutenant Colonel Lars A. Wendt

will relinquish Command to

Lieutenant Colonel Matthew W. Braman

At 1400 hours on Friday the twentieth day of April in the

2-10 Hangar, Bldg. 2074, WSAAF, Fort Drum, N.Y.

RSVP: NLT 16 April 2012

(315) 772-5774

Toll Free: (866) 296-0226

[email protected]

Military: Duty Uniform and Beret

Civilian: Casual

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MEET AND GREET Friday, May 4th at 1100, Potluck meeting in the Pathfinder classroom. Please attend and help

greet the new commander !

Tuesday, May 1, 2012, Firehawks Fundraiser @ TF hangar (see flyer on page 4)

Ladies Weekend in Niagara Falls, (see flyer on page 4)

Wednesday, May 16, Firehawks FRG Meeting, TF classroom, 6-8pm (see flyer on page 4)

Wednesday, May 2, 2012, Noon till 3pm Firehawk/Deathstalker’s FRG Coffee (see flyer on

page 4)

Friday, April 27, Company BBQ (more information available soon)

Monday, May 30th FRG Meeting and Pay your Grade, 2pm at the motor pool

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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April 2012 (Month of the Military Child)

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April 2012 (Month of the Military Child)

April 15 - TAX DAY

April 16 – Resume Writing Computer Lab –

Army Community Service

April 16 – 20 – Week Long NAF Property Sale –

Family and MWR

April 16-20 - Fort Drum Volunteer Appreciation

Week, 0700-1630 @ ACS

April 17 - Holocaust Days of Remembrance Ob-

servance, 1100-1330 @ The Commons

April 19 - Volunteer of the Month Ceremony,

1030-1130 @ The Commons

April 19 - Annual Volunteer, Man & Woman of

the Mountain, 1700-2000 @ The Commons

April 20 - 21st Annual Festival of Food, 1630-

2000 @ The Commons

April 21 - Child Safety/Month of the Military

Child Carnival, 1300-1700 @ Youth Center Gym

April 22 - EARTH DAY

April 23 - Budget Management, 0930-Noon@

ACS

April 25 - Family Support Huddle, 1000-1130 @

Hays Hall/Eagles Nest

April 26 - Civilian of the Quarter Ceremony, 1130

-1300 @ The Commons

April 27 - PSAT Test and Assistance, 1500-1800

@ Youth Center Gym

April 27 - In her Shoes: Living with Domestic

Violence, 0900-1130 @ ACS

April 28 - USO Ice Cream Social, 1400-1600 @

USO Fort Drum

April 29—The LT Dan Band Concert, 1900-2100

@ Magrath Gym

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The Ladies of

Task Force Knighthawk

Request the pleasure of your company

at a Welcoming Coffee

honoring

Mrs. Rebecca Braman

on Thursday, the third of May

half past six o’clock in the evening

Rhicard Hills Community Center

*dessert will be served

This event is open to all spouses

RSVP on or by 1 May 2012

[email protected]

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There is a new Pediatric Dentistry located in Watertown. It is the ONLY Pedi-

atric Dentistry in Watertown and they accept United Concordia and Met Life.

They are currently accepting new patients. Here is the information:

Watertown Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Andrew Beuttenmuller

104 Paddock Street, Suite 103

Watertown, NY 13601

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Volunteers needed!!

Location:

Pine Plains Complex

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MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY!

The Personal Financial Counseling group of the Military & Family Life Consultant

program offers confidential, free financial counseling to you and members of your

family. A consultant can help you manage your finances, establish financial goals

and plan your financial future.

Thank you for your service. Here are several resources that may help you.

Do a budget: talk to us to learn how! Or go to www.google.com. ( Gmail account/

Documents/Search Templates/Family Budget Planner)

Debt solutions – www.powerpay.org ; www.ftc.gov/bcp

View Earnings Statements/Change Deductions – www.mypay.dfas.mil/

mypay.aspx

Order your free credit report – www.annualcreditreport.com

Get your free credit score – www.saveandinvest.org/military

Improve your credit – http://myfico.com/crediteducation/improveyourscore

List of approved credit counseling organizations – www.usdoj.gov/ust

Printable Food Coupons. www.smartsource.com

Food, furniture, auto repair, financial help – www.operationhomefront.net

Comprehensive community resources – www.211.org (Type in your location)

Ripped Off? Register complaint at -- www.ftc.gov/sentinel/military

Military Child Care – www.military.com/benefits

Off-base housing – www.ahrn.com

Grants – Am. Legion 800-504-4098; VFW – 816-756-3390

Emergencies – Red Cross – 877-272-7337; or BDE Chaplain - 315-772-2940

Education Assistance – www.gibill.va.gov

Plan your financial future – www.saveandinvest.org/military

Plan your retirement with the Thrift Savings Plan – http://www.tsp.gov

Tax help and filing taxes -- www.militaryonesource.com.

10% Savings Deposit Program (SDP) – www.saveandinvest.org

Transitioning out of the military – www.turbotap.org www.dol.gov

Where to Get Help

10th Combat Aviation Brigade

Personal Financial Counselor

P: 315-523-3765

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Helpful Phone Numbers

For Military Families at Fort Drum

The MFLC Personal Financial Counselor program helps you and your family manage your finances, resolve financial problems and reach long-term goals. Services are free, anonymous and confidential. For an appointment, call (at 10th CAB) 315-523-3765 or (at ACS) 315-489-2466.

Thank you for your service to our country. Here are several resources for families who need help achieving financial readiness.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program. Call (315) 782-9222. WIC serves all kinds of families with nutritious food, free nutrition advice, tips for staying healthy, recipes and resources for growing families.

Food Stamp Program – through the Community Action Planning Council. Call (315) 788-4900, or go to www.mybenefits.ny.gov.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP). Helps people pay for their energy bills. Call (800) 342-3009 or visit www.otda.state.ny.us and click on “Resources for Working Families”.

Army One Source. See http://aos.myarmylifetoo.com, or www.militaryonessource.com. Open 24/7 to answer any questions about everyday concerns or

Army Community Services (ACS). Employment readiness, basic budgeting, credit use; multiple forms of help. Building 4330. Call 315-772-6556/6557.

Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance (FSSA) Pre-screening. Go to https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/fssa/. See if you qualify for special assistance to supplement the BAS allowance. Difficult to qualify.

Unemployment Compensation for Military Spouses upon PCS-related Job Loss. Contact your previous state’s Department of Labor. See www.careeronestop.org.

Family Advocacy Program (FAP) at ACS Building. FAP offers a variety of services to help Soldiers, Spouses and Families gain life skills to lead a fulfilling life. Workshops include: Baby Basics; Parenting Workshops; For-Fathers-Only. Call (315) 772-4244.

New Parent Support Program (NPSP). The NPSP is a professional team of nurses and social workers who provide supportive and caring services to military families with children from birth to three years of age. Call (315) 772-0748.

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