Hours of Operation
Monday – Wednesday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday
Closed
Hours
Address Information
4 W Castle St, Fairchild AFB, WA 99011
Address
Military & Family Readiness Center
Support Where You Need It
Car Buying Class
Deployed Family
Offered monthly on the last Wednesday
2024 Jan – Oct
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Open to: All Fairchild AFB
Deployed/Remote Family’s
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- We offer a wide range of classes on a regular basis, tailored to meet your needs. If there’s something specific you require, we can provide on-demand sessions as well. Our goal is to empower and equip you with valuable knowledge and skills.
- If you’re transitioning to Fairchild, we’re here to make the process as seamless as possible. Connect with us, and we’ll ensure you have the support you need during this important phase.
- Have a question or need guidance on family readiness matters? Our team of professionals is just a phone call away. We’re always ready to listen, assist, and provide you with the resources you need with personalized assistance.
- Check out our monthly calendar for a list of upcoming classes and workshops. It’s a great way to get involved, make friends, and access the valuable services we offer.
At the M&FRC, your family’s readiness is our top priority. We’re more than a resource center; we’re your dedicated partner on your military journey. Call us today, join our classes, and discover a welcoming community where we’re here to serve you.
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Compassionate Support When You Need It Most
Our heartfelt mission is to provide unwavering force and family support, nurturing the mission readiness, resilience, and well-being of our entire force community.
At the Military & Family Readiness Center (M&FRC), we offer a caring hand and a listening ear. We provide support services to our dedicated personnel and their cherished families through thoughtful individual consultations, a variety of member and family support programs, enlightening classes, empowering workshops, and heartwarming special events.
Your well-being is our utmost priority, and we’re here to walk this journey with you. We eagerly anticipate the privilege of serving you soon, with open hearts and a genuine commitment to your family’s welfare.
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Embedded:
AMXS 509.520.8483
AMXS 571.833.8534
MXS 314.302.9277
SFS 314.302.9221
General:
Adult 509.217.4557
Adult 507.369.4596
Child and Youth 314.306.3235
Our services embrace individuals, couples, families, and children, welcoming Military personnel and their families to benefit from the support we offer.
TAP Assistance Program 2024
There are 5 Steps with corresponding required forms.
Step 1
Initial Counseling
This first step assesses a service member’s goals/needs and assigns a Tier level (1-3) based on individual preparedness for transition. The member learns what must be accomplished and is provided resource information. Must be accomplished NLT 365 days from separation.
Step 2
Pre-Separation Counseling
Through completion of the DD Form 2648 Checklist, ensures members are informed of eligible entitlements/benefits to assist them, family members and significant others with the transition to civilian life. Pre-separation counseling should be accomplished early in the transition process but NLT 365 days from separation.
- Pre-Separation Resource Guide
- Financial Planning for Transition Participant Guide
- MY Transition Participant Guide.pdf
- MOC Crosswalk Participant Guide
- DOL 1 Day EFCT
- Employment Track DOL Employment Workshop
- Tips for Successful interview.pdf
- 21 Strengths from Military Experience
- TEAMS Website Guide
- Federal Resume (Forest Service)
- Doug Reed Resume
- Action Words
- Veteran Resources
- Common Interview Questions
Step 3
Transition Workshop Schedule
- Day 1: DoD Day – Managing Your (MY) Transition; Military Occupational Code (MOC) Crosswalk; Financial Planning for Transition.
- Day 2: VA Benefits and Services – Essential benefit information for every service member.
- Day 3: DOL Employment Fundamentals of Career Transition (EFCT).
- Day 4: DOL Employment Track.
- Day 5: DOL Employment Track & “Meet the Employer” Job Fair.
Step 4
Capstone
This last step ensures all standards have been met. This must be accomplished no earlier than one year of or no later than 90 days of separation or retirement.
Step 5
Optional 2 Day Workshops
C2E Track – The Career & Credential Exploration Track assists with establishing clear goals, evaluating training options, and building an action plan. Participants will complete personalized career development assessments of occupational interest, aptitude, and work values that will provide them with a variety of tailored career recommendations. They will learn how to use certification finder web tools and other internet resources that identify licensed occupations and a military occupational code translator.
My Education Track – Service members pursuing college education will receive guidance to prepare for the college application process. The Education Track addresses such topics as identifying educational goals, education funding, and researching and comparing institutions.Upon completion of this track, service members will be prepared to submit an application to an academic institution, meet with a counselor from the institution, and connect with the Student Veterans Organization on campus. Service members will be able to meet with education counselors for individualized preparation as desired.
Boots to Business Track – Service members pursuing self-employment in the private or non-profit sector will learn about the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, the benefits and realities of entrepreneurship, and the steps toward business ownership. Upon completion of the Entrepreneurship Track, service members will have developed the initial components of their business plan.After completing an optional eight-week online course, service members and veterans will be connected with a small business owner to mentor and guide them through their business start-up.