L.I.N.K.S.
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Introducing the Marine Corps culture to everyone
An orientation program designed to meet the needs of Marines and their entire family: spouses, children, and extended family members. Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) introduces the Marine Corps culture and lifestyle, thereby increasing participants' ability to avoid problems and allowing them to become more self-sufficient. L.I.N.K.S. also highlights the many military and community resources and benefits available to Marines and their families.
Nov
2
L.I.N.K.S. The Maze
08:15am - 11:30am
Location: Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) Training
Nov
3
L.I.N.K.S. The Corps
08:15am - 11:30am
Location: Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) Training
Nov
30
L.I.N.K.S. The Corps
08:15am - 11:30am
Location: Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) Training
Dec
1
L.I.N.K.S. The Maze
08:15am - 11:30am
Location: Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) Training
Marine Corps History & Traditions: Outlines USMC structure and mission to include Navy personnel attached to USMC units. Provides historical insights and discusses traditions.
Benefits & Services: An overview of benefits, privileges, and resources available to military families; including the location of these services and how to access their wealth of information.
Pay: Explains the differences between a civilian and military paycheck, while introducing the Leave and Earning Statement (LES), including a general discussion on basic pay and allowances.
Separations & Deployments: Discusses the inevitable separations military families will experience, and provides suggestions from seasoned spouses on how to successfully balance the additional responsibilities when your Marine is away.
Moving in the Military: Insights on the moving process; everything from the first packer’s inspection to clearing quarters.
Communication: Focuses on healthy interaction with others in the family and community; insights into the role of the Navy Chaplain and family support.
Career Opportunities: Provides participants with information on the benefits and opportunities for those who choose to “Stay Marine”.
Volunteering: Explore the benefits of becoming involved in your community; discuss local opportunities for volunteering and how to include on a resume.
Celebration: Cake cutting and celebration – summation of the L.I.N.K.S. journey and encouragement to participants to continue developing their knowledge and skills, and mentoring incoming families.
The L.I.N.K.S. program exists because mentors teach it, understand its importance, and want to help others succeed.
L.I.N.K.S. Mentors understand how valuable this information is for everyone regardless of how long you have been affiliated with this lifestyle. Becoming a part of the L.I.N.K.S. team ensures families will continue learning about the hundreds of resources available to them, and encourages you to grow your talents and skillsets.
Become a Mentor
People who join the team fill resume gaps, learn new skills, make friends, and become
best version of themselves!
Requirements:
- Must have current L.I.N.K.S. certificate from current duty station (within 3 years)
Mentor orientation class held by L.I.N.K.S. trainer.
(808) 496-8848 or
(808) 496-2657
Become a Volunteer
- Network and make friends
- Flexible hours
Contact Information and Resources
Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S.) Training
Phone: 8084968848
Secondary Phone: 8084962650
Email: mcbh.MCFTB.smb@usmc.mil
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Hours of operation:
| Office Hours | |
| Monday | 0800-1630 |
| Tuesday | 0800-1630 |
| Wednesday | 0800-1630 |
| Thursday | 0800-1630 |
| Friday | 0800-1630 |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
| Holiday hours may vary. | |