Announcements

CGC White Alder Memorial. Funding Request (MS Word doc).

AA’s Vigilant Vets, a recognized Online Intergroup AA Meeting.
This discussion board is intended to provide a support and networking resource to those who are in recovery and to the friends and families that are also affected by substance abuse. If you are struggling with an addiction or working in a program, please know that you're not alone. Or if you are a family member (or friend) who would like information and support, you are welcome as well. As always, everyone has the right to privacy... so if anyone is wondering about participating on the board, but having some conflict... I would like to remind you that you can either have your profile as private, have it blank, or just create a secondary account so that you may participate in complete anonymity... either way, don't miss out on something that will potentially help. The point is to get help. Click here.

Health, Safety And Work-Life LISTSERVE. A new LISTSERVE for health, safety and work-life programs is now available. Members and their families can subscribe to this LISTSERVE, and when the Commandant sends information on the programs, it will be sent to everyone that is subscribed, at work or at home, or both. There won't be a set schedule for sending out information - it will be passed as information becomes available. Additional information.

LAMS: One of the Most Powerful Leadership Development Tools in the Coast Guard To reach optimal performance, an array of tools exists to help arm Coasties with professional leadership skills. One of the most popular is the five-day Leadership and Management School (LAMS). Intended primarily for E-5s, classes are sometimes a blend of junior officers, civilians, auxiliarists and occasional senior enlisted and senior officers. FAQs (Word doc) regarding LAMS. Upcoming class schedule (xls format).

Calendar of Events 2010

May

USCGC Waesche Fund Raiser. Join the Navy League of the United States in commissioning the new United States Coast Guard Cutter Waesche (WMSL 751)! By sending in your contribution today you will ensure the Waesche and her crew sets off ready for action. USCGC Waesche (WMSL 751) is the second ship in a new class of National Security Cutters. She is a state-of-the-art 418-foot vessel designed to meet the challenges that the Coast Guard will face for years to come. Waesche will be commissioned in Alameda, California at Coast Guard Island on May 7, 2010. The Navy League of the United States, Waesche Commissioning Committee is coordinating the ceremony of this new ship. Make history and be part of this important event! More information.

Warrior Games. The Coast Guard has been invited to participate in the 1ST Annual Warriors Games (WG) and is looking for individuals who may be interested in participating in the event. This event celebrates the achievements and abilities of wounded, ill, and inured Service Members. It becomes the payoff event for Service Members to incorporate athletic training as a part of their overall transition plan. The Coast Guard and Navy will combine under the Safe Harbor program to sponsor a team. More information.