Dec. 21, 2020 Operation Warm Heart pays off layaway balances, hands out gas gift cards to ‘spread holiday cheer’ Operation Warm Heart, a non-profit organized by first sergeants, paid off nearly $2,000 of layaway balances at the AAFES Base Exchange. In addition to the layaways, first sergeants visited the AAFES gas station Friday to hand out more than $1,000 in $25 gas gift cards.
Dec. 10, 2020 Hill launches site focused on building resilience Hill AFB has released an Integrated Resilience Channel. This is a platform of both live and pre-recorded sessions focused on opportunities for Airmen to connect and build personal, team, and organizational resilience.
Dec. 10, 2020 Injuries can freeze winter fun Cooling temperatures and early snow means it’s time to prepare for the winter sports season. While winter give us access to so many picturesque locations for winter activities, it’s important to keep in mind the risks for injury prior to participating.
Dec. 9, 2020 Physical health can’t be on back burner The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many of our daily routines, making it easy to put healthy habits on the back burner. And it can be especially difficult if you’re working from or home or caring for other family members – or both. As we continue to cope, we can still make physical health a priority
Dec. 4, 2020 Self-care this holiday season This year’s holiday season comes with many unique challenges. Safeguarding ourselves and the community from COVID-19 has been a marathon and will continue into 2021. The effects of this pandemic during the holiday season will test our resiliency. Here are some helpful tips to stay mentally safe
Dec. 4, 2020 Awareness stimulates holiday safety With the holidays approaching, it is a good time to make a plan for staying safe. The hustle and bustle of shopping, driving, travelling, and planning celebrations brings increased risk, both at work and at home. Far too often this leads to injury or even death. By recognizing and being aware of
Nov. 24, 2020 Ready Player One? AF Services puts E-sports to the test in Global Strike Air Force Gaming made its official debut on November 11, under the Air Force Services Center with a new intramural e-sports program. Teams at eight Air Force Global Strike Command bases will compete in a pilot program to crown the gaming champions of the command. AFGSC Airmen and Space
Nov. 24, 2020 Airmen respond to distressed teen on overpass, potentially saving life On Nov. 18, Tech. Sgt. Anthony Staton was headed to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to begin his workday at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center. Little did he know the actions he took before reaching the base’s gate would mean he potentially saved someone’s life. Little did he know a
Nov. 20, 2020 MFLC, EAP available for community Helping Organization officials are encouraging members of the community to be familiar with support resources this season. The Military Family Life Counseling and Employee Assistance Programs are available for personnel who need a boost through the holidays or may be battling COVID-fatigue.
Nov. 20, 2020 Support networks bolster resiliency during stressful holidays WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio (AFLCMC) – The holidays are a time of fellowship and joy for most, but for some it can be a very challenging time of year. Add to those challenges, the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases could make it even more difficult to meet and host traditional celebrations. That could