Resilience means coming together in tough times, leaning on each other, and finding strength in our shared commitment to excellence. While the current environment may feel overwhelming, know that your skills, dedication, and spirit are what makes us APG strong. We are actively working to address concerns and provide the support needed to navigate these changes.
Take time to reach out to colleagues, utilize the available resources below, and speak with supervisors if you have questions or need reassurance. Your well-being is our top priority, and together, we will overcome these challenges.
Remember these things:
- Stay focused on your mission
- Hunt for and share good in every day. This will ensure you are able to take purposeful action.
- Focus on what you can control. Control the controllables.
- Avoid catastrophic thinking patterns. Keep things in perspective.
- Breathe, exercise, eat well & sleep!
Reach out for support. Talk it out with people you trust and access the resources available to you, such as your ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE (ACS): 410-278-7572.
UPCOMING ACS WORKSHOPS/CLASSES:
RESILIENCE/STRESS MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS: 410-278-2500
- Mid-Week-Mid-Day-Mindset: 12-1 p.m., March 12, 19, and 26 at the APG North Recreation Center, Rm. 102.
Teaches Master Resilience Training skills to help you develop a positive mindset so that you can control your stress level, build optimism, and feel hopeful even in difficult times.
Class can also be brought to your unit/organization or conducted one-on-one, please call number above to schedule.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS WORKSHOPS: 410-278-2435
- Rapid Response to Federal Employees with Susquehanna Workforce Network: March 18 & 25, from 12-1 p.m. on MS TEAMS
Workshop provides individuals with information on applying for Unemployment Insurance, finding healthcare through the MD Health connection, and other services available to them like free certification training.
The Susquehanna Workforce Network is the Local Workforce Development Board for Harford and Cecil County. They will also provide information on where other American Job Centers are in the state to serve individuals who do not live in Harford or Cecil counties.
FINANCIAL READINESS CLASSES: 410-278-2453
- Lunch & Learn Series: 12-1pm, Wed-Fri on MS TEAMS
Mar 12 - You Earned It: This seminar covers: Pay, Allowances, Benefits and Entitlements. We will also provide you with a list of valuable resources for information on benefits.
Mar 13 - Medicare Medicaid and the Marketplace: This seminar will help you understand the Medicare basics, the different coverage options, enrollment and more. Helpful resources and tools will be provided. and with this information you will be able to make confident Medicare decisions.
Mar 14 - Tricare at Retirement: This seminar will discuss what changes after retirement and what actions you need to take to continue TRICARE health coverage for you and your family.
Mar 19 - Exploring Digital Assets: This seminar will discuss what cryptocurrency is, and what you should know before investing.
Mar 20 - Investing in the Digital Age - Part 1: Learn how to make smart investment decisions and protect your money from scams in this briefing delivered by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Mar 21 - Investing in the Digital Age - Part 2: Learn how to make smart investment decisions and protect your money from scams in this briefing delivered by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Mar 26 - Fueling for Health: This seminar discusses current dietary guidelines from the USDA as well as accurate interpretations of food labels to educate on proper nutrition.
Mar 27 - Healthy Relationships and Finance: Money can be a large stressor in relationships, this seminar will focus on strategies that will help couples and families manage their finances while maintaining a strong healthy bond. We will address various aspects of relationships concerning money and finances.
Mar 28 - Healthy Sleep Habits: This seminar covers the basics of proper sleep hygiene practices. We will discuss how to get a better sleep and the benefit of sleep tracking.
ACS Financial Professionals are available to provide you professional advice and answers through one-on-one sessions.
FAMILY ADVOCACY WORKSHOPS: 410-278-7478/1711
Family Advocacy offers several life-skills classes.
- Stress Management
- Anger Management
- Communication/Relationship Enhancement
All classes can be brought to your unit/organization or conducted one-on-one. Please call the number above to schedule.
INFORMATION & REFERAL (I&R):
Main Desk I&R: 410-278-4232
Not sure where to start with getting answers to your questions? Contact I&R to get pointed in the right direction. You will be provided with timely, comprehensive information on both military and community resources that will assist in meeting basic needs and improve quality of life.
Exceptional Family Member Program: 410-278-2420
Do you have a family member with special needs? EFMP takes an all-inclusive approach to coordinating military and civilian community, educational, medical, housing, and personnel services to help Soldiers and their Families with special needs
If you’re struggling, it’s okay to share your feelings. Help is available. Dial 988 to reach the suicide and crisis lifeline.