Purpose
The purpose of the Family Life Action Group (FLAG) is to strengthen and build connection between communities in San Diego County and veteran families.
FLAG Points of Contact
Active FLAG Members
Group Updates
Flag Forum Conference Call 0900-1000 the second Monday of the month 605-475-3220 Code 730850#.
GOALS:
- Goal One: Build a strong relationship with ombudsman and family readiness officers to create awareness about community services/programs for active duty families during their transition from the military to civilian life.
- Goal Two: Advocate for military and veteran spouse employment by focusing on licensing issues in California such as transferring military and veteran spouses’ certifications to California when they move here. The overall goal is to give veteran families an incentive to stay in California and keep them and their talent here after their family leaves active duty.
- Goal Three: Conduct CA Census 2020 Complete Count outreach to educate veteran households about the Census, its value, and encourage our military and veteran communities to complete the 2020 Census.
SPOUSE TRANSITION RESOURCES
Thinking about life after the military? Whether transitioning tomorrow or 5 years from now it’s never too early to start planning.
Bob Hope Veterans Support Program
Courage to Call
Transition support program to help ease the move to civilian life
1-877-698-7838
Family Forces
Counseling services for military families
Fleet and Family Services
Life After the Uniform: The Resilient Spouse
https://www.navylifesw.com/ffsc
Hire Heroes USA
Provides free job search assistance for U.S. military members, veterans and military spouses
HireMilitary
Programs for veteran spouses
Hiring Our Heroes
Programs for military spouses
Military OneSource
Military resource website providing 24/7 support for military personnel, spouses, family members and survivors
800-342-9647
MVPvets
Life Sciences Career Mentorship Program for Veterans and Spouses
National Veterans Transition Services
North San Diego Business Chamber Operation Connect
Connects transitioning service members to business leaders, owners, and influential people in the community
Office of Military and Veteran Resources
Provide professional services for military veterans and their dependents and survivors who are entitled to benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the State of California, and other agencies as applicable.
PsychArmor offers a free portfolio of courses for Transitioning Service Members and their Families
San Diego Military Family Collaborative
Military Transition: The Spouse Edition
https://sdmilitaryfamily.org/transition-resources/
858-496-0044
STARS Camp Pendleton
Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar
STARS MCAS Miramar
Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar
STARS MCRD
Spouse Transition and Readiness Seminar
Work for Warriors
Free job placement program in California
Vet’s Community Connections
Assists veterans, military and their families transition into their community by connecting them with local individuals and organizations that can assist them in building thriving lives
VetCTAP
Veteran Career Transition Assistance Program
Zero8hundred
zero8hundred assists military service members, recent veterans and their spouses (including Gold Star spouses) through the challenges of transition from military service to civilian life
CAREGIVER RESOURCES
American Red Cross Resiliency Programs
Elizabeth Dole Foundation – Hidden Heroes Program
Maxim Healthcare
Military Caregiver Respite Program and Children’s Behavioral Care
Southern Caregiver Resource Center
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEXAbUI2VlxGy05Pt8_EVeg
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/scrc
- Local SD VA Caregiver Support: 858-642-1215
- National VA Caregiver Support Line: 855-260-3274
VETERAN CENTERS
San Diego Vet Center
2790 Truxtun Road, Suite 130
San Diego, CA 92106
Phone: 858-642-1500
San Marcos Vet Center
One Civic Center Dr., Suite 150
San Marcos, CA 92069
Phone: 855-898-6050
Chula Vista Vet Center
180 Otay Lakes Road, Suite 108
Bonita, CA 91902-2439
Phone: 877-618-6534