Military OneSource Podcast

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Faster Than Fast Food: Leveraging seasonal vegetables for meals and snacks Oct 20, 2022

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Learn how to create meals at home that are nutritious, inexpensive and faster than fast food. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Karen Hawkins, a registered dietician with Military Community and Family Policy, and Laurie Zerga, an author and culinary educator for kids who works with the Air Force Child Youth Programs. Visit Military OneSource at www.militaryonesource.mil to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with MC&FP. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Containerization of Your Personal Property Sep 28, 2022

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To help service members and their families gain a better understanding of PCSing and moving personal property, this podcast covers the differences between containerization and crating. Containerization is the use of large external containers to transport entire personal property shipments. Containerization is used for all shipments moving to, from, or in between overseas locations. Containers keep everything together to help prevent loss and reduce damage associated with handling household goods. Crating is the term used for smaller internal crates used to pack items the moving company feels need additional protection to transport safely. Crating can be utilized during any type of household goods shipment no matter the destination. Criteria for using containerization for domestic moves and crating for specialty items, whether to keep crates from move to move, how containers are sealed with tamper-evident seals to prevent opening during transportation, and what qualifies for additional unaccompanied baggage shipments for overseas moves are all discussed. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Jason Middleton, chief of Defense Personal Property Management Office in Europe for U.S. Transportation Command. The office is U.S. Transportation Command’s point of contact for any personal property issue within Europe, Africa, or the Middle East. For additional moving resources, visit the Moving Your Personal Property page on Military One Source at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-housing/moving/moving-personal-property/ to find additional information on this subject and other moving topics. Access the Crating and Containerization fact sheet at https://download.militaryonesource.mil/12038/MOS/Factsheets/ContainerizationofYourPersonalProperty-FactSheet.pdf. About the Podcast: Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Conducting a Personally Procured Move Sep 20, 2022

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To help service members and their families gain a better understanding of PCSing and moving personal property, this podcast covers how service members and their families can conduct a successful personally procured move. The podcast discusses how to determine if a personally procured move is the best option for your family, the different ways to transport your household goods, and how to request temporary storage, book a personally procured move, and submit a reimbursement request for your moving expenses. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Jason Middleton, chief of Defense Personal Property Management Office in Europe for U.S. Transportation Command. The office is U.S. Transportation Command’s point of contact for any personal property issue within Europe, Africa, or the Middle East. Visit the Moving Your Personal Property page on Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-housing/moving/moving-personal-property/ to find additional information on this subject and other moving topics. Access the Personally Procured Move fact sheet at https://download.militaryonesource.mil/12038/MOS/Factsheets/FactSheet-PersonallyProcuredMove.pdf About the Podcast: Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Accounting for Yourself After a Natural or Man-Made Disaster Sep 20, 2022

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Accounting for yourself after a disaster isn’t just a good idea, it’s mandatory for Defense Department personnel. In this podcast, Bruce Moody speaks with Lisa Valentine, the Defense Department’s program manager for personnel accountability, about the importance and different aspects of the department’s Personnel Accountability and Assessment System. The PAAS is a safe and secure way to share important information and track the status and whereabouts of Defense Department-affiliated personnel and their family members during and after disaster or pandemic situations. So, tune in to learn what you need to do to keep yourself and your family safe and comply with DOD requirements. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive. Visit Military OneSource and learn the importance of accounting for yourself after a disaster through this infographic: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/products/when-disaster-strikes-personnel-accountability-infographic-653/.

Respite Care for Caregivers Sep 09, 2022

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The first step in taking a break from caregiving is accepting that it is OK to walk away for a few minutes or even a few days. Exploring your options for occasional support and speaking with representatives can help you feel more comfortable leaving your loved one in the capable hands of another caregiver for short stretches of time. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

If You See Domestic Abuse Speak Up Sep 07, 2022

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Helping victims of domestic abuse can be tough. You might not know how to help, who to talk to or may question whether it’s your place to intervene. But preventing and stopping domestic abuse is everyone’s responsibility, and if you see something, you need to step up and speak up. Domestic abuse tends to escalate over time and can be a matter of life and death. Individuals experiencing abuse in the military, whether active themselves or in a relationship with someone who is, are often reluctant to report. It is helpful to know what to look for and what you can do. You can reach out to the victim and show your concern for their health and safety. You can also encourage them to contact the Family Advocacy Program and speak to a victim advocate; contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233) or call Military OneSource for confidential non-medical counseling at 800-342-9647. In this podcast, you will learn more about the signs of domestic abuse and what you can do to help. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/training-resources/podcasts/if-you-see-domestic-abuse-speak-up/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and their families. Military OneSource podcasts are an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Digital Remains Sep 01, 2022

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After death, our internet activity ─ commonly referred to as digital remains ─ should be treated with the same care and respect as physical remains. In this podcast, Bruce Moody speaks with Lisa Valentine, program manager for Casualty, Mortuary Affairs and Military Funeral Honors, as they explore the importance of being able to memorialize a loved one through their online accounts while also protecting those accounts from bad actors. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/products/manage-your-digital-remains-flyer-1164/ to learn about digital remains. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Estate Checklist Aug 31, 2022

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The “Estate Information Packet Checklist: Making Sure Your Affairs Are in Order” provides a checklist of things to ensure your affairs are in order so your wishes can be more easily carried out upon your death. In this podcast, Bruce Moody speaks with Lisa Valentine, program manager for Casualty, Mortuary Affairs and Military Funeral Honors, about the importance of completing the checklist. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/products/estate-information-packet-checklist-265/ to access the Estate Information Packet Checklist. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Moving: Mold Management Aug 18, 2022

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Mold is a natural part of the environment but can be a large concern during the moving process. A contaminated personal property shipment can spread mold to other cargo and personal property shipments in a trailer, warehouse or a ship, as well as into a service member’s new home. It’s important to take immediate steps to mitigate and remediate mold as soon as it’s discovered. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Jason Middleton, chief of Defense Personal Property Management Office in Europe for U.S. Transportation Command. The office is U.S. Transportation Command’s point of contact for any personal property issue within Europe, Africa, or the Middle East. They discuss steps to prevent mold contamination as well as the process to contain and manage mold at the three stages of your move — at pickup, during transit, and at delivery. Find out how to handle claims for essential and nonessential items, and where to find more information on mold management, including a mold fact sheet. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-housing/moving/moving-personal-property/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and their families who are moving their personal property. For information about mold management, view the Mold and Your Personal Property Fact Sheet. About the Podcast: Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Department of Defense. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

Transitioning Your Health Care During a PCS Aug 11, 2022

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Learn how to smoothly transition your health care during a PCS and what programs and services are available to help. Find out when to request copies of your medical records, how to find a provider in your new location, how to switch TRICARE enrollment and more. Host Bruce Moody speaks with Nicholas Polizzi, clinical psychologist and action officer for the Defense Health Agency’s InTransition program; and Krystyna Bienia, clinical psychologist in the mental health directorate at DHA, senior policy analyst and clinical lead for the Autism Care Demonstration and program manager for the Complex Pediatric Clinical Community. Visit Military OneSource at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/moving-housing/moving/pcs-and-military-moves/ to learn about the resources and support available to service members and families. Bruce Moody is a public affairs specialist with the office of Military Community and Family Policy. The Military OneSource podcast is an official resource of the Defense Department. For more information, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647. Military OneSource is your 24/7 connection to information, answers and support to help you reach your goals, overcome challenges and thrive.

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