FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2018 Eye on the Fleet GREAT LAKES, ILLINOIS

Vol . 18 no .30 WWW .CNIC .nAVy .MIL/KEYWEST NAVAL AIR STATION , An appointment missed by you is an appointment missed by 2

By Rodney Foushee service to make it easier for by you is really missed by for patients to cancel their the next few months to Naval Hospital Jacksonville patients to cancel appoint- two,” said Cmdr. Valerie medical or dental appoint- allow patients to cancel or ments in time to allow Littlefield, NBHC Key ment in time to allow other reschedule their appoint- aval Branch Health another patient to take West’s officer-in-charge. patients to take their time ment via their smart Clinic Key West their slot. “This new phone remind- slot. We also plan to launch Nhas launched a new “An appointment missed er system makes it easier a text reminder system in see appointments page 5 (July 20, 2018) New Sailors celebrate after the comple- tion of their pass-in-review ceremony at Recruit Training Command . About 38,000 to 40,000 recruits graduate annually from the Navy’s only boot camp .

U.S. Navy photos by MC2 Spencer Fling inside: NAVY COLLEGE New survey...... 2

NGIS Award ceremony ...... 3

MWR U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Arnesia McIntyre Liberty program...... 4 aval Air Station Key West military and civilian personnel participated in suicide prevention training at Boca Chica Field. During the CLASSIFIEDS training, Jochebed Swilley presented a video of Sailors helping each other out after they saw warning signs of suicide. Womankind job opening . . . 6 N TOP OF PAGE ONE: U .S . Navy Flight NAS Key West civilians, military conduct suicide prevention training Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, C-130 By MC3 Arnesia McIntyre of extreme emotional pain tion. be aware of the warning quarter of this year, the transport aircraft, affection- NAS Key West Public Affairs caused by various factors. “Suicides have increased signs and to look out for military has had 80 suicide ately known as Fat Albert, Individuals who die by sui- this year,” said NAS Key each other. deaths in the active compo- flies over the crowd during uicide is a conscious cide often experience per- West Fleet and Family One out of every five sui- nent, 18 suicide deaths in the Pensacola Beach Air Show in Pensacola Beach, and deliberate end- sonal issues for which sui- Support social worker, cides in the United States the Reserves, and 23 sui- Florida . Sing of one’s own cide is seen as the best or, Jochebed Swilley. “It is involves a Service member life. It occurs as a result sometimes, the only solu- important for everyone to or veteran. For the first see suicide page 3 2• •July 27, 2018 July 27, 2018 • • 3

people who can go through some character of God. NGIS AWARD ceremony Suicide tionship issues or depres- ‘Be strong and pretty excruciating times but We are reminding numerous continued from page 1 sion, but all of these have learn nothing. times in scripture that God is a common factor of produc- CHAPLAIN'S Great suffer- sovereign, trustworthy and will cide deaths in the National ing stress. Understanding courageous’ Commanding Officer CORNER ing or trials can not forsake those that seek Him. Guard. and managing stress cannot drive some peo- In Joshua 1:9 it says “Have I not Capt. Bobby J. Baker There are no specific only help prevent suicides, an you think of a time of ple deeply into commanded you? Be strong and Executive Officer demographics associated but can improve a person’s great suffering or trial God’s love but courageous. Do not be afraid; do Cmdr. Greg Brotherton with suicides, but there may overall quality of life. in your life? What did can convince oth- not be discouraged, for the Lord be warning signs that can Understanding suicidal C PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER you learn and in what ways ers that a God of your God will be with you wher- be observed by those in con- issues and mental health Trice Denny July 27 did you grow through it? As we love cannot exist. ever you go.” tact with someone contem- is one of the first steps in 1917 - Construction of the Naval Aircraft all know wisdom can be listen- NAS Key West So what will Please come and join us on EDITOR plating suicide. Acting with- suicide prevention. Factory, Philadelphia is ordered to pro- ing to advice from others but Command Chaplain make the differ- Sundays at 10:30 a.m. this MC3 Arnesia McIntyre drawn, displaying decreased The Navy’s message for duce enough aircraft for Americas entry it can also include listening to Lt. Cmdr. ence? The nature Sunday we will be at the STAFF work performance, showing Suicide Prevention Month into World War I. what life itself tells you through Scott Mason of foolishness is Community Center on Sigsbee MC3 Arnesia McIntyre lack of focus or consuming is again “1 Small ACT.” This experience. to be “wise in Annex for worship service with increased amounts of alco- message promotes that sim- July 28 No one likes to suffer or have your own eyes.” There is a great our Praise Band and Children’s This newspaper is an authorized hol may be signs of someone ple, everyday actions of car- trials but they can grow in many temptation for those who suffer Church. Please visit our publication for members of the who needs help, but it is ing can save lives by using military service and their families. 1973 - Skylab 3 is launched. The mis- ways. It can break us of being to assume that because we can’t Facebook page (NAS Key West Its contents do not necessarily also possible a person will the Navy’s ACT (Ask Care sion is the second to the first U.S. overconfident, showing us our think of any good reason for this Chapel) for upcoming events. reflect the official views of the U.S. show little or no signs of Treat) bystander interven- manned space station. weaknesses, making us more suffering that God surely does If you are in need of Chaplain Government, the Department of suicide. tion model. sympathetic, helping us to be not have a good reason for it Care, please call your Chaplains Defense, or the U.S. Navy and do “The goal of Fleet and Throughout the month July 29 more resilient and dependent on either. If you cannot imagine a at 305-293-2318, Naval Air not imply endorsement thereof. family is to help reduce sui- of August, NAS Key West God. Of course this never hap- God who is infinitely wiser and Station Key West, or 305-292- The editorial content of this cides,” said Swilley. “We will be getting volunteers newspaper is prepared, edited 1920 - USS St. Louis (CA 20) is ordered pens overnight and definitely is more loving than you, then you 8788, Coast Guard Sector Key and provided by the Public Affairs are available to speak with to pose with posters demon- to Turkish waters to protect American not automatic. There are some will never be able to trust the West. Office of Naval Air Station Key anyone who may be feeling strating their commitment nationals and citizens during the Greco- West, Florida. Additional copy stressed or just need to talk to support every Sailor. The Turkish War (1919-1922). and photographs provided by U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Arnesia McIntyre to someone.” little things that we can do the readers of the Southernmost avy Gateway Inns & Suites recognized outstanding employees during an award ceremony at the Fly Navy There are many factors as shipmates, leaders and Navy College Program launches new survey Flyer should be addressed to: on . NGIS Key West consists of 611 rooms in nine buildings spread over the three primary that may lead a person to family members every day July 30 Editor, Southernmost Flyer, NAS Key West Annexes.Their mission is to provide a professionally managed DOD lodging program that contemplate suicide such can make a big difference in Public Affairs Office, Naval Air N 1918 - Headquarters Company and By Ed Barker tomer input on how we’re doing, internal processes to ensure we Station, Box 9001, Key West, FL contributes to and supports mission readiness. as financial problems, rela- the lives of others. Squadrons A, B, and C of the First NETPDC Public Affairs and we use the fleet feedback to are meeting Sailor’s high expec- 33040-9001. Copy can also be Marine Aviation Force arrive at refine the service delivery of the tations in keeping with CNP’s e-mailed to arnesia.r.mcintyre@ Brest, France, on board USS DeKalb he Navy College Program Navy College Virtual Education transformation guidance. Any navy.mil. Telephone (305) Briefly… 293-2425/2434. DSN 483- (ID #3010), as U.S. enters European (NCP) announced a Center,” he said. “By shortening Sailor, CONUS or OCONUS, can 2425/2434. Gift cards CSADD members Theater of World War I. Tnew, more efficient cus- the survey, we hope to increase use the survey link to provide Deadline for all editorial copy forms of ID are required; and DOD are invited to tomer service opinion survey participation while retaining key feedback.” is 4 p.m. the Friday preceding Navy Exchange Service sponsors must sign/digital- The Coalition of Sailors join the Southern Keys Car July 31 July 24, as part of the continu- information. One measure of NCP success publication. All articles must be Command and the Defense ly sign Form 1172 for all Against Destructive Club. The SKCC meets up ing improvement process for Navy VOLED Director Ernest that has been identified by the submitted on disk in text format, Commissary Agency have dependent children. Decisions is currently every Saturday at the local 1874 - USS Intrepid is commissioned, Voluntary Education. D’Antonio noted that constant customer satisfaction surveys is written in upper/lower case style. teamed up to sell commis- For more information, looking for new members. Miami Subs on Roosevelt the first U.S. warship equipped with “The survey asks for Sailors’ process improvement is key the number of times a Sailor sary gift cards at more than call 305-293-3778. Meetings are every Tuesday Blvd. in Key West at 7 p.m. torpedoes. opinions about the Navy College to serving Sailor’s educational has to contact the Navy College 40 NEX locations, including at 2 p.m. in the Air Ops The club puts together trips Job Title: Master-At-Arms Program’s education support, needs. Virtual Education Center the Naval Air Station NEX MCHC members Conference Room. CSADD up the Keys, and to Miami. counseling services, information, “Over the past two years, (NCVEC) in order to solve a Hometown: Detroit on Sigsbee Park. a peer-to-peer mentorship They attend big car events Aug. 1 and admin,” said Don Squibb, we’ve made significant improve- problem. Prior Duty Stations: Naval The DeCA gift card can The Multicultural program focusing on volun- up north and support local 1849 - Pope Pius IX and King Ferdinand Navy VOLED assessments pro- ments to the Navy College “According to our latest sur- Technical Training Center, be loaded with an amount Heritage Committee is teerism and educating our businesses or organizations. of the Two Sicilies, briefly visit USS gram manager. “We’re seeking Program’s customer service, and vey feedback, 80 percent of Texas range of $5 - $300. The gift looking for more people - young Sailors on the impor- Events are posted on their Constitution and marks the first time feedback on their experience so much of that was based on Sailor Sailors are able to resolve their cards will be located at NEX Sailors and DOD civilians tance of good decision mak- Facebook page at Southern that a Roman Catholic pope steps foot we can adjust and improve our input,” said D’Antonio. “We’ve issue with their first call to the Hobbies: Playing registers at the front of the - to join the organization. ing. For more information, Keys Car Club. For ques- on American territory. service.” completely revamped the Navy NCVEC,” said Squibb. “That’s instruments, gaming. stores. The MCHC meets every email AZCS (AW) Amy- tions or more information According to Squibb, the new College Program website, added not perfect, but it’s a great indi- Most Interesting Experience: Thursday at noon in Bldg. Shirelle Santos at amy- contact OS2 Woolbright at Aug. 2 survey asks only ten questions, customer-friendly improvements cation that we’re moving in the Joining the military, boot ID renewal A-324 conference room, Boca [email protected]. 305-293-5758. and the average Sailor completes such as our mobile application, right direction.” camp. Chica Field. For more infor- 1944 - USS Tautog (SS 199) attacks their input in just over four min- automated WebTA processing, The link to the new NCP All DOD ID cards can be mation, email PRC Michael Future Plans: Save money, Car Club Japanese (KO 8801) convoy, sinking utes. chat and trouble-ticket features, customer service opinion survey MASN renewed up to 90 days in Dees at michael.dees@navy. make chief. army cargo ship Konei Maru off Miki “The surveys are the primary made self-service improvements is: http://www.research.net/r/ Brandon Deshields advance, CAC and depen- mil or daniel.a.suggs@navy. All automotive enthusi- saki, Honshu. channel we have to gather cus- in My Education and to NCP NCVEC_CSAT_SURV_V2. dent ID cards included. Two mil. asts’ military, non- military, 4• •July 27, 2018 July 27, 2018 • • 5 Appointment show” for a medical or den- seen at that time. at 305-293-4600, Monday – This week at FFSC MWR Update continued from page 1 tal appointment, it keeps Although some cancella- Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. another sailor, Marine, tions are inevitable, in the NBHC Key West is family member, or retiree private sector, providers one of Naval Hospital IA Spouse & Family Discuss Group Bowling 101 for es. Most activities are open a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Monday ness schedule is subject Exercise Studio SCC from using that appoint- can sometimes charge a no- Jacksonville’s six health Adults to children unless stated - Friday and 9 a.m. - 4 to change without notice. BCG: Boca Chica Gym Tuesday phone.” ment slot for the care they show fee (up to $50) for care facilities located across otherwise. Pre-registration p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Call 305-293-2480 for more SCC: Sigsbee Community Cycling – 5:30 – 6:15 Patients of NBHC Key need. This means it can no-shows or cancellations Florida and Georgia. Monday, 0900-1000 Join MWR’s Airlanes is required. To register, All fitness classes are free information. Center p.m., BCCS West receive an automat- also impact the medical made less than 24 hours in NH Jacksonville’s prior- Meet and catch up with other IA families in the area, Bowling Center on Boca make full payment at the to authorized patrons and *Active Duty Only Wednesday ed appointment reminder and dental readiness of the advance. ity, since its founding in and explore some of the unique challenges faced by IA Chica for this 4-week bowl- Tickets & Travel Office on are designed for all fit- BCCS: Boca Chica HIIT – 4:30 – 5:15 p.m., phone call two days before Navy fighting force. While military treatment 1941, is to heal the nation’s Families. The time together helps make connections ing class for adults. Classes Sigsbee Park. Upcoming ness levels, from begin- Cycling Studio Monday their scheduled appoint- When a patient doesn’t facilities don’t function this heroes and their families. with other families facing similar issues. Sign up with will be held from 5 – 6 p.m. events: ner to advanced. The fit- BCES: Boca Chica Yoga - 6:30 - 7:45 p.m., see mwr page 6 ment. This reminder call cancel in time, or doesn’t way, no-shows do have a Of its patient population Amanda Slater at 305-293-2766 or amanda.slater@ every Thursday through Aug. 8: Weathered Paint now allows patients to show up, the provider can’t negative impact. Without (163,000 active and retired navy.mil. Aug. 2. Shoe rentals includ- Stick Beach Sign cancel their appointment simply shift the rest of the advance notice, staff are sailors, soldiers, Marines, ed. To sign up for to ask Aug. 15: Craft & directly from the phone day’s patients to fill that unable to rebook no-shows, airmen, guardsmen, and Transition Assistance Management questions contact 305-293- Cocktails - Wine Glass call’s menu. Patients can space. The time slot goes although taxpayers are pay- their families), about 84,000 2976. Learn the basics with Painting also cancel or reschedule unused and is wasted for ing staff. are enrolled with a primary Monday-Friday, 6-10 August, 0730-1600 MWR. Aug. 29: Essential Oils by calling the appoint- the provider, staff, and So, to cancel or resched- care manager and Medical Held @ Boca Chica A-515 Sugar Scrubs ment line or using www. another patient who could ule, please do so at least Home Port team at one of This five-day workshop provides the most current Reading Program TRICAREonline.com. have used the appointment. 24 hours in advance. Go to its facilities. information and referral services to exiting military Community rec To cancel an appoint- When a patient doesn’t www.TRICAREonline.com To find out more or down- members and their spouses. Topics offered include indi- Until Aug. 11, sign your ment, please do so at least show up, it prevents anoth- (available 24/7), or respond load the mobile app, visit vidual skills assessment, career research, understand- child up for the Summer MWR Community 24 hours in advance. er patient (who might have to the reminder phone call, www.med.navy.mil/sites/ ing the civilian workplace, the job search, interviewing Reading Program online Recreation offers events When you miss or “no- an urgent need) from being or call the appointment line navalhospitaljax. techniques and veteran benefits. Contact your career at https://keywestlibrary. each month that offer the counselor to sign up. beanstack.org. It is open opportunity to explore Key to children 5 – 18 years West and other sites. All FFSC offers many services including deployment sup- old. Prizes can be picked transportation departs from port, relocation assistance, family employment readi- up at the Youth Center on the Sigsbee Community ness, life skills education, personal financial manage- Sigsbee Park. For more Center across from the ment, crisis incident response and training, sexual details, call 305-293-4437. dog park. To reserve your assault prevention and response, ombudsman support, seat, make payment at the transition assistance management, family advocacy Back to School Ticket & Travel Office on and professional counseling. For more information or to Sigsbee Park. For pricing request services, call 305-293-4408 or visit the center at The Sigsbee Youth and more event details call 804 Sigsbee Rd., Sigsbee Park. Center is hosting an Open 305-563-0364 or visit www. House on Thursday from 4 NavyMWRKeyWest.com/ – 7 p.m. There will be give- events. aways, games & activities Aug. 4: Miami Shopping along with free school sup- Trip plies, backpacks and school program information. Open Liberty Programs to MWR authorized patrons – military ID card holders. This program is for single For more details, call 305- or unaccompanied Active 393-9510 or email naskws- Duty Military E-6 & below. [email protected]. To find out more about these events call 305-797-4468 or Craft night email naskwliberty@gmail. com. MWR Community Friday: Nintendo Switch Recreation offers a number at the Barracks at 6 p.m. – of crafting opportunities Free Ice Cream Sundaes each month at the Sigsbee U.S. Navy photo by Jacob Sippel Community Center. All Fitness Center supplies are provided and William Kay, a medical support assistant, checks in a Sailor for an appointment . Naval Branch Health Clinic Key West has patrons are welcome to The fitness center on launched a new service to make it easier for patients to cancel appointments in time to enable someone else to take their slot . Patients can also call the appointment line or use www .tRICAREonline com. to cancel appointments at least 24 hours in advance . bring their favorite beverag- Boca Chica is open from 5 6• •July 27, 2018

MWR multiple MWR facilities. find out what MWR has to continued from page 4 There are also open posi- offer: Restaurants and bars, tions for bartenders, child sports and fitness, child care workers, maintenance care, leisure recreation, pool BCG workers and more. For a and splash parks, special Thursday full list of jobs, visit www. events, gear rentals, mari- Command PT * - 6:45 – NavyMWRKeyWest. nas, lodging, discounted 7:45 a.m. BCG com/jobs. attraction tickets and more. Yoga Strength – 5:30 – Visit the Apple or Android 6:30 p.m. BCES MWR Website APP store and search for NavyMWR Key West. Job opportunities MWR has a website and Other sources of infor- There are currently a APP that provides our mation are Facebook and number of open positions patrons with a full list of Twitter “NAS Key West within MWR and NGIS. facilities, programs, servic- MWR” and the Weekly This week’s highlighted es and current employment Activities Sheet. jobs are: Bartenders and opportunities. Visit www. Email your questions to Recreation Assistant at navymwrkeywest.com to [email protected]. NAS Classifieds

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