Quantico MCCS LIFE July Magazine | Page 10

Families Over Coming Under Stress (FOCUS) 2034 Barnett Ave. Little Hall, Lower Level, Quantico, 703-784-0189 Email: [email protected] FOCUS is a prevention service designed to help families manage the stress that arises from the challenges of military life. The program includes the entire family and is customized to suit each family’s needs. FOCUS is offered in several formats: family consultations, family training, couples training, small group training, and workshops. FOCUS maintains strong connections with other military family services to support a network of care for families and couples. JULY TIP OF THE MONTH - FAMILIES OVER COMING UNDER STRESS Happy Independence Day, America! July is all about barbecues, parties, and enjoying these warm nights, and “dog days” of summer. Although your social calendar might be full, don’t forget to make time for your spouse or partner; they need attention too! The FOCUS program has a lots of innovative strategies to help you build closeness with your busy spouse, even when a spare moment feels impossible. Give FOCUS a call for more information (it only takes a minute)! Don’t get by, get stronger! LOOK FOR FOCUS INFORMATION TABLES AT THE NAVAL HEALTH CLINIC ON MON 9 JUL, AT THE COMMISSARY ON MON 16 JUL, AND AT THE BASE GYM ON MON 23 JUL TO FIND OUT HOW WE CAN HELP YOUR FAMILY CRUISE THROUGH SUMMER! 8