April 16, 2020

Do try this at home: DIY home-exercise hacks

Click to view largerMCPOCG Jason Vanderhaden hates starting his morning workout. “My most dreaded part of working out is that first five minutes,” he said, “because I’m old and it takes a few minutes to get warmed up. But after I’m finished, I feel accomplished – and ready to kick butt!”He stays on track using a killer playlist, and says it helps

April 14, 2020

ALCOAST 135/20 - RESOURCES FOR COAST GUARD MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, AND FAMILIES DURING CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 19 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC

141643 APR 20FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC//CG-11//TO ALCOASTUNCLAS //N01754//ALCOAST 135/20COMDTNOTE 1754SUBJ:  RESOURCES FOR COAST GUARD MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, AND FAMILIES DURING CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 19 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC1. During times of uncertainty throughout history, the U.S. Coast Guard has consistently risen to the challenge of protecting the

April 3, 2020

Sustaining Resilience - Message from the Commandant

To the Men and Women of the United States Coast Guard,Across the Nation, we continue to see the dramatic impacts of the novel coronavirus outbreak.  The Coast Guard is not immune to the pandemic—members of our workforce and their families have been infected, units have been impacted, and our normal routines have been disrupted.  In the coming days

April 3, 2020

Keep your wallet healthy during COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic may increase your family’s financial hardships. Don’t wait until there’s a problem. You don’t have to bear this burden alone. There are many programs available to help you out.For inspiration, first check out the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard’s new Facebook video about getting – and staying – financially

April 1, 2020

Mental Health Assistance (EAP, CGSUPRT, SAMHSA Disaster Distress Hotline)

Psychological effects of a pandemic are wide-ranging, and adds additional personal and professional stress on Coast Guard members and employees. For assistance coping with the anxiety caused by these unusual circumstances, contact your local Employee Assistance Program Coordinator at:

March 26, 2020

COVID chaos? Your ombudsman can help. Here's how.

Ironically, this is an article about avoiding information overload – and finding just the resources you actually need.“Families are getting 5,000 emails a day about coronavirus, and it makes our eyes glaze over,” says Tiffany Lyford. Her husband is active duty on board the CGC KATHERINE WALKER, and she’s the unit ombudsman. “I stay on top of it

March 26, 2020

Wellness Support Resources

Resources to assist you and your family.

March 26, 2020

What can I do to help? Give blood.

Coast Guard members and civilians are encouraged to donate blood. Supervisors may authorize donations on duty time. “Working” uniforms are authorized during blood donations.

March 20, 2020

ALCOAST 099/20 - COAST GUARD CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OPERATIONS DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) PANDEMIC

R 202115 MAR 20FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC//CG-DCMS-DPR//TO ALCOASTUNCLAS //N01000//ALCOAST 099/20COMDTNOTE 1000SUBJ:  COAST GUARD CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES OPERATIONS DURING THE CORONAVIRUS DISEASE2019 (COVID-19) PANDEMICA. Coast Guard Child Development Services, COMDTINST M1754.15 (series)B. Coast Guard Non-Appropriated Fund Personnel Manual,

March 20, 2020

Building mental resilience during a pandemic

Small stressors can add up, even during normal operations. The psychological impacts of a pandemic will be wide-ranging, both for us and our families. Here are some resources to help you strengthen your mental resilience in the coming weeks. Additional resources will be added, please check back here soon.Stress and AnxietyCGSUPRT offers employees