New to Yokota?
Check out our comprehensive Community Resource Guide!


Experience Japan with the AFRC!
Learn Japanese customs, culture, cooking, and language. Click on our Quarterly Culture Flyer for dates and times for classes. Culture Flyer


Monthly "Deployed" Family Newsletter

Military Saves Campaign

The Military Saves Campaign is an ongoing effort by the Department of Defense and its partner organizations. This Campaign offers encouragement, strategies for saving, web-based financial tools, and financial management counseling to members of the military community. Start building long-term wealth through saving and debt reduction. Go to http://www.militarysaves.org for more information and to take the pledge. Join today!


Military OneSource

Military OneSource is provided by the Department of Defense at no cost to active duty, Guard and Reserve (regardless of activation status) and their families. It is a virtual extension of installation services. Visit Military OneSource today at www.militaryonesource.com or call 1-800-342-9647

Military OneSource:
www.militaryonesource.com

MilitaryHOMEFRONT

MilitaryHOMEFRONT is the official source information for all DoD Quality of Life programs and services for Service members and their families, military leaders and service providers.


Getting ready for your Driver's Test?
Make sure you bring your AW Form 50 and your study booklet to class!
AW Form 50 & Driver's Course Booklet

Been appointed a sponsor?
Complete your training at https://sponsorshiptraining.hickam.af.mil, then bring us your certificate to get a sponsor package for your new unit member.

MilitaryHOMEFRONT:
www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil

Volunteer Recognition Program
Volunteers, thanks for your service! Make sure you are receiving all of the benefits you can. As a registered Yokota volunteer you might be eligible to have your child care expenses paid* when you use an FCC provider. Registration is easy; stop by the AFRC for details! *Benefit not guaranteed to all volunteers; FCC care cannot exceed 20 hours per week, per child.


Relocating to a new base, retiring or separating from the Air Force are all exciting aspects of military life but challenges can arise throughout the process. The information below is designed to assist you and your family make decisions and take charge of planning your next move, retirement or separation from the Air Force. If you have additional questions after reviewing below, please give us a call at 225-8725 for individual assistance.

Relocation Resources

Basics for Everyone
90 Day Checklist
Airman & Family Readiness resources
Free Childcare
Legal Claims
Lodging Websites
Mandatory Legal Online Training
Outbound Household Goods Shipment
Military Base Housing
Relocation Websites
Requesting a Sponsor
Spouse Employment

Extras for Moves Stateside
Stateside Financial Entitlements
Tricare

Extras for Moves Overseas
Additional Helpful Hints
Financial Entitlements
Immunizations
Passports
Tricare

Relocating during Separation/Retirement
Employment
Financial Entitlements
Tricare




1-2-3 Magic
Tue • 7, 14 & 21 Sep • 8:30-10:30am
The AFRC and Family Advocacy team up to offer parents strategies to control unacceptable behavior and facilitate positive behavior with their children.

Heart Link
Fri • 10 Sep • 8:30am-12pm
Spouse orientation for those who are new to the Air Force way of life or new to Yokota AB. Get great information and a free local tour!

Deployed Family Dinner
Sat • 11 Sep • 5-6pm
Family members of presently deployed personnel are invited to enjoy a free delicious meal at the Samurai Café. Please contact AFRC to sign up.

Transition Preparation and Transition Assistance Program
Mon • 13 Sep • 8am-4:30pm Transition Preparation
Tue-Thu • 14-16 Sep • 8am-4:30pm DoL TAP Seminar
Retiring or separating soon? Transition Preparation includes your mandatory Pre-Separation Counseling (DD2648) and educates you on benefits and entitlements. The DoL TAP Seminar focuses on resume writing, interviewing techniques, career exploration, job search, and more. Spouses are welcome.

Home Buying Seminar
Mon • 20 Sep • 3-4:30pm
Come learn critical information that every potential homebuyer needs to know. Contact AFRC to register.

Smart Investing
Tue • 21 Sep • 3-4:30pm
Great education on investing options and strategies. Please call to register.

My Best Friend Seminar
Sat • 25 Sep • 8am-12pm
The AFRC and Family Advocacy collaborate to offer couples a great opportunity to explore the fundamentals of a good marriage. Contact the AFRC to sign up.

Basic Budgeting Workshop
Mon • 27 Sep • 3-4:30pm
Learn the budgeting skills critical to financial success and how to build wealth through effectively managing expenses.