November Community Action Council

06 November 2013

Last Frontier Community Activity Center

HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

•What:• Benevolence outreach ministry of the FWA Chapel congregations, FWA Units and various community support agencies during Thanksgiving• Showcases opportunities for spiritual fitness, family resiliency and group networking at FWA

•Who:• Nominated Soldiers/Families• Based on need, not rank• This year, also DA Civilians on a case by case basis

HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

•When:• Distribution by time slot, 15 Nov, 0900-1600 (FRI)• Nomination suspense per FRAGO, (7 NOV RSO)

•Where:•Northern Lights Chapel•Corner of Rhineland Ave and Luzon Ave

•Impact:•Expect to bless over 250 families in FWA area•Involvement of over 50 volunteers, all the FWA UMTs and numerous members of the Chain of Command

ROAD CONDITIONS

ROAD CONDITIONS

Condition Obstruction Restrictions Approval Authority

Green No Obstructions None None

Amber 3 or Less Inches of Snow/Water; Icy Patches; Visibility 200 MetersWinds 15-20 MPH

Motorcycle Operation is Prohibited

None

Red 3 to 6 Inches of Snow/Water; Visibility 50 to 200 MetersWinds 20-30 MPH

Mission Essential Use of GSA/ Govt Vehicles

O-5/Division Chief

Black 6 Inches or Greater of Snow/WaterSheet IceVisibility 0 to 50 MetersWinds exceeding 30 MPH

Emergency Use of GSA/ Govt Vehicles

BDE/Garrison CDR

* Red and Black Roads does not automatically mean Installation is closed

NIXLE NOTIFICATIONS

Text 99703 to 888777 to receive notificationsregarding Public Safety, Road Closures, and Road Conditions.

FIRE INFORMATION

Deep Fried Turkeys

FIRE INFORMATION

2006 -2008

4,300 Thanksgiving Day Fires related to Deep Frying Turkeys

10 Deaths

50 Injuries

FIRE INFORMATION

Safety Considerations

Use Turkey Fryer Outside on Flat Ground

Do not use on Wooden Decks

Do Not use in Garages

Never leave alone: No Thermostat

FIRE INFORMATION

Do not over fill fryer

Never Deep Fry a frozen or partially Frozen Turkey

Monitor for Several Hours after completionof Cooking

DES INFORMATION

Questions or Concerns:

• Call the Police Dept at 353-7710.• Call the Fire Dept at 353-9164• Stop by the Stations.

Birch Hill Season Passes

PFC Ice Rink

Comedy Tour

DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Northern Lights November 2013

14 buildings (56 units) completed. Interior, exterior and utilities work continues. Landscaping is coming to an end for the season.

North Haven Community CenterHours of Operation:Monday through Friday ● 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Residents may reserve the multi-purpose room or theatre for use during business hours or reserve all rooms for use after hours.

Call (907) 356-7165 to make a reservation.

RESIDENT FEEDBACK

North Haven utilizes Insite, an online survey system, to provide a quick, easy method for gathering feedback from residents.

To provide feedback, log on to:www.nhcalaska.com/insite

Random drawings for prizes are periodically conducted as a “thank you” to residents for taking the time to provide valuable feedback.

NOVEMBER IS INSITE SURVEY MONTH

Residents who fill out an Insite Survey between November 1st – 22nd will automatically be entered into a contest to win a private consultation with a Lancôme representative & a Lancôme gift bag at the PX.

Winner will be announced on Facebook on November 22nd.

Please contact Marketing with any questions (907) 356-7165/7116.

NURSE ADVICE LINE

Goals

• Provide 24 hour a day/7-day a week nursing advice and triage

• Improve access to the most clinically appropriate level of care

• Reduce unnecessary Emergency Department utilization

• Enhance the patient’s continuous healthcare relationship with his/her Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) and Primary Care Manager (PCM)

• Maximize patient satisfaction

NURSE ADVICE LINE

Services

• Access to advice from registered nurses 24 hours a day/7 days a week using standard triage protocols

• Advice on most clinically appropriate level of care

• Acute appointments in Composite Health Care System (CHCS) if indicated

• Feedback to patient’s Primary Care Manager via telephone consult (T-Con)

NURSE ADVICE LINE

Expectations

• Target implementation – January 2014

• Develop a stakeholder communication campaign

• Reach our MTF beneficiaries

Apple Pie Pumpkin Pie

Pecan PieSweet Potato Pie

Peach Pie Chocolate Cake w/ Raspberry &

Chantilly FillingChocolate Chip Cookies

Roast Turkey w/ Giblet GravySteamship Round of Beef w/ Béarnaise

Seared Salmon stuffed w. Tarragon King Crab Baked Pineapple Sage Glazed HamShrimp Scampi w/ Buttered Pasta

Shrimp CocktailMeat , Cheese & Veg Platters w/ crackers

Macaroni SaladPotato Salad

Tossed Green SaladJellied Fruit Salad

Mixed Lettuce SaladCornbread Dressing

Cajun RiceMashed Potatoes

Corn Bread & Assorted RollsColonial Corn Chowder

Candied Sweet PotatoesWhipped Mashed Potatoes

3 Cheese MacaroniRice Pilaf

Corn on the CobSeasoned Collard Greens

Glazed CarrotsSteamed BroccoliShrimp Gumbo

Assorted Beverages Assorted Fresh Fruit Cranberry Sauce

Sparkling Cider & Nog

THANKSGIVING

FEAST