What is family readiness USMC?

Readiness and Resource Referral: The UPFRP provides assistance to address issues with the potential to impact the Marines, families, and the unit. UPFRP volunteers assist with mentoring others spouses/family members, identifying challenges to be addressed by the Command, and assisting with unit events.

What is a family readiness officer?

The family readiness officer is in-charge of managing the Unit, Personal and Family Readiness Program and providing the necessary support to the Marines and families to maintain a state of family readiness.

How big is Okinawa Marine Base?

70 square kilometers
The base is spread over two villages in Okinawa—Higashi and Kunigami. It covers more than 70 square kilometers. It hosts more than 20 landing areas for helicopters, training sites, firebases, and missile ranges.

How many Marine Corps bases are there in Okinawa?

Marine Corps bases on Okinawa, as a group, are referred to as Camp Butler, but it actually includes 6 main individual “camps.” Some of these camps are larger and some are smaller. Some include housing and some are only working bases.

Where can I get family information on Okinawa?

Marine & Family Programs – Resources serves as your DoD family center for Marines and Sailors stationed on Okinawa. Our locations are staffed with specialists trained to provide information, individual assistance and/or referrals necessary to maintain the high quality of life you are accustomed to.

Why is MCCs important to the Marines in Okinawa?

MCCS Okinawa values the privacy of our registered users, and the information you provide here will never be shared with others. We will only use this information to enhance your experience on our site, and to improve the Quality of Life programs and services which are designed to meet the needs of Marines and their families.

Are there any USMC disaster prevention programs in Okinawa?

Okinawa Prefecture Disaster Prevention Information Portal k. III MEF/MCIPAC/MCBB Order 3000.1G – Typhoon Procedures The DSTRESS Line is a USMC program for active duty, reserve, veterans and retirees, as well as their families.