Public and Community Service Opportunities (PACS) & AmeriCorps and Volunteering Elements 22 & 23 PG. 150-151

Why is this information important to know before I separate? Public and Community Service Opportunities (PACS) A transitional tool to give back to your community Gives a continued sense of purpose Still able to make a difference Ex: Cicero Coleman Why is this information important to know before I separate?

What can It do for me/family? Income $ Can help ease the transition back to civilian life Continue to serve your fellow citizens Allows you/spouse to utilize training and skills at national, state, and local levels. Public Service: USPS, Law Enforcement, Social Services, or Schools. What can It do for me/family?

Resources Team Rubicon-Built to Serve: https://teamrubiconusa.org Team Rubicon unites the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders to rapidly deploy emergency response teams. * Recently deployed 1683 volunteers for Hurricane Harvey Response Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMr9wC1Ok_I The Corporation for National and Community Service: https://www.nationalservice.gov Federal Agency that helps Americans improve the lives of their fellow citizens through service. AmeriCorps Resources

AmeriCorps Transitions military leaders into community leaders 2018 is estimated to have over 75,000 Americans that will join AmeriCorps programs Members receive a flexible education award – GI Bill Benefits, living allowance, child care assistance, & health care benefits Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QgdRkzL KlPM AmeriCorps

Volunteering Provides hands on experience Networking with potential employers Demonstrates your commitment to the community Resume experience Learn new skills Volunteering

Conclusion 1) Public and community Service Opportunities (PACS) Helps ease the transition to civilian life 2) AmeriCorps and Volunteering Provides exposure to careers Sets up for Networking opportunities Give back to the community

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