Heartlink teaches spouses ins, outs of military life

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Tammie Moore
  • 4th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. --  Adapting to the military lifestyle is not an easy task for everyone and it can be even more difficult for someone who did not raise their hand to serve, but married a servicemember.

To help spouses adjust to military life the Airman & Family Readiness Center staff is hosting a Heartlink class from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 9 at Heritage Hall.

"This is one of the most important programs we have for spouses," said Richard Lambert, A&FRC community readiness consultant.

The class is open to men and women who have been Air Force spouses for five years or less. Participants will learn about where they fit into the Air Force family and also have the opportunity to create friendships with their peers.

Heartlink is not only designed to orient spouses on military structure and traditions, but also about Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, its mission, base services, Goldsboro and Eastern Carolina, said Jim Bergman, A&FRC community readiness consultant.

In between class sessions spouses will have an opportunity to talk with key spouses, who have been part of the military community for several years and have been through permanent change of station moves and deployments.

This is the military version of a welcome wagon, Mr. Bergman said. It is all about building the community and providing support to make this transition successful for families. Heartlink is a way to become connected.

There are a limited number of seats. To make a reservation to attend the class or to learn more about Heartlink, call 722-1123.