Naval Services FamilyLine is a volunteer, non-profit organization dedicated to serving naval spouses around the world. Our network of experienced, trained volunteer spouses allows us to mentor, consult, and guide families in the Navy. FamilyLine’s programs include Compass, CORE, Naval Spouse Leadership Courses, and online and hardcopy publications all designed to equip Navy spouses with the resources they need to be educated, empowered, and supported throughout their Navy journey.

Show Links:

• Compass

• Core

• Navy Spouse Leadership Course

• FamilyLine Publications

• Anchors Aweigh

• MyNavy Family App

Show Takeaways:

• FamilyLine has extensive programming to meet Navy spouses at whatever point they are in their Navy journey.

• Compass and Core have virtual and in-person events for interested participants.

• Compass, CORE, and NSLC are always looking for volunteers! Check out our websites if you’re interested in mentoring.

Let’s Connect:

• NSFL Website

• NSFL Facebook

• NSFL Instagram

Stories of Resilience: Maegan Jones

Maegan Jones is a proud Navy spouse of 14 years and mom to one daughter, age 8. Maegan is originally from Glenwood, Iowa, and Navy life has taken her to Hawaii, California, Tennessee, and most recently, Washington state. Maegan serves as the Secretary on the Naval Services FamilyLine Board of Directors and is also a COMPASS mentor. Additionally, Maegan is the ombudsman for her spouse's command.

Maegan earned a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration in 2014 and has worked across a variety of industries. Maegan is currently employed by a government contractor and works in personnel security.

Outside of her career and volunteer commitments, Maegan enjoys reading, cooking/baking, exploring the Pacific Northwest with her family, and cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Dallas Cowboys.

Show Links:

• https://ombudsmanregistry.cnic.navy.mil/
• 
  https://dodmwrlibraries.org/
• 
  https://www.cohenveteransnetwork.org/
  

Show Takeaways:

• Prioritize creating community.

• Help where you can and accept help when you need it.

• The Navy is a huge part of your life, but you can be your own person outside of that and have a career if you want one.

Let’s Connect:

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Website⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Facebook⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Instagram⁠⁠⁠

Navigating TRICARE

Zelly Zim is a Health System Specialist in the Policy & Program Section for TRICARE Health Plan, Defense Health Agency. Her primary role is as the senior analyst for the TRICARE Select program. She serves as a subject matter expert, which involves the promulgation of federal statutes into Regulation and Policy for the Department of Defense’s 9.6 million healthcare beneficiaries.

Links from Zelly :

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/Plans/Enroll/OpenSeason⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/Plans/HealthPlans⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/LifeEvents/QLE⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/FAQs/General/GEN_TOL_GENESIS⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/GettingCare⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/subscriptions⁠

⁠https://www.tricare.mil/publications⁠

⁠https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/Mental⁠

⁠https://tricare.mil/bcacdcao

Episode Take-Aways:

● Despite its challenges, TRICARE is one of the premier health benefit networks in the nation -- it is an immeasurable benefit we receive as military families.

● What are the basic TRICARE terms and dates every military family should know?

● How does care/coverage change if you receive OCONUS orders?

● If a family is experiencing sub-par care, how can they advocate for themselves?

● What are the big takeaways Navy families should know with the transition to the Genesis

system that is taking place throughout the fleet?

Let’s Connect:

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Website⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Facebook⁠⁠⁠

• ⁠⁠⁠NSFL Instagram⁠⁠⁠