Joint Services Support- Washington

05/29/2026

During the last week of our credit challenge, learn about shopping for the right credit card and how to choose incentives that work for you.
 Add these five tips to your toolkit to help you make an informed decision next time you're shopping for credit. https://finred.usalearning.gov/Consumer-Protections/ConsumerCredit/video/ShoppingforCredit
 Level up: Many credit cards include sign-up bonuses and monthly rewards as part of their incentives. Prior to deciding if a credit card is right for you, compare the card against the benefits and protections.https://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/documents/cfpb_adult-fin-ed_how-to-find-the-best-credit-card.pdf
 Extra credit: Look at your past monthly credit card statement and ensure all of the charges look correct. Understand how to dispute a charge on your credit card in case you ever have an issue. https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/how-do-i-dispute-a-charge-on-my-credit-card-bill-en-61/
 FINRED Resources:
o "Healthy Credit Habits": Building credit doesn't have to be difficult. Explore actions you can take to boost your financial health, saving you both money and stress.
o "Looking for a Credit Card? Here's How To Be a Savvy Shopper": You have choices when shopping for credit. Find the information you need to make an informed decision.
o "Protecting Your Credit": Credit monitoring helps protect your identity from criminals that commit fraud. Stay up to date on best practices for keeping your information safe.
o "Shopping for Credit": Five simple tips can help you make an informed decision when applying for credit. Learn what to look out for when choosing a lender.
 Additional Resources:
o How Do I Dispute a Charge on My Credit Card Bill? — CFPB: To dispute a charge on your credit card bill, you should call the card company and let them know about the problem right away.
o How to Find the Best Credit Card — CFPB: Comparing offers before applying for a credit card helps you find the right card for your needs, and helps make sure you're not paying higher fees or interest rates than you have to.

05/29/2026

Use your military benefits to keep more money in your pocket. 💰

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) let you pay health care and dependent care expenses with pretax dollars.

✔️ Health Care FSA: Copays, prescriptions, glasses, braces and more
✔️ Dependent Care FSA: Child care, camps, before- and after-school programs, elder care

PCS, deployment, marriage or a new child? Qualifying life events may allow you to enroll in or update your FSA at any time.

05/29/2026

📚👕 Help Kids Shine This School Year! 👟✨
Join us in making a difference for local school-age kids by supporting the APOL Clothing Drive! Turn the Tables Foundation with A Pinch of Love, is collecting gently used, school-appropriate clothing and footwear to help students head back to school feeling confident and ready to succeed.
We’re looking for:
✔️ New or clean, gently used clothing & shoes
✔️ Elementary through high school sizes
✔️ School-appropriate attire in good condition
🚫 Please no faded, torn, or stained items.
🗓️ Clothing Drop-Off Deadline: Wednesday, August 5
📧 Email: [email protected] to arrange drop-off
Every donation helps a child start the school year with confidence, dignity, and a smile. Let’s come together and make a difference! 💙


Washington National Guard
National Guard Association of Washington
194th Wing
WA Lmfrs Deb Discolo
Turn the Tables Foundation with A Pinch of Love

05/27/2026

🇺🇸🥞 Calling All Veterans! 🥞🇺🇸
Join the Puyallup Elks Veterans Committee Breakfast Buffet for a morning of great food, good company, and community support! ❤️💙
🎖️ Veterans eat FREE!
📅 Every second Sunday of the month (starting June 14th)
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Puyallup Elks
314 27th Street North East, Puyallup, WA 98372
Bring your appetite and enjoy a delicious brunch buffet with fellow veterans, friends, and family. We look forward to serving those who served! 🇺🇸


Washington National Guard
National Guard Association of Washington
194th Wing

05/26/2026

Dial 988 and press 1 or text 838255 if you’re experiencing thoughts of su***de or a mental health or substance misuse crisis. The confidential Military Crisis Line is available 24/7.

NORTHCOM: 988 and press 1.
PACOM: +1 844-702-5493 or DSN 988
EUCOM: +1 844-702-5495 or DSN 988
CENTCOM: +1 855-422-7719 or DSN 988
AFRICOM: +1 888-482-6054 or DSN 988
SOUTHCOM: +1 866-989-9599 or DSN 988

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of the heroes who gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸
Their bravery will never be forgotten, and their memory will forever live in the hearts of a grateful nation.
Honoring the Brave. Remembering the Fallen.

05/22/2026

Please join us! 🇺🇸

Please joint Joint Services Support- Washington on Monday, May 25 at 2pm at Mountain View Memorial in Lakewood for a Memorial Day Ceremony.

05/22/2026

This week we are focusing on understanding different types of credit offerings and how to make sure your credit lender is on the up and up.
 Level up: Make sure your credit companies are on the up and up. Visit the CFPB's Consumer Complaint Database and research the reputation of each credit card and lender you currently have or want to secure in the future. Do they all seem reliable? What red flags do you see? https://www.consumerfinance.gov/data-research/consumer-complaints/search/?dataNormalization=None&dateRange=3y&date_received_max=2021-11-05&date_received_min=2018-11-05&searchField=all&tab=Map
 Extra credit: There are lots of terms to know — rent to own, lease to own, layaway and more — before you rent or buy under one of these plans, read this: https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/rent-own-lease-own-layaway-and-buying-over-time.
 FINRED Resources:
o "Shopping for Credit": Five simple tips can help you make an informed decision when applying for credit. Learn what to look out for when choosing a lender.
 Additional Resources:
o Consumer Complaint Database — CFPB: This database is a collection of complaints about consumer financial products and services the CFPB has sent to companies for response.
o Rent-to-Own, Lease-to-Own, Layaway, and Buying Over Time — CFPB: When you shop for new appliances, furniture, or expensive electronics, a seller might offer different ways to pay over time. Here's what you need to know.

05/20/2026

📢 MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS NEEDS ASSESSMENT IS NOW OPEN! 🇺🇸
Your feedback matters. The FY26 Military & Family Readiness Needs Assessment is designed to help strengthen support systems for Service Members, families, and leadership across our military community.
🗓 Open: 6 May 2026 – 30 September 2026
By participating, you help improve:
✅ Family readiness
✅ Resilience programs
✅ Support resources
✅ Overall mission success
We encourage Service Members (ANG/ARNG), family members, leadership, and support networks to complete the assessment.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or complete the assessment here:
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/cYJZ4AzUF7
Together, we build stronger families and a stronger force. 💙💛


Washington National Guard
National Guard Association of Washington
194th Wing
141st Air Refueling Wing
WA Lmfrs Deb Discolo

05/19/2026

Ready to level up—personally and professionally? 💪

PURPLE Resolve Training is coming this June, offering a powerful 2-day experience designed to strengthen resilience, mindset, leadership, and connection across the Guard community.

🗓 June 23–24, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM start
📍 Open to WA National Guard members & eligible personnel

This no-cost training focuses on:
🔹 Resilience & mindfulness
🔹 Leadership & critical thinking
🔹 Building stronger connections within your unit

Whether you're looking to grow as a leader or sharpen your personal skillset, this course is built to help you unlock your full potential.

👉 Register here: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/y2KcbLB1Ue

👉 Learn more: https://www.bluecourage.com/purple-resolve