L.I.N.K.S.

L.I.N.K.S. at Camp Pendleton 
is a volunteer, team-mentoring program, designed by Marine Corps spouses. The program offers an orientation to the Marine Corps lifestyle, and helps spouses, Marines, children, teens, and parents/extended family members understand and adapt to the unique challenges of military life. While the curriculum targets those who are new to the Marine Corps community, the information is very beneficial for all.

Eligibility

All active duty personnel, family members, spouses, significant others and DoD civilian employees.

Session Topics include:

• Introduction to the Marine Corps organization, mission, culture, history, and traditions
• Information regarding the many services, benefits, and privileges available to active duty personnel and family members
• An overview of Marine Corps pay, allowances, and tips on effective money management
• Strategies and services for a successful Marine Corps duty station change
• Tools, tips and strategies to help prepare for and thrive during separations due to deployments and training exercises
• Volunteer opportunities and benefits of becoming involved in each new community
• Concepts and resources for maintaining positive personal relationships
• Details on Marine Corps career paths and the benefits, options, and incentives for staying in the Marine Corps

Definition of L.I.N.K.S.

Lifestyle: A way of living and understanding the military community and the unique lifestyle it offers
Insights: Experienced active duty personnel and family members who relate their experiences with the Marine Corps lifestyle
Networking: People getting to know each other within L.I.N.K.S., and others who will be met during the journey in the Marine Corps
Knowledge: What is gained that will help in the understanding and navigation of the Marine Corps culture
Skills: What will be learned to help active duty personnel and family members to get the most from their experiences in the Marine Corps community