Lifestyle, Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills (L.I.N.K.S) is a program within Marine Corps Family Team building that enhances the readiness of Marines, single married, and their families by offering an orientation to the Marine Corps lifestyle.
Historically L.I.N.K.S has been offered only to Marine Corps spouses. The Commandant of the Marine Corps, General James Conway, has issued new guidance for the Family Readiness programs. L.I.N.K.S classes are available for Marines, parents of Marines, and the children of Marines.
The program works through a partnership of volunteer spouses, Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) staff, Marine Corps Career Retention Specialist, and Chaplains. The discussion group leaders are experienced military spouses who facilitate the learning process by using a mentoring style of presentation. The climate is informal, with a nurturing structure and format. Participants receive real life tips, information on Marine Corps culture, and available resources to enable them to help themselves.
 L.I.N.K.S provides information on:
- Marine Corps history tradition and language
- Benefits and services
- Financial awareness
- Dealing with separation and deployments
- Tips on moving
- Effective communication
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 “Very helpful! It made me put everything into perspective!”
“Very helpful! I learned a lot!”
“I enjoyed all the helpful information. I believe I will use a lot of the information.”
“I think this class was really nice. I learned new things and I’m really glad I came.”
“I gained a whole new perspective on my Marine and his feelings, thoughts, and view on the Corps.”
“I think it was very helpful and inspirational!”
“Wow! There is so much assistance out there for everything.”
“Fun and creative, lost of information to cover, but helpful.”
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