Relocation Readiness Program Welcome to Korea Briefer NameOffice
Relocation Readiness Program Welcome to Korea! Briefer Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 1 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Briefing Objectives • Provide an overview of the military installations in the Republic of Korea • Explain the opportunities, expectations, and requirements of moving to the Republic of Korea Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 2 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program History of Korea Early History (through 313 C. E. ) Three Kingdoms Period (313 -688 C. E. ) United Silla Dynasty (688 -935 C. E. ) Koryo Dynasty (935 -1392 C. E. ) Choson (YI) Dynasty (1392 -1910 C. E. ) Era of Japanese Occupation (1910 -45) Era of the Two Koreas (1945 -) Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 3 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Command Relations, Korea and IMCOM/Garrisons United Nations Command US Forces Korea Combined Forces Command 7 th Air Force 8 th US Army Naval Forces Korea Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address Installation Mgmt Command Korea Marine Forces Korea UNCLASSIFIED 4 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program United Nations Command (UNC) « Mission: « Carry out the terms of the Armistice Agreement « Execute functions in Korea as directed by U. S. National Authorities through US JCS « Functions: « Armistice Compliance Oversight « Routine Coalition Maintenance « Facilitate acceptance and exercise OPCON of member nation forces during contingencies « Provide access to seven UNC bases in Japan Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 5 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Combined Forces Command (CFC) « Mission: « Deter hostile acts of external aggression against the Republic of Korea (ROK ) « In event deterrence fails, defeat external armed attack against the ROK « Functions: « Receive strategic direction and missions from Military Committee « Exercise wartime OPCON over forces provided « Conduct exercises to validate readiness « Support CDR UNC in response to North Korean armistice violations Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 6 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program U. S. Forces Korea (USFK) « Mission: « Support the UNC and CFC by coordinating and planning among US component commands in the ROK « Exercise OPCON of US forces as directed by Cdr US PACOM « Coordinate US military assistance to the ROK « Functions: « Support ROK-US Mutual Defense Treat (dated 1954) « Exercise directive logistics authority for common support « Plan for Non-Combatant Evacuation Operations Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 7 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Eighth U. S. Army (EUSA) « Headquarters located in Seoul, South Korea « Eighth United States Army (EUSA) supports deterrence of North Korea aggression against the Republic of Korea (ROK). « Should deterrence fail: « EUSA supports Non-combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO) « Transitions to hostilities « Generates combat power to support CINC UNC/CFC 's campaign and provides combat support and combat service support to assigned, attached, and other designated forces within the Korea Theater of Operation « On order, conducts combat operations. Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 8 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program IMCOM-Korea « Headquarters located in Seoul, South Korea « Mission: to provide the Army the installation capabilities and services to support expeditionary operations in a time of persistent conflict, and to provide a quality of life for Soldiers & Families commensurate with their service. « IMCOM-K provides a source of balance that ensures: « An environment in which Soldiers and Families can thrive « A structure that supports unit readiness in an era of persistent conflict « A foundation for building the future Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 9 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Garrisons of Assignment Area I: USAG-Casey & Red Cloud Area II: USAG-Yongsan Area III: USAG-Humphreys Area IV: USAG-Daegu Assists with communication to Tenet units Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 10 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Settling Into Your New Community Go to your ACS and sign up for FREE Cultural classes and the Garrison Newcomer’s Program; pick up a ACS Welcome Packet Apply for your Ration Control Card; until then use orders and ID Card to purchase at the Commissary and PX (valid only for two weeks). Get kids in the youth center and meeting others. If you haven’t already, enroll in DBIDS; transfer your TRICARE to Korea; get your SOFA Stamp Check with Housing for availability Meet your Unit’s NEO Warden and begin gathering family information Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 11 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Community Korea is “The Assignment of Choice!” Seoul is one of the top three cities in the world. The country is a mixture of Ancient, Modern, Diverse High educational standards for kids and adults. All the services you are used to! Religious Services are varied Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 12 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Vehicle Regulations Authorized Permanent Party in Korea must test for and obtain a drivers license to drive a vehicle in Korea Exceptions to policy are in paragraph 37 of USFK Regulation 190 -1 Requirements and procedures for obtaining a drivers license in Korea are in Section III of USFK Reg. 190 -1 Shipping a vehicle must be listed on orders To download Driver’s Test visit IMCOM Website provided in HO 3 Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 13 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Road & Driving Hazards Heavy Traffic Congestion Narrow rural roads Pedestrian traffic Vehicle loads and shoulders with significant drop-offs Overhead power lines and vehicle antennas Merging Traffic Intersections Red Lights Crosswalks Motor scooters and motorcycles Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 14 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Korean Climate Considerations Continental Climate Large temperature differences between seasons Heavy monsoon rains and typhoons Yellow Dust Over 90% occur in July and Aug Mosquitoes/Ticks/Fleas Yellow Dust Breathing difficulties for those with compromised lung conditions Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 15 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Registration for School All Service members bringing school-aged Family members to Korea must visit the Department of Defense Dependent Schools in Korea (DODDS-K) website to pre-register each school-aged Family member prior to arriving in Korea Once your Family members arrive in Korea, you must complete the registration process in the area by dropping off paperwork and files at the school. Do. DDS-K link is http: //www. korea. pac. dodea. edu/ Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 16 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Communication South Korea is one of the most “wired” nations; keeping in touch with Family and friends back home with Digital Internet is easy. Voice Over IP (VOIP) is common; many services to choose from. Cell Phones and cell plans are fabulous! Social Network Services abound (FACEBOOK, etc. are compatible) Many Korean Information Websites have toggle buttons that change the page into many different languages – not just English. The garrison has US Postal Service. Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 17 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Medical Care TRICARE Prime for all Family members command sponsored to Korea; Families can opt for TRICARE Standard if they wish. The Brian Allgood Army Community Hospital (121 CSH) provides a full compliment of medical care options for Families assigned to Korea. Each military installation will have a Family Care Clinic. For a complete listing of medical/dental/vet/TRICARE services contact www. korea. amedd. army. mil Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 18 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Programs for Child & Youth Child, Youth & School Service Programs Child Development Center School Aged Services (Before/After School Care) Middle School/Teen Programs Youth Sports SKIES Unlimited Do. DDs programs Korean-American Youth Friendship Programs Due to each area having their own CYSS, please visit the CYSS in your area Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 19 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Law Enforcement – Off Limits Establishments are placed off limits in the interest of the safety and well being of USFK personnel The following are off-limits within Korea Houses of prostitution – “Red Light Districts” Barber shops / Tattoo Parlors / Body Piercing shops Acupuncture Clinics Pharmacies and Health Care Facilities (unless referred) Natural bodies of water (no swimming off post unless officially authorized) The latest off limits establishments list can be found on the USFK website Military personnel must comply or be subject to UCMJ action others who violate the off limits policy may have privileges revoked Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 20 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Law Enforcement - Drinking Directed in USFK Command Policy Letter #8, Legal Drinking Age for assigned personnel = 21 years of age Applies to: a) All individuals, including Military members, civilian component members, invited contractors/technical representatives, and Family members, regardless of status and nationality, while on military installations and in military activities within the territory of the ROK. b) All members of the US Armed Forces, including all US military personnel assigned permanently, on temporary or rotational duty, pass or leave status while physically present in the ROK, whether on or off a military installation. Legal Blood Alcohol Contact (BAC) Level =. 05 Drunken driving offenses pertain to on/off post driving when the person in physical control of a motor vehicle has a blood alcohol content (BAC) greater than. 05 percent IAW Article 31 (Standard of Intoxicated State). As of the date of this regulation, . 05 percent is the current ROK law standard Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 21 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) Bi-lateral international agreement that defines legal rights and obligations of the parties of Republic of Korea and the U. S. All SOFA personnel are required to comply with and respect Korean Law All SOFA personnel are subject to Korean criminal jurisdiction Violations of ROK law may also result in U. S. adverse actions including early return of dependents. Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 22 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Basic Words « An-Yong-Ha-Say-Yo HELLO « Kam-Sam-Ni-Da THANK YOU « Me-On-Ham-Ni-Da EXCUSE ME « An-Yong-He-Ka-Say-Yo GOODBYE « Ole-My-Oh? HOW MUCH? « Cho-Ma-Nae-Yo YOU’RE WELCOME « Nay YES « A-Ni-Yo NO « Me-Gook-Sa-Lam AMERICAN PERSON Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 23 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program An-Young-Ha-Say-Yo Welcome to Korea « Military Homefront at www. militaryhomefront. dod. mil « Newcomer’s Orientations « ACS Classes to help acclimate you to the Korean Culture « A 3 Visa & SOFA Stamp Information « Welcome Information and Maps « Korean Language Class Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 24 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Many questions can be answered by going online to www. militaryhomefront. dod. mil For additional questions feel free to email your Relocation Readiness Program Mgr via the Military Homefront Website Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 25 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Briefing Objectives • Provide an overview of the military installations in the Republic of Korea • Explain the opportunities, expectations, and requirements of moving to the Republic of Korea Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 26 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
Relocation Readiness Program Welcome to Korea! Briefer Name/Office Symbol/(703) XXX-XXXX (DSN XXX)/email address UNCLASSIFIED 27 of 32 300800 RJUN 2011
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