USS Abraham Lincoln Ombudsman

11/11/2026

Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

To all veterans and active-duty service members, thank you for your service, sacrifices, and unwavering dedication to our nation.
To our Lincoln Sailors and all who have worn or continue to wear the uniform: your service is valued, your sacrifices are appreciated, and your dedication is honored today and always. ❤️🤍💙

Today, we honor all who served. 🇺🇸

Across every generation and every service branch, America's veterans have answered the call.

Thank you for your courage, commitment and sacrifice.

11/07/2026

TRICARE Open Season is around the corner! If you’re planning on making health plan changes online, you will have to sign in using myAuth. Sign in to your account before open season begins to make sure you have access.

If you need help, there are resources available:
🔗 myAuth FAQs: https://go.mil/fxf4vz4h6k
🔗 Okta Verify and security methods: https://go.mil/fb3g4lyykl
☎️ DMDC Customer Connect: 800-368-3665

11/06/2026

📣 Special Event for Lincoln Families! ⚓💙

The Armed Services YMCA is hosting a special drive-thru food distribution for USS Abraham Lincoln families, with a focus on families of Sailors in paygrades E-6 and below.

📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026

⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

📍 Armed Services YMCA

3293 Santo Road, San Diego

Please scan the QR code on the attached flyer to register. Affiliation with USS Abraham Lincoln will be verified at the event.

Resources will also be distributed as families make their way through the drive-thru. There may be an opportunity to park at the chapel to receive additional support, if needed.

📝 Help us better support you!

We have also included an optional Post-Deployment Resource Questionnaire. Please consider taking 2–3 minutes to complete and return it on the day of the event. Your feedback will help identify the resources, topics, and scheduling options that would best meet your family’s needs.

For additional event information, contact Allison Garner at [email protected].

Your Ombudsman Team is here to help connect you with support as you settle into life after deployment.

11/06/2026

📣 Registration is officially OPEN for our November Bayview NEX Food Distribution!

Stock up on fresh food and essential grocery items for your family! Join us Thursday, November 12 from 10am–12pm at Bayview for our upcoming NEX Food Distribution.

🥕 Fresh food
🛒 Essential grocery items
💙 Support for our military families

Available while supplies last.

***Active Duty ID Required***

✅ Register today: https://bit.ly/NEXregistration
📍 Location: Bayview Hills, 1898 Sky Harbor Road, San Diego, CA 92139

Let’s come together to support our community! Tag a friend who could benefit and spread the word! 💙

11/04/2026

A little support. A little less stress. A whole lot of holiday joy. ❤️🎁

STEP’s Sharing the Joy program brings military and Veteran families and generous community members together to make the holidays brighter in San Diego and Washington State!

🎄 Could your family use some holiday support?

When finances are tight, holiday gifts can feel out of reach. Let us help ease that pressure so you can focus on your family and keep working toward your financial goals. 📆 Apply by December 11.

🎁 Want to help make a family’s holiday brighter?

Adopt a military or Veteran family and fulfill their holiday wish list! Your generosity brings joy while helping families protect the progress they’re making toward financial wellness. 📆 Deliver gifts by December 4.

Whether you’re looking for support or ready to give, start here: teamstepusa.org/sharingthejoy

Together, we can bring joy and build hope. ❤️

11/04/2026

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11/03/2026

We have a special gift for 5 lucky military families! We’re giving away five holiday mini-sessions with the wonderful Alisha Mowry Photography! We will randomly select 5 families to enjoy a beautiful in-studio holiday photo session. ✨ Here are the details: Date: December 5 Location: Downtown San...

11/02/2026

Welcome Home Celebration!
There is still plenty of space for military families to join Blue Star Families at SeaWorld San Diego on November 15 or Sesame Place San Diego on November 22!

Both parks will be decked out in holiday cheer, making this a wonderful opportunity to start the holiday season with family and friends. Enjoy a day of fun, festive experiences, and making memories together!

SeaWorld – November 15
Enjoy a full day at the park, including a special Orca presentation, lunch, and free parking.
https://www.tfaforms.com/5237425

Sesame Place – November 22
Perfect for families with younger children! Enjoy park admission, a meal, and free parking.
https://www.tfaforms.com/5237784

Spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don't wait to sign up!

10/30/2026

10/28/2026

🎉 Welcome Home, USS Abraham Lincoln Families! 💙⚓️

Blue Star Families Southern California Chapter and SeaWorld are honored to celebrate our Lincoln community with two special opportunities for holiday fun! These experiences are a way to give back to the families who have sacrificed so much in support of our service members.

Enjoy quality time together, make new holiday memories, and celebrate being reunited! ❤️

❗️Families must register to attend and choose ONE celebration for their family. Space is limited, and registration is first come, first served.

🛑These events are specifically for Service Members and their families attached to the Abraham Lincoln and Carrier Strike Groups.

🐬 SeaWorld San Diego
📅 Sunday, November 15, 2026

• Complimentary park admission and parking
• Exclusive complimentary luncheon
• Holiday festivities throughout the park

Register here:
https://www.tfaforms.com/5237425

🎄 Sesame Place San Diego
📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026

• Complimentary park admission and parking
• Complimentary picnic lunch
• A Very Furry Christmas celebration
• Best for little ones ages 2–8

Register here:
https://www.tfaforms.com/5237784

📲 You can also scan the corresponding QR code on the flyer to register for your selected experience.

Thank you to Blue Star Families and SeaWorld for bringing joy, connection, and a little extra holiday cheer to our Lincoln families. Thank you to our service members and families for your service and sacrifice—we are so glad you are home! 💙

Please note that media may be in attendance. Would you be comfortable being interviewed or featured in news coverage or social media content?