Ship 5 Moms(Formerly Ship 17)

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For loved ones and graduates of Ship 5(17) no critics!This is a haven for the above, not for those seeking to attack those in need of support! PLEASE READ THRU MASTHEAD. MANY QUESTIONS ANSWERED HERE!

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  • Cljtbc65

    When these kids are sent home, what do they wear?  Obviously, they do not have any civilian clothing!  I am encouraging my son to fight this.  I have never been so frustrated with the military til now.  Thank the Lord that I have some contacts, and have been given info on how to fight this, as well as to make sure the "recruiter" is the one to be reprimanded NOT my son  :(

    Sep 24, 2015

  • Brandi

    Cljtbc65, they are sent home in their "Smurfs" (sweatshirt/sweatpants) and tennis shoes. Everything else is taken away.

    Sep 25, 2015

  • Lae

    Anybody have someone in Ship5 as of right now ? Or had someone sent home not because of medical reasons but because they didn't pass a fitness test .. How long does it take ? Today makes a week he's been in SEPS and I'm hoping my SR will be home this week but haven't heard from him

    Oct 5, 2015

  • Brittbrat850

    Lae, my husband is there now with a knee injury. He got there this past Thursday. From everything I've read, it takes roughly 3-4 weeks for them to get home.

    Oct 6, 2015

  • Brittbrat850

    Can someone add me to the Ship 5 seps page on Facebook? I requested to be added and messaged both the admins but nothing.

    Oct 6, 2015

  • Navygirlsmom

    Brittbrat. I only know how to add you if you're my friend in FB. I'll send you a private message.

    Oct 6, 2015

  • Lae

    I talk to him last week a day after he went to legal he said it shouldn't take that long they were trying to get the fit people out pretty quickly. He hasn't called since wanna know why

    Oct 6, 2015

  • pooks9661

    It takes on average between 21 and 35 days.  Request to be part of the Facebook group: SHIP 5 SEPS because this site has little activity.  The FB group is extremely active and helpful.  Tons of info.

    Oct 6, 2015

  • Navygirlsmom

    Swimgeeksmom. I sent you a PM.

    Oct 9, 2015

  • SandiCW

    My daughter got sent to Ship 5 today because of bad feet. 

    Feb 17, 2016

  • Casvid

    I am devastated. ...my son started BC on 02/10/16. Was on ship 2 Div 922 and yesterday was moved to ship 5 due to his BP fluctuating. He called me crying sayi g that he is disappointed and feels horrible because he always dreamed of becoming a Navy sailor.. he said he signed a medical waiver and most likely he will be there 3 to 4 weeks. I feel lost and confused on what to do.

    Mar 1, 2016

  • SandiCW

    Casvid, I'm so sorry. My daughter arrived in BC on 1/25 (also Ship 2, Div 920) and was sent to Ship 5 on 2/17 because of foot problems. It is so disappointing. She has decided to go to school next semester. I wish all the best for your son.

    Mar 1, 2016

  • SandiCW

    Also, Casvid, look for the SHIP 05 SEPS group on Facebook (if you're a FB person). They're very active.

    Mar 1, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Hi everyone...i have no idea if my daughter is on ship 5...she had her last chance to pass her PFA today (running) and i have not gotten a call that says she passed. I can only assume that she is now being transferred to ship 5. Does anyone know how long it takes for her to be moved from FIT to Ship 5?

    Mar 16, 2016

  • Navygirlsmom

    Shanny's mom,
    My daughter called me the evening that she failed her last PFA. How close was she to passing?

    Mar 16, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Navygirlsmom 13...Thanks SO much for responding!! It's been a long journey. 2 weeks ago she came 3 seconds away from passing her run. When she failed that day she got frustrated and said she wanted to quit. All heck broke loose then and she got in a lot of trouble from the RDC's. I didn't hear anything after that for 2 weeks (i was a true basketcase). Then i FINALLY got a letter from her. The last 2 tests she was 18 seconds from passing and then 13 seconds. (She got worse probably because she was discouraged). At the time of the letter she said she had 3 chances left. That would've been today. But i haven't heard anything since her letter. No call today either. Since she said today was her last chance i am just assuming she is going to be seperated. Any insight?

    Mar 16, 2016

  • Navygirlsmom

    If there is any change of status, they're supposed to call. That would include being moved to ship 5. I have heard of recruits passing on their last try and heading immediately to BS. I really hope that's the case for you!

    Mar 16, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Thanks so much for the info. Hopefully i'll hear something soon.

    Mar 16, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Good afternoon! Does anyone know how i can get accepted into the facebook Ship 5 group. I sent a request to join but no one is responding.

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Navygirlsmom

    It sometimes takes a few days. I think I was accepted about 1-2 days after requesting.
    Did she call today?

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Navygirlsmom...oh wow...thanks so much for asking. But no. No call. No nothing. Lemonelephants said she didn't think there were any battleststions last night so maybe tomorrow. But if there weren't battlestations why wouldn't she have called if she passed. I'm so confused...

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Navygirlsmom

    Ya. I forgot, I don't think they do BS on Wednesday. You should get a call today, regardless. I hate the waiting!
    The Ship 5 FB group is amazing!

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Thanks navygirlsmom! You're awesome!

    Mar 17, 2016

  • SandiCW

    Shanny's Mom - They always say on here "no news is good news." They would have given her a call to let you know she was being sent to SEPS if that happened, but they might not have let her make a call to let you know she passed. Hopefully your next call will be good news.

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Shanny's mom

    Thanks so much SandiCW...the encouragement helps!

    Mar 17, 2016

  • Ship 5 SEPS :(

    Oh My Goodness, it was so hard to find you & almost impossible to find all the information you have avaible and clearly listed here.
    I went to "Ship 5 formerly ship 17" group on this site and a Ship 5 group on facebook &&& to other websites too.
    I have spent a week (dieing inside) and searching for information.
    I am herting for my Son, he is coming home and will have to find a new dream to pursue.
    But at least now I feel like I have the information I need. Thank You, Thank You...
    I am going to post a link every where I have been online, directing people HERE, for this Group is an incredible sauce of information and support. Thank You!

    Mar 21, 2016

  • Momofamermaid

    My daughter called yesterday saying she was being separated because they found evidence of asthma in her medical history which is the tricare billing. She had childhood asthma over 7 years ago (she's 20) all other inhaler prescriptions were for bronchitis. The pediatrician has all the records ready to send to the Navy but she has to fax a medical release form so they can send it where it needs to go. I don't know how they can move her to Ship 5 based on prescription claims without validating the diagnosis and checking with the dr. She thought she'd be able to call again today but so far nothing. She's not one to stand up for herself especially being a r suit and she doesn't know I have the medical info she can use to get back with the other recruits. I've left a message with legal but no response! This is so frustrating!

    Apr 2, 2016

  • diannep

    Momofamermaid:  Has she signed the form allowing you to contact Legal, etc?  Because otherwise, they will only talk to her.  Hopefully will sign this form soon if she hasn't already.  If she calls, be sure to remind her of this.

    Sadly, this happens alot.  Asthma in any branch of the military is disqualifying.  Since she hasn't had an attack since she was 13, which could mean she "outgrew it" (which is what I did), you would think that they would consider this.  Hopefully if she has shown no signs of it in Bootcamp and if the dr concurs that this is no longer an issue for her and the Navy doctors concur, she will be allowed to stay.

    Good Luck....I know it is not an easy journey for either of you.

    Apr 5, 2016

  • Retiree

    My son will find out 5/13 whether he will be separated due to a medical issue with his ear. He had an ear tube that had to be removed in order to get through MEPS. Now he has fluid in the ear and indicated that the Navy may replace the tube. Does anyone know whether you can stay in the Navy with an ear tube? His ear functions fine with the tube in so I'm not sure why it had to be removed. Can he classify for any jobs?

    May 11, 2016

  • Retiree

    Can someone please provide the mailing address for sailors moved to Ship 05. I would like to get a letter off today and my sailor moved yesterday.

    May 19, 2016

  • Valtameri

    SR Last Name, First initial. Middle Initial
       Ship 5
       Recruit Training Command
       3610 Illinois Street
       Great Lakes IL 60088-3118

    May 19, 2016

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    Dec 2, 2016

  • ProudTnMom

    My son was moved on the 20th.  When he called me I did not react in the best way.  It is due to an issue that he has had before and can be aggravated by cold weather.  I have not heard from him since.  I do know that he said he had talked with the Chaplin.  He did cry with me on the phone.  They have him on modified duty and said he can re-enlist in a year.  Would it be acceptable for me to call and ask for him to call me?  I know he is probably upset with me but I want him to know that I am here for him and make sure he handles the legal issue correctly.  Advice would be appreciated.

    Feb 28, 2017

  • redshewmn

    proudTnMom...My son was separated this last week.....he sees legal this week to reappear if possible.....your son should give navy a waiver so you can talk to someone to help......it is kinda complicated......

    Apr 1, 2017

  • Hiphiphooyah

    My husband was separated last week also, on Wednesday. He told me to expect a call on thursday or at latest this weekend. I am still waiting on the call, and the phone number listed for RTC legal had no answer and their mailbox was full. This is so terribly frustrating as I was so excited that his PIR date was quickly approaching. Now we seem to be at a standstill. I reminded my husband that God's timing is perfect, and He has not forgotten us. Still very hard to be positive when answers are few. You are not alone!

    Apr 2, 2017

  • lemonelephant

    Hiphiphooyah, I left info on SEPS on your My Page.

    Apr 2, 2017

  • redshewmn

    Hiphiphoorah.....now what....my boys in ship A also......guess we need to stop the flights scheduled....

    Apr 3, 2017

  • lemonelephant

    redshewmn, I left info on your My Page also. Yes, since your recruit is in SEPS, then you need to cancel plans for PIR since that will not happen--at least not as previously scheduled. Waivers and appeals are sometimes granted in SEPS, but it is a long and difficult process.

    Apr 3, 2017

  • Hiphiphooyah

    Thank you. I received word on Tuesday that my husband was able to get a waiver and it passed. He is unable to do the job his contract specified, but he was able to get a new contract for a different job. Keep the faith! I am praying for your SRs and your families. I know the Lord has plans for each of them, my husband's story is a testament to that! 

    Apr 7, 2017

  • Birgitta

    I think I am going to go crazy with waiting...  My son's PIR was this past Friday at which time he told me that he was moved to Ship 5 for a medical hold.  Apparently he needed an iron level of 40 and tested at only a 39.5.  after having been taken to the hospital for testing and medical clearance 4 weeks ago, he is still awaiting clearance from Pensacola so he can go to A School.  Does anyone have any suggestions on how I can maintain my sanity in all of this?  my son, thankfully, is ok or at least acts ok, with remaining in Great Lakes and simply hanging out with some of the other kids...  Why would it take more than a month to clear someone after a dr approves his iron level???

    Apr 11, 2017

  • redshewmn

    Birgitta....:go to Facebook and search for Ship 5 and they will give you lots of help and info......usually takes a few weeks.....my boy is repealed and has been on ship 5 for 2 weeks......the dr tried to say mine had some mental issue so you fight for your rights....there is 2 diff groups for ship 5

    Apr 12, 2017

  • redshewmn

    I forgot...it's Ship 5 -SEPS

    Apr 12, 2017

  • lemonelephant

    Birgitta, your now Sailor is now in the THU, which is very different from what most of those you will find here are familiar with since most here have a recruit who is in the process of being separated and sent home. There is no group for the THU since the reasons for being there are as varied as the Sailors who are there. I left some info on your My Page.

    Just keep being supportive and know that he will head to "A" School when his levels are up no matter how long that takes. Even if the doctor has declared him FFD, he still must meet the required level for service, which may be related to his rating. He can volunteer to help with various things and that will help him to pass the time and he is able to have some Liberty and is able to call you when he is not on duty.

    Apr 12, 2017

  • Birgitta

    Thank you all and best of luck to your Sailors!

    Apr 12, 2017

  • lemonelephant

    movielover, it can be any day of the week depending on when the then former recruit is processed out. You should receive notice of when it will be.

    Jun 3, 2017

  • JTNavyMom

    Oops! I am new to this and sent this as a message to all instead of posting here. Sorry.

    My son arrived at boot camp on Tuesday June 6, 2017. He called me Monday night and told me he had been moved to Ship 5 for separation. He said that they took a 300+ question test and based on the results they say he has ADHD. What? This totally took me by surprise. He said they advised him that he could appeal it or go home, see a doctor and see if he really does, get a job and in 6 months and can go back through MEPS. I have spoken to his recruiter and he thought this was strange too. I found this group through the Navy Moms page and was glad to see that he is not the only one, and I am not the only mom taken back by this. He said it would be 2-4 weeks before he will know when he can come home. He said it's not a dishonorable discharge, they called it an Administrative Separation. Do not know the code at this time. Will ask if he does when he calls again. He said he still wants to be in the Navy but would rather come home and do what they said then to stay and appeal it, because there is a guy there that has been in the appeal process for a year.

    Jun 14, 2017

  • JTNavyMom

    Ter-Bear; or any one else as well, do you know anything about Bravo and Alpha on Ship 5. And what the best way to address the envelope to get to them. The to ship 5 page has you use SR Last name, first initial, middle initial and then the RTC and address.

    Jun 15, 2017

  • lemonelephant

    JTNavyMom, Alpha (A) and Bravo (B) designate which compartment on Ship 5 your recruit is in. You do not need to include that in the address. The address is:

    SR LAST NAME, FIRST NAME

    SHIP #5 SEPS MALE or FEMALE

    3610 ILLINOIS STREET

    GREAT LAKES, IL 60088-3118

    I left additional info for you on your My Page.

    Jun 15, 2017

  • Bbb

    If anyone has any questions about ship 5 SEPS, feel free to email me. Or send me a message. There is an amazing group of support. Unlike no other. Truly helpful. Some have appealed and won. Our SR was through the appeal process. Let me know if I can help.

    Jun 22, 2017

  • Antsmom

    My son has been at SEPS for one week now, his first weekend there. He describes it as one step above prison (he imagines) and because the majority of the  group is undisciplined the rest lose their privileges. No books, tv, phone calls, or recreation. What else are they supposed to do to  stay sane? I'm upset but praying for his strength through this trying time and for God to place his hand on my son.

    Jun 24, 2017