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Fairchild AFB: Raising your Family in Spokane, WA

January 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Fairchild AFB Spokane WAFairchild Air Force Base is located right outside Spokane, WA. While there are a lot of bases that do not offer much, this base location is -depending on your life style preferences- a great place to raise a family.

“Blessed with a unique combination of outrageous outdoors and amazing attractions, incredible arts and delectable dining, and a historic past living seamlessly with a vibrant future, it’s easy to see why Spokane is “Near nature. Near perfect.”

Few places in the U.S. can lay claim to the vast amount of activities that the Spokane Region brings to the table.  What’s more, in Spokane it’s all just a short drive away.  From thrilling whitewater or downhill adventures, to inspiring art and powerful Broadway performances, the Spokane Region offers enough activities to pack any vacation calendar.

Exciting outdoors doesn’t even begin to describe what the Spokane Region offers the recreation enthusiast.  The Cascade and Rocky Mountains offer a haven for powder hounds in the winter and hikers and bikers in the summer.  Seventy-six lakes and rivers offer countless opportunities for raging whitewater, classic kayaking, swimming and fantastic fishing.  Prefer playing for par?  Step up to the tee at one of 33 courses where challenging play pairs with unrivaled beauty creating an unforgettable golfing experience.” via spokane tourist office

What’s bad about it?

Well, you’ll only have a fairly small airport to fly into, which makes visiting potentially more expensive. If you like the metropolitan life then you could possibly consider this city an ‘Isolation Nuisance’. 2 to 3 hours (without snow) to beautiful Missoula, 4- 5 hours to Seattle (338 miles).

Profile:

  • Population: about 195,000
  • Median Home prices: about $160,000 which is more than reasonable
  • Average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment: about $700
  • sales tax: 8.7% (2010)
  • Property tax: $14.94 (est. property taxes paid per $1,000 of market value)
  • State income tax: There are no state taxes in Washington.
  • Reason to live/retire: Spokane has a good economy, affordable housing, no state income tax, less traffic, a huge amount of recreational activities, great schools and 4 pleasant seasons (if you don’t count the occasional winter storm.
  • Public education overview: Expansion Management (2005) ranked Spokane second in the “Best Small” category for schools.
  • Crime – Police: The Spokane police department has won national and even international  awards for its leadership in community policing. They have ten “COPS Shops,” each
    staffed entirely by neighborhood volunteers who maintain regular hours and support
    dozens of programs for the neighborhood.
  • Roads and highways: I-90; state highways 290, 10, 395, 195, 2
  • Closest airports: Spokane International Airport is seven miles west. Felts Field is  five and a half miles northeast. Deer Park Airport is 24 miles north. Mead Airport is 10
    miles northeast, and can accommodate private aircraft, charters, and helicopters.
  • Public transportation: Spokane Transit Authority operates more than 33 bus routes
    to all parts of the city. It also operates 11 park-and-ride lots in the city.
  • Average daily commute: 20 minutes

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Military Spouse Recommended Schools

December 30, 2010 By 2 Comments

recommended schools near military installationsOn December 2nd I asked which schools you, as military spouses recommend. Most recommended schools were rated 8, 9 or 10 – according to greatschools.org. If you can’t find the one that YOU have submitted, then I might not have been able to identify the exact school. However, there were a few schools that were rated lower but still recommended, meaning that ratings are NOT everything.

Which schools were missed. Recommend YOURS in the comment section below (name, email [not published], url if applicable)

Here are the results:

CO: (also see report of CO School District Ratings)

GA:

KS:

KY:

NC :

NE:

TN:

TX:

VA:

WA:

[Personal opinion: Though rated a '9' Jefferson Middle School in Olympia, did not thrill me. I found it rather mediocre.]

GERMANY:

  • Giessen High School, Giessen, Germany
  • Aukamm Elementary School, Wiesbaden, Germany
  • Illesheim Elementary School, Illesheim, Germany
  • Ansbach High School, Germany
  • Children’s Learning Academy, Mackenbach, Germany
  • Heidelberg Middle School, Germany

Opinions about schools are submitted by other military spouses and do not reflect opinions of the author (me)…

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Naval base Kitsap-Bangor Installation Contacts

December 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Please click the links that will lead you to our main page Militarydutystations.com, if you scroll down, you can read what tips and information other military spouses have left for you. Don’t forget to give back by contributing your tips on a current or past duty station/base. Thanks so much!

Adult Education Centers
Navy College – Bangor
2000 Thresher Avenue
Building 2000
Room E 221
Silverdale, WA 98315-2750
Phone 360-779-1938
Phone (DSN) 312-322-2538
Fax 360-315-2560
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Map		 Adult Education Centers
Navy College – Bremerton
120 S Dewey
Building 853
Atten: Navy College
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-476-6240
Phone (DSN) 312-439-4282
Fax 360-476-6551
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
Automotive Services
Automotive Services
Autoport
Building 2950
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-697-8711
Mon – Sat 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Barracks/Single Service Member Housing
Central Billeting – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey Street
Building 865
Bremerton, WA 98312-5040
Phone 360-476-3035
Phone (DSN) 312-439-3035
Fax 360-476-1936
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Website | Map
Barracks/Single Service Member Housing
Navy Gateway Inn & Suites – Bangor
Building 2750
Silverdale, WA 98315-2750
Phone 360-535-5800
Fax 360-396-6629
Open 24/7
Website | Map		 Beauty/Barber Shops
Barber Shop (NEX) – Bangor
2600 Ohio Street
Building 1600
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-697-8738
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun – closed
Website | Map
Beauty/Barber Shops
Beauty Shop (NEX) – Bangor
2600 Ohio Street
Building 1600
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-697-8738
Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun – closed
Website | Map		 Beauty/Barber Shops
NEX Barber Shop – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey Street
Building 502
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-478-5513
Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
Sun – closed
Website | Map
Beauty/Barber Shops
NEX Beauty Salon – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey Street
Building 502
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-478-5515
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Sat 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sun – closed
Website | Map		 Beneficiary Counseling Assistance Coordinators
Naval Hospital Bremerton
1 Boone Road
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-475- 4000 / 800-422-1383 / 360-475-4651 (BCAC)
Phone (DSN) 312-475-4000/1383
Fax 360-475-4891
Fax (DSN) 312-494-4891
Open 24/7
BCAC:
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
Chapels
Religious Education Program Naval Base Kitsap Chapel
2900 Ohio Street
Building 2900
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-6005
Phone (DSN) 312-744-6005
Fax 360-396-4530
Fax (DSN) 312-744-4530
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Call for Service hours
Website | Map		 Child Development Centers
Child Development Center (Jackson Park) – Bremerton
120 S Dewey St, Bldg 864
Jackson Park Housing
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-476-8666 / 1-888-463-6697
Phone (DSN) 312-439-8666
Fax 360-476-5752
Fax (DSN) 312-439-5752
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map
Child Development Centers
Child Development Center – Bangor
2902 Ohio Street
Building 2902
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-535-5953
Fax 360-535-5943
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Child and Youth Registration and Referral
Child Care Resource & Referral of Kitsap County
105 National Avenue N
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-373-1252 Military Families / 1-800-300-1247 Parent Line Bremerton
Mon – Fri 9:30 am-3:00 pm
Sat and Sun – closed
Map
Citizenship and Immigration Services
Naval Legal Service Office (NLSO) NW – Bremerton
365 S. Barclay
Building 433, Code 1307
Bremerton, WA 98314-5260
Phone 360-476-2156
Phone (DSN) 312-439-2156
Fax 360-476-6316
Fax (DSN) 312-439-6316
Mon – Fri 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sat, Sun and Holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Citizenship and Immigration Services
Navy Legal Service Office – Bangor
Building 1001
Naval Base Kitsap Bangor
Silverdale, WA 98315-6305
Phone 360-396-6003
Phone (DSN) 312-744-6003
Fax 360-396-7088
Mon – Fri 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map
Civilian Personnel Office
Navy Region NW–Fleet and Family Readiness Programs
610 Dowell Street
Building 94
F&FR Personnel N47SE1
Keyport, WA 98345-7610
Phone 360-396-4081 / 360-396-5533 (Job Line)
Fax 360-396-5445/5881
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Commissary/Shoppette
Commissary (DECA Pacific NW) -Bremerton
120 S. Dewey
Building 990
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360- 405-1971
Phone (DSN) 312-439-7493
Fax 360-479-1603
Mon, Wed – Sun 10:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Tue – closed
Email | Website | Map
Commissary/Shoppette
Commissary – Bangor
2604 Ohio Street
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-6025
Phone (DSN) 312-744-6025
Fax 360-396-5914
Fax (DSN) 312-744-5914
Tue – Fri 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Mon and Holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Dental Clinics
Branch Dental Clinic – Bangor
2050 Barb Street
Suite B
Silverdale, WA 98315-2098
Phone 360-315-4287
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4287
Fax 360-315-4286
Fax (DSN) 312-322-4286
Mon – Fri 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map
Dental Clinics
Naval Dental Clinic NW – Bremerton
2240 Decatur Avenue
Building 506 – Second Deck
Bremerton, WA 98314-5000
Phone 360-476-2211
Phone (DSN) 312-439-2211
Fax 360-476-1180
Fax (DSN) 312-439-1180
Mon – Fri 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Map		 Deployment/Mobilization
Deployment Support- Deployment/Mobilization
610 Dowell Street
Building 97
Keyport, WA 98345
Phone 360-315-3053
Phone (DSN) 312-322-3055
Fax 360-315-3058
Fax (DSN) 312-322-3058
Email | Map
Deployment/Mobilization
Deployment Support- Individual Augmenter
610 Dowell Street
Building 97
Keyport, WA 98345
Phone 360-315-5171
Phone (DSN) 312-322-5171
Fax 360-315-3058
Fax (DSN) 312-322-3058
Email | Map		 Emergency Relief Services
Navy Marine Corps Relief Society – Bangor
1001 Tautog Street
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-6704
Phone (DSN) 312-744-6704
Fax 360-396-7062
Mon – Thu 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Fri 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
Emergency Relief Services
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey Street
Bldg. 491
Naval Station Bremerton
Bremerton, WA 98314-0001
Phone 360-377-0602
Phone (DSN) 312-439-4401
Fax 360-377-7426
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun & Holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Enrollment/EFMP
Naval Hospital Bremerton – EFMP Enrollment
Commanding Officer
HPO 1 Boone Road
Code 015
Bremerton, WA 98312-1898
Phone 360-475-4543
Phone (DSN) 312-494-4543
Fax 360-475-4568
Fax (DSN) 312-494-4568
Open 24/7
Website | Map
Exceptional Family Member Program/Special Needs
EFM Coordinator – Bangor (Medical Clinic)
2050 Barb Street
Branch Medical Clinic
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-315-4369
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4739
Fax 360-315-3058
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Exceptional Family Member Program/Special Needs
Exceptional Family Member Program Liaison
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Website | Map
Exceptional Family Member Program/Special Needs
Naval Hospital Bremerton – EFM Coordinator
1 Boone Road
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-475-4215 / 800-422-1383
Phone (DSN) 312-494-4215
Fax 360-475-4215
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Exchange(s)
Navy Exchange (NEX) Main Store – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey
Building 863
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-478-5570
Fax 360-373-0408
Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Sun 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m
Website | Map
Exchange(s)
Navy Exchange – Bangor
2600 Ohio Street
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-697-8716
Fax 360-779-9818
Sun – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Family Advocacy Program
Fleet and Family Support–Counseling
1100 Hunley Road
Building 97
Keyport, WA 98345
Phone 360-315-3045 / 866-854-0638 Appt. line
Phone (DSN) 312-322-3045
Fax 360-315-3058
Fax (DSN) 315-322-3058
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map
Family Center
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map		 Family Child Care/Child Development Homes
Child Development Center (Jackson Park) – Bremerton
120 S Dewey St, Bldg 864
Jackson Park Housing
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-476-8666 / 1-888-463-6697
Phone (DSN) 312-439-8666
Fax 360-476-5752
Fax (DSN) 312-439-5752
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map
Family Child Care/Child Development Homes
Child Development Homes – Bangor
2902 Ohio Street
Building 2902
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-5920
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5920
Fax 360-396-7340
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Family Support/EFMP
 EFMP Family Support
13910 45th Ave NE
Building 13910
Marysville, WA 98271
Phone 425-304-3738 / 425-304-3367
Phone (DSN) 312-727-3367
Fax 425-304-3374
Fax (DSN) 312-727-3374
Mon –Thur 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun, Holidays – Closed
Email | Website | Website | Map
Finance Office
Personnel Support Detachment (PSD)
1035 Trident Boulevard
Main Gate
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-5660 / 360-396-5651 / After hours: 360-981-5005
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5660
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map		 Financial Institutions
Kitsap Credit Union – Bremerton
886 Barclay Street
Bremerton, WA 98337
Phone 360-662-2000 / 1-800-422-5852
Fax 360-373-8750
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun & Holidays – closed
Website | Map
Financial Institutions
Kitsap Federal Credit Union – Bangor
Sargo Circle
Building 2008
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-662-2000 / 800-422-5852
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Gymnasiums/Fitness Centers
Bangor Fitness Center
2700 Ohio Street
Building 2700
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-315-2134
Fax 360-315-2144
Mon – Thu 5:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Fri 5:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
Sat 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sun and holidays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m
Website | Map
Gymnasiums/Fitness Centers
Concourse West (Gym) – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey Street,
Building 1017
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-476-2231
Mon – Thu 5:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Fri 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sat 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Sun and holidays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Map		 Hospital/Medical Treatment Facility(s)
Naval Hospital Bremerton
1 Boone Road
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-475- 4000 / 800-422-1383 / 360-475-4651 (BCAC)
Phone (DSN) 312-475-4000/1383
Fax 360-475-4891
Fax (DSN) 312-494-4891
Open 24/7
BCAC:
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
Household Goods/Transportation Office (inbound)
Personal Property Office – Naval Base Kitsap
2255 Cole Ave.
Building 985
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-476-7366 / 888-282-5113
Phone (DSN) 312-439-7366
Fax 360-476-1834
Fax (DSN) 312-439-1834
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map		 Household Goods/Transportation Office (outbound)
Personal Property Office – Naval Base Kitsap
2255 Cole Ave.
Building 985
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-476-7366 / 888-282-5113
Phone (DSN) 312-439-7366
Fax 360-476-1834
Fax (DSN) 312-439-1834
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map
Housing Office/Government Housing
West Sound Housing Office (@ Bangor)
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-1089
Phone 360-396-4399 / 800-876-7022
Phone (DSN) 312-744-4399
Fax 360-396-5970
Fax (DSN) 312-744-5970
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map		 Housing Referral Office/Housing Privatization
Naval Base Kitsap Neighborhood Management Office
4168 Greenfish Avenue
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-598-5831
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Website | Map
ID/CAC Card Processing
Pass and ID Office Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor
1035 Trident Boulevard
Main Gate
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-4665
Phone (DSN) 312-744-4665
Mon and Wed 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tue, Thu and Fri 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map		 Information and Referral Services
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map
Legal Services/JAG
Legal Services/JAG – Bangor
Navy Legal Service Office
Building 1001
Naval Base Kitsap Bangor
Silverdale, WA 98315-6305
Phone 360-396-6003
Phone (DSN) 312-744-6003
Fax 360-396-7088
Fax (DSN) 312-744-7088
Mon – Fri 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Legal Services/JAG
Naval Legal Service Office (NLSO) NW – Bremerton
365 S. Barclay
Building 433, Code 1307
Bremerton, WA 98314-5260
Phone 360-476-2156
Phone (DSN) 312-439-2156
Fax 360-476-6316
Fax (DSN) 312-439-6316
Mon – Fri 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sat, Sun and Holidays – closed
Website | Map
Library
Resource Center( Library)
2700 Ohio Street
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-535-5918
Fax 360-353-5914
Mon – Fri 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Suns and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Loan Closet
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map
MWR (Morale Welfare and Recreation)
MWR
2720 Ohio Street
Administration
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-5466
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5466
Fax 360-396-2485
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Suns and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Military Clothing Sales
Navy Exchange (NEX) Main Store – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey
Building 863
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-478-5570
Fax 360-373-0408
Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Sun 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m
Website | Map
Military Clothing Sales
Navy Exchange – Bangor
2600 Ohio Street
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-697-8716
Fax 360-779-9818
Sun – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 New Parent Support Program
New Parent Support Program
100 Olding Road
Jackson Park Community Center
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-476-7483
Phone (DSN) 312-439-7483
Fax 360-476-7749
Fax (DSN) 312-744-7749
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
Non-appropriated Funds (NAF) Human Resources
Navy Region NW–Fleet and Family Readiness Programs
610 Dowell Street
Building 94
F&FR Personnel N47SE1
Keyport, WA 98345-7610
Phone 360-396-4081 / 360-396-5533 (Job Line)
Fax 360-396-5445/5881
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 Personal Financial Management Services
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map
Personnel Support Office
Bangor: Personnel Support Detachment (PSD)
1035 Trident Boulevard
Main Gate
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-5660 / 360-396-5651 / After hours: 360-981-5005
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5660
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map		 Personnel Support Office
Personnel Support Detachment (PSD) – Bremerton: (ID cards only)
120 S. Dewey
Building 1013
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-396-5660 / 360-396-5651 / After hours: 360-981-5005
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5660
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map
Relocation Assistance Program
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map		 Restaurants/Fast Food
Inside Out Cafe and Lounge – Bangor
2720 Ohio Street
Building 2720
Bangor Plaza
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-535-5695
Restaurant:
Mon & Tue 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wed – Fri 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sat & Sun – closed
Lounge:
Mon 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Tue & Wed 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Thu 6:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Fri & Sat 6:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
Sun – closed
Map
Restaurants/Fast Food
Sam Adams (Restaurant & Brew House) – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey
Building 434
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-476-6719
Phone (DSN) 312-439-6719
Fax 360-535-5970
Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sat & Sun – 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Retirement Services
Retired Activities Service
2901 Barbel Street
Building 2901
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-4115 / 800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-744-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Map
School Age Care
Child Development Center (Jackson Park) – Bremerton
120 S Dewey St, Bldg 864
Jackson Park Housing
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-476-8666 / 1-888-463-6697
Phone (DSN) 312-439-8666
Fax 360-476-5752
Fax (DSN) 312-439-5752
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map		 School Age Care
School Age Care (Jackson Park) – Bremerton
781 Wencker Way
Bremerton, WA 98312
Phone 360-627-2041
Fax 360-627-2051
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Website | Website | Map
School Age Care
School Age Care – Bangor
2903 Ohio Street
Building 2903
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-535-5953
Fax 360-535-5943
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map		 School Liaison Office/Community Schools
School Liaison Officer
610 Dowell Street
Bldg 35
Keyport, WA 98345-7610
Phone 360-315-2645
Fax 360-396-4780
Email | Map
Spouse Education, Training and Careers
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map		 Temporary Lodging/Billeting
Navy Gateway Inn & Suites – Bangor
Building 2750
Silverdale, WA 98315-2750
Phone 360-535-5800
Fax 360-396-6629
Open 24/7
Website | Map
Temporary Lodging/Billeting
Navy Gateway Inn & Suites – Central Billeting – Bremerton
120 S. Dewey
Building 865, Underwood Hall
Bremerton, WA 98314-5020
Phone 360-475-3035
Phone (DSN) 312-439-3035
Fax 360-476-1936
Fax (DSN) 312-439-1936
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Map		 Transition Assistance Program
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map
Travel Office
Active Duty Personnel Support Activity Detachment
1035 Trident Boulevard
Main Gate
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-5660 / 360-396-5651 / After hours: 360-981-5005
Phone (DSN) 312-744-5660
Fax 360-396- 5855
Fax (DSN) 312-744-5855
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Website | Map		 Veterinary Services
West Sound Veterinary Treatment Facility
1004 Tautog Circle
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-396-7900
Phone (DSN) 312-744-7900
Fax 360-396-7912
Mon – Thu 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fri, Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Map
Victim Advocate Services
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map		 Welcome/Visitors Center
Fleet and Family Support Center
2901 Barbel Street
Silverdale, WA 98315-2905
Phone 360-396-4115 / 1-800-562-3301
Phone (DSN) 312-322-4115
Fax 360-396-6310
Fax (DSN) 312-744-6310
Mon – Thur 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Email | Map
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC & WIC-O)
WIC
3513 NW Anderson Hill Road
Silverdale, WA 98383
Phone 360-692-6530
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Youth Programs/Centers
Admiral Boorda Center (youth programs)
4168 Greenfish Court
Silverdale, WA 98315
Phone 360-535-5915
Mon – Fri 3:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sat, Sun and holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map
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Adult Education Centers
Stone Education Center
6242 Colorado Avenue
Bldg 6242
Box 339500 MS20g
Joint Base Lewis-Mcchord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7174
Phone (DSN) 312-357-7295
Mon – Thu 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Fri – 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sat – 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Sun – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Barracks/Single Service Member Housing
525 Replacement Company
2026 Pendleton Street
Bldg 2026
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7004
Open 24/7
Map
Beauty/Barber Shops
Beauty/Barber Shops
5280 41 St Division Drive
Bldg P5280
Box 339500 MS 46
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-3252
Mon – Sat 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sun – 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Map		 Beneficiary Counseling Assistance Coordinators
Tricare
9040 Fitzsimmons Drive
Bldg 9040, MAMC
Box 339500 MS 56
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-968-3348 / 253-968-3491 / 253-968-2720
Phone (DSN) 312-782-3348/3491/2720
Fax 253-968-1328
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Chapels
Main Post Chapel
2001South Liggett and Division Drive
Bldg 2001
Box 339500 MS 52
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-4849
Phone (DSN) 312-357-4849
Fax 253-967-4648
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Child Development Centers
Clarkmoor Child Development Center
2295 Bitar Avenue
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2300 / 253-967-7561
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2300/7561
Fax 253-967-1937
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Child Development Centers
Madigan Child Development Center
6695 Jackson Avenue
Fort Lewis, WA 98433
Phone 253-967-2800/5800
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2800/5800
Fax 253-967-3399
Mon – Fri 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Child and Youth Registration and Referral
Family Child Care
2013B N. 3rd Street
Bldg 2013B
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2494
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2494
Fax 253-967-5048
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Citizenship and Immigration Services
Relocation Readiness Program (RRP)
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140, Room 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3628 / 253-967-3633 / 253-967-3550
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3628
Fax 253-967-3607
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3607
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Civilian Personnel Office
Civilian Personnel Advisory Center
2015 Pendleton & N. 4th Street
Bldg 2015
Box 339500 MS 37
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2131 / 253-967-2133
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2131/ 2133
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Commissary/Shoppette
Commissary
5275 Pendleton Road
Bldg 5275
Box 339500 MS 45
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433–9500
Phone 253-967-8549 / 253-967-9141
Phone (DSN) 312-357-8459/9141
Fax (DSN) 312-357-0181
Mon – Wed 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Thu – Sun 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Commissary/Shoppette
Madigan Shoppette w/ Gas
9052 Jackson Avenue
Bldg 9052
Box 339500 MS 45
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-2160
Open 24/7
Map
Dental Clinics
Dental
9040 Jackson Avenue
MAMC
Box 339500 MS 56A
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-968-1240
Phone (DSN) 312-782-1240
Mon – Thu 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Emergency Relief Services
Army Emergency Relief
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140 Waller Hall
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-9852 / 253-967-9812
Phone (DSN) 312-357-9852
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3311
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Enrollment/EFMP
Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC)
9040 Fitzsimmons Drive
Bldg 9040
Box 339500 MS 56
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-968-1110 / 253-968-1145
Phone (DSN) 312-782-1110
Fax 253-968-3084
24/7 automated phone system
Website | Map		 Exceptional Family Member Program/Special Needs
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140 Waller Hall
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3451/7166/9704
Fax 253-967-3311
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3311
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Wed – 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map
Exchange(s)
Main PX
5280 41st Division Drive
Bldg P5280
Box 339500 MS 46
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-3161
Mon – Sun 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Website | Website | Map		 Family Advocacy Program
Family Advocacy Program
2013B N. 3rd Street
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-6618 (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) / 253-967-5940 (24/7 Hotline) / DSN 312-357-3583 (Sexaual Assault Response Coordinator)
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3583 / 312-347-7233 (24/7 Hotline)
Fax 253-967-5890
Fax (DSN) 312-357-5890
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map
Family Center
Army Community Service
2140 Liggett Avenue
Waller Hall, Welcome Center
Room 106
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500

Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500

Phone 253-967-7166
Phone (DSN) 312-357-7166
Fax 253-967-3311
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3311
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sat and Sun – closed
Holidays – closed
Email | Website | Map

 Family Child Care/Child Development Homes
Family Child Care
2013B N. 3rd Street
Bldg 2013B
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2494
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2494
Fax 253-967-5048
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Family Support/EFMP
EFMP Family Support
DFMWR/ACS
ATTN: Waller Hall BLDG 2140 RM 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-9704
Email | Map		 Finance Office
9th Finance Battalion/Defense Military Pay Office
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140 Waller Hall
Box 339500 MS 43
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-4486 / 253-966-0799 / 253-967-3951
Phone (DSN) 312-357-4486/3951/0799
Mon – Wed 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Financial Institutions
America’s Credit Union
Bldg. 2201
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-3113
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Financial Institutions
Armed Forces Bank, N.A.
Fort Lewis – Main Branch
Bldg. 2130
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-9266
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Golf Courses
Golf Course
1530 Mounts Road
I-5, Exit 116
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-6522
Phone (DSN) 312-357-6522
Mon – Sun 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Gymnasiums/Fitness Centers
Nelson Recreation Center
3168 2nd Division Drive
Bldg 3168
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2539
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2539
Fax (DSN) 312-357-5463
Mon – Fri 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sat 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sun & Holidays – Noon – 9:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Gymnasiums/Fitness Centers
Sheridan Physical Fitness Center
3759 Stryker Avenue
Bldg 3759
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7311
Mon – Thu 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fri 5:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Gymnasiums/Fitness Centers
Soldiers Field House Pool
3236 2nd Div and Handrich
Bldg 3236
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5390
Mon – Fri 5:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Hospital/Medical Treatment Facility(s)
Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC)
9040 Fitzsimmons Drive
Bldg 9040
Box 339500 MS 56
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-968-1110 / 253-968-1145
Phone (DSN) 312-782-1110
Fax 253-968-3084
24/7 automated phone system
Website | Map		 Household Goods/Transportation Office (inbound)
Joint Personal Property Office (JPPO)
BLDG 2140 RM 500
2140 Liggett Avenue
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5293 / 1-800-521-9959
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5093
Fax 253-967-9475
Fax (DSN) 312-357-9475
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Household Goods/Transportation Office (outbound)
Joint Personal Property Office (JPPO)
2140 Liggett Avenue
Building 2140 RM 500
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5293 / 1-800-521-9959
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5093
Fax 253-967-9475
Fax (DSN) 312-357-9475
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Housing Office/Government Housing
Housing Services Office
2150 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2150
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5165
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5165
Fax 253-967-2955
Fax (DSN) 312-357-2955
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thur 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Housing Referral Office/Housing Privatization
Housing Privatization
2150 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2150
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-912-2150
Phone (DSN) DSN Not Available
Fax 253-912-2151
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thur 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 ID/CAC Card Processing
ID Card Issuing Facility
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140 Room 101
Box 339500 MS 85
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5065
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5065
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Information and Referral Services
Army Community Service (ACS) – Information and Referral
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140 Room 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7166
Phone (DSN) 312-357-7166
Fax 253-967-3311
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3311
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Legal Services/JAG
Legal Assistance Office
2027A 8th and Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2027A
Box 339500 MS 69
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-966-7526
Phone (DSN) 312-347-7526
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Map
Library
Library
2109 Liggett and Pendleton
Bldg 2109
Box 339500 MS 15
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7736
Phone (DSN) 312-357-7736
Fax 253-967-3922
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3922
Mon – Wed 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thu – Sun 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Loan Closet
Loan Closet
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140, Waller Hall
Fort Lewis, WA 98433
Phone 253-967-3645 / 253-967-3635
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3607
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
MWR (Morale Welfare and Recreation)
Morale, Welfare & Recreation
2013 North 3rd Street
Bldg 2013
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-5200
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5200
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Military Clothing Sales
Military Clothing Sales
2202 Pendleton Avenue
Bldg 2202
Box 339500 MS 46
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-3966 / 253-964-3749
Mon – Sat 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sun – 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Map
New Parent Support Program
Family Advocacy Program
2013B N. 3rd Street
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-6618 (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) / 253-967-5940 (24/7 Hotline) / DSN 312-357-3583 (Sexaual Assault Response Coordinator)
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3583 / 312-347-7233 (24/7 Hotline)
Fax 253-967-5890
Fax (DSN) 312-357-5890
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Non-appropriated Funds (NAF) Human Resources
Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF)
2015 Pendleton & 4th Street
Bldg 2015
Box 339500 MS
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7776
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Map
Personal Financial Management Services
Consumer Affairs and Financial Assistance Program
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140 Room 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 235-967-7166 / 253-967-3525
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3525
Fax 253-967-3311
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3311
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Personnel Support Office
Inprocessing
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140, Room 201
Box 339500 MS 85
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3995 / 253-967-3967 / 253-967-7438
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Map
Personnel Support Office
Outprocessing
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140, Room 201
Box 339500 MS 85
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2975 / 253-967-3940
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2795
Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Relocation Assistance Program
Relocation Readiness Program (RRP)
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140, Room 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3628 / 253-967-3633 / 253-967-3550
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3628
Fax 253-967-3607
Fax (DSN) 312-357-3607
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Restaurants/Fast Food
Cascade Community Center
2400 Bitar Avenue
Bldg 2400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-4986
Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (hours may vary)
Website | Map		 Restaurants/Fast Food
Especially Espresso
2275 12th Division & Liggett
Bldg 2275
Fort Lewis, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-8837
Mon – Fri 6:30 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Sat 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Map
Restaurants/Fast Food
Russell Landing Cafe
8981 American Lake Avenue
Bldg. 8981
North Fort Lewis, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-966-0400
Mon – Fri 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Retirement Services
Retirement Service Office
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg. 2140, Room 102
Box 339500 MS
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-966-5881 / 253-966-5882
Phone (DSN) 312-347-5881/5882
Fax 253-966-5885
Fax (DSN) 312-347-5885
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
School Age Care
Beachwood School -Age Center
8300 American Lake Drive
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-2600 / 253-967-2084
Phone (DSN) 312-357-2600 /2084
Fax 253-967-1492
Fax (DSN) 312-357-1492
Mon – Fri 5:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 School Liaison Office/Community Schools
School Liaison Office
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140, Room 400
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7195
Phone (DSN) 312-357-7195
Fax 253-966-3151
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map
Spouse Education, Training and Careers
Employment Readiness Program
2166 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2166
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3538
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3538
Fax 253-967-3311
Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Temporary Lodging/Billeting
Fort Lewis Lodge
2111 Utah Avenue
Bldg 2111
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-964-0211
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5051/2815
Open 24/7
Email | Website | Map
Transition Assistance Program
Army Career & Alumni Program (ACAP)
2013 North 3rd Street
Bldg 2013B
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3258
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3258
Fax 253-967-3311
Fax (DSN) 312-357-4416
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thu – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Email | Website | Map		 Travel Office
Leisure Travel Center
2275 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2275
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-3085
Phone (DSN) 312-357-5319
Mon – Fri 6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Map
VA Facilities
American Lake VA Hospital
9600 Veterans Drive SW
Tacoma, WA 98493
Phone 253-582-8440
24/7 automated phone system
Website | Map		 Veterinary Services
Veterinary Services
9988 McKinley Avenue
Bldg 9988
Box 339500 MS 56
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-982-3951
Fax 253-982-9062
Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Victim Advocate Services
Family Advocacy Program
2013B N. 3rd Street
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-6618 (Sexual Assault Response Coordinator) / 253-967-5940 (24/7 Hotline) / DSN 312-357-3583 (Sexaual Assault Response Coordinator)
Phone (DSN) 312-357-3583 / 312-347-7233 (24/7 Hotline)
Fax 253-967-5890
Fax (DSN) 312-357-5890
Mon – Fri 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Website | Map		 Welcome/Visitors Center
Waller Hall
2140 Liggett Avenue
Bldg 2140
Box 339500 MS 85
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-7446
Phone (DSN) 312-357-4873
Open 24/7
Map
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC & WIC-O)
WIC
2166 Liggett Avenue
BLDG 2166
Box 339500 MS
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-966-4956
Phone (DSN) 312-357-4772
Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Tue & Thu 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website | Map		 Youth Programs/Centers
Main Youth Center/ Sports
2295 12th & Bitar
Bldg 2295
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-967-4441/2905
Phone (DSN) 312-357-4441/2905
Fax 253-967-9417
Fax (DSN) 312-357-1492
Tue – Thu 2:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fri – Sat 2:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Website | Map
Youth Programs/Centers
North Fort Youth Center (Middle School and Teen Center)
8584 American Lake Drive
Bldg. 8584
Box 339500 MS 20
Joint Base Lewis-McChord , WA 98433-9500
Phone 253-966-7166
Phone (DSN) 312-347-7166
Fax 253-967-5048
Mon – Fri 5:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Website | Map
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Joint Base Lewis McChord (Fort Lewis/McChord AFB)

October 28, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Washington Park in WashingtonThis article was written by me for Army Wife Magazine in June 2101. It’s a great website! Visit them.
Nestled between the picturesque Puget Sound and the majestic Mount Rainier is Joint Base Lewis-McChord, named after Army Captain Meriwether Lewis (from the famed Lewis and Clark expedition) and Army Air Corps Colonel William Caldwell McChord.  Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) is one of the largest and most modern military reservations in the United States.  Although the post is set largely within rural surroundings, the bustling city of Tacoma, hip-trendy Seattle and the state capital, Olympia, are all well within an hour’s drive of the post.  You can almost feel the hum of Microsoft and Boeing fueling the economy, bringing together a worldly-sense of culture and creativity unique to the Pacific Northwest.

Call me ‘Lewis-Main’
In 2009, US Army Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base were joined in the second phase of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure process. The joining makes sense when you consider the two bases are neighbors, sharing many of the same utilities, medical centers, and facilities. I was surprised how fast we are all getting used to the new name; as if this marriage is something we all wanted. To make the distinction between the legacy bases you’d have to say: “Lewis Main” for the old part of Fort Lewis on the east side of Interstate-5 and you would refer to Lewis-North for everything on the other side of the interstate. McChord AFB is ‘McChord Airfield’ now. Lewis Main is considered headquarters of this post.

  • 30,294 active-duty Army personnel
  • 2,805 Army reservists;
  • 3,637 active-duty Air Force personnel
  • 2,342 Air Force reservists and the US National Guard.
  • Around 17,000 Army troops from the base have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan.
  • The base has 29,247 military retirees . . . that’s a lot.

Heading out and leaving the Interstate-5 corridor you almost immediately hit a much more rural and idealistic Washington. There are quiet hiking paths crisscrossing Mt.Rainier National Forrest and the Olympic National Forest, bike paths stretching for miles and connecting towns, cities, and heart pounding single-track trails. In the four years of living here, Mt. Rainier has always taken my breath away as it rises proudly above the roads and trees of the region.

Oh my, traffic!
Be warned- traffic can be a problem at times! Starting from northern Seattle in Everett down to Tacoma and peaking during typical commuting times, traffic builds but I’ve noticed traffic starts to ease up around the JBLM vicinity and eases as you continue south.  Often those living north of the base have a longer commute than those that live farther to the south or east.  Areas to the south towards Lacey and Olympia usually have less traffic whereas going to or coming from Puyallup and Tacoma can be very congested.

Housing
Lewis-McChord Communities has 3600+ homes in 12 villages. Each home is equipped with stoves, refrigerators and in most homes, dishwashers and disposals. Many homes have a carport or a garage and some of the most breathtaking views of Mount Ranier and the many lakes that dot our communities.  New construction is an on-going project for family housing.  Lewis-McChord Communities has built a new village of 108 new homes and is in the process of renovating hundreds of existing homes.

Hospital
The primary medical facility is Madigan Army Medical Center, one of the largest military medical centers here on the west coast with more than 4,000 medical staff members.  The hospital is one of just a few Level II trauma centers within the U.S. medical command.

Prices
Cost of living is fairly high here with consumer prices generally higher than other parts of the country.  You can blame the city dwellers and those flocking to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area!  You are even hard-pressed to find bargains at yard sales!  Nevertheless, between the commissary, Walmart, Costco and the shopping outlets you’ll be able to manage.  Did I mention shopping malls?  There are three within 40 miles of the base.  There are even several Coach outlets in the region!

Things to Do
Because you are so close to the Sound, where there are numerous beaches and parks with trails, playgrounds, and bike paths for family activities.  JBLM has a recreational facility on American Lake that includes a beach, picnic area, volleyball courts and large pavilions for group activities.  Despite the chilly temperatures of the lakes and the Sound, nearly every kind of water sport is readily available.  Kayaking is popular as well as sailing, waterskiing and fishing.  The Puget Sound has some of the best dive spots in the world!  If you are up for giant octopi, this is the place to be. The JBLM outdoor recreation center rents out equipment (snow skies, snowboards, tents, trailers, canoes, diving gear, etc.) for nearly all types of recreation.

To the west you’ll find the vast Olympic peninsula, a largely unsettled region containing the Olympic National Forest.  The region contains quaint seaport towns like Sequim with its huge lavender farms, Port Angeles where a short ferry ride drops you in beautiful Victoria, Canada, and the sleepy town of Forks, the inspirational town for the Twilight series movies.  The Washington beaches on the pacific are some of the few beaches in America where motor vehicles are permitted. Go for a drive -  it is a great experience!  But plan accordingly, as the water temperatures are chilly even in the summer.

South of JBLM lies the state capital, Olympia, filled with culture, art, music, and a small town vibe amongst the beautiful buildings. Before you leave make sure that you have seen Mt. St. Helens and walked through the awesome lava tubes.  To the east of JBLM stretches the Rainier National Forest with Mt.Rainier ‘watching’ over all of us (again, lots of hiking, biking and camping spots).  In the winter time, you can snowshoe almost anywhere or go skiing at one of six resorts within a few hours of JBLM.  The most popular ski areas are White Pass towards Yakima, about two hours away; Crystal Mountain near Mt. Rainier with a huge ski arena about 1.5 hours, and Snoqualmie Pass about 90 minutes away (it’s right off the interstate).

Now that you are probably tired from all the outdoor activities maybe you want to kick back with a beverage in a nice little German-like town: Leavenworth. If you want to experience Oktoberfest there, you’ll need to book early. It’s fun and almost a must. There are buses that will take you around for a great pub crawl experience. Should you feel more like wine, head over to the wine country of Wenatchee and enjoy the wine tasting there along with the milder and dryer weather.

Night Life
In and around Seattle, Olympia and Tacoma you will find an endless supply of night life activities. Bars, pubs, casinos, restaurants, and dance clubs en masse. Seattle is such a big city that a lot of bands, singers and other entertainers come and perform in the arenas, public venues, and casino pavilions. Oh yeah, about those casinos? Casinos are everywhere.  While maybe less glamorous and chic than the big names along the strip in Las Vegas, they are still great attractions, safe, and bustling with people seeking great entertainment.

Kids
Washington has lots to offer for both entertainment and education.  One of our favorite places for family-fun was the Greatwolf Lodge, a totally fun indoor water park, only a few minutes south of Olympia. Make sure you mention that you are military and you’ll get a much better rate. There is an outdoor water park, Wild Waves, up towards Tacoma, but most of the year…BRRR. I wouldn’t go, but most kids are tough as nails and go even with cooler temperatures. In Seattle, there is the following:
Pacific Science Center (for kids) in Seattle is spectacular: http://www.pacsci.org/
Museum of flight is hands on and not boring at all: http://www.museumofflight.org/
Glass Museum Tacoma: http://www.museumofglass.org/
Seattle Aquarium: http://www.seattleaquarium.org
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park near Puyallup: www.nwtrek.org
Snow tubing at Snoqualmie: http://www.summitatsnoqualmie.com/Activities/Tubing

For adult as well as kids activities, make sure you check out the outdoor recreational center on post because they just offer a great amount of tours and outdoor activities. Even if you don’t want to participate in a tour, check out what they offer to get an idea on what’s great to do or see in the area.

For regular activities for those children who like soccer and other sports, check the local Parks and Recreational websites. The YMCA has a lot to offer as well. On post you’ll find all the activities for children that you would find on other installations: SKIESunlimited, CYS, bowling, swimming, soccer, baseball and lots more.

Resources:
Statistics: http://www.army-technology.com/projects/base-lewis-mcchord/
Staff Members of Madigan:http://www.mybaseguide.com/army/fort-lewis/madigan-medical.aspx

Lunch with the First Lady of JB Lewis McChord

I recently had the honor of speaking with Mrs. Grace Dorta Jacoby, first lady of JB Lewis McChord and wife to Lt. Gen. Charles H. Jacoby Jr., Commanding General of I Corps and Joint Base Lewis-McChord. She was so gracious as to invite me to her home on Lewis Main with the distinct address of “Quarters 1.” Mrs. Jacoby greeted me at the door with a warm smile that made me feel welcomed the moment I stepped into her residence.

A self proclaimed introvert with a proud Puerto Rican heritage, she easily led me on a colorful tour of her background, her experiences in the Army as both a spouse and an active duty member, and life here at JBLM.  She has been a military wife for over 20 years but also has 13 years active duty service prior to her marriage to General Jacoby. She has three sons, CJ, is 19, Victor Douglas, 15, and Michael Crider, 11. The oldest, CJ is attending the United States Military Academy at West Point, New York. Mrs. Jacoby said that taking CJ to West Point and leaving him there was one of the hardest things she’s had to do. Even as she was telling me this I could see that even the memory was painful to her and that she misses him. Victor is now the oldest son in the house and when his father is deployed he is the ‘man of the house.’ “He sure enjoyed the perks of this position,” Mrs. Jacoby stated. “But, he was not very enthused about the work and the responsibilities that came along with it.”  Then again, which teenager would be?

Michael, 11, the youngest enjoys reading and spending time with his dad. Most of their lives the boys had attended public schools.  “I believe in public schools and therefore sent my boys there,” admitted Mrs. Jacoby.  “Even though CJ has always had A’s and is ‘smart as a whip,’ the transition to such an academically challenging college such as West Point was not an easy one.”

Mrs. Jacoby is passionate about education. During her stay here on Fort Lewis she served on several education boards and groups to improve the military-civilian education connection.  She helped the Officer Spouses Club generate $31,000 in grants to be awarded to young adults planning to attend college.

“Actually, the military offers a lot of educational programs that some military families might not be aware of: There is GIANT Campus, offering great classes, on and off line (adults or kids), MyCAA (Military Spouse Career Advancement Account) that allows $6,000 for professional licenses and education, free tutor services via Tutor.com, Free SAT and ACT Test Prep Program via eKnowledge.com and much more. Militaryonesource.com has all the information.”

During the conversation it became very clear to me that her ambition and energy beguile her slender stature. An officer in the Army, she earned her parachute wings at the Army’s airborne school and was a career-oriented, independent woman…until she met the young Chuck Jacoby.  She became intrigued by this fellow officer who worked across the hallway from her office who she says was, “incredibly charming and smart. We would talk frequently and since I have never been much of a history buff, I was absolutely blown away by how much Chuck knew. He made it interesting and fun – a new way for me to look at history.” LTG Jacoby has a master’s degree in history and also taught history at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. “He is the kindest, gentlest man I have ever met,” said Mrs. Jacoby.

The Jacoby family, like most Army families, has endured many deployments; the most recent being a year-long tour to Iraq that concluded in April 2010. Knowing that there have been many months apart, I asked her, “Is there ever a point where you get used to the deployments somehow?” She looked at me and said, “No, I don’t think so, or at least not for us.” Army life keeps you moving and when asked to respond to a question about how many moves the Jacoby family has endured, “Oh, I never kept track of it. We are moving usually every two years…IF we have the luxury of staying two years! If we get to stay three years then there is usually a price to pay….in the form of a deployment. Just like during this tour.”

I see in Mrs. Jacoby, a strong woman and asked her: “What makes a strong Army wife?”
Her answer: “I believe it is important, especially as an Army wife, not to lean on your husband for EVERYTHING. Have your networks of friends and acquaintances. This will help you through deployments. Be pro-active and ask when you have a question, but be constructive.”

What advice would she give a new Army wife? “Go to ACS and see all the classes they offer. I believe that AFTB (Army Family Team Building) training is a great step to learning how the military works. You will learn how to read an LES, what acronyms are used frequently and the different ranks. Not that you have to know it all, but you will get a broad picture. Being informed is important; know where to go and what’s available to you. My second suggestion is to get or stay connected with the FRG (Family Readiness Group). Granted sometimes there is some drama, but all in all, the FRG is there to keep the spouses informed about what’s going on in the company or battalion, for networking and maybe even a little fun. But don’t wait for them to approach you, again be pro-active.”

The Jacoby family parted from JBLM at the beginning of June and will start a new life, as done many times before, in Washington DC.

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