Reference Guide - Fort Hood DFMWR

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Fort Hood Services
Reference Guide
Table of Contents
Bernie Beck Main Gate/Marvin Leath Visitor Control Center
Copeland Soldier Service Center
Transportation
Housing
Dependent ID Cards
Post Locator
Retirement Services
Fort Hood Temporary Lodging Facilities
AAFES
Commissary
Army Community Service
Relocation Readiness
Financial Readiness Branch
Exceptional Family Member Program
Community Information Service
Soldier and Family Assistance Center
Army Volunteer Corps
Army Family Action Plan
Army Family Team Building
Mobilization and Deployment
Oveta Culp Hobby SFRC
Family Advocacy Program
Survivor Outreach Services
Employment Readiness Branch
Legal Services
Resiliency Campus
Outdoor Recreation
The Courses of Clear Creek
Sportsmen’s Center
West Fort Hood Travel Camp
Recreation Equipment Checkout
Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Camping at BLORA
Horseback Riding at BLORA
Mountain Biking at BLORA
Lake Activities at BLORA
Paintball at BLORA
RVing at BLORA
Swimming Pools
Physical Fitness Centers
Apache Arts & Crafts
Sprocket Auto Crafts
Phantom Warrior Lanes
Community Events Center—Bingo
Health Promotions Aerobics and Skating
Lounges
Dining - Club Hood
Travel - Leisure Travel Services
Museums
Child, Youth and School Services
Parent Central Services - Registration
Child Care
Youth Services
Youth Sports & Fitness
SKIES Unlimited Classes
CYSS Before and After Pre-K– Kindergarten
CYSS Before and After 1st-5th Grade
School Liaison Office
WIC
Library
Health Services
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center
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TRICARE
Robertson Blood Clinic
Emergency Services
Patient Services
Appointments
Fisher House
Dental Services
Veterinary Treatment Facility
Preventive Medicine - Environment Health
Banking
Fort Hood National Bank
Pentagon Federal Credit Union
U.S. Post Office
USO
Fort Hood American Red Cross
Thrift Shop
Santa’s Workshop
Tax Center
Education
Soldier Development Center
Central Texas College
Chaplains Corps
Chaplain Crisis Line
On Call Catholic Chaplain
Religious Services
Partner Ministries
Protestant Women of the Chapel
Military Council of Catholic Women
Family Ministries
Family Life Training Center
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Upon Arrival
Bernie Beck Main Gate/Marvin Leath Visitor Control Center - Bldg. 69012
Phone: 254-287-9909
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Fort Hood’s modern, bustling Visitors Center adjacent to the Main Gate, just off U.S. Hwy. 190 on
Killeen’s west end, honors the memory of James Marvin Leath and the lasting impact his public service
had on Soldiers, Fort Hood and our Nation.
Military, Family members, DA civilians and retirees may walk in with the pre-printed DA Form 3626 in
order to expedite vehicle renewal/registration. This service will provide DOD decals/Phantom Express or
new vehicle registration (Bell County Only for vehicle registration). Please visit the website for online
procedures to expedite your post registration process. http://www.hood.army.mil/
visitors.center.aspx
Copeland Soldiers Service Center - Bldg. 18010
Fort Hood’s one-stop shop for In/Out-Processing, Transportation, Housing, Family member; civilians;
contractors; and retirees ID Cards, Post Locator, & Retirement Services.
Transportation, Room A104
Inbound 254-288-9832, Outbound 254-287-2200 http://www.hood.army.mil/transportation/index.aspx
Housing, Room B209
254-287-4212 http://www.housing.army.mil/
Family Member ID Cards, Room B115
254-553-4444 http://www.hood.army.mil/dhr/idcards_info.aspx
Post Locator, 254-288-0642
Retirement Services, Room B118
254-287-5210 http://www.hood.army.mil/dhr/rso_contact.htm
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Fort Hood Temporary Lodging Facilities
Soldiers PCSing to Fort Hood can call IHG Army Hotels at 254-532-5157 or 1-877-711-8326 for
reservations, or visit WWW.IHGARMYHOTELS.COM. All facilities are non-smoking. A free breakfast is
provided each morning at Keith Ware Hall located at 36006 Wratten Drive, Fort Hood, TX. Our newest
temporary lodging is the Candlewood Suites, located on 761st Tank Battalion, Bldg 144.
Exchange and Express
Exchange operates two Exchanges, Clothing and Sales and numerous Expresses across
the installation.
Clear Creek Exchange - Bldg. 50004 - Phone: 254-532-7200—Offers clothes, shoes, house wares, toyland, jewelry, electronics, garden center, and a food court. Hours: Mon-Sat 0900-2100, Sun 1000-1930
Warrior Way Exchange - Bldg. 87030 - Phone: 254-532-8100—Offers furniture, large appliances, sports
equipment/clothing, guns/ammo and a food court. Hours: 1000-2100, Sun 1000-1830
Mid Post Mall - Bldg. 135 &136 - Military Clothing & Sales Store, Barber Shop, H&R Block, Hertz Car
Rental, Laundry/Dry Clean/Alterations, Name Tag Shop, Selim’s Doner Kebap, U-haul Rental, Trophy &
Engraving, Leisure Travel Services (LTS). Hours and phones vary by facility.
Exchange Express and Firestone Complete Car Care Center - Bldg. 224 - Phone: 254-526-5502
Tires, State Inspection Stickers, complete car maintenance. Hours: M-Sat 0700-1900, Sun 0900-1700
Commissary - DECA operates two full service grocery stores, one on each end of post.
Clear Creek Commissary – Bldg 50001—Full service grocery store. Phone: 254-287-9055 ext 239,
Store Director: Patrice M. Funderburk 254-287-9055 ext 202.
Hours: Sun 0900-1900, Tue - Sat—0700-2000
Early Bird Hours—Tue - Sat 0700-0900 CLOSED on Mondays
Warrior Way Commissary – Bldg 85020—Full service grocery store. Phone: 254-287-1955.
Store Director: Beth E. Adams 254-287-1955
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri-1000-2000, Sat - 0900-2000, Sun – 0900-1900,
Early Bird Hours—Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri—0700-1000, Sat—0700-0900 CLOSED on Wednesdays
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The Army Community Service Mission: Army Community Service is an empowered team that provides
comprehensive, coordinated, and responsive advocacy and prevention, information and referral, outreach,
financial, employment, Soldier and Family Readiness, Exceptional Family Member and relocation
assistance services that support the readiness and well-being of Soldiers and their Families, Civilian
Employees, and Retirees. ACS programs are located in several buildings across the installation.
Rivers Building - Bldg. 121 / M-F 0730-1630 / Phone: 254-287-4ACS(4227)
Relocation Readiness
Phone: 254-287-4471
Army Community Service Relocation Readiness offers a variety of relocation assistance services and
resources to eliminate the stress associated with relocating. Some of the services include the lending
closet, welcome packets, relocation counseling, outreach services, and future installation information.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/rrb.html
Financial Readiness Branch
Phone: 254-288-2862
Readiness Branch (FRB) offers a variety of services to include numerous financial classes, AER loan
processing, Consumer Affairs Office, Solicitation Office, credit reports and scores, food locker, and budget
counseling. http://hoodmwr.com/acs/frb.html
Exceptional Family Member Program
Phone: 254-287-6070
The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a mandatory enrollment program that works with
other military and civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated medical, educational, housing, community support, and personnel services to Families with special needs.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/efmp.html
Community Information Service
Phone: 254-287-5160
ACS Community Information Service (CIS) provides Fort Hood commanders, Soldiers, and Families with
information regarding military and civilian community resources. CIS is the central point of distribution for
the monthly ACS calendar, Fort Hood upcoming events and the monthly Community Services Council
meeting. http://hoodmwr.com/acs/iro.html
Soldier and Family Assistance Center (SFAC) Bldg. 36051, 62nd Street
Phone: 254-286-5768
A one-stop location with a team of professionals that provide tailored services that are responsive to the
needs of wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers assigned to the Warrior Transition Battalion and their Families.
Mission – Provide compassionate, coordinated services to Warriors in Transition and their Family
members. Our efforts are aimed at fostering dignity and independence, while assisting the Warrior in their
transition either back to duty or to service as a vital member of the community. For information on services
provided, please go to link provided. hoodmwr.com/acs/sfac.html
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Lane Volunteer Center
Bldg 16005, Corner of T.J. Mills & Old Ironsides Avenue
Phone: 254-288-3566
Hours: M-F, 0730-1630
Houses the Soldier & Family Readiness Branch (S&FRB), which includes: Army Volunteer Corps (AVC),
Army Family Action Plan (AFAP), Army Family Team Building (AFTB) and Mobilization & Deployment.
There are 2 classrooms and kitchen area available for meetings. http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb.html
Army Volunteer Corps
Phone: 254-287-VOLS(8657)
The Lane Volunteer Center is home to the Army Volunteer Corps, which is the center of volunteer
recruitment, referral, recognition, and advocacy efforts for Fort Hood. Volunteers are placed in a wide
variety of positions throughout the on and off-post communities. Through volunteer service, individuals can
learn or enhance skills, get to know the community and meet new people, build their resumes, and more.
Organizations wishing to benefit from volunteer service may register their volunteer job descriptions with
the Volunteer Center, whose staff will work to fill the positions with the right volunteers.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb_ivp.html
Army Family Action Plan (AFAP)
Phone: 254-287-AFAP(2327)
AFAP is your tool to voice your issues to Army leadership. It alerts them to areas of concern and allows
them the opportunity to quickly put action plans into place to work toward resolving issues. An AFAP issue
is any problem that affects the readiness and Well-Being of Fort Hood or the Army. Some issues can be
resolved locally, while some must go forth for a chance at higher level resolution.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb_afap.html
Army Family Team Building (AFTB)
Phone: 254-286-6600
The Army Family Team Building Program is a series of 38 classes led by volunteer instructors and Subject
Matter Experts. These classes consist of information on resources, benefits, leadership, and interpersonal
skills. The goal of AFTB is to improve overall personal growth by promoting personal and Family
Readiness, to assist Soldiers and Family members in adapting to change, to help Families become selfreliant and informed, and to assist in developing professional skills. http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb_aftb.html
Mobilization and Deployment
Phone: 254-288-5155 or 254-288-2794
Provides guidance, resources and training for Family Readiness Group members and Rear Detachment
Officers; supports deploying units by providing pre-deployment information and material to Soldiers and
Family members; implement training, plans and oversight for the Fort Hood Family Assistance Center team
members; assist and support mobilizing Reserve Component units.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb_mobdep.html
Family Assistance Center (FAC) Line
Phone: 254-288-7570 or 1-866-836-2751
The FAC line was put in place to assist Family members of deployed Soldiers. This line is also a Hotline for
Family members in the event of an emergency on post.
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Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center
Bldg. 18000, Battalion Avenue
Phone: 254-287-9793
Hours: Mon-Fri, 0730-1630
Oveta Culp Hobby is part of Soldier & Family Readiness Branch. Supporting Soldiers and their Families
with a safe and friendly environment. The facility offers eight meeting rooms, 6 High-speed internet
computers, fax and copy machines, a Family room, and kitchen area. This facility also houses a Kids on
Site (KOS) childcare facility and a one-stop area of resources and activities. This building is available for
Family Readiness Groups to use nights and weekends.http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sfrb_OvetaCulpFRC.html
Family Advocacy and Prevention (FAP)
Bldg 76020, Crocket Street, West Fort Hood
Phone: 254-286-6774/254-618-7582
The Family Advocacy Program focuses on spouse and child abuse prevention through education & support
programs. Programs include the following.
Reporting/Crisis Intervention Services
254-287-CARE(2273) Hotline Installation Report Point of Contact (RPOC) - Receives reports of
spouse/child abuse incidents and coordinate an emergency response for victims of family violence.
Telephone monitored by Family Advocacy Program (FAP) staff twenty-four hours per day, seven days a
week.
Family Advocacy Victim Advocate Program
Phone: 254-287-3583
The FAVAP is a specialized function within FAP that provides comprehensive assistance and liaison to and
for victims of spouse abuse, physical, emotional, neglect and domestic violence sexual assault.
Command & Troop Education
Unit Training
Required annual training for Soldiers IAW AR 608-18, Army Family Advocacy Program. Educates Soldiers
on the dynamics of spouse and child abuse; command policy; community programs; services; resources;
the identification, reporting, and referral process; and utilization of the 287-CARE Line for assistance.
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Family Advocacy Specialist Program (FASP)
Phone: 254-287-8989
Provides commanders with a mechanism through which education, training, and referral procedures can be
established in their units to promote sound decision-making skills, increased knowledge on family stressors,
the prevention of family violence, and a constant information flow of rehabilitation efforts.
FAP Leadership Training
Training available for all levels of command from junior to senior, focusing upon the FAP dynamics of abuse
and strategies identified to assist Soldiers and their Families in the prevention of spouse and child abuse.
Commander Desk Side Briefing
An on-site presentation for commanders at all levels that provides an overview of the FAP; update of
program initiatives; identification of command support required; trends/status of training and treatment
mandates; prevention programs/services/resources; and review of the reporting/referral process.
Education For Professionals
Professional Training: Provided to mandated reporters (CYSS, medical and law enforcement personnel)
and community agencies on the identification, reporting and treatment of spouse and child abuse; the
referral process; available programs, services and resources; and the prevention of family violence.
Domestic Violence Awareness Training for the Workplace: Training designed to provide the civilian
workforce with an overview of the dynamics of domestic violence and how it affects the workplace. Safety
measures and available resources are identified. Classes are conducted monthly and available upon
request.
Spouse Abuse-Family Life Skills
Stress/Anger/Conflict Workshop:
Phone: 254-286-5338
6-hour workshop designed to assist participants to recognize the symptoms, cause and effects of stress,
and introduce an array of stress management techniques. The workshop focuses upon anger management/
conflict resolution strategies and techniques. Workshops are conducted the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each
month, 0900-1600 at Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center, Building 18000. Workshops
are also available to units upon request. No cost child care is available upon request. For information, call
254-286-5338.
Relationship Enrichment Program (REP):
Phone: 254-618-7584/7585, 254-286-6774
Designed to equip couples with information, resources, strategies, and skills to identify problematic marital
stressors, recognize danger signs, improve communication, manage anger, and utilize effective conflict
resolution techniques that will promote the building and maintenance of healthy relationships. The
program is comprised of a monthly workshop conducted the 3rd Wednesday of each month at Oveta Culp
Hobby Soldier and Family Readiness Center, Bldg 18000. The program also offers quarterly off-post
retreats, and specialty classes. Child care is available at no cost upon request.
Safety Education
Expect Respect (Dating Violence Prevention)
Phone: 254-618-7586, 254-286-6774
An educational class for units, teens, parents, school counselors, youth service agencies, and Family
members. Topics include: Dating Rights/Responsibilities, Communicating Assertively, Jealousy, Dating
Pressures, Building Healthy Relationships, Abuse and Respect. Classes are available upon request.
McGruff “Safe House” Program
Phone: 254-287-6505
A child safety program that provides a temporary safe haven for children who find themselves in emergency
or frightening situations such as being bullied, followed, or hurt while walking; playing; or interacting in an
on-post neighborhood. Safety support is provided by trained volunteers. Volunteer training is conducted
monthly or scheduled upon request.
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Save-A-Tot/Boost-A-Youth Program
Phone: 254-287-6505
A program designed to educate military parents on child car seat safety. Resource packets are distributed.
Parents engage in “hands-on” exercises with trained technicians as seats are installed. Safety checks are
administered the last Friday of each month. The service is open to all military ID cardholders by
appointment only. Classes are available upon request. Children must be present during the safety
check. Exchanges or free car seats are not issued as a part of the program.
Child Safety
Phone: 254-287-6505
Educational training presented to address child safety, internet safety, personal awareness, identification
kits, environmental safety, peer and adult support/influence, high risk behaviors, communication skills,
danger signs and exploitation. Scheduled classes are conducted. Training is also available upon request.
Support Groups & Parenting Education
Single Soldier Parent Network:
Phone: 254-287-1763
Develops communication and assistance for single Soldier parents through networking, information sharing,
and mutual support. Group meets 2nd Tuesday of each month from 1130-1300. The group is open to all
Fort Hood single parent Soldiers.
New Parent Support Program (NPSP) Ages 3 and Under
Bldg. #290, Battalion Avenue & 37th Street
Phone: 254-287-2286
Provides in-home visitation, therapeutic support, information/referral, and resource assistance to Army
Families. NPSP attempts to reduce the likelihood of child abuse, neglect, and spouse abuse through
community education and the promotion of healthy Family functioning. Parent Training, New Parent
Support Group and Explore, Learning and Play (interactive playgroup) activities are also offered.
Common Sense Parenting: Ages 4-12
Phone: 254-618-7443
The forum is comprised of a weekly parenting education program and support group designed to introduce
parenting styles; identify/address military parenting issues, challenges and stressors that impact
relationships; understand family dynamics; develop/enhance parenting skills; discuss child management
techniques; and explore child development issues. Quarterly workshops/holiday activities offered.
Active Parenting/Teen Challenge: Ages 13-18
Phone: 254-287-1763, 254-286-6774
A six hour training and open discussion for parents and teens that meets quarterly. Parents will gain
knowledge, skills, and insight to guide teens through the turbulent periods associated with adolescence.
Teens will become aware of information, resources, and skills to assist in effectively managing the changes
and challenges of adolescence.
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Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) - Bldg. 10043, Battalion Avenue across from 1st Army Division West
Phone: 254-288-3655
Hours: M-F, 0800-1700
Provides access to support, information and services to Families of fallen Soldiers. SOS provides extended
financial counseling assistance and long term support to surviving Family members, ensuring that surviving
Families' concerns are addressed expeditiously and to the full extent of the covenant with the Army Family.
The SOS staff consists of a Program Manager, Support Coordinator, Financial Counselor, and an
Administrative Assistant.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/sos.html
Co-located with SOS are representatives from Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
(TAPS). TAPS is a non-profit 501(c)3 veteran’s service organization created in 1994 to provide support to
Families of anyone who has died in military service to America regardless of branch of service.
http://www.taps.org
Employment Readiness Branch - Bldg. 284, Battalion Avenue and 37th Street
Phone: 254-288-2089, 254-286-6684
Hours: M-F, 0730-1630
Provides quality, timely and accurate employment information to give the competitive edge needed to
secure employment through a series of workshops and classes.
http://hoodmwr.com/acs/erb.html
The Newcomers Employment Training Workshop (NETWORK) - Orientation targeting newly arriving
military Spouses and Family members seeking employment on Fort Hood or in the Greater Killeen Area.
This workshop is conducted at the Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, 301 Cheyenne Drive, Killeen
every Tuesday from 0815-0930 and at Bldg. 284, from 1300-1430.
Legal Assistance Division—Bldg 13
52nd Street between Support Avenue and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue
Phone: 254-287-7901/3199
Hours: Mon — Wed, Fri, 0900-1600, Thu 1300-1600
Closed on training holidays & federal holidays
The III Corps and Fort Hood Legal Assistance Office services active duty personnel
and eligible Family members in III Corps and non-divisional units, as well as all retirees
and their eligible Family members. Legal Assistance services are provided by licensed
attorneys and include almost all services rendered by civilian attorneys, except
representation in civilian court. Legal assistance attorneys will not appear in civilian courts or give advice
concerning private income producing activities. Within these limitations, the legal assistance attorneys and
staff may provide legal counseling, draft letters, draft wills and powers of attorney, provide notary service,
negotiate legal disputes with third parties, review and explain legal documents (sales contracts, leases,
court papers, etc), provide pro se assistance in limited situations, or make referrals to civilian attorneys
when appropriate.
https://www.jagcnet.army.mil/JAGCNETInternet/Homepages/AC/IIICorps.nsf/(JAGCNetDocID)/
LEGAL+ASSISTANCE?OpenDocument
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Fort Hood Resiliency Campus
Empowering Soldiers, Families, DA Civilians & Retirees with the tools for an effective &
resilient life through educational & holistic Mind, Body, and Spirit programs in order to
promote resiliency and overall comprehensive fitness. HQ Bldg 12022, Phone:
254-285-5693, Hours: 0900-1700 http://www.hood.army.mil/ResiliencyCampus/
Spiritual Fitness Center - The Spiritual Fitness Center, at Fort Hood, offers a variety of Comprehensive Fitness
services to the Total Army Family. It assists its customers in discovering their inner-path and the essence of their
being or the deepest values and meanings by which they live. Services provided include: Counseling Available by
On-Site Chaplain, Fellowship Area with Free Coffee/Tea & Wi-Fi , Spiritual & Inspirational Library, Training Areas
Available for Booking. Phone: 254-553-1195, Hours: 24/7/365
Military Family Life Consultants - Provide free, confidential, short term, situational, problem-solving counseling to
Soldiers and their Families. Phone: 254-553-4705, Hours: M-F, 0800-1700
Personal Financial Assistance Center - Works with Army Community Service (ACS) to proactively provide
information and resources to educate Soldiers, Family members, Retirees and DoD civilians on matters of personal
financial responsibility. Phone: 254-553-4698, Hours: M-F, 0800-1700, by appt. 0700-1900
Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Performance & Resilience Enhancement Program (CSF-PREP) - Using stateof-the-art technologies, best educational practices, and applied sport psychology techniques, Comprehensive
Soldier Fitness Performance & Resilience Enhancement Program (CSF-PREP) trainers teach individuals to acquire,
practice, and master the mental and emotional skills that are the foundation of human performance. You can better
yourself by attending a class or meeting one-on-one for the following areas: Attention / Focus Control, Building
Confidence, Energy Management, Goal Setting, Integrated Imagery, Mental Skills Foundation, Resilience
Training, Student Success Course Phone: 254-288-4671, Hours: 0900-1700
Army Wellness Center - Do you use tobacco? Would it interest you to have access to free over-the-counter
medications? Has your weight got you down? You may find a phone call or trip to the Army Wellness Center
beneficial in starting the journey to improve your health. Fitness Assessments (Resting Metabolic Rate, VO2 Max,
and Functional Movement testing), Health Promotion Evaluation Class, Performance Nutrition, Self-Care Program,
Tobacco Cessation Program, Weigh to Live Program. Phone: 254-288-8488, Hours: 0900-1700
Applied Fitness Center - Change your life and improve your health by visiting the Applied Fitness Center for fun
and exciting classes and programs that will have you feeling like a whole new person. Activities include: Climbing
Wall, CrossFit Equipment, First Tee Children’s Golf (Ages 5-18), Fitness Machines & Weights, Relaxation Saunas,
Tai Chi, Spin Bikes, Yoga, Zumba. Phone: 254-287-5586, Hours: M-F 0500-2000, Sat 1000-1400
MRT Resource Program- The MRT Resource Program is designed to aid commanders in the benefits of Resiliency
Training to their Unit and the goals for their program. To assist unit MRT’s in building and executing training plans
tailored to unit needs. Additionally the program incorporates Army Community Services to
conduct a Family Resilience Academy to link Soldiers and Family members across the four CSF Pillars. Services
Offered: Resilience Training Program Consulting, MRT Refresher Course, RTA Training
For more information contact: 254-288-4373 Building 12020 Suite 300 Room 305
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Recreational Activities
Outdoor Recreation - Fort Hood offers a variety of first class recreational activities
across the post. Hours and phone numbers vary by facility or activity.
Golf - The Courses of Clear Creek
Battalion Avenue at Clear Creek Road, Bldg 52381
Phone: 254-287-4130
Fort Hood’s own “country club” is located off of Clear Creek Road, easily accessible and open
to the public. The premiere, 27-hole championship golf course offers all of the amenities of a
private country club, with none of the membership fees. Rattlesnake Ridge, a 4 hole
playing course designed for children, is FREE of charge . Breakfast and lunch served daily.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/coursesof_cc.htm
Hunting and Fishing - Sportsmen's Center
Rod and Gun Loop, 53rd Street and North Avenue, Bldg 1937
Phone: 254-532-4552
The Sportsmen's Center encourages and furthers the interest in
hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation activities. The facility is
devoted to the conservation and presentation of wildlife, their habitats
and environment; the sports of hunting, fishing and archery; and the
recreational use of guns for skeet, trap or other target shooting. The
club offers a gathering place for sportsmen, complete with snack bar,
pro shop, hunt control office and skeet range. The Sportsmen's Center
also consists of a playground, picnic areas and party rooms. This
facility is open to the public.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/sportsmenscenter.htm
Camping - West Fort Hood Travel Camp
Clarke Road - West Fort Hood, Bldg 70004
Phone: 254-288-9926
Admin and Registration Office: Monday thru Friday 0700-1730, Saturday and Sunday 1000-1730
Secured Storage Area: Monday thru Friday 0700-1700, Saturday and Sunday 1000-1700
The West Fort Hood Travel Camp offers a full service RV campground and
vehicle storage facility. You may pull your recreational vehicle on line 24-hours a
day, seven days a week, year round. Stay for up to 60-days and request an
extension if you need to stay longer. http://www.hoodmwr.com/travel_camp.htm
Equipment Checkout - Recreational Equipment Checkout
Clear Creek Road, Bldg 4930
Phone: 254-287-4126 or 254-287-1853, Fax: 532-5938
REC offers a long list of outdoor recreation equipment for rent at modest per-day
rates. This is your one-stop rental facility for all your recreation needs. We have
the perfect item for your unit organizational day - from sports equipment to the
climbing wall. Call or come on down and check out our value pricing.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/equipmentcheckout.htm
Hours: 1 Nov - 31 Mar | Mon-Sat 1100-1600; 1 Apr - 31 Oct | Mon-Sat 1000-1700 Sundays 1100-1430
(For equipment returns only) Closed Federal Holidays
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Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area Phone: 254-287-4907
Gate fee of $2 per car at Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area for authorized DoD patrons, gate fee for
civilians is $8 per vehicle during summer season (Apr-Sep) and $4 during the winter season (Oct-Mar).
Rent cottages, camp sites, vehicle storage
space or boat slips. Sierra Beach has covered
Family picnic shelters, and a snack bar. Two
boat ramps are available and ample parking
space is provided for cars, trucks and trailers.
The boat ramps are available for use by all
BLORA boating patrons.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/lake_activities.htm
Cottages Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: 254-287-2523/8303
COTTAGE RENTAL:
Stay for a night, weekend, or longer any time of year in one of our one or
two bedroom BLORA Cottages. Check in after 3 pm, check our before
noon.
One bedroom sleeps 4, two bedroom sleeps 6. All are completely
furnished to include kitchen utensils, towels and linens. Each has a
screened in porch, bbq grill, covered picnic table with a bench swing and
located near a playground. Must be an authorized user. Check out
prices at the following link: http://www.hoodmwr.com/camping.htm
Horseback Riding at BLORA Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: 254-681-9788
It's time to get back on the saddle at BLORA Ranch! Whether you come to the ranch as a novice or as an
experienced rider, you will leave with more confidence and new equestrian skills; we want all our visitors to
leave the ranch with lots of smiles, and a memorable horseback riding experience that will last a lifetime.
So, giddy up to BLORA and enjoy the fresh Texas air while riding
along the trails, bond with the horses and have fun exploring. There
are over 1,200 beautiful acres spread across BLORA for riders to
explore. Horses are available for one and two hour rides. All trail
rides are guided by several wranglers that have extensive experience
in all aspects of horsemanship. We
intentionally keep our
groups small, to insure your safety; we want you to feel safe and enjoy
your time on horseback. For pricing information please go to http://
www.hoodmwr.com/horseback_riding.htm.
Mountain Biking at BLORA Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: 254-287-2523/8303
The BLORA Mountain Bike trails are for any level of rider, ranging
from novice to experienced riders. Check in at the BLORA
Reservation Office (main gate at park entrance) to pay the required
fee, sign the required Hold Harmless Agreement and pick up the
Mountain Bike Trail map before proceeding to the trail head. Bring
your own bike and helmet or rent one of ours. Riders under the age
of 18 years old require adult supervision. Located off Cottage Road.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/mountain_biking.htm
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Lake Activities at BLORA - Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: 254-287-4907
Beach Phone: 254-287-6644
Boat Dock Phone: 254-287-5526
Water Slide Phone: 254-288-2928
Security Phone: 254-287-8303
Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Waterfront activities are open—Enjoy Phantom Phlume waterslides
and Sierra Beach Swimming 1000-2000 7 days per week. Open holidays.
No beach umbrellas and/or sun shade canopies are authorized on the
1st level of the beach (the sand area at waters edge); however, beach
umbrellas and/or sun shade canopies are authorized on the 2nd and
3rd levels of the beach proper (sand). Waterfront activities will be
based on availability of lifeguards and water temperature. POV gate
fee for authorized MWR users is $2 POV. Gate fee for civilians is $8
during summer season (Apr-Sep) and $4 during the winter season
(Oct-Mar)
Sierra Beach Swim Area, Waterslide, Kid’s Auto Wash
Water Slides: Two 300-foot-plus water slides curve and plunge from
the start tower down to the four-foot splash pool for thrills for the whole
families. Both attractions are open to the public.
Covered Family picnic shelters are located adjacent to the beach. The
snack bar sells refreshments and features a patio deck that overlooks
the beach area and beautiful Belton Lake. More than 300 family picnic
sites and 143 covered picnic shelters, many with barbecue grills are
scattered throughout the park.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/lake_activities.htm
Paintball at BLORA - BLORA is located on North Nolan Road, approximately 10 miles from East Range
Road. Access to the park is also available via Sparta Road off FM 439. For more information, call
254-287-4907. Four new fields—Dual it out at the old Sparta Western town and capture the Indian Chief at
Camp Cove, take the Labyrinth Bridge, get lost in the urban sprawl of Urban Warfare or get an adrenaline
rush on the Speedball Course.
Hours of Operation: Saturday, Sunday and holidays (excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas and New
Year’s Day) 1000-1800. Course may be reserved for groups on weekdays
by calling the BLORA Reservations Office at 254-287-2523. Weekend play
is on a first come/first served basis.
Fees:
$30 per person, includes gun, facemask & hopper rental a marker, plus 500
paintball rounds and unlimited air or CO2. If you have your own paintball
$25 per person with own equipment, includes 500 paintball rounds and
unlimited air or CO2.
Group rates (10 or more players) are also available for $15 per person. Includes gun, hopper, facemask and 500 paintball rounds.
The course is open to all (10 years old or older). Players 10-17 years old
require guardian signature. http://www.hoodmwr.com/paintball.htm
RVing at BLORA Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: 254-287-2523/8303
Partial and full hookups are available throughout the recreation area at
RV sites. Primitive tent sites are available as well. Dump stations are
conveniently located near the camping areas. Most sites are filled on a
"first-come, first-served" basis. Please call for space availability and
more information. Limited reservations are available at select camping
sites. Patrons must be authorized users to rent campers and sites.
Prices per campground and type can be found at the following link.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/rv_camp.htm
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Swimming Pools
Indoor Pool
ABRAMS POOL
POOL: 254-287-4648
AQUATICS OFFICE: 254-287-9430
Military Training & Special Events Supersede the Regular Schedule Eight
-lanes, 25-meters, 4-to-12 feet deep, one-meter & three-meter diving boards and hot tub are available for
swimming year round. Abrams is located in Bldg. 23001, 62nd Street & Support Ave. For schedule please
go to the following web site. http://www.hoodmwr.com/swim_pools.htm
Outdoor Pools:
*All outdoor pools are scheduled to be open 22 May until 23 Aug: 5 days a week Noon to 8 pm
29 Aug until 7 Sep: Weekends plus Labor Day
Beat the summer heat and jump into one of Ft. Hood's many outdoor recreational pools. The weather is hot and the
pools are not! So, enjoy a dip and cool off when you can! It's the perfect refresher for your body. Bring the entire
family along for a fun swim at the pool.
Comanche Pool
Open to All Phone: 254-287-7544
Bldg. 52932, Tank Destroyer
Wed-Sun 12-8 pm
Features: 50 meter pool, two diving boards—1-meter and 3-meter high with 4 foot shallow end and 13 foot deep end,
two water slides, lap lanes, lounge chairs and a wading pool.
Martin Pool
Open to All Phone: 254-287-5037
Bldg. 137, T.J. Mills Blvd. (Next to Fort Hood National Bank)
Fri– Tue 12-8 pm
Features: 50 meter pool, diving board, slides, lap lanes, picnic tables and lounge chairs.
West Fort Hood Pool
Closed
1CD Pool
Closed
42nd St. Pool
Closed
Patton Pool
Closed
Thomas Pool
Open to CYSS CDC only Phone: 254-287-8637
Bldg. 193, 17th Street (Behind PWC)
13 SC(E) Pool
Closed
FEEs:
Daily Fee: $2:00
Season Pass: $50.00
Family Pass:
F2-F3: $100.00
F4-F5: $150.00
F6 +: $200.00
Cash or check only @ below locations
Pool Passes may be purchased on-site at the pools or at one of the following convenient locations on post:
Leisure Travel Services (LTS),
WFH Travel Camp,
Sprocket Auto Crafts,
Recreation Equipment Checkout Center.
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Physical Fitness Centers If you are looking to get in shape or maintain an existing work-out program, Fort Hood Physical Fitness
Centers are your answer. These free facilities are the host to qualified staff and exceptional, state-of-the-art
exercise and total body equipment. Fort Hood Physical Fitness Centers will not only meet, but exceed your
expectations. Hours and equipment vary by facility. http://www.hoodmwr.com/abrams_fitness.htm
Abrams Physical Fitness Center (currently closed for renovations)
62nd Street & Support Avenue, Bldg 23001
Phone: 254-287- 2016
Burba Physical Fitness Center
19th & Old Ironsides Bldg 9301
Phone: 254-287-8298
Harvey Functional Fitness Center
73rd & Old Ironsides, Bldg 31006
Phone: 254-287-0195
West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center
Clark Rd, Bldg 90007
Phone: 254-553-2010
Kieschnick Physical Fitness Center
72nd & Support, Bldg 39008
Phone: 254-287-5493
Iron Horse Physical Fitness Center
(currently closed—operates as a SRP site)
77th & Old Ironsides, Bldg 37017
Phone: 254-287-4380
Starker Functional Fitness Center
16th & Old Ironsides, Bldg 87010
Phone: 254-287-9639
Applied Functional Fitness Center
33rd & Old Ironsides, Bldg 12018
Phone: 254-287-5586
Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center
58th & Old Ironsides, Bldg 24006
Phone: 254-287-0194
North Fort Hood Physical Fitness & Recreation Center
12th St, Bldg 56480
Phone: (254) 288-0111
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Recreational Activities - Fort Hood offers numerous recreational activities for all ages.
Apache Arts & Crafts
761st Tank Battalion and 62nd Street, Bldg 2337
Phone: 254-287-0343 / 254-532-2586
The Apache Arts & Crafts Center is a state-of-the-art facility for all your
artistic ambitions, be they fashioning a treasure box in the wood shop or
creating a ceramic masterpiece. They have something to suit everyone's
needs. No time to do it yourself? Let our craftsmen design and produce
your memento or gift for any occasion in our embroidery, silk screen,
plaque or multi-crafts.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday - Saturday 1000-1800
Wood Shop, Tues - Saturday 1000-2200
Closed Sunday, Monday and Holidays
Sprocket Auto Crafts
20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue, Bldg 9138
Phone: 254-287-2725
The Sprocket Auto Crafts center has 26 bays for the auto technician.
Patrons can do their own car work ranging from oil change and lube to
brake and tire work. Assistance and instruction is available for the less
experienced patron. The center is excellent for fixing flats, service of air
conditioners and use electronic diagnostic testing equipment to analyze
engine problems.
Hours:
Wednesday thru Friday 0900-2000
Saturday & Sunday 0900-1630
Phantom Warrior Lanes Bowling
Clear Creek Rd at Santa Fe Ave, Bldg 49010
Phone: 254-287-3424
The #1 state-of-the-art bowling facility in the Army, PWL has 48 lanes
and automatic scoring displayed on 42-inch flat screen monitors. PWL
is also equipped with automated pop-up bumpers to ensure the
youngest bowlers don't throw a gutter ball. Near the entrance of the
bowling center, two rooms are filled with the most up-to-date arcade
machines. They include virtual reality, racing, a variety of sports
games and much more. Try your hand at Fantasy Sports with the easy
to use online terminal. Strike Zone snack bar features breakfast
cooked-to-order and has a large menu selection.
Mon - Thurs, 0830-2400, Friday, 0830-0200. Saturday, 0900-0200. Sunday, 1000-2400.
Thanksgiving Day Closed
Christmas Eve 1200-1900 Christmas Day Closed
New Year’s Eve 1700-0130 New Year’s Day 1700-2400
July 4 Closed at 1600
For more information go to: http://www.hoodmwr.com/phantom_warrior_lanes.htm
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Community Events & Bingo Center
Clear Creek Road, Bldg 50012, behind AAFES gas station
Phone: 254-532-9253/9263
Bingo Hours of Operation:
 Tuesday - Saturday doors open at 1700, Bingo 1830-2100
 Sunday doors open at 1200, Bingo 0130-1600
Come on out to the Community Events & Bingo Center and play Bingo
six days a week. This smoke free facility, also offers several stations
to replenish your Bingo supplies.
Features:
Three progressive jackpots Tuesday thru Sunday!
 Cash prizes
 Over $3000 paid out daily
 One jackpot starts at $10,000, another at $3,000 and another starts with a percent of the first days play
 Special games offered throughout the year
 Progressive game numbers go up weekly
 Computer handsets available
 Monitors display the last ball called
 Private party and function rooms available
http://www.hoodmwr.com/cec_bingo.htm
Health Promotions Aerobics and Skating
Building 324, 37th Street – next to Shopette
Phone: 254-287-5623
Spend the day skating, book the party room or pop into one of the aerobics classes. Go
to the website for more information and schedules.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/wellness_center.htm
Lounges
Legends Pub
Bldg. 5764, 24th & Tank Destroyer Blvd.
Phone: 254-532-9324 after 1400. 254-287-5215 before 1400.
Hours: Thursday 1500-2000, Friday 1630-2100
Open to officers and their guests.
Legends Pub offers fellow officers' a place to relax and enjoy the camaraderie, with a full service bar.
Legends Pub also has pool tables, flat panel TVs, dart boards, patio, DJ and snacks on Friday.
Check out our new covered patio decks with outdoor televisions and ceiling fans! Room rental and
bar services are also available for unit functions and other contracted events through Club Hood.
Backbone NCO Lounge
Located inside Phantom Warrior Center, Bldg 194 - 37th Street
Phone: 254-532-1534/1560
Hours: Thursday 1500-2000, Friday 1630-2100
Open to Non-Commissioned Officers, Corporals or higher & their guests and the Civilian Community. The
Backbone NCO Lounge offers shuffle board, pool tables, popcorn and finger foods, and indoor/outdoor
TVs. DJ on Thursdays.
Check out our new covered patio decks with outdoor televisions and ceiling fans! Room rental and
bar services are also available for unit functions and other contracted events through Club Hood.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/lounges.htm
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Dining Club Hood Catering
24th Street & Wainwright Drive, bldg. 5764
Event Planning: 254-287-5215/8815
Business Office: 254-532-5073
Club Hood is for your next catered luncheon, unit training, meeting, hail & farewell, command function, unit
ball or wedding reception. Please go to the website for the most up to date information.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/club_hood.htm
Travel –
LTS - Leisure Travel Services –
Bldg. 136, 761st Tank Battalion, next to Military Clothing Sales
Phone: 254-287-7310 or 254-532-5292
Mon – Fri 1000-1800, Closed Sat, Sun and Federal holidays
LTS provides information on regional events and tickets for
entertainment, sports events, amusement parks, tourist Mecca's,
and popular cultural programs. Special interest tours are also offered for attractions throughout Texas and
the Southwestern region. Unit/group tours are available upon request. LTS also has Greyhound Bus tickets
available. http://www.hoodmwr.com/lts.htm
Museums 1st Cavalry Museum
Battalion Avenue & 58th Street
Phone: 254-287-3626
The 1st Cavalry Division is rich in history. Displays dating back to the Civil War are
available to be experienced by young and old alike. The museum consists of indoor
displays, outdoor displays and a gift shop.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri 0900-1600, Sat 1000-1600, Sun and Training Holidays 1200-1600
Gift Shop: Mon-Fri 0930-1600, Sat 1000-1600, Training Holidays 1200-1600, Sun Closed
3rd Cavalry Regiment Museum
Battalion Avenue & 27th Street
Phone: 254-288-3590 or 254-287-8811
The 3rd Cavalry Regiment is rich in history dating back to the Mid 1800s. The museum
consists of indoor displays, outdoor displays and a gift shop.
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Fri 0900-1600, Sat 1000-1600, Sun 1200-1600
Gift Shop: Mon-Thur 1200-1600
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Child, Youth and School Services
The mission of CYSS is to support readiness and well-being of Families by reducing the
conflict between military mission requirements and parental responsibilities. This is
accomplished through Nationally Accredited and Award winning Services and Programs.
Registration Parent Central Services
761st Tank Battalion Ave., Bldg 121 Rm 140
Hours of Operation: Monday- Friday 0730-1630
Wednesday 0730-1730 (Walk-ins welcome until 1630)
Registrations by appointment only on Friday
Phone: 254-287-8029
Fax: 254-287-5123
Annual Registration is FREE!
Child, Youth and School Services is a network of systems and
programs through which Fort Hood provides quality child and youth development options. These programs
reduce the conflict between parental responsibilities and unit mission requirements, support readiness and
contribute to the quality of life of Families. Parent Central Services is the first step to ensure you can take
advantage of all the services provided. http://www.hoodmwr.com/cys_registration.htm
Child Care
Fort Hood has three nationally accredited Child Development Centers as well as a
Family Child Care Program, School Age Services Program, Kids on Site (KOS),
Babysitter Referral and Volunteer Childcare in a Unit Setting (VCCUS).
http://www.hoodmwr.com/cys_childcare.htm
Youth Services
Fort Hood supports 3 youth centers for middle school and teen programs that include
age appropriate activities, events, projects and camps available for all age groups.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/cys_youthservices.htm
Youth Hired! Apprentice Program
A career path is knocking at your door and it's time for you to see what's out there.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/youthHIRED!/index.html
Youth Sports & Fitness
Bronco Youth Center & Skate Park
Tank Destroyer Blvd, between 27th and 31st Street, Bldg 6602
Phone: 254-288-3770 or 254-288-2214
Children ages kindergarten through 12th grade that are Family members of active
duty military, retirees, Department of Defense civilian employees and DoD
contractors. http://www.hoodmwr.com/cys_youthsports.htm
SKIESUnlimited Academy
Bldg 48303 Johnson Dr.
Phone: 254-285-6017
SKIESUnlimited Academy is the framework for all of Fort Hood Child, Youth and School
Services' instructional programs. It consists of classes designed to complement and
support the experiences of military children. http://www.hoodmwr.com/skiesunlimited.htm
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Child, Youth and School Services
Before/After Pre-K and Kindergarten Care, SY12-13
Kouma Child Development Center
Montague Child Development Center
Bldg 48303 Johnson Drive
254-285-6017
Kathy Christmas, CYSS Program Manager
Katherine.n.christmas.naf@mail.mil
Bldg 70004, Clement Drive
254-287-8835
Carolyn Gatlin, Facility Director
Carolyn.gatlin.civ@mial.mil
Clear Creek Child Development Center
Meadows Child Development Center
Bldg 41015 Clear Creek Road
254-553-9443
Hilsi Gomez, Facility Director
Hilsi.r.gomez.naf@mail.mil
Bldg 333 Tank Destroyer Boulevard
254-553-8353
Sadie Collins, Facility Director
Sadie.l.collins.naf@mail.mil
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Child, Youth and School Services
Before/After 1st-5th Grade Care, SY12-13
Full day programs are offered during school-out days, but all sites are closed on Federal Holidays.
Kouma School Age Care
Muskogee School Age Care
Bldg 48303 Johnson Drive
Phone: 254-285-6017
Hours: 0530-1800
Bldg 52943 Tank Destroyer Boulevard
Phone: 254-553-7706
Hours: 0530-1800
Venable School Age Care
Walker School Age Care
Bldg 60616, Venable Road
Phone: 254-616-5943
Hours: 0530-1800
Bldg 85018 Warrior Way
Phone: 254-287-7950
Hours: 0530-1800
Montague Youth Center
Bldg 70020 Clement Drive
Phone: 254-553-7662
Hours: Mon-Sat 1200-2000
Montague Youth Center sits adjacent to Montague Child Development Center on West
Fort Hood. The center, which officially opened July 11 is the fourth youth center on
Fort Hood and is for middle schoolers and teens.
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School Liaison Office (SLO)
Rivers Building, Bldg. 121, 761st Tank Destroyer Blvd.
Phone: 254-288-7946 or 254-553-3340
Fax: 254-287-7351
The School Liaison Officer works in conjunction with the Child, Youth and School
Services Division and the local school community to address educational issues involving military children.
Through partnering with the local and military community, the School Liaison Officer acts as a
communication link between the installation and the surrounding school districts. For more information,
contact your School Liaison Officer.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/school_liaison_office.htm
WIC - Women, Infants & Children
Bldg 289 Battalion Avenue
Fort Hood, Texas
Phone: 254- 532-8680
111 Santa Fe Plaza
Killeen , Texas
Phone: 254-526-2033
213 West Avenue D
Copperas Cove, Texas
254-547-9571
WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well, learn
about nutrition, and stay healthy. Nutrition
education and counseling, nutritious foods, and assistance
with access to health care are provided to low-income women, infants, and children through the Special
Supplemental Nutrition Program, popularly known as WIC.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/WIC.htm
Library Casey Memorial Library
72nd St. & 761st Tank Battalion Ave, Bldg. 3202
Circulation: 254-287-4921
Reference: 254-287-5202
Public Services: 254-287-2716
The Library offers books, computers, internet access, CDs, DVDs, videos, eBooks, language materials,
reference, story time, Periodicals and Newspapers, Electronic Databases, Study Areas, Tax Forms,
Microforms & Interlibrary Loans.
http://www.hoodmwr.com/casey_library.htm
Hours of Operation:
Monday thru Thursday 1000 - 2000
Friday 1000 - 1800
Saturday 1000 - 1800
Sunday 1200 -2000
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Health Services on Fort Hood Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (CRDAMC) The Fort Hood facility was re-designated a medical center in May 2006.
There are nearly 155,000 eligible beneficiaries in the communities
surrounding Fort Hood. “Team Darnall” as the Medical Center staff is called,
consists of 2,500 Soldiers, Department of the Army civilians, contractors, and
volunteers. On an average day, CRDAMC staff members fill 5,000
prescriptions, conduct 3,867 outpatient visits, perform 26 surgeries, deliver
seven newborns, treat 170 patients in the emergency room, and admit 31
new patients to the facility. www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil
TRICARE For TRICARE Services please call 1-800-444-5445
visit the website at www.tricare.mil
Robertson Blood Center The CRDAMC operates Robertson Blood Center (RBC) located at Bldg. 2250,
761st Tank Battalion Avenue. The RBC collects, tests, and distributes blood
in support of global medical readiness during peacetime and combat
operations for Soldiers, Family members and retirees. It is one of the largest
donor centers in the Department of Defense. The telephone number is
254-285-5808
Emergency Services The CRDAMC’s Emergency Department provides services 24-hours daily and is staffed by board certified
emergency physicians, as well as residents who are part of the hospital’s nationally recognized Emergency
Medicine Residency Program. Patients using CRDAMC’s emergency center for non-emergency health
issues are cared for according to a triage system that prioritizes severe medical problems.
Patient Services The Clinical Operations Division (COD) is responsible for policies and operations for all outpatient medical
services. The Patient Representative Office, Information Desk, 288-8000, and the Patient Appointment
Service are three major support services operating under the COD. The Patient Representative Office is
open each business day and includes a CRDAMC representative and personnel from the 1st Cavalry
Division, and the 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary). They are available from 0730-1630, Monday
through Friday, to assist with concerns, complaints or compliments. The representatives can be reached at
254-288-8156.
Clinic Appointments Patient Appointment Service (PAS) has one central number, 254-288-8888. The PAS is open Monday
through Friday, 0700-1600. The Weekend Acute Care Clinic is a walk-in clinic from 0800-1000 and 13001500. The Pediatric Clinic on weekends and holidays will book its own appointments. Call 254-288-7700.
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Fisher House Phone: 254-286-7927 Manager on duty Mon-Fri 0730-1630
Adjacent to Carl R Darnall Medical Center
Fisher House provides a home away from home for Families of
patients at Carl R. Darnall Medical Center. The Fisher House gives
Families a clean, safe, low-cost place to stay while tending to and
supporting their loved one. Active duty, retirees and veterans who are
CRDAMC patients, as well as their Family members and significant
others are welcome to stay at Fisher House.
Fisher House is run by donations and some Combined Federal
Campaign dollars, but has none of its own funding. Donations of food,
supplies and funding are accepted at any time. The home features a
fully stocked kitchen, laundry room, large dining and living room, vast
array of books, DVDs, spiritual reading materials, computers, and
other amenities to offer a home-like environment to the Families who
stay there. http://www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/default.asp?page=fisher
Dental Service The DENTAC provides complete dental care to active-duty service members. Five modern dental clinics
are near major units. Emergency dental care is provided through Darnall Medical Center’s emergency
room. Family members may enroll in TRICARE/MetLife. Dental clinics on Fort Hood serve only service
members. Family members must select a local dentist.
https://employeedental.metlife.com/dental/public/EmpEntry.do
Veterinary Treatment Facility Building 4909 on Engineer Drive just west of 80th Street
Phone: 254-287-6719 or 254-287-2823
The Fort Hood Veterinary Treatment Facility (VTF) provides high
quality, economical, medical care to animals in order to protect public
health. We also provide zoonotic disease prevention to the Fort Hood
military community. Our goal is to provide expedient, friendly, and
readily accessible veterinary services to authorized military
beneficiaries.
Walk-In Clinics
Walk-in clinics are held on every Tuesday from 0800-1100 and 13001600 for routine vaccinations and micro-chipping.
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Wednesday: 0800 to 1800
Thursday: 0830 to 1600
Friday: 0800 to 1500.
The VTF is closed on weekends, holidays, training holidays and the afternoon of the last business day of
each month.
Preventive Medicine – Environmental Health
Phone: 254-288-1056
FAX: 254-288-9080
Building 76022, West Fort Hood
(Corner of Clement and Crockett Street)
Environmental Health offers a wide variety of free food safety training. The level of training required
depends on the type of food you are preparing and the type of operation. Applications for Permission to
Operate a Temporary Food Establishment are also obtained and approved through this office.
http://www.crdamc.amedd.army.mil/newSite/prev-med/enviro-hel.aspx
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Banking Fort Hood National Bank
Phone: 254-532-3000 or 1-800-477-9801
Branches located throughout Fort Hood
For more than 45 years, Fort Hood National Bank (FHNB) has stood apart
as a leader in military banking. FHNB continues to be recognized by many
around the world as the premier provider of banking services to the
military community. They understand the banking needs of our service
men and women and their Families, and are proud to be your military
Bank. Recognized as an eight-time recipient of the Department of
Defense's Military Bank of the Year award, FHNB is committed to serving
those who serve.
Over the years, FHNB has continued the tradition of providing support to
the Fort Hood community. Taking care of our Soldiers and their Families is
a high priority and they take great satisfaction in supporting the loyal and
dedicated men and women of the Armed Forces. http://www.fhnb.com/en/
Pentagon Federal Credit Union –
761 Tank Battalion Ave & 37th St
Building 322
Phone: 1-800-247-5625
Pentagon Federal Credit Union serves over 1,106,906 members in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard,
Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, defense-related companies, and the Veterans
of Foreign Wars. They were federally chartered in 1935 and serve our members worldwide. Pentagon
Federal Credit Union is one of the strongest and safest financial institutions with more than $14 Billion in
assets. They offer mortgages, credit cards, automobile loans, personal loans, checking, money market
savings, and other accounts. The majority of the members enjoy worldwide service by Internet, seven days
a week, 24 hours a day. Service by telephone is also available. They also have branch locations in the
Washington, D.C. area, Hawaii, New York, and North Carolina, as well as overseas.
https://www.penfed.org/index.asp
U.S. Post Office Bldg 332
Hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700, Sat 0830-1300
Phone: 254-287-2728
USO 50th St, Bldg 1871
A full service facility where Soldiers can enjoy multi-media entertainment,
big-screen televisions, refreshments, and historical displays.
Hours: Mon-Fri 1000-2000, Weekends and Holidays 1200-1800
Phone: 254-768-2771
Fort Hood American Red Cross –
Bldg. 288, Battalion Avenue
Phone: 254-287-0400 or toll free 24/7: 1-877-272-7337
Hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1600
Provides emergency communications between Families and military personnel regarding deaths, serious
illnesses, breakdowns in childcare, birth announcements, or other urgent (emergency in nature) personal or
Family problems.
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Thrift Shop Accepts donations and consignment items. Also, offers fundraising
opportunities for Family Readiness Groups.
Bldg. 50003
Phone: 254-532-2948
Hours: Mon-Thur 0900-1500; Wed 0900-1600; 1st & 3rd Sat. 0900-1400
Santa’s Workshop –
Bldg. 50001
Santa’s Workshop provides toys to Soldiers’ Families experiencing financial
hardships during the Christmas holiday season, and accepts donations
throughout the year.
Phone: 254-287-TOYS
Tax CenterProvides free tax assistance to active duty military members, Family members and retirees by appointment
and on a walk-in basis. Tax questions may be called in to 288-7995 or 287-3294. Normal business hours
through 21 April. Mon, Wed, Thu, & Fri, 0930-1700, Tues 0930-1900, Sat 1000-1500
Bldg. 13
Phone: 254-288-7995
Education Soldier Development Center –
Houses 3 separate agencies – Education Office provides education
counseling, tuition assistance, and troop school; NCO Academy is the home
of the Warrior Leader Course; and the Battle Command Training Center.
Bldg. 33009
Hours: Mon-Fri 0730-1645
Phone: 254-287-4824
Central Texas College The Fort Hood Campus offers five 8-week terms throughout the year. Most courses are taught after duty
hours, at lunchtime, or on the weekends. The courses are available to active duty, retired military, and
civilians. To view course schedules, visit the website at www.ctcd.edu/
schedbul.htm.
For more information about the Fort Hood programs, please contact Student
Services.
Student Services: 254-526-1917
Registration/Records Office: 254-526-1906
Chaplain Corps Fort Hood is known as "The Great Place" for many reasons, not the least of which is its
fantastic community of faith. http://www.hood.army.mil/chaplain/
Chaplain Crisis Hotline 254-287-CHAP(2427) 24/7/365
On Call Catholic Chaplain 254-702-8353
Please use these numbers only for emergencies.
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Religious Services The Fort Hood area has a diverse population with diverse spiritual needs. These needs are reflected in the
wide variety of religious services offered in the community. For more information on the services offered on
Fort Hood please go to the following web site. http://www.hood.army.mil/chaplain/
Partner Ministries Protestant Women of the Chapel All women are invited! Join us:
WHEN: Tuesday 0900-1100 and Thursday 0830-2030
(Free childcare for ages 5 & under. Must be registered w/CYSS.)
WHAT: Praise & Worship, Bible Studies, Fellowship and Special Programs.
Supervised room for Home School.
WHERE: Comanche Chapel
Good place to come for fun, learning & fellowship.
For more information, email at publicity@fthoodpwoc.org
Military Council of Catholic Women The Fort Hood Military Council of Catholic Women is dedicated to bringing women of
the community closer to the Church and Christ through prayer, fellowship, bible and
book studies, ministering to the needs of the Fort Hood community and supporting
parish programs. MCCW holds weekly meetings, beginning with the Rosary, every
Tuesday from 0900-1100 at the Comanche Chapel. All women of the community are invited to join them.
Free childcare is provided for children 5 and under. Additionally, they meet Thursday evenings from 18302030 at Comanche Chapel. For further information send an email to gr8BSKT@aol.com.
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Family Ministries Spirit of Fort Hood, Warrior and Family Chapel Campus The new Spirit of Fort Hood, Warrior and Family Chapel
Campus, located at 31st Street and Tank Destroyer
Boulevard, offers installation congregations more room for
worship, fellowship and religious education programs.
The Religious Education Facility and the Worship Center make up half of the new campus. Two more
buildings, the Chaplain’s Family Life Training Center and a multi-purpose activity center are slated to be
finished in the next 15 months.
The Family Life Chaplain Training Center 31st Street and Tank Destroyer, Bldg 328
Phone: 254-288-1913/254-553-9137
The Family Life Chaplain Training Center is a full-time family ministry and training center that is staffed with
specially-trained chaplains and civilian interns to provide pastoral counseling to families with an emphasis
on marriage and family issues. The training and counseling provided is professional, 100% confidential,
and distinctively pastoral.
Key Programs
 Pastoral counseling to Soldiers, married couples and military families
 Training for chaplains and other Fort Hood professionals in pastoral counseling skills
 Pastoral co-counseling and counseling supervision to chaplains
 Family Ministry Programming in areas of critical need and special programs by request
 For inquiries into any of these programs please contact us
Marriage 101: 1st Wednesday of the month, 0900-1530
This program provides committed couples specific communication skills and strategies to help them
understand one another and strengthen or rekindle their friendship. Completion of this course is required to
use a Fort Hood chapel for weddings.
Children-in-the-Middle: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 0900-1300
A four (4) hour program that teaches divorced or separating parents how to help their children cope with
divorce. This course, or one like it, is mandatory for all those pursuing divorce in the State of Texas.
Counseling: The FLCTC provides individual, couple, married, and family counseling to the Fort Hood
community. We are a training center focused on providing the best possible, most up to date, and
professional care in a confidential and safe environment.
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Army Community Service Directory
Donna Morrisey
Army Community Service
Director/Division Chief
618-7891
Mark Francis
USAG SHARP
Sexual Harassment Assault Response Program
553-0904 288-4931
Marie DeCindio
Community Information Services
Plans & Operations Specialist
287-2214
Billy Floyd
Advocacy & Prevention Branch
286-6775
Branch Manager
Child & Spouse Abuse 24/7 Hotline
Family Advocacy Victim Advocacy Program
New Parent Support Program
Prevention Education & Training
Victim Services/Sexual Assault Crisis Line
287-CARE
287-3583
287-2964
287-8989
702-4953
James Elzie
Employment Readiness Branch
Branch Manager
287-6067
Karen Bradshaw
Financial Readiness Branch
Branch Manager
Army Emergency Relief
Consumer Affairs Office
Personal Financial Counselors
287-8500
Joan Boykin
Exceptional Family Member Program
Branch Manager
286-6584
Shirley Quick
Relocation Readiness Branch
Branch Manager
Lending Closet
286-6780
Kent Brickman
Soldier & Family Assistance Center
Branch Manager
287-9593
Dave Gretsch
Soldier & Family Readiness Branch
Branch Manager
Army Volunteer Corps
Army Family Action Plan
Army Family Team Building
Mobilization & Deployment
Military Family Life Counselors
Oveta Culp Hobby Readiness Center
287-0348
Survivor Outreach Services
Branch Manager
553-2464
Vacant
288-6330
287-CITY
553-4701
287-4471
287-8657
287-2327
286-6600
288-5155
553-4705
287-9274
Child, Youth & School Services (CYSS) - School Liaison Officer Services
Sheila Curtis
Child, Youth & School Services
Division Chief
288-3039
Peggy Stamper
Parent & Outreach Services (P&OS) Branch
P&OS Administrator
288-0290
Antionette Parker
School Liaison Officer
Copperas Cove Independent School District (CCISD)
Gatesville Independent School District (GISD)
Florence Independent School District (FISD)
Lampasas Independent School District (LISD)
553-3340
Christine Hall
School Liaison Officer
Temple Independent School District (TISD)
Belton Independent School District (BISD)
Salado Independent School District (SISD)
288-7946
Lisa Perry-Smith
School Liaison Officer
Killeen Independent School District (KISD)
553-3341
Created by
Army Community Service
Soldier & Family Readiness Branch
254-288-3566
http://hoodmwr.com/acs
Updated 29Jun15