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Fort Hood Morale, Welfare and Recreation

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As a special service to you, each month the Hood Happenings magazine will be delivered with your Sentinel newspaper, for those living on post.

Now - Java Café

  • Ever desire a Starbucks coffee, but you didn’t want to leave post? Well now is your opportunity to quench your Starbucks fix at the Java Café kiosk
  • Java Café also services sweet treats and chilled refreshments
  • Hours of operations, 7 am – 2 pm
  • For more information, call 287-2129
  • Java Café, located in the Rivers Building Parking Lot, on the corner of Hood Road and 761st Tank Battalion

Now – New Hours of Operations Sprocket Auto Crafts

  • Basic vehicle maintenance class the second Sat. of each month, $8 fee
  • Wed. – Fri., 9 am – 8 pm, Sat. – Sun., 9 am – 4:30 pm
  • Participants must be authorized MWR users
  • Call 287-2725 for more information
  • Sprocket Auto Crafts, Bldg 9138, is located at 20th Street and Old Ironsides Avenue

Now – SkiesUnlimited Academy needs instructors

  • Spanish, sign language, drama, First Aid and CPR Certification, dance, water safety and guitar instructors needed
  • Paid positions
  • Instructors must be at least 18 years old
  • Send resume to Suzanne.wolf@conus.army.mil, or call 287-4592 for more information
  • For more information on BLORA’s Paintball Program, call 254-287-2523/8303

Now – Volunteer To Be a Youth Sports Coach

  • Child and Youth Sports is looking for coaches for co-ed youth sports
  • Teams are Kindergarten – ninth grade
  • Coaches must be authorized MWR users
  • For additional information, call 288-3770 or stop by the Youth Sports Office located in Bronco Youth Center, Bldg 6602

Now – Fort Hood Physical Fitness Centers Operational Hours

  • Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 23001 62nd Street & Support Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm; Sat & Sun, 8 am – 5 pm
    • Training Holidays, 11am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July and New Year’s Day
  • Burba Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 9301
    • 19th Street & Old Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm; Sat & Sun 8 am – 5 pm
    • Training Holidays, 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July and New Year’s Day
  • Harvey Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 31006
    • 73rd Street & Old Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm; Sat & Sun 8 am -5 pm
    • Training Holiday, 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July and New Year’s Day
  • West Fort Hood Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 91068
    • Clark Road
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm; Sat & Sun, 8 am -5 pm
    • Training Holiday 11 am -7 pm
    • Closed: Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July and New Year’s Day
  • 13th SC(E) Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 39008
    • 72nd Street & Support Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am- 9 pm; Sat & Sun 8 am – 5 pm
    • Training Holiday 1100-1900
    • Closed: Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July and New Year’s Day
  • Iron Horse Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 37017
    • 77th Street & Old Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm
    • Sat & Sun closed
    • Training Holiday, 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Federal Holidays
  • Starker Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 87010
    • 16th Street & Old Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm
    • Sat & Sun closed
    • Training Holiday 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Federal Holidays
  • Raider Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 12018
    • 33rd Street & Old Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm
    • Sat & Sun closed
    • Training Holiday 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Federal Holidays
  • Grey Wolf Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 24006
    • 58th Street & OId Ironsides Avenue
    • Mon-Fri, 5 am – 9 pm
    • Sat & Sun closed
    • Training Holidays, 11 am – 7 pm
    • Closed: Federal Holidays

SKIESUnlimited 2007/08 Ballet Classes

  • Baby Ballet I - Tuesdays, 3 pm – 3:50 pm, 3 year olds, $30 per month; ballet attire: any type or color of leotard, tights and ballet shoes.
  • Baby Ballet II - Wednesdays, 3 pm – 4 pm, 3 - 4 year olds, $30 per month; ballet attire: any type or color of leotard, tights and ballet shoes
  • PreBallet I - Tuesdays, 3:50 pm – 4:50 pm, 4 - 5 year olds, $30 per month; ballet attire: solid pink or black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes.
  • PreBallet II - Wednesdays and Fridays, 4 pm – 5 pm, 4 - 5 year olds, $60 per month; ballet attire: solid pink or black leotard, pink tights and pink ballet shoes
  • Ballet I - Wednesdays and Fridays, 5 pm – 6 pm, 6 - 18 year olds, $60 per month; ballet attire: black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes and no skirts.
  • Ballet II - Wednesdays and Fridays, 6 pm – 7 pm, 7 – 18 year olds, $60.00 per month; ballet attire: black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes and no skirts
  • Classes held at Bronco Youth Center, Bldg 6602, Tank Destroyer Blvd.
  • For more information, call 287-4592
  • Dancers must be enrolled in Child & Youth Services
  • To register with CYS and for dance classes, visit CERO, in the Copeland Building, Bldg 18010 Hood Road and Battalion Avenue, Room 209B.
  • CYS is open to active duty and active duty reservist Family members, Department of Defense, appropriated and non-appropriated fund employees and contractors. Retirees are eligible on a space available basis.
  • CYS registration fee waived for Families of Deployed Soldiers & Warriors in Transition and Families of Deployed DACs.

Now – 3 July – Arts & Crafts Vendors

  • Rent a booth for Freedom Fest, 4 July
  • Excellent fundraising opportunity
  • More than 40,000 people expected to attend
  • $100 for 10’ X 10’ booth
  • Contact Barbara Newberry at Barbara.newberry@conus.army.mil or 532-2586.

Now - September 28 – Belton Lake Waterfront Facilities Open

  • Waterfront facilities, to include: Sierra Beach, the Waterslide, paddleboat dock and Kid’s Auto Wash Unit now open
  • Facilities’ hours of operations are: Wed – Sun and holidays, 10 am – 8 pm
  • All activities are closed on Monday and Tuesday
  • All activities are dependent on the availability of lifeguards
  • Water activities are open to the public
  • For additional information, call 287-2523

Jun – Sep – Post Deployment Program - Battlemind II Training for Couples

  • Provided by a combined effort from the offices of the Department of Social Work Service and Army Community Service, Mobilization and Deployment Program
  • Training is best suited for couples who have recently completed a deployment within the last three to six months
  • Training teaches couples effective problem solving tactics and communication techniques
  • The following is scheduled training classes:
    • Jun 25, 6 pm – 8:30 pm
    • July 30, 6 pm – 8:30 pm
    • Aug 20, 6 pm – 8:30 pm
    • Sep 24, 6 pm – 8:30 pm
  • Funded childcare is available for pre-registered students Call 288-5155/5156 to pre-register.
  • Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier and Readiness Center, Bldg 18000, is located on the corner of Battalion Avenue and 50th Street

Now – Sep 3 Outdoor Swimming Pool Schedule
The following pools will be open.
Pools are free; participants must show a valid ID cardhold.

  • Martin Pool:
    • Bldg 137, Hood Road (Fort Hood National Bank)
    • Fri – Tue, noon – 8 pm
    • Diving Board, Slides, Shade Tops, Picnic tables & Lounge chairs available on site.
    • 287-5073
  • Thomas Pool:
    • Bldg 193, 37th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard
    • Thurs – Mon, noon – 8 pm
    • Diving Board, Shade Top, Picnic Tables & Lounge Chairs available on site
    • 287-8673
  • West Ft Hood Pool:
    • Bldg 91070, Hood Road (next to Fort Hood National Bank)
    • Thurs – Mon, noon – 8 pm
    • Slides, Shade Top, Picnic Tables & Lounge Chairs available on site.
    • 288-9838
  • Patton Pool:
    • Bldg 5774, 24th Street & Tank Destroyer (formerly the FHOC pool)
    • Wed – Sun, noon – 8 pm
    • Wading Pool, Diving Boards, Slides, Shade Tops, Picnic Tables & Lounge Chairs available on site.
    • 285-5837
  • Comanche Pool:
    • Bldg 52932, Tank Destroyer (Next to Comanche Youth Center)
    • Wed – Sun, noon – 8 pm
    • Wading Pool, Diving Well, Slides, Shade Tops, Picnic Tables & Lounge Chairs available on site.
    • 287-7544
  • Call the aquatics department for updated details on the outdoor pool operations: 287-9430

June 27 – CG’s Warrior Pay Day Scramble

  • Open to Active Duty & Department of the Army Civilians (in leave status) golfers
  • Format: four -person scramble, featuring fun hole challenges each month
  • Register early or day of event, registration runs from 10:30 am – 11:45 am, with competition beginning at noon
  • Golfers on each team, must all be from the same brigade/battalion, with the exception of one invited guest
  • First 36 teams registered will play
  • $30/person includes your greens & cart fees & prizes. Optional mulligan’s, three for $5
  • For more info or to sign-up, call 287-4130 or stop in at the golf course
  • The Courses of Clear Creek, located on Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road

July 4 – Freedom Fest – Fort Hood’s 4th of July Celebration

  • Celebrate the 4th of July with a bang at this year’s Freedom Fest!
  • Event kicks-off at 1 pm
  • Enjoy a day of fun-filled activities, to include: demos by Pro Riders – skateboarders,; 21 Gun Salute; Miniature Stock Car Racing; 1st CAV horse detachment show; working dog demos; climbing wall; mechanical bull; HEB grocery cart races; western show; concessions; family activities; arts & crafts vendors; military salute to the nation and much more
  • Fireworks will light up the sky at 9:30 – 10 pm
  • Open to the public
  • Prohibited items: explosive weapons, firearms, knives, clubs, brass knuckles, glass containers (except baby bottles), pets, alcohol and fireworks
  • Permitted items: strollers, small coolers (for baby formula), camelbacks (will be searched), umbrellas, blankets, lawn chairs and small wagons
  • Hood Stadium, located on Railhead Drive, near the main gate
  • For a complete list of on and off post bus stops/schedules and additional event information, visit www.hoodmwr.com or call 287-0337

July 5 – Youth Fishing Derby

  • Kids reel in the big one!
  • Fish in three age categories: 3-6, 7-11 & 12-16
  • Prizes for the largest fish in each age category, in first, second and third place
  • Free to participate
  • Derbies run 7–10 a.m.
  • Call BLORA for additional information, 287-5526/6073
  • Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road, approximately 10 miles from East Range Road. Access to the park is also possible from FM 439 & Sparta Road

July 5 – 6 – BLORA Freedom Ranch Trail Ride

  • Hit the trails blazing!
  • Enjoy the guided Freedom Horse Trail Ride at Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
  • $80 includes horse and riding equipment; $35 if you bring your own horse
  • Ride departs at 7 am on Saturday and 10 am on Sunday
  • Fees includes continental breakfast and BBQ dinner on Saturday, camping fees and trail boss
  • Open to the public
  • Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area is located on North Nolan Road, approximately 10 miles from East Range Road. Access to the park is also possible from FM 439 & Sparta Road
  • To make reservations, call 287-2523

July 11 – 12 – 2008 U.S. Army Soldier Show

  • 90- minute Broadway-style variety show, featuring all Soldier talent
  • Music performances span all genres of music
  • Entertainment for the Soldier, by the Soldier
  • Free, seating is first come, first serve
  • Abrams Physical Fitness Center
  • Show times are 7 pm, 11 July; 2 pm & 7 pm, 12 July
  • For additional information, call 286-5342
  • Abrams Physical Fitness, Bldg 23001, is located on 62nd Street and Support Avenue

July 12 – Three - Person Scramble

  • Open to Active Duty & Department of the Army Civilians (in leave status) golfers
  • Format: three -person scramble
  • Register early or day of event, registration runs from 7 am – 7:45 am, with competition beginning at 8 am
  • $15/person includes your greens & cart fees & lunch. Optional mulligan’s, three for $5
  • For more info or to sign-up, call 287-4130 or stop in at the golf course
  • The Courses of Clear Creek, located on Battalion Avenue west of Clear Creek Road

July 15 – August 7 - Killeen Independent School District Registration

  • Parents of new and transferring students may register their child for Killeen Independent School District, July 15 – August 7
  • Registration will be held 8 am – 6:30 pm at Manor Middle School
  • Participants must have proof of residency - a current utility bill will provide this information
  • Parents may also register their child for Pre-K, classes will be offered as needed.  If a Pre-K class fills up KISD will also add new classes and teachers to meet the needs of the community
  • KISD will offer the following screenings and assessments: TAG, ESL, Pre-AP/AP, Special-Ed., IEP reviews
  • For more information, call 501-1718 or log on to the Web site www.killeenisd.org

July 19 - 20 – Combatives Tournament, Fort Hood Qualifier

  • Participate in the Combatives Tournament
  • 19 – 20 July
  • Weigh-in, 18 July
  • Male and female competitors
  • Weight classes – flyweight, lightweight, welterweight, cruiserweight, light heavyweight, and heavy weight
  • Free to participate
  • Abrams Physical Fitness Center, Bldg 23001, 62nd Street and Support Avenue
  • For more information, call 449-5364 or 371-7076

July 28 – August 15 – Fall Youth Sports: Soccer, Cheerleading & Flag Football Registration

  • Parents sign your youth up for Fall sports
  • The cost is $35 for the first child and $31.50 for additional children
  • Youth in Kindergarten – ninth grade, may participate in Cheerleading and Soccer
  • Youth in second – ninth grade, may participate in Flag Football
  • To register your child, stop by the Youth Sports and Fitness Office located at Bronco Youth Center or call 288-3770
  • Bronco Youth Center, Bldg 6602, is located on Tank Destroyer Boulevard near 27th Street

July 24 – Free VIN Etching at Sprocket Auto Craft Center

  • Stop by Sprocket Auto Craft Center and receive VIN etching on your vehicle
  • VIN etching is a great way to save your vehicle in the event of a theft
  • The event is held by the Heart of Texas Auto Theft Task Force and Fort Hood Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation
  • 9 am – 3 pm
  • Free and open to the public
  • For more information, call 512-854-9735
  • Sprocket Auto Craft Center, Bldg 9138, is located on 20th Street and Old Ironsides Road

Legend’s Pub

  • Officers’ and guests bar, no membership required
  • Open Tuesday through Friday, 4 pm to close
  • Fridays - food, DJ & karaoke, no cover charge
  • Located at 24th Street and Tank Destroyer Boulevard, next to the Fort Hood Catering and Conference Center

Patton’s Inn

  • Doors open at 4:30 pm
  • Open to all, Wednesday – Friday
  • No cover charge, free pool
  • Bldg 9212, Old Ironsides Avenue at 20th Street
  • To book your next party at Patton’s Inn, call 287-5215

Equipment Checkout Center

  • ECOC is your source for outdoor and party rental equipment.
  • Reserve fall and upcoming holiday party rental items now
  • Hours of operation – Mon – Sat , April – Oct, 10 am to 5 pm and Sun (turn in only) 11 am – 2:30 pm by appointment; Nov – March, Mon – Sat, 11 – 4 & Sun turn in 11 – 2:30 pm
  • Call 287-1853 or 287-4126 for more information. Located in Bldg 4930, on Clear Creek Road

Phantom Warrior Lanes

  • Party packages available; you bring the cake and ice cream
    • House Birthday Party - $7.25 per child
    • Bowling Birthday Party - $85 (party of 10)
  • Call 287-3424 for more details about these birthday party packages
  • MPOG, multi-player online game system now available
  • High-speed wireless internet available
  • Located at Clear Creek Rd and Santa Fe, Bldg 49010

Apache Arts & Crafts Center

  • Pottery classes every Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri; 11 am – 12:30 pm or 12:30 – 2 pm, $25 + clay
  • Basic Framing classes every Fri and 1st & 3rd Sat; 1 – 5 pm; $99 + supplies
  • Advanced framing, by appointment; $49 + supplies
  • Scrapbooking, every 1st and 3rd Sat; 11 am-4 pm; $25
  • Ceramics, Thu; 5-7 pm and Sat noon – 2 pm; $49 + supplies
  • Ceramic painting, 3rd Sat, 11 am – 1 pm; $49
  • Kiln fired glass, 1st & 4th Sat, 11 am – 1 pm; $49
  • Wood shop, Sat; noon – 2 pm; $49
  • Sewing, every 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat, 4 – 7 pm; $99
  • Glass etching, every Fri, 5 – 7 pm; $29
  • Stain glass, every Wed, 4 – 7 pm; $29
  • Jewelry, precious metal clay, 2nd & 4th Fri, 5 – 7 pm; $99
  • Jewelry, basic class, 1st & 3rd Fri, 5 – 7 pm; $49
  • Jewelry, fashion, Sat, noon – 4 pm; $49
  • Bldg 2337, 761 Tank Battalion Avenue
  • For more information about these classes and more, call 287-0343

Information, Ticketing and Registration

  • The Army MWR web site can save you money on worldwide travel! Before you book your next trip, visit http://www.armymwr.com/portal/travel/lodging/patronlinks/sav.asp to find information on 7-day resort vacations all over the world for only $299. When booking, make sure you use Fort Hood's Information, Ticketing and Registration identification number: 173. For more information about this site and any of the services that ITR offers, call 287-7310.
  • The Military Ticket Voucher program also offers savings at various hotels. Visit ITR to make your reservations.
  • For additional information call ITR at 287-7310
  • Bldg 136, 761st Tank Battalion Avenue, next to Military Clothing Sales
  • Check out our ticket prices, available at www.hoodmwr.com/itr

MWR Health Promotions Aerobics & Skating

  • Aerobics Mon – Thu at 5:30 pm and Sat 9 am; sessions include step aerobics, hi/lo cardio kickboxing, strength training/toning & instructor’s choice; $25/mo or $3/class
  • Skating -
    • Fri, 5 – 7 pm; skate class
    • Fri, 7 – midnight; top 40
    • Sat, 1 – 5 pm; matinee
    • Sat, 7 – 10 pm, teen night; 10 pm – midnight, dance
    • Skating $5/session
  • Rentals – center $200 nightly, 7 – 10 pm and Sun 1 – 4 pm; party room $25
  • Pro Shop
    • Watch for special events
  • Call 287-5623
  • Located on 37th Street, Bldg 324

NIK – “Now I Know”

  • Great way to find out about MWR events, activities & giveaways
  • Exclusive email announcements
  • Free & easy to become a member
  • Visit www.hoodmwr.com & click on the NIK icon

Where Can Kids Go? - School-Age Services has a Fun Solution

  • Open to kids K – 5th grades
  • Before Care, After Care and Before/After Care
  • Full-day programs when school is out (except Federal Holidays)
  • Winter, spring & summer camps
  • Occasional care
  • Open Recreation – Sports, fitness & health, arts, recreation & leisure, life skills, citizenship, leadership & mentoring, education & support services
  • Specialty Programs – Project Learn, Character Counts, 4-H Creative Creations, Triple Play, Better Living for Texans and Kids in the Kitchen
  • All sites accredited by the National AfterSchool Association. Clarke/Oveta Culp Hobby, Clear Creek, Duncan, Montague, Venable Village & Walker-Meadows
  • All children must be registered with CYS. To register, call the Central Enrollment Registry Office at 287-8029, for an appointment or stop in their office, located in the Copeland Center, Bldg 18010, Hood Rd and Battalion Avenue, room 209B
  • For more details about SAS, call 287-7950

Give Your Kids that Added Special Touch…Personalized Home Care

  • Flexible hours, personal attention (low child to adult ratio) & Family setting
  • Ages 4 weeks – 12 years old
  • Family Child Care Offers: Army certified homes on & off post; Background clearance & caregiver training; Independent contractors – set own hours & fees; Subsidy program for fee categories I & II; Full & part day care, before & after school, hourly care, extended hours & long term care available
  • All Children must be registered with CYS to use Family Child Care. To register, call the Central Enrollment Registry at 287-8029, for an appointment or stop in their office, located in the Copeland Center, Bldg 18010, Hood Rd and Battalion Ave, room 209B
  • Available to Military, Department of the Army Civilians & Contractor Staff Children plus, Retirees’ Children – on space availability
  • For more information or to enroll, call 287-5448

Benefits to Families of Deployed Soldiers

  • Free annual CYS registrations. (CYS)
  • Free annual Child and Youth Services registrations. (CYS)
  • Discount of 20 percent for full-day and part- day child care. (CYS)
  • Fun Friday Evening and Super Saturday Getaways. Kids have fun and the caretaking parent gets a break. (CYS)
  • Sixteen free hours of child care per child, per month during deployment. (CYS)
  • Emergency child care in the Child Development Home, for Families under extreme stress or for a spouse/parent hospitalization when there is not local child care support. (CYS)
  • Expanded hourly care slots and hours, 6 am – 6 pm, at Chaffee Child Development Center. (CYS)
  • Four free SKIESUnlimited Academy instructional classes, for up to eight weeks per class, per child/youth. (CYS)
  • Two free sports team registrations, per child/youth. (CYS)
  • Free, on-site care at the Oveta Culp Hobby Soldier & Family Readiness Center, while parent attends classes, meetings or visit with a Military Family Life Consultant. (CYS)
  • Free, on-site care during pre-deployment, separation and reunion briefings/trainings/events. (CYS)
  • Child care fees reduced/waived temporarily, for any family experiencing serious financial distress. (CYS)
  • On-site registration at Rear Detachment Town Halls, Unit and FRG meetings. (CYS)
  • Military Family Life Consultant program offers problem-solving counseling due to deployments. (ACS)
  • Care Team Training provides tools to volunteers who are willing to provide short term care and support to Families of deceased or critically injured Soldiers or Family members. Volunteers offer in-home assistance with meals, telephone and gift logs, cards and condolences, and emotional support. (ACS)
  • Coping with Separation Training offers insight into various techniques to dealing with deployment issues and feelings of isolation. (ACS)
  • Spouses of Deployed Soldiers and Waiting Families Support Group provides information, activities, and support in an atmosphere of concern and support to Family members of deployed Soldiers.  Meets monthly.  (ACS)
  • Deployment Budgeting teaches participants how to adjust their budget/spending plan, taking into account changes in income and expenses during deployment.  (ACS)
  • Reunion/Reintegration Training (RIT) provides Soldiers and Families information to deal with changes which occur during deployment in marital and child relationships.  (ACS Parent to Parent Helping Hands Support Group and Exceptional Family Member Support Group provides parents an opportunity to share common experiences and support for other Families with special needs Family members.  Deployments prove to be particularly challenging for stay behind parents. (ACS)
  • Family Readiness Group (FRG) Focus Forum offers both experienced and new leaders and volunteers the opportunity to meet and discuss issues, training, changes, and a wide variety of topics concerning the management of FRGs.  (ACS)
  • Pre-Deployment Briefings provide insight for the Soldier and Family member on the importance of planning and communication prior to deployment.  A checklist is provided that offers suggestions of areas to be addressed by Families preparing for the Soldier's departure.  (ACS)
  • Family Life Skills Workshop assists participants in recognizing the effects and causes of stress and introduces them to a wide array of stress management techniques.  Conducted 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.  Available to FRGs.  (ACS)
  • Family Readiness Group Basic Training offers nine blocks of instruction and targets military and civilian students; prepares and educates leaders and Family members on the positive aspects of Family Readiness Groups and how they enhance Family and Soldier mission functions.  (ACS)
  • Family Readiness Group Advanced Course designed for the experienced FRG leader and for the commander; focuses on skills development through interactive discussion and training.  (ACS)
  • Rear Detachment Operations Course-this four-day course offers 45 blocks of instruction to prepare the rear detachment staff for the challenges that arise during deployment. (ACS)
  • NETWORK Meets weekly and offers employment leads, job search training workshops, and career coaching to Family members, special emphasis is placed on support to Families of deployed Soldiers. (ACS)
  • ACS-2-You Outreach Seminar and Bus Tour is designed to help Families become familiar with the many services Fort Hood has to offer. Training targeted to Families facing the challenges of deployment. Six 30-minute workshops are offered: "Family Meals on a Budget"; "Job Assistance"; "Personal Readiness for Deployment"; "What are they saying? AFTB introduction"; "Money Matters" and "Child & Youth Services Registration". The one-hour windshield bus tour covers key facilities on the installation. (ACS)

Benefits to Families of Wounded or Deceased Soldiers

  • Volunteers on Unit Care Teams can receive free child care while they support Families facing crisis. (CYS)
  • Participants in the Wounded Warrior Support Group are offered free, on-site child care. (CYS)
  • Free annual CYS registration. (CYS)
  • Charged the lowest possible fees (Category 1) for children enrolled in regularly scheduled Child Development and School Age Services programs. (CYS)
  • Offered hourly care at half the normal fee. (CYS)
  • Two free sports team registrations, per child/youth. (CYS)
  • Four free SKIESUnlimited Academy instructional classes, for up to eight weeks per class, per child/youth. (CYS)
  • Four free hours monthly, Saturday Get Away: Kids have fun and caretaking parent gets a break. (CYS)
  • Up to 16 free hours of respite child care every month, for E1-E4. (CYS)
  • Access to emergency/respite child care 24/7 at the CYS Child Development Home or through a Certified Family Child Care (FCC) Provider.
  • Child care fees can be waived for any Family who has a financial need.
  • Military Family Life Consultant program offers problem-solving counseling due to deployments (ACS)
  • Care Team Training provides tools to volunteers who are willing to provide short term care and support to Families of deceased or critically injured Soldiers or Family members. Volunteers offer in-home assistance with meals, telephone and gift logs, cards and condolences and emotional support. (ACS)

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