American Red Cross Station at Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson serves many different missions throughout the base. The primary mission is to support the Armed Forces in the line of Emergency Communications by providing 24/7 emergency communication service to the military families whether they are stationed here or deployed.

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Gas, propane, snacks, drinks, magazines, limited frozen foods, balloons, flowers, toiletries, ice, ATM

Uniform services and alterations, clothing alterations

Reel Time Theater - also available for unit training and briefings

Fast Food

Tire mounts, tire repairs, balance and rotation, oil change, batteries, ATM

Snacks, drinks, balloons, magazines, baby gift sets, toiletries.

Main PX Food Court - And options are changing and improving all the time

Snacks, drinks, tactical gear, books, magazines, limited frozen foods, ice, ATM

To report suspected child abuse/neglect involving dependents children of active duty Soldiers and retiree , spouse/intimate partner abuse call the Fort Polk Family Advocacy Program 24/7.

DEPLOYMENT/MOBILIZATION READINESS (DMR) is designed to support active and reserve component Soldiers and their Families, providing guidance and assistance to Family Members in their volunteer leadership roles within the Family Readiness Group and support the command in maintaining an atmosphere of family well being. All activities promote self-development, self-reliance and resiliency during times of mobilization and deployment and foster teamwork in the Total Army.

Includes teaching and tutoring individuals to help build their reading skills./English-As-A-Second Language classes are taught on four levels. Anyone wanting to enter these classes should call for an appointment to be tested for class level evaluation. Each class meets twice a week for approximately 2 hours. The goal of this program is to teach foreign born individuals how to read, write, speak and understand English and the American culture.

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) provides comprehensive support to Family members with special needs. An Exceptional Family Member is a Family member with any physical, emotional, developmental, or intellectual disorder that requires special treatment, therapy, education, training, or counseling, and meets the eligibility criteria. EFMP pertains to active-duty Soldiers, US Army Reserve Soldiers in the Active Guard Reserve (AGR) Program, and Army National Guard AGR personnel serving under authority of 10 USC or 32 USC. Department of the Army Civilians do not enroll in the program. EFMP takes an all-inclusive approach to coordinating military and civilian community, educational, medical, housing, and personnel services to help Soldiers and their Families with special needs. Enrollment in EFMP includes a wide array of benefits, detailed in the EFMP Benefits Fact Sheet. EFMP enrollment does not adversely affect promotions, schools, or assignments. EFMP information is not made available to selection boards. Soldiers with Exceptional Family Members are required to register for EFMP and keep enrollment information current. That way, Family needs will be considered during the OCONUS assignments process. If you’re eligible for EFMP services, Family members must be screened and enrolled when they accompany authorized Soldiers on OCONUS assignments. Screenings include a medical records review for all Family members and developmental screening for all children 72 months and younger. (Special education needs are considered only in assignments outside the United States. Assignments within the US and its territories are not based on the educational needs of children.) For more information about EFMP and helpful articles about the program, look at the Enterprise EFMP site. After that, contact the installation EFMP manager at your local Army Community Service (ACS) office. To learn more about medical enrollment, see the Program Overview. EFMP Resources Here are some helpful resources for EFMP Families. (Government Links) Systems Navigators. Systems navigators are ACS EFMP staff members available on most Army installations. They assist EFMP Families with navigating through the available systems of care.​​​​ EFMP Newsletter. The Exceptional Advocate is the DoD’s EFMP newsletter, which includes helpful information and resources. Military OneSouce. Military OneSource’s EFMP & Me tool allows Families to explore the details of EFMP benefits and processes. DirectSTEP. DirectSTEP® eCourses are available for free to Soldiers and Family Members, Army EFMP staff, and Special Education staff associated with teaching military children. DirectSTEP® eCourses teach staff, parents, and educators how to handle critical education issues to obtain positive outcomes. Respite Care Support. The Army’s Respite Care Support services provide a temporary rest period for Family members responsible for regular care of persons with disabilities. Care may be provided in the EFM respite care user’s home. (Non-Government Links, No Endorsement Implied) Center for Parent Information and Resources (CPIR). CPIR serves as a central resource of information and products to the community of Parent Training Information (PTI) Centers and Community Parent Resource Centers, so they can focus their efforts on serving Families of children with disabilities. American Camp Association (ACA). The ACA is a community of camp professionals who join together to share their knowledge and experience and ensure the quality of camp programs, including those for Exceptional Family Members.

Financial planning classes are available to units, Family Readiness Groups or individuals. Home Buying and Insurance Eliminate your debt Advance Banking Increase your credit score Intermediate Financual Readiness Investing Car Buying and Insurance TSP/BRS/SBP Generational Wealth and Estate Planning Student Loans Goals, Budgeting, and Taxes Federal Taxes https://polk.armymwr.com/application/files/3516/7812/2099/Slide1.JPG

A wide variety of help for the Family Member wishing to become an American citizen. Get help navigating the system from those who have gone before you

Provides information to Soldiers and their Family Members, regarding military and civilian resources available to address a wide range of client requests, using resource files, A Military One Source and other reference materials.

Borrowing from the Lending Locker is quick and easy. You must bring a copy of your orders and your ID card with you. Items can be borrowed for 30 days. For a list of items available for use please visit the Lending Locker website or come by the Army Community Service Office.

Required briefing for Soldiers PCSing to OCONUS locations. Spouses are welcome. Provides information on the host country and military resources available.

Provides assistance on writing an effective resume.

Multicultural services include providing support and assistance tools free of charge to foreign born individuals desiring to learn about the English language and American culture. The waiting Spouses Support Group is designed for family members of a Soldier who is temporarily separated from the family due to military or career requirements. Examples of separations are; Soldiers on unaccompanied tours, temporary duty assignments and/or unavailable family housing.

A class designed to teach how to be an effective sponsor for a newly arrived service member or Family. Provides information regarding available installation resources to assist Families.

We provide the following support to the Fort Polk community: Self-development opportunities for Soldiers, Family Members, Department of the Army Civilians (DACs), Retirees, Contractors and civilians from the local community in real time and virtual environments. Programs and services available may vary depending on the category of the client, i.e. we provide Army Tuition Assistance only to active duty Soldiers. Programs and services to include educational counseling, testing, college degree programs, basic skills training, Multi-use Learning Facility/MOS Library and self-paced programs such as KUDER Journey and Peterson's On-line Academics Skills Course (OASC).

Army Emergency Relief (AER). AER is the US Army's own nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating financial distress in the force. AER provides grants and zero-interest loans to active-duty and retired Soldiers and their Families. AER has supported over 4 million Soldiers since 1942. AER offices are conveniently located at installations around the world. Visit ArmyEmergencyRelief.org to learn more. AER Forms: https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/resources/

Army Family Team Building (AFTB) is about readiness - for both the mission and the Family. AFTB is a series of training modules about adapting to Army Life. We teach and train America’s Army and their Families in a wide variety of knowledge, skills and behaviors that foster personal growth and Family preparedness. AFTB is a never ending resource that is available to every member of the Army family with no cost. The Army takes care if its own, by teaching its own to take care of themselves. Fort Polk AFTB is a volunteer based program. Volunteer instructors teach participants about the military lifestyle and resources to enhance the tools and skills needed to become vital members of their community. As well as instructing, we offer a variety of volunteer opportunities. AFTB Instructors are available upon request to conduct classes or separate modules for individual units, organizations, and family readiness groups on a contract style basis. Please call or email for more information on this opportunity. AFTB (Level I) Military Knowledge (K) Modules train basic information about the Army: You’ll learn about Army life and how to maneuver daily challenges by discovering how to decipher Army acronyms, utilize community resources, attain better financial readiness, and understand the goal and impact of the Army mission on daily life. AFTB (Level II) Personal Growth and Resiliency (G) Modules train personal growth skills: Learn how to improve your personal relationships, communication and stress-management skills. Discover how teams form and grow, how to solve problems, and how to resolve personal conflict. You’ll also acquire knowledge on Army traditions, customs, courtesies and protocol. AFTB (Level III) Leadership Development (L) Modules train leadership skills: Thrive in the Army and civilian life by expanding leadership skills, effective communication techniques, and how to mentor others into leadership positions. You’ll learn about the different leadership styles, how to run an effective meeting, manage group conflict, and how to be an effective coach. ACS Instructor, Facilitator, and Briefer Training is for those wanting to volunteer with the AFTB program or ACS as Instructors, Facilitators, or Briefers.

Alcohol and other drug abuse prevention includes all measures taken to deter and reduce the abuse and misuse of alcohol and other drugs to the lowest possible level. Prevention for readiness involves the commitment of command resources, policies, installation organizations, and community members to create and foster conditions that promote mission readiness and enhance the quality of life for total Army.

Promote suicide prevention awareness across the installation to ensure that Military, civilians and Family members understand that suicide and suicidal behaviors can be prevented. To bring awareness the roles individuals and helping agencies play in prevention so that suicide rates can be reduced. Develop suicide prevention education campaigns, sponsor workshops/briefings on suicide and suicide prevention, organizing special issue forums, and focus groups, and disseminating information through the internet.

FAP provides services to all Active Duty Army at Fort Johnsonand their family members. FAP is a DOD mandated program whose mission is to assess, support, and treat all incidents of child abuse/neglect and intimate partner violence. Services include comprehensive psychosocial assessments, case management, individual therapy, marital therapy, family therapy, and group therapy.

Multi-D Behavioral Health Clinic is equipped with a multi-disciplinary team of providers to include psychiatrist, psychologist, social worker, and substance use counselor to offer comprehensive behavioral healthcare for all non-3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain active duty Soldiers and activated guard members.  All 3-10 Soldiers will go to the Embedded Behavioral Health clinic.

The Child and Family Behavioral Health System (CAFBHS) provides behavioral health care for Active Duty Family Members. Services include clinical psychosocial and/or medication evaluations, psychological testing for children and short term individual, couples and/or family therapy to military dependents enrolled in TRICARE Prime. Walk-in hours are during clinic open hours. Referrals should come from the patient's PCM but family members can walk.  Children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

The Child and Family Behavioral Health System (CAFBHS) provides behavioral health care for Active Duty Family Members. Services include clinical psychosocial and/or medication evaluations, psychological testing for children and short term individual, couples and/or family therapy to military dependents enrolled in TRICARE Prime. Walk-in hours are during clinic open hours. Referrals should come from the patient's PCM but family members can walk.  Children must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

The Embedded Behavioral Health Team provides multidisciplinary behavioral health care to 3rd BDE, 10th Mountain Division Soldiers to be close to their unit area and in coordination with unit leaders to maximize diagnostic accuracy, remove barriers to care and improve treatment outcomes. The EBH team delivers on the promise of safe and effective medical care through evidence-based treatments for Soldiers and expert consultation for combat leaders, spearheading the Army's effort to increase resilience and reduce morbidity from psychiatric disease.  All other Soldiers will go the Multi-D clinic for services.

Family Life Chaplains are credentialed primary trainers of relational family life, relationship, and life skills. Family life Chaplains (FLCs) support commanders by providing additional training to Chaplains in pastoral skills and counseling and relationship education and programs. This realm includes skills taught by the Relational Family Life Chaplain to include topics such as marriage enrichment, relationship skills for couples, relationship skills for singles, and parenting skills.

CDC Bldg. 701 offers a variety of quality programs to meet the needs of all age groups. We offer full day care ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. This facility ensures children are receiving quality care in an environment enriched with age-appropriate activities and well balanced meals. We strive to provide the best customer service to all patrons. CDC 701 offers Strong Beginnings. This program is designed as a Pre-K experience for children who are 4 years old and entering kindergarten the following year. Hourly care in this facility. Summer Camp is provided for Kindergarten children. CDC Bldg. 702 offers a variety of programs to meet every parent's need for care. We ensure that children receive age-appropriate activities, balanced nutrition and quality care. This facility offers full day care for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Strong Beginnings: This program is designed as a Pre-K experience for children who are 4 years old and entering kindergarten the following year. CDC Bldg. 3349 offers quality programming and care in full day classrooms for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Child and Youth Services strives to offer developmentally appropriate activities, meaningful interactions and customer service in all facilities. CDC 3349 offers Strong Beginnings. This program is designed as a Pre-K experience for children who are 4 years old and entering kindergarten the following year.” CDC Bldg. 14500 offers quality programming and care in full day classrooms for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. Child and Youth Services strives to offer developmentally appropriate activities, meaningful interactions and customer service in all facilities. CDC 14500 offers Strong Beginnings. This program is designed as a Pre-K experience for children who are 4 years old and entering kindergarten the following year. Babysitter Referral Services Looking for a Teen Babysitter? Looking to be a Teen Babysitter? CYS offers training following the 4-H babysitter curriculum in becoming a certified Teen Babysitter. Teen military Family members in grades 7 and up who wish to expand and market themselves for babysitting jobs can be placed on the Babysitter Referral List with parent's permission. Military parents needing babysitters must complete a request form located at Parent Central Services. Once parents complete the required form, they will receive a list of babysitter information based on specified requirements (location, availability, etc). After receiving a list, parents can make arrangements directly with the babysitter. All arrangements and fees for care are between the parent and babysitter. CYS offers Babysitting Referral Services for registered Families. Babysitters on the referral list are 13 years or older, have certification in First Aid and CPR, and are trained in: Developmentally appropriate play Recognition of child abuse/neglect Emergency procedures and interviewing Stop by Parent Central Services for more information. Alternative Child Care CYS offers provides additional child care beyond the regular facility opening hours. Kids On Site! (KOS) - Provides on-site child care for your unit/organizational meeting/event in a room adjacent to where the meeting/event is being held. CYS will provide quality child care providers to watch children ages 6 weeks through 12 years on site. Your unit pays for this service through Parent Central Services. KOS is not available at all locations on post. For information, a quote, or to schedule an event, contact Parent & Outreach Services. Volunteer Child Care in a Unit Setting (VCCUS) - CYS can help units to train volunteers to provide child care for unit functions. VCCUS is a volunteer-based childcare program that allows for on site care during meetings and events organized by military units, Army Community Service (ACS) groups or Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation. Through VCCUS, Parent & Outreach Services will provide training to volunteers from the military unit or organization. The program is designed to allow the exchange of cost-free and temporary childcare services during unit sessions when the demand is high or when child development center services are not available. Parents and guardians of children in VCCUS must be attending the same function and must remain at the site while their child is under volunteer care. Units interested in the VCCUS program should contact Parent & Outreach Services for more information. Waiting List To register for care, please visit http://militarychildcare.com It is sometimes necessary for Families to be placed on a waiting list for child care if services are not readily available. The waiting period may be different for each program and age group. Please call Parent Central Services for more information.

These programs are either 2 or 3 days and run from 0830-1130 They are designed to provide children with developmentally appropriate activities and social interactions.

CDC 701 offers Strong bonds. This program is designed as a Pre-K experience for children who are 4 years old and entering Kindergarten the following year.

School Age Center Grades 1st-5th Army School Age Centers provide care during: Before school and after school Before School SAC: Available for students attending North Polk, Pickering, and Faith Training. Before Care begins at 05:45 and ends at 07:30. Buses provided by the school will transport children to their assigned schools. Grades are LA-4 and Kindergarten. Breakfast is not served at this time. After School SAC: Available for students attending North Polk, Pickering, and Faith Training. After Care begins at 15:00 and ends at 18:00. Buses provided by the school will transport children to CDC 701. The children are provided with a healthy snack. Grades are LA-4 and Kindergarten. Before/After School SAC: Full day care is provided on school out days for: Seasonal and holiday breaks and school closures, scheduled and due to inclement weather Summer Camp Hourly Care Children have access to computer labs and can receive help on daily homework assignments. Programs are nationally accredited and utilize standard curricula through formal partnerships with nationally-recognized organizations such as 4-H and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA). * Depending on school configuration

School Support Services provides Army school-aged youth with educational opportunities, resources and information necessary to achieve academic success. A branch of Child & Youth Services (CYS), School Support Services features School Liaison Officers (SLOs), who help schools, installations and Families work together for student achievement.

Summer camp for grades 1st -5th that consists of 10 one-week sessions Monday - Friday from 5:45 pm - 6:00 pm

LA-4 Summer program is full day childcare offered Monday - Friday from 5:45 pm - 6:00 pm. Kindergarten Summer Camp consists of 10 one-week sessions Monday - Friday from 5:45 - 6:00 pm

The Civilian Personnel Advisory Center is a team of human resources professionals dedicated to supporting and empowering Soldiers, civilians, families and veterans worldwide in an era of persistent conflict. The CPAC is responsible for assisting with the recruitment, retention and sustainment of a high quality workforce through innovative and effective enterprise solutions, ensuring human resources readiness of the Total Army across the full spectrum of operations. More than 330,000 men and women working in every profession imaginable are not active duty military, but serve as an integral part of the Army team to support the defense of our nation. To search for job opportunities and build your resume online, please visit the USAJOBS website.

The Civilian Personnel Advisory Center is a team of human resources professionals dedicated to supporting and empowering Soldiers, civilians, families and veterans worldwide in an era of persistent conflict. The CPAC is responsible for assisting with the recruitment, retention and sustainment of a high quality workforce through innovative and effective enterprise solutions, ensuring human resources readiness of the Total Army across the full spectrum of operations. More than 330,000 men and women working in every profession imaginable are not active duty military, but serve as an integral part of the Army team to support the defense of our nation. To search for job opportunities and build your resume online, please visit the USAJOBS website.

We are a self-referral based clinic, meaning you can call anytime during business hours to schedule an appointment with a Registered Dietitian. You can also ask your Primary Care Manager (PCM) to place a referral. We serve all Tricare beneficiaries. Services Offered: Army Body Composition Program (ABCP) referrals Weight Management Diabetes Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational Diabetes Management Prenatal Nutrition Infant, Toddler, Child, and Adolescent Nutrition Heart Healthy, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure Nutrition Therapy Performance Nutrition Food Allergies and Intolerance Gastrointestinal Disorders

Provide services to promote the health and safety of the individual, the unit, the workplace, and the community. To assure that all eligible personnel are physically and mentally suited for job performance; protecting workers against adverse effects of safety and health hazards in the work environment; reducing economic loss through the civilian injury/illness program; and ensuring DOD personnel are medically deployable and combat ready relating to work-place hazards.

The mission of the ASAP program is to strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army´s workforce, to conserve manpower and enhance the combat readiness of Soldiers. ASAP Services: Drug Testing Collection Point Risk Reduction Program (RRP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Suicide Prevention Program ASAP Prevention & Education Alcohol Drug Control Officer/ASAP Manager

Scheduling an Appointment How do I access the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal? Visit https://my.mhsgenesis.health.mil/ to: Manage primary care medical and dental appointments Review clinical notes, referrals, and lab and test results Request prescription renewals Exchange secure messages with your healthcare team Monitor health information and view your portal profile Complete a pre-visit, dental health history questionnaire online Look up high-quality, provider-approved health information related to health issues, lab results, and medications CONUS Nurse Advice Line 1-800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1 The Continental U.S. Nurse Advice Line provides nurse advice 24/7 for all TRICARE beneficiaries, except patients with Military Treatment Facility-only privileges. Booking clerks are available to book an appointment with your PCM if recommended by the Triage nurse. If you are away from your MTF (i.e., vacation, TDY, PCS, etc.) the CONUS Nurse Advice Line can coordinate with your PCM to place a referral to a nearby Urgent Care Center. BJACH Centralized Appointment Line Below is the list of telephone menu options Option 1 - To schedule an appointment in the Primary Care Clinics (Red Team, White Team, Blue Team, Pediatric Team, Internal Medicine Team); Combined Troop Medicine Clinic; or if you wish to speak with a Team Nurse, please select this option. Patients will first speak with a booking agent who will verify your identify and eligibility, inquire regarding the type of appointment requested and either schedule the appointment or conduct a warm handoff to a Team nurse. If BJACH does not have an appointment available with the assigned PCM or PCM team, the Appointing Agent will attempt to schedule the patient with another home. Appointing Agents will assist patients in scheduling for needed on the same day or for up to 28 days in the future. After your appointment, follow-up appointments should be made before you leave the clinic. Central Appointments clerks can also assist with you with scheduling follow-up appointments in the Primary Care clinics. Patients needing to renew a prescription with no remaining refills or to find out test results, please select Option 1. An Appointing Agent will send your request to the correct team nurse, who has 72 hours to respond to the message. Option 2 - To cancel an appointment, please select this option. Patients may leave a message and a booking agent will cancel the appointment. Currently there is no automated mechanism to reschedule, however if patients express desire to reschedule a booking agent will return their phone call and schedule another appointment. Note: BJACH encourages all patients to cancel any scheduled appointments at least 2 hours before the appointment time. This gives the best opportunity for another beneficiary to be scheduled in the newly available/open appointment slot. Option 3 - To refill a prescription medication that has refills available, please select this option. Patients selecting this option are transferred to the pharmacy to request the refill electronically. The system will prompt the patient regarding prescription availability and pick up dates. You may also call the 24/7 Pharmacy Refill line at 337-531-DRUG (3784) or enroll in the Tricare Pharmacy Home Delivery (information listed on the Pharmacy webpage). Option 4 - To schedule an appointment or speak with a representative from a Specialty Clinic, please select this option. Patients will be given another menu of options corresponding to the Specialty Clinics to include, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Obstetrics/ Gynecology, Ears Eyes Nose Throat, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Radiology, Nutrition Care, and Behavioral Health. Option 5 - To submit a compliment or if you are seeking assistance with resolving an issue, please select this option. Patients will be transferred to a BJACH Patient Advocate. The Patient Advocate will help investigate system-wide or policy issues, as well as those problems that are not resolved at the area of concern. Option 6 - To speak with the BJACH information desk attendant, please select this option. Patients requesting general hospital information may also call 337-531-3118 or 337-531-3119. Option 7 - To return to the main menu/repeat options, please select this option.

A forty-hour certification for Field Sanitation Teams on Fort Polk is provided. Classes include: Heat/Cold Injury Prevention, Chemical/Noise Hazards, Water Supply and Food Service Sanitation, Arthropod Management, and Pesticide Application.

Fort Johnson Army Hearing Program Mission The mission of the Army Hearing Program (AHP) is to maximize Soldier and DA Civilian hearing and communication abilities through hearing readiness, clinical and operational hearing services, and hearing conservation, thus contributing to survivability, lethality, mission effectiveness, and quality of life. Fort Johnson’s AHP provides care for active-duty Soldiers and noise-exposed DA Civilian employees enrolled in the Hearing Conservation Program. Services provided include annual monitoring audiometry services, individual hearing protection detection device fitting, hearing program officer courses, hearing health education, and comprehensive diagnostic hearing testing. The AHP combines hearing readiness, clinical hearing services, operational hearing services, and hearing conservation into one program in an effort to prevent noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) in Soldiers and noise-exposed DA Civilians. Hearing is a critical sense used by Soldiers that increases their survivability and lethality, and ensures maximum combat effectiveness. Good hearing acuity in an absolute requirement in order to perform such combat related tasks as localizing sound, gauging auditory distance, identifying a sound source, and understanding verbal orders and radio communications. Hearing provides an indispensable amount of information on the battlefield and can mean the difference between life and death in combat, as well as in training.

Industrial Hygiene Program Mission: Provide support to the Warfighter, conserve resources, enhance readiness, and preserve health by anticipating, recognizing, evaluating, and controlling occupational health hazards where military and civilian personnel work and serve. Industrial Hygiene Program Objectives: Ensure regulatory compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and DA regulations pertaining to occupational health. Accurately identify, characterize, and assess potential workplace health hazards. Recommend appropriate engineering and administrative controls and/or personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent occupational related illnesses, injuries, or deaths to Soldiers and civilian workers. Recommend personnel for exposure-based medical surveillance. Integrate established IH principles, concepts, and functions in support of related programs, such as safety, occupational medicine, hearing, vision conservation and readiness, respiratory protection, indoor air quality (IAQ), asbestos control, lead abatement, and environmental compliance. Programs & Services Health Hazard Inventory: Maintenance of the DoD database of health hazards for Fort Johnson. Health Hazard Assessments: Survey and inspection of work sites and associated hazards. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Assessments and Evaluations: Inspection of PPE on–hand and recommendations for appropriate PPE for the job. Work–Related Risk Assessment: Assistance with job hazard analysis and risk assessment coding. Respiratory Protection Program: Consultative services including respirator needs assessment and respirator selection. Vision Conservation Program: Evaluation of eye hazardous areas and eye protection equipment. Hearing Conservation Program: Identification of noise hazardous areas, noise level dosimetry, and evaluation of hearing protective equipment. Indoor Air Quality Evaluations: Evaluation of problems associated with building HVAC systems and related illnesses. Design Review: OSH review of plans and specifications for construction, renovation, and contracting operations. Confined Space Entry Program: Consultative services for work in confined spaces. Asbestos and Lead Hazards: Hazard inspection, risk assessment, management planning assistance, and sampling. Hazard Abatement Planning: Assistance with planning for abatement of recognized occupational or environmental hazards. Education and Training: Formal and informal training and assistance with supervisory training for all Occupational and Safety and Health related subjects.

State of the art Labor and Delivery section offers classes for expecting parents including a tour when rooms are open and available.

ilitary Ombudsmen are Department of the Army civilian employees who work at military installations in the United States and overseas. They are very familiar with the Army’s culture and have the will, desire and determination to work and assist military personnel. The majority of Ombudsmen are military veterans who have served as senior medical leaders and have the ability to address and assist Soldiers with medical concerns or issues. Their military knowledge, background and experience gives them a better understanding of how to navigate the system in support of Soldiers and their Families in relation to medical needs and other situations affecting their quality of life. The JRTC & Fort Johnson Ombudsman functions as an independent, neutral, and impartial resource for military service members (Reservist, National Guard, Retirees, and Veterans) and their eligible Family members. The Ombudsman can assist in addressing medical concerns, but can also assist in addressing other issues as well. The Ombudsman serves as a liaison between the client and the hospital commander for medical issues by acting as a communicator, facilitator and problem solver. The intent of the Ombudsman program is to help cut through red tape by linking military and Family members with the appropriate resources to address medical questions, resolve issues, and connecting clients with the resources and assistance they need. The Ombudsman is not here to take the place of the chain of command, but rather to work with and through the chain of command to support troops and Families when they are not sure where to go for medical assistance.

The Patient Advocate Office serves as a link between patients and hospital staff at all levels. Our office is easy to access and serves as our patient's liaison for expressions of satisfaction. We offer education and information regarding policies, procedures, systems, and concerns about care and safety within the hospital.

We ask that all prescription refills be requested in advance via the telephone to improve pharmacy efficiency and reduce customer wait times. Refills requested through the automated system will be available for pick-up at the BJACH main pharmacy 48 hours after your telephonic request. Allow one additional day for refill processing if your request is made within 48 hours of a Federal Holiday. We appreciate your patience!

Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Training (P3T) education provides training for enhanced knowledge, skills, and resources to assist Soldiers during pregnancy and postpartum, and prepare Soldiers for delivery, recovery, and parenting.

Inspections of swimming pools, hot tubs, and natural bathing areas weekly (seasonal); food service facilities, vending machines, gymnasiums, barber/beauty shops, and recreational areas. Sanitation education is provided upon request. A sanitation certification course for food service facility managers and employees is offered as necessary.

Tobacco Cessation We offer a four-week behavior modification program to assist participants in quitting tobacco use. Medication therapy offered through the program includes nicotine patches and Zyban (Wellbutrin/Buproprion). Nicotine patches aid the physical recovery symptoms while Zyban helps with the psychological recovery symptoms. Attendance at all classes and evaluation by our provider are requirements to receive these medications.

Chesser Dental Center: (337) 531-4854 Shira Dental Clinic: (337) 531-2121 Hospital Dental Clinic: (337) 531-3729

The Deputy Director is the senior civilian in the DES and serves as the Garrison representative.

Responds to fire and medical emergencies in on-post housing. First point of contact on fire related issues.

Provides a comprehensive fire protection program for Garrison residents. Ensures firefighters are trained to provide a professional, highly trained and motivated firefighting force.

The Visitor’s Center is located on Entrance Road next to the Main Gate (Access Control Point #1). Here visitors can find information about where units and activities are located on Fort Polk and receive general assistance.

The Department of the Army (DA) Police are trained to provide a professional, highly trained, and motivated, civilian police force in support of the Directorate of Emergency Services' law enforcement mission and contingency operations. DA Police officers are assigned to every section of the Provost Marshal Office and work side by side with Military Police Soldiers to support the installation.

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All unaccompanied access rosters and background checks for access to AAandE and classified material must be submitted to the physical security division ICIDS administrators prior to access to any alarmed zone./The Physical Security Division supports all commercial and DoD alarms systems installed on Fort Polk. We can assist you with technical support, repairs, testing and maintenance problems with your alarm system. /All requests for background checks must be submitted in writing accompanied by a letter of authorization. seven to ten days later the checks can be picked up at the Directorate of Emergency Services Administration section./IAW Army Regulation 190-45 commanders are required to notify the Military Police in writing (DA Fm 4187) when a soldier's duty status changes to any of the following: AWOL, Dropped from the Rolls or Returned to Duty/The Physical Security Division of Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) provides support to the installation through a comprehensive inspection.

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The Visitor's Control Center is located on Entrance Road next to the Main gate (Access Control Point #1). All personnel that work or visit Fort Polk are required under Army Regulation 190-11 and Fort Polk Regulation 190-3 to be in possession of an access control credential. This may be in the form of a DOD ID, CAC, Mobillisa ID or Rapid Gate ID Card. An NCIC III is the base line minimum requirement for vetting of all contractors and visitors. The VCC issues Mobillisa ID cards and facilitates registration into the Rapid Gate Program. All personnel that reside on Fort Polk or who transport fire arms onto Fort Polk are required under Army Regulation 190-11 and Fort Polk Regulation 190-3 to register their privately owned weapons on the installation. Newly assigned personnel or personnel that have acquired new fire arms have within 5 days to register their weapons on post. Personnel that reside off post that intent to transport weapons on the installation will also register their weapons. A

Provide various types of substance abuse prevention training based on identified needs and emergent trends to Fort Polk Soldiers, Civilians and Family members. Assist Commanders and Unit Prevention Leaders (UPLs) with unit based prevention programs and provide information and awareness to the Fort Polk community about substance abuse prevention resources. Promote national campaigns such as Alcohol Awareness Month, Red Ribbon Week and Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month at the local leve

T"The Fort Johnson Army Casualty Assistance Center (CAC) is a department of the Directorate of Human Resources. Our mission is to assist Army families, both active and retired, in their time of bereavement. The Fort Johnson area of responsibility includes the states of Louisiana, Mississippi and nine counties of eastern Texas (Chambers, Hardin, Jasper, Jefferson, Liberty, Newton, Orange, Polk, and Tyler). Our office will provide assistance within the parameters of Casualty Operations to Survivors. If the deceased Soldier is a Soldier for Life (Retiree), our office will assist you in reporting the death to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service for stoppage of retirment pay and initiation of the Survivor Benefits process. Upon the death of an active army duty service member, military army dependent, Army retiree, or anyone who previously served in the Army, we ask you to have the following information available when you call: - Full Name - Social Security Name - Rank - Unit (Active Duty Only) - Circumstances surrounding the death - Next of Kin (NOK) contact information Military Burial Honors for deceased Army active duty, Army Soldiers for Life (Retirees), and Army Veterans may be requested from the CAC. When requesting burial honors for Army Retirees and Veterans; families must supply proof of military service (DD Form 214) to the Funeral Director, who in turn will submit a request to the CAC at least two business days prior to the Service/Burial. Funeral Directors may call (337) 531-6172 for request forms or questions during nomal Business Hours. Our fax number is (337) 531-1770 (Funeral Honors).

DHR MISSION - Full Range of Personnel and Administrative Services; Soldier Readiness Processing/Manifesting; Plans, Mobilization, Deployment, and Exercises; Casualty/Mortuary Affairs and Line of Duty; Central In/Out-Processing; Reassignment Processing (Levy); Personnel Actions; Promotions; Hardship/Compassionate Actions; Transition Services (Separations); Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP); Army Continuing Education Services (ACES); Retirement Services; Identification Cards/Tags and DEERS Enrollment; E-MILPO; Legislative Actions.

Collects all Service member urinalysis and prepares for shipment to laboratory for testing. Conducts pre-employment urinalysis collection in coordination with the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center.

Provides free screening, referral, short-term counseling and follow-up services to employees and their families regarding work/life balance issues. EAP also provides consultation to management and preventative education to organizations. The EAP is a problem-solving program that can help employees function more effectively while going through life/work balance difficulties. Eligibile for EAP services include: DOD Civilian Employees Retired Military Personnel Retired Civilian Employees Family members of active duty personnel and retirees

Between the Service member and a TAP counselor is the official start to the transition process. During the IC session, Service members complete their personal self-assessment and begin the development of their Individual Transition Plan to identify their unique needs of the transition process and post-transition goals.

Prepare Soldiers and their families for retirement and keep Soldiers and their family members up-to-date on their rights, benefits, and privileges after retirement. Pre-retirement Services to active Army personnel consisting of conducting Pre-retirement briefings, Survivor Benefit (SBP) briefings, and Career Status Bonus (CSB) briefings; Post retirement services consisting of establishing a retiree council, conducting an annual Retiree Appreciation Day (RAD), publishing an annual retiree newsletter, and providing assistance to military retirees, their dependents, and survivors on their rights and benefits in the state of Louisiana and 9 counties in southeast Texas.

The Risk Reduction Program is a Commander’s tool. It is designed to assist in decreasing Soldiers' high-risk behaviors thus increasing Soldier and mission readiness. The Risk Reduction Program’s tools track, assess, and act on a number of Soldier high-risk behaviors. Unit Risk Inventory (URI) Reintegration Unit Risk Inventory (R-URI) Commander’s Risk Reduction Dashboard (CRRD2) Resources at your fingertips trifold Deskside Briefs to Command Teams Installation Prevention Team (IPT)

Mission: Directs the development, coordination and supervision of functions pertaining to logistical support of the Installation, Senior Mission Commander, satellite and tenant activities. Directs operations of supply, transportation, maintenance, ammunition quality assurance, logistical planning, and other logistical services and related matters. Advises the 406th AFSB, Garrison Commander, and Senior Mission Commander on matters pertaining to logistical support. The Director of Logistics and staff interface daily with the contractors, through the Contracting Officer Representatives (COR's), to ensure equipment is maintained to standard as brigade combat teams train for war, our Soldiers and leaders train to deploy, fight and win.

Employee Assistance Program: Provides free screening, referral, short-term counseling and follow-up services to employees and their families regarding work/life balance issues. EAP also provides consultation to management and preventative education to organizations. The EAP is a problem-solving program that can help employees function more effectively while going through life/work balance difficulties. Eligibile for EAP services include: DOD Civilian Employees Retired Military Personnel Retired Civilian Employees Family members of active duty personnel and retirees

Special Needs Accommodation Placement (SNAP) Counselors coordinate and facilitate a team of professionals to assist with problems or services at Child and Youth Services (CYS).

Learn to identify triggers and potential stressors, along with positive methods of coping.

Learn alternative Parenting Skills

Provides services to victims of domestic violence, to include command and law enforcement support: Crisis Intervention, Options Counseling, Safety Planning, Legal Advocacy, Emergency Transportation and Relocation Assistance.

The 50M is equipped with a 2 diving board (1 high dive), water slide, swim lanes, toddler pool, pool chairs and seating area. The pool has a locker room for male and females equipped with showers and changing areas. Looking for a space for Birthday Parties, FRG Events, and Unit ORG days? We can help stop by the pool to make reservations.

Allen Memorial Library is the gateway to everything you and your family need to make learning easy and fun! From preschoolers to adults, this is the perfect place to begin your school paper or research project, or choose a book for your own enjoyment.

Alligator Lake Recreation Area is Fort Polk's favorite picnic destination, with good reason. There are two large pavilions for you and your company or group to rent; these have full, covered kitchens, and plenty of power. There are also smaller covered areas with concrete pads and grills with tables, with some right on the shoreline. (These are free of charge.)

The Fort Polk MWR Arts and Crafts Center provides off-duty leisure time activities for active duty military personnel, dependents, DOD personnel, retirees, their dependents and guests. It provides complete arts and crafts development and service facilities, to include Ceramic Painting, Canvas Painting, Paper Mache' Painting, and hobby crafts. We also have embroidery, engraving and framing services. Our program supports family cohesion, builds self-esteem and self-reliance, and provides alternative leisure time activities, which develops the individual’s creative skills.

Let's face it, cars can be a lot of trouble sometimes. Thanks to the Auto Skills Center, repairs, tune-ups and regular maintenance don't have to be pricey. You've got friends in the business. The Skills Center is equipped with almost everything necessary to aid in those do-it-yourself repairs. Experienced mechanics stand ready to answer questions and lend a helping hand. Classes A safety orientation class is offered Thursdays at 12:30 p.m and Saturdays at 9:30 am. You must attend this class before you can use the Auto Skills Center to work on your vehicle. Basic car class is offered on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 1 p.m. The class is free. The Auto Skills Center has a great resale shop for parts, accessories and maintenance products to get your car in tip-top shape.

Twice weekly at the Toddler Play Time, we plan simple crafts for parent and child to complete together. Target Audience: Children 2-4 years old.

Family Child Care (FCC) offers child care for ages 4 weeks to 12 years and is very flexible, with many accredited providers available. Full day, part day, and hourly care are available, as well as extended care for up to 6 weeks of 24 hour care including overnight and weekend care in the home (when mission related).

Matting and Framing Class through Arts and Crafts Center

Car Wash and Pet Cleaning Services

Through the School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration, and Skills (S.K.I.E.S.) children and youth have equal access to opportunities that expand their knowledge, inspire them, allow them to explore and acquire new skills. SKIES encompasses instructional programs of children and youth from infancy to adolescence.

Warrior Fitness Center:Features Include: Indoor & outdoor basketball courts LifeFitness treadmills and ellipticals Upright and recumbent bikes Pecor Cross trainers and Adaptive Motion Trainers Hammer Strength and Nautilus Nitro machines Concept 2 rowers Free weights and medicine balls Functional Fitness Room Sauna JRTC CrossFit Tiger Land Fitness Center Aquatics

The South Fort 25M Pool is used to teach swimming lessons and water aerobics. This is an outdoor pool and open for the summer season only/The pool is 7 lanes wide and offers 2 diving boards (1M and 3M), plus a water slide and a climbing wall. The South Fort Pool is outdoors, but a "bubble" is erected during the winter for year round fun.

Fort Johnson CYS Teen Babysitters are trained to be caring, trustworthy, responsible, and competent babysitters using the 4-H Babysitters Curriculum. CYS Teen Babysitters will graduate with an American Red Cross First Aid/CPR certification.

Banquet rooms are available for hail and farewells, military balls and special occasion parties. Call or come by the Warrior Community Center to discuss specific ideas for your next group event with Fort Polk's professionals.

Bowling Center and Snack Bar

Corvias Military Living's number one priority is accommodating our Families and creating a sense of connection and community. Here at Fort Johnson we have five neighborhoods, each with their own staff who are dedicated and passionate about meeting our resident's needs. We have four Community Centers which provide exclusive amenities for our residents, such as laundry facilities, personal gyms, family swimming pools, media and entertainment centers, beautifully landscaped playgrounds, walking trails, and a bark park. Numerous resident's activities throughout the year provide families the opportunity to meet new people, and to spend quality time with Family, friends, and neighbors, and make lasting memories.

Hotel Lodging on Post.

The JRTC and Fort Johnson Office of the Inspector General is a resource for all Soldiers, Civilians, and Family Members to request assistance with any Army related issue or allegation. The Inspector General provides the Commanding General a continuous assessment of the readiness, discipline, efficiency, economy, morale, training, and operational effectiveness throughout the command. Open Door Policy Leaders cannot deny a Soldier from seeing the Commander. Read you commander’s policy for specific scheduling requirements. Corrective Training Leaders must ensure that the corrective training is appropriate for the incident. The following rules limit corrective training: Non-punitive in nature, of limited duration, and limited scope. Hazing is not corrective training and is illegal. Soldiers cannot give express or implied consent to being hazed. Reference: AR 600-20, Ch. 4-19. Improper examples of corrective training: A Soldier who is late for formation MAY NOT be required to build a sandbag wall. Reporting at 0500 or at 1800 hrs. for a PT session is not appropriate corrective training for being disrespectful to a NCO. Suspension of favorable actions-FLAGS Commander will reevaluate flag rosters monthly. Soldiers will be counseled as to why they were flagged. Reference: AR 600-8-2, Ch. 2-6. Bars to Reenlistment Commanders will review bars every 3 months; and counsel the barred Soldier. Reference: AR 601-280, Ch. 8. Treating others with dignity and respect The Army is a values-based organization. Everyone is expected to treat all persons with dignity and respect. Hazing, bullying, and other behaviors that undermine dignity and respect are fundamentally in opposition to Army values and are prohibited under the punitive provisions of AR 600-20 Ch 4. Violators may be subject to UCMJ punishment. The IG can provide assistance but does not intervene in issues and allegations involving: Criminal allegations Issues that have other means of redress/remedy: Courts-Martial Actions Non-judicial Punishment OERs / NCOERs Enlisted Reductions Type of Discharge Received Pending/Requested Discharge Financial Liability Investigations of Property Loss Relief for Cause Adverse Information Filed in Records Claims The IG does not make command policy. The IG does not recommend adverse personnel actions. The IG does not go “off the record”. The IG does not jeopardize the distinction between being the extension of the commander and a fair and impartial fact-finder. The IG does not release records without appropriate level of release authority Before You Tell It To The Inspector General Be sure you have a problem, not just a peeve. Give your chain of command a chance to solve the problem. If IG assistance is needed, contact your local IG first. (IG’s at higher commands will normally refer the case to the local IG for action) Be honest; do not provide misleading information. (IG’s will discover the truth, and there are penalties for knowingly providing false information) Keep in mind that IGs are not policy makers. (If a policy is flawed you can submit proposed changes on a DA Form 2028) Keep in mind that IGs can only recommend, not order a resolution. (Only Commanders can order; the role of the IG is to advise the Commander) Remember IGs can only resolve a case on the basis of fact. (A claim must be supported by evidence) Do not expect instant action on your request. Be patient. (Investigations take time) Be prepared to take “No” for the answer. (In either case, “Yes” or “No” the IG will explain why)

The Administrative and Civil Law Division of the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate provides legal support to commanders, units, and activities for all matters not specifically addressed by the Criminal Law / Military Justice Division. Specifically, ADLAW provides legal reviews and advice for labor, employment, contracting, ethical, fiscal, and other administrative issues. In addition, ADLAW provides neutral legal advice to officers performing duties in Summary Courts Martial, Article 32 hearings, 15-6 investigations, Financial Liability Investigation of Property Loss (FLIPL), commander's inquiries, line of duty determinations, and other boards, investigations, and actions.

Provides free, confidential legal service and advice by a staff with over 40 years of attorney experience and over 50 years of paralegal experience. Notary work, powers of attorney, wills, estate planning, living wills, motor vehicle transfers, separation agreements, consumer matters, debt collection issues, and military administrative matters.

Legislative Action Officials are responsible for receiving, referring, and responding to Senate and Congressional inquiries received by the installation from members of Congress, or from the Office of the Chief, Legislative Liaison (OCLL), which is tasked to the installation for direct reply to the member of Congress.

The Medical Evaluation Board Outreach Counsel (MEBOC) is here to inform, assist and advocate for Soldiers during the Medical Evaluation Board process up until the point Soldiers file their elections/ rebuttals of their informal PEB results. MEBOCs also provide legal assistance to Warriors in Transition and their Dependents. They assist ALL Soldiers going through the MEB process, regardless of assigned unit. To provide legal advice and guidance to Service Members and their Families concerning the Physical Disabilities Evaluation System; as well as provide general legal assistance services to members of the Warrior Transition Unit.

The Criminal Law Division assists commanders in preserving good order and discipline within their units by prosecuting criminal offenses under the UCMJ, processing administrative separation actions, and preparing non-judicial punishment actions in accordance with Article 15, UCMJ.

Supervises the processing of claims by soldiers, DA civilians, and other military personnel for personal property lost incident to service

Legal Assistance offers free tax preparation and electronic tax filing to the Fort Polk Community at building 2502 located at the corner of Alabama and 23rd Street.

USATDS provides defense counsel services for Army personnel at Special and General Courts-Martial, Article 32 representation, pretrial confinement hearings, officer elimination boards, and enlisted administrative separation boards, as well as counseling pursuant to Article 31/Miranda, summary courts-martial, reduction boards, and involuntary separation.

Military One Source is a 24-hour, seven days a week toll free information and referral telephone line and internet/Web based service available to active duty, mobilized reservists, deployed civilians and their families worldwide. YOUR SUPPORT WHEN MILLIFE HAPPENS Military OneSource from the Department of Defense is your 24/7 gateway to trusted information, resources and confidential help. When MilLife happens, it’s your “first line of support” — giving service members and military families tools to stay well and thrive.

The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is an annual drinking water quality report prepared by an organization that provides drinking water through a community water system. The US EPA requires that water purveyors for community water systems provide a CCR to their customers by July 1st every year. Information contained in the CCR includes the source of drinking water, applicable water quality requirements, and water system monitoring results for the previous year.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a tool to communicate the status of local air quality to the public—the Air Quality Index (AQI). The AQI is derived from real-time air pollution measurements taken at monitoring stations throughout the United States. The AQI has three components: a color, a score and a health message recommending protective action based on the level of air pollution.

State Health Department; Deputy State Epidemiologist assists the state epidemiologist in providing scientific and epidemiological expertise. While not all states have a deputy state epidemiologist, those that do have an additional subject matter expert resource for public health and epidemiology.

The Housing Environmental Health Response Registry is a resource for residents to report housing-related health information and concerns. Residents will be invited to enroll in the registry and initiate an exchange with public health professionals. Registry participants will receive information on in-home environmental health, assistance in seeking medical care, and an opportunity to share concerns with Army leadership.

State Health Department Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program. The contact information provided is for the chief infectious disease epidemiologist in that program. Within these programs, each state conducts disease surveillance, collects information on reportable diseases from all healthcare providers and hospitals, and from local and regional health departments. Each state’s infectious disease epidemiology program investigates disease outbreaks, analyzes and distributes information on the incidence and prevalence of infectious diseases, health events, zoonotic and vector-borne diseases and vaccine-preventable diseases. States provide considerable disease and state-specific information on their state health agency’s website and search engine.

Designed to help empower military caregivers with information about national-level resources and programs specifically for them. Topics include: helplines, advocacy and benefit information, career transitions and employment, military caregiver support, children’s needs, education and training, financial support, rest and relaxation, and others.

Military caregivers may join their peers virtually in a Department of Defense online forum every month to discuss topics that they choose and network with others who are experiencing similar challenges. Caregivers learn skills to overcome challenges and share resources.

The National Resource Directory is one of the largest online collections of government and non-government resources specifically designed for Veterans, service members, their families and caregivers. With a unique collection of more than 16,000 organized and vetted resources, the directory provides information covering a variety of topics, including benefits and compensation, education, homeless assistance, housing and other services.

State Environmental Health Laboratory supports statewide environmental health protection monitoring by performing analyses for chemical, microbiological, and radiological testing, biomonitoring of water, wastewater, air, soil, hazardous wastes, and other environmental concerns. Many state environmental health laboratories are associated with that state’s public health laboratory.

State Health Department Lead State Epidemiologist is an appointed primary state epidemiologist, responsible for the identification and response for all health threats that occur within that state. This individual is selected by each state’s primary health official (usually the state health department director), or the state board of health. A state epidemiologist is usually responsible for each state’s infectious disease epidemiology program, often along with many other state health agency programs involved in disease detection and prevention.

State Health Department Laboratory conducts laboratory testing for most all analysis requirements for public health surveillance. This may include monitoring and detection testing for environmental health, food safety, infectious diseases, newborn screening, public health preparedness, radiation safety, and many other tests. All state public health laboratories are part of the National Laboratory Network, and respond to novel strains of disease, natural disasters, chemical spills, foodborne outbreaks, and other public health emergencies.

Vernon Parish Health Unit

CRG Site Information Inquiry.

Media training is available to the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson units and organization. Though a briefing can be customized for the audience, the standard formats currently available are Media Awareness for Soldiers, Media Awareness for Military Families and Care Team training. Contact the Public Information Officer to schedule a briefing.

Performance Training enhances mental agility and adaptability throughout one's life, leading to optimal performance and personal readiness. R2 Training Centers provide performance skills that include instruction in mental skills foundations, confidence building, effective goal setting, attention control, energy management and imagery.

R2PC provides the foundation for individuals to build and sustain personal readiness and resilience. R2 provides training and education resources to active duty, reserve, and National Guard Soldiers, as well as family members and Department of the Army Civilians at 32 R2 Performance Centers across the Army enterprise. INCREASE YOUR RESILIENCE Resilience is a process that requires adoption of productive thoughts, actions, and habits that can be learned. Resilience is not just about “bouncing back” from major life challenges. Resilience prepares you to deal with life’s challenges by giving you the ability to cope with adversity, adapt to change, and thrive under new conditions. Programs / Capabilities: • Master Resilience Trainer Courses (MRTC) • Deployment Cycle Resilience Training, Train the Trainer (DCRT – T4T) • Executive Resilience and Performance Course (ERPC) • ENGAGE – Bystander Intervention • Squad Leader Development Course (SLDC) • Ask Care Escort– Suicide Intervention, Train the Trainer (ACE-SI – T4T) • Team Building • Leadership Development • Performance Enhancement Training • Academic Performance Skills • SRU and Warrior Games Support • Cadet Summer Training

Resilience is the “mental, emotional, and behavioral ability to face and cope with adversity, adapt to change, and recover, learn and grow from setbacks." R2 Training Centers provide resilience skills that build self-awareness, self-regulation, optimistic and adaptive thinking, character strengths, and stronger relationships, thereby contributing to personal readiness.

There are many opportunities for personal growth in one's relationship with God: worship, religious education for all ages, Bible studies, parish activities, retreats, workshops, seminars, marriage enrichment, couples' communication classes, youth groups, service projects, and special programs. Exercising the gifts and abilities God has given you to serve Him and others is one of the best ways to strengthen your own spiritual fitness. You can accomplish this through teaching, praying, mentoring, assisting in worship, serving on councils, singing in a choir or praise team, doing volunteer work, or a host of other ways

A 24 Hour/7 days a week SHARP response hotline that initiates immediate victim advocacy service when a victim calls 1-337-531-1848 and reports a sexual assault. The hotline operative is DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) credentialed and trained professional who ensures the sexual assault victim gets to a safe place and receives immediate medical services. Furthermore, the hotline operative ensures the victim is informed of their reporting options and protects the victim's right. Should victim of sexual assault choose the unrestricted reporting option the hotline operative will ensure the victim receives command involvement, CID services, and legal services. The hotline is available to all Service Members (SM), SM's dependent (18 years and older), and DA Civilians. It also can provide limited services to non-military affiliated persons if required.

Whether you are retiring or separating from the military or leaving active-duty status, transitioning is a major change in your life. Just as any major change, it will be exciting as well as have challenges to overcome. The TAP is intended to assist transitioning Service members with achieving post-transition goals. The TAP mandates service members on active duty for more than 180 days to complete Career Readiness Standards prior to transitioning from active duty. TAP Career Counselors, Transition Education Counselors and a Finance Counselor are available to provide assistance to all Soldiers and Family members in transition.

Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling Services Provide intensive outpatient counseling services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce and emphasize alcohol and other drug treatment. Individuals enrolled in SUDCC treatment are provided a thorough bio-psychosocial evaluation that includes an extensive substance use history. this info (bio psychosocial assessment, medical, and other collateral data) will be the basis for formulation of a clinical diagnostic impression and subsequent plan/recommendation.

"Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling Services Provide intensive outpatient counseling services, which are adequate and responsive to the needs of the total workforce and emphasize alcohol and other drug treatment. Individuals enrolled in SUDCC treatment are provided a thorough bio-psychosocial evaluation that includes an extensive substance use history. this info (bio psychosocial assessment, medical, and other collateral data) will be the basis for formulation of a clinical diagnostic impression and subsequent plan/recommendation.

Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) provides long-term support to surviving Families of fallen Soldiers. Our goal is to reassure survivors that they remain valued members of the Army Family. The SOS program connects you with people who can help. Our services include grief counseling, financial counseling, benefits coordination, support groups, and garrison and surrounding area events. After a loved one is lost, unresolved issues or questions may surface months or years afterward. The Army is dedicated to fulfilling its promise by providing support to surviving Families. Our financial counselors aid surviving Families through investment and estate planning education, and our support coordinators provide long-term support. SOS can help you navigate the details. SOS delivers services at garrisons and communities closest to where Families live. Regardless of your loved one’s component or branch, duty status, location, or manner of death, SOS will provide dedicated outreach and support when and as long as you desire. SOS also honors survivors with Gold Star and Next of Kin lapel buttons. They are symbols of your sacrifice, widely recognized throughout the country. Find more about Gold Star and Next of Kin lapel buttons here. The Gold Star and Surviving Family Member (GSSFM) Representative is the Army advocate for surviving Family members – and any survivor can contact an Army GSSFM Representative directly any time for any reason. These representatives are available to provide support and address complaints by spouses and other dependents of deceased service members regarding casualty assistance or receipt of benefits authorized by law. If you have questions or concerns about casualty assistance or receipt of benefits, your GSSFM Representative can help.

MilPetED is a free application for smartphones and tablets, designed to provide easy access to animal health information, tips and resources for Service Members, beneficiaries, and retirees.

MilPetED is a free application for smartphones and tablets, designed to provide easy access to animal health information, tips and resources for Service Members, beneficiaries, and retirees.

The Fort Johnson Vet clinic is proud to serve the Fort Johnson community by offering routine care and minor sick call appointments. We do not however offer emergency services, except for stabilization purposes during our business hours. Please establish a relationship with a vet off post for such services.