A-to-Z Index

Academic Performance Training

Academic Performance Training (APT) includes skills that help optimize classroom performance and maximize academic results. The R2 Training Center customized training options include planning and prioritizing time, the Study Power Hour, memory and recall improvement, effective note taking, reading efficiency, effective study partnerships, and combating test anxiety.

After-School Child Care

After school child care services are offered

Air Quality Index

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.

Airman & Family Readiness Center

Provides a bridge for Air Force service members and their Families to access programs and services that strengthen communities, increase mission readiness, promote self-sufficiency and help them adapt to the Air Force way of life

Alarm Monitoring

The Physical Security Division supports all commercial and DoD alarms systems installed on JBM-HH. We can assist you with technical support, repairs, testing and maintenance problems with your alarm system.

Anne Arundel County Health Department

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

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.

Army Community Services

Army Community Service (ACS) assists the community by developing, coordinating and delivering comprehensive services to help promote self-reliance, resilience and stability. ACS offers no-cost classes and trainings that are designed to equip Servicemembers, Family Members, Retirees, and Department of Defense Civilians with the life skills, knowledge and support needed to face the challenges of military life. ACS strives to be “First in Service Member and Family Support!”

Army Education Services

The Army Education Services Division's mission to provide adult continuing education programs and services for the Active and Reserve component personnel on and nearby Fort Meade.Services include educational counseling and academic advising, Army Tuition Assistance to eligible personnel, the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Services testing program, Army personnel tests program, and the multi-use learning facility.

Army Emergency Relief

Provides emergency financial assistance to Soldiers in crisis or emergency situations. Financial assistance is provided for utilities, rent, vehicle repairs etc. and extends to their Family Members, with the Soldier’s consent, and also to Widows and Orphans.

Army Family Action Plan

The Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) is a grass-roots level process that gives those whoe work, kove on or use the installation an opporutnity to impact quality of life on Fort Mead.e Representatives from thoughout the local community convenet annually to identify, devleop and prioritize local, global military and installation-level quality of life issues.

Army Family Team Building

Army Family Team Building (AFTB) program provides classes to educate Soldiers and their Family members to help make them more self-reliant and better prepared. AFTB is about adapting to military life as a single Soldier, military spouse, unit commander, retiree or DoD civilian

Army Pregnancy Postpartum Physical Training (P3T) EDUCATION

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.

Army Pregnancy Postpartum Physical Training (P3T) EXERCISE SESSIONS

Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Training (P3T) exercise sessions assist Soldiers in maintaining optimal fitness during pregnancy and improving readiness postpartum, to return a fit Soldier back to unit PRT after maternity leave and the postpartum period.

Army Substance Abuse Prevention Program

Army Substance Abuse Program ASAP provides a wide range of services to the community which include substance abuse treament and referral services, Employee Assistance Program, Suicide Prevention and Drug Testing

Army Volunteer Corps

To promote volunteerism to help meet the needs of the community by recruiting and tranining volunteers.

Army Wellness Center

The Army Wellness Center provides a standardized core of health services:a health assessment review which is an analysis of the patient's health status, risk for disease and ability to exercise safely, physical fitness testing and exercise prescription, healthy nutrition using metabolic testing to provide individualized strategies for weight loss, gain or maintenance, stress management using biofeedback to reduce stress, general wellness education through classes on topics such as healthy lifestyles, increased resiliency and self-care, and tobacco education using assessments to determine an individual's readiness to become tobacco-free.

Back Ground Checks

All requests for background checks must be submitted in writing accompanied by a letter of authorization. Three duty days later the checks can be picked up at the Directorate of Emergency Services Administration section.

Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers Program

The Better Opportunities for Single Service members (BOSS) program represents the voice of the single service member. If you're a single service member, BOSS members advocate for you by advancing quality of life issues on the installation, and in the barracks, to senior leaders on post and throughout the Army. "Let Your Voice Be Heard"

Catholic Information

Confessions, Baptisms, Weddings, Sacramental Preparation or personal appointments with the priest.

Catholic Masses

Daily and Weekend Catholic Masses

Catholic Ministries

RCIA, CCD, CWOC, CMOC, Divine Mercy, Bible Studies

Child Development Center I

Army Child, Youth and School Services programs exist to support military readiness by reducing the conflict between a soldiers mission requirements and his or her parental responsibilities. To support this mission we offer full day, part day, hourly care, and a Pre K program which provides children a rich, stimulating environment where children can develop motor, cognitive, social and emotional skills through a balance of exploration and planned curriculum. Learning activities are designed to support the natural development of children and include individual, small group and large group exercises.

Child Development Center II

Army Child, Youth and School Services programs exist to support military readiness by reducing the conflict between a soldiers mission requirements and his or her parental responsibilities. To support this mission we offer full day, part day, hourly care, and a Pre K program which provides children a rich, stimulating environment where children can develop motor, cognitive, social and emotional skills through a balance of exploration and planned curriculum. Learning activities are designed to support the natural development of children and include individual, small group and large group exercises.

Child Development Center III

Army Child, Youth and School Services programs exist to support military readiness by reducing the conflict between a soldiers mission requirements and his or her parental responsibilities. To support this mission we offer full day, part day, hourly care, and a Pre K program which provides children a rich, stimulating environment where children can develop motor, cognitive, social and emotional skills through a balance of exploration and planned curriculum. Learning activities are designed to support the natural development of children and include individual, small group and large group exercises.

Child, Youth, and School Services

Child, Youth and School Services (CYSS) provides program options for eligible children and youth ages four weeks and 18 years. Services include: •Full, part time or hourly child care •Before/after school care •Camps •Programs for your middle school and teen youth •Instructional classes •Workforce preparation opportunities •Sports and fitness activities

Civil Liaison AWOL Apprehension

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

Claims Service

This office processes several different types of claims for and against the government.

Command Information

Command Information is the internal dissemination of news and information to better serve the needs and interests of Fort Meade's military. Command Information products include the SoundOff newspaper, this website and Fort Meade's growing emerging and social media presences. For web and social media inquires call 301-677-1109, for all others (301-677-5602).

Commissary

The Fort Meade Commissary offers an in-store bakery, deli, seafood, fresh sandwiches, hot foods and an in-store ATM. Patrons purchasing items must show military identification at checkout. The Commissary offers early-bird shopping daily from 7 a.m. until store opening. Purchases are limited to 20 items or less, processed through the self-checkouts

Corvias Leasing Center

Personalized service for family housing residents starts at the Leasing Center. Active Duty Service Members are eligible to apply for on-post housing at Fort Meade upon receipt of current PCS orders.

CPAC Human Resources

The Civilian Personnel Advisory Center services more than 2,000 Department of Army appropriated and non appropriated fund employees. The center has program responsibilities for recruitment, priority placement program, position management and classification, labor and management employee relations, personnel systems management ,and worker's compensation.

CPAC NAF Human Resources

The Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) office at Fort Meade offers services for all personnel. NAF activities provide services to military, their families and civilian patrons through different Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs. The NAF Human Resources Office offers jobs for NAF employment in child development, food and beverage management, bowling, marketing, recreation, pools, as well as clerical and administrative jobs. NAF employment opportunities are advertised on www.USAJobs.gov and are open to eligible and qualified US Citizens and Non-U.S. Citizens. In addition, service members can be employed after military duty hours in flexible or regular part time positions (evenings and weekends) with an approval from their commanding officer. The Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) HR office at Fort Meade offers strategic advisory services to their customers in the areas of recruitment, placement, position management, NAF Benefits, labor/management and employee relations services.

Criminal Law

This division prosecutes soldiers in all general and special courts-martial

CYSS SKIES Unlimited Program

SKIES Unlimited stands for “School of Knowledge, Inspiration, Exploration and Skills” with the word “Unlimited” for the unlimited possibilities that this program provides children and youth

Defense Military Pay Office

The Defense Military Pay Office (DMPO) provides timely and accurate support to Soldiers and tenant units located both on and off the installation. Additionally, handles death gratuity payments and cash collections for Soldiers whose beneficaries are located within the local area

Dental Clinic 3

Dental care at the Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Clinic

Dental Emergency

Emergency dental care

DES Headquarters

The Directorate of Emergency Services supports the Fort Meade community by providing police, physical security, access control, and fire and emergency services to maintain a safe and secure environment on the installation.

Drug Disposal

Most unused and unneeded pharmaceuticals can be disposed in special drop boxes located at the pharmacy. This removes potentially harmful medications from the home and provides environmentally safe disposal. Contact the Pharmacy for any special concerns.

Emergency Chaplain Services

In the event of an emergency situation, if you are unable to reach your Unit Chaplain, call the Military Police or contact the Installation Chaplain’s Office. Ask for assistance from the On-Call Chaplain. An On Call Chaplain will return your call to provide immediate assistance.

Employment Readiness Program

The Employmennt Readiness Program assists those seeking employment by providing information and referral services in the areas of employment, education, training, transition and volunteer opportunities. Assists eligible family members who are relocating as a result of a military or Civilian's sponsors permanent change of station.

EO Office

The U.S. Army will provide EO and fair treatment for military personnel and Family members without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, and provide an environment free of unlawful discrimination and offensive behavior.

Epes Dental Clinic

Dental services

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Principal staff advisor to Commanders, managers, supervisors and employees in matters related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Conducts statistical analysis of workforce and assists in the development and implementation of action plans for the installation’s affirmative employment program. Receives and processes EEO complaints from employees, applicants for employment, former employees and certain contract workers. Develops training in diversity management, Alternate Dispute Resolution, and Equal Employment Opportunity. Manages the Special Emphasis Program.

Exceptional Family Member Program

Mandatory Department of the Army enrollment for active duty service members who work with other military and civilian agencies to provide comprehensive and coordinated community support, housing, educational, medical and personnel services to military services with special needs.

Family Advocacy Program

Provides education and advocacy services designed to enhance family relationships and prevent incidents of child and spouse abuse. The program offers a variety of parenting support programs, including home visitation services for families of young children, educational workshops, support groups and a play group for young children. FAP program and classes include topics such as communication, conflict management, stress management, the dynamics of family violence and parenting. Short-term childcare is available to eligible families who participate in mandated programs.

Family Child Care Office

The Family Child Care Office (FCC) is a child care option offered to eligible Families through CYSS.

Family Life Ministries

Pastoral counseling for individuals, married couples and families

Family Pet Care Center

The Fort Meade Family Pet Care Center has 11 cat condos and 48 indoor/outdoor dog runs. The indoor runs are climate controlled, the outdoor runs are shaded with insulated roofing, and each has its own self-filling water bowl. There are services for dog washing and professional grooming by appointment only. There is a retail shop with a variety of pet products. Short and long term boarding services are available as well as doggie day care.

Financial Readiness

Provides services to assist military members and their families with financial affairs. Group and individual education and training are available regarding: •How to Budget •Financial Planning •Personal Financial Management •Debt Management Assistance •Home/Car Buying Counseling •Consumer Advocacy •Credit Report Review •Annual Military Saves Campaign •Saving and Investing Education •Family Subsistence Allowance (FSSA) - Pre-screening for eligibility •Emergency Food Assistance Program - Short-term food assistance

Fire and Emergency Services

Dispatch services, Emergency fire response, Emergency medical response, Hazardous material response, Fire prevention

First-Term Airmen Center

The First Term-Airmen Center facilitates Airmen who transition from their initial training to Fort Meade. The center provides a solid foundation of base and ancillary training programs and briefings in order to prepare first-term Airmen

Fleet and Family Support Center

Offers an array of classes, programs, and resources for sailors and their Families.

Fort Meade Dog Park

Park users and dog owners assume all risk related to park use - Enter at your own risk. By entering this park you agree to assume all duties and relates of liability.

Fort Meade Information

Complete listing of all Unit and Agency Phone numbers on Fort Meade

Fort Meade SFL-TAP Center Facebook Page

The Soldiers for Life – Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) delivers a world-class transition program for America's Army that ensures all eligible Retiring/Separating Soldiers have the knowledge, skills and self-confidence necessary to be competitive in the global workforce. SFL-TAP helps transitions make informed career decisions through benefits counseling and employment assistance.

Gaffney Fitness Center

Offering a full array of cardio equipment, weight lifting equipment, fitness classes and more! Fitness Center Amenities: Customer Service/Information desk, 65 inch TV to assist in sustaining your workout, Private personal trainers, Cardiovascular room with treadmills, steppers, bikes, rowers and more. Eleven TV's to assist in sustaining your workout, hammer strength and plate loaded machines, Life Fitness training equipment Expanded women's locker rooms, Men's and Women's sauna, 25 M indoor pool, Sun deck, Two racquetball courts, challenge Courts

Health Promotion

Fort Meade Health Promotion Operations provides an organized, integrated and effective alignment of programs, services and resources to holistically support Soldiers, Family Members, Retirees and Civilians. This effort consists of collaboration between service and program providers as well as military leadership across the installation in order maximize the spectrum of prevention and to raise awareness of and create greater access to programs, services and resources.

Heritage Park and Normandy Bluffs

Heritage Park is particularly special, as it’s dedicated to the history of Fort George G. Meade. The neighborhood features some of the post’s uniquely beautiful historic homes and cottages, originally built in the 1930s.

HOUSEHOLD GOODS, DIRECTORATE OF LOGISTICS PERSONAL PROPERTY SECTION

All newly assigned personnel arriving to Fort Meade , expecting inbound personal property should immediately contact, either in person or telephonically, the inbound personal property section. Provide them your unit of assignment and a duty phone number, and any other phone numbers where you can be contacted when your personal property arrives. This will help preclude having to place your property in temporary storage if you already have a delivery address. You will be counseled on personal property and household goods entitlements and procedures for military and civilians in connection with assignment, reassignment, or termination of Government-furnished family housing or quarters, to include when no change of station orders are issued. The will execute all necessary actions to complete timely pack-out, pick-up delivery and/ or storage of personal property from origin to destination. Assists service members in processing claims on a reimbursable basis.

Housing Environmental Health Response Registry

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.

Housing Information RCI and Housing Services Offices

Unaccompanied Personnel Housing

How to Start a Small Business

This 2-day seminar, offered quarterly and formerly called Starting a Business Seminar, is an introduction to starting your own business, assessing yourself as a business owner, tax, licensing and permit issues

Identification Cards

Provides identification card services by appointment and limited walk-ins.

IHG, Army Hotels

We provide lodging and temporary housing for active duty and retired military personnel, government contractors and civilians. Daily complimentary hot breakfast, weekly evening social, free wifi, free on-post shuttle, free guest laundry, full service business center, large great room that offers comfortable seating for family get together. All guest rooms offer a fully equipped kitchenettes, 42” Flat screen TV and DVD players, complimentary local calls, in suite hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and 24-hour fitness room. Pets are welcome (fee applies).

Infectious Disease Epidemiologist

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.

Inspector General

On a continuing basis, the Inspector General determines the state of economy, efficiency, discipline, and readiness throughout the command as directed by the commanding general, and provides assistance, on an area basis, to commanders, soldiers, family members, civilian employees, retirees, and others who seek help with problems related to the U. S. Army, so as to facilitate efficiencies and combat readiness.

Installation Motor Vehicle Accident Prevention

Motorcycle safety training and other requirements, traffic safety training, Army accident avoidance course,

Installation Occupational Safety and Health

This program prescribes policy and responsibility for implementation of the OSHA program mandated by Federal or state regulations and to reduce risk of accidental losses, injuries and occupational illness to the military and Army civilian workforce as required by EO 12196, 29 CFR 1960 and DODI 6055.1

Installation Prayer Breakfast

First Thursday of each month. Call for details.

Installation Safety Office

The Installation Safety Office supports the Command by identifying safety hazards and problems that affect post readiness and recommends courses of action that assure mission accomplishment.

Internal Review & Audit Compliance

The Internal Review & Audit Compliance (IRAC) Office provides the installation commander with an independent an objective evaluation of operations and related internal controls as well as audit liaison to external audit agencies

Jewish Services

Daily morning prayer services; weekly luncheon and prayer service

Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center (KACC)

Provide medical and healthcare services to Active Duty, servicemembers and their Family members. Services include: Allergy & Immunizations Anesthesia Audiology Behavioral Health Chiropractic Dermatology Dental Clinic Environmental Health Exercise Stress Test Gastroenterology Gynecology & Obstetrics Industrial Hygiene Internal Medicine Laboratory and Pathology Occupational Health Ophthalmology Optometry Pediatrics Pharmacy Physical Therapy Podiatry Radiology Urology

Legal Assistance

This office provides direct, confidential legal services to clients authorized in Army Regulation 27-3. These services include: advice and assistance on legal separations and other family law matters, will and estate planning, landlord tenant problems, debt disputes, contracts, and other issues, notary services, power-of-attorney, documents, and a wide range of informational materials.

Leisure Travel Services

LTS has discounted tickets to Disney World, local amusement parks and shows and many other area attractions! Please note that not all tickets are readily available and may have to be ordered. Allow extra time for delivery!

Magistrate Court

This office provides assistance to anyone who receives a ticket while on Fort Meade and must appear before the Magistrate Judge, unless he or she chooses to pay the ticket prior to the hearing date.

Media Relations

We work with external media organizations to "tell Fort Meade's story" through television and radio stations, newspapers and blogs. All media inquiries and concerns about public information should be referred to Media Relations.

Meuse Forest

Meuse Forest currently features the newest neighborhood construction on Fort Meade and is home to almost all rank bands. In Meuse Forest, residents will find new and renovated homes for junior NCOs, senior NCOs and company and field- grade officers.

Middle School Program

Before & After School Program for middle school age youth. Transportation is provided to and from both middle schools on the installation. Program offers middle school age students activities and programs to enhance and acquire social skills, develop creativity and build cultural awareness

Midway Common

Housing

Military and Family Life Consultant

Support senior commanders and work directly with Army Community Service, Child, Youth and School Services, National Guard Headquarters and Reserve Regional Command to provide deployment and reintegration support to Soldiers and their Families by providing short-term, problem solving, non-medical counseling services to cope with the military lifestyle

Military Caregiver Resource Directory

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 Caregiver Resource Directory

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 Caregiver Virtual Forum

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.

Military Pet Education (MilPetED) Mobile Application (Android)

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.

Military Pet Education (MilPetED) Mobile Application (iPhone)

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.

Mission and Installation Contracting Command

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) supports the Soldier and their families through the acquisition of goods and services vital to the Soldier's mission and well-being. Responsible for planning, integrating, awarding and administering contracts in support of FGGM Garrison and tenant activities

Mobilization and Deployment Program

Offers pre-deployment and reunion briefings, family readiness group training and support

Motorcycle Safety Training and Requirements

Basic Rider Course, Experienced Rider Course, Military Sport Bike Rider Course, Motorcycle Refresher Training

Murphy Field House

Murphy Field House offers Two Racquetball Courts, Aerobics Room, Basketball/Volleyball Courts, Locker Room, Weight Room and Cardio Rooms. Don't forget to sign up for one of our many Intramural Sports programs!

Muslim Prayer Room

The FGGM Islamic Community has a designated room at Argonne Hills Chapel Center for daily prayers during Ramadan and Jummah services.

National Resource Directory

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.

Non-appropriated Fund Human Resources Office

The Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) office at Fort Meade offers services for all personnel. NAF activities provide services to military, their families and civilian patrons through different Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs. The NAF Human Resources Office offers jobs for NAF employment in child development, food and beverage management, bowling, marketing, recreation, pools, as well as clerical and administrative jobs. NAF employment opportunities are advertised on www.USAJobs.gov and are open to eligible and qualified US Citizens and Non-U.S. Citizens. In addition, service members can be employed after military duty hours in flexible or regular part time positions (evenings and weekends) with an approval from their commanding officer. The Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) HR office at Fort Meade offers strategic advisory services to their customers in the areas of recruitment, placement, position management, NAF Benefits, labor/management and employee relations services.

Office of the Staff Judge Advocate

Provides timely legal advice, service and support to the command and staff of Fort Meade and any tenant-partner unit. It also provides legal services and preliminary legal advice to those in Fort Meade community

OUTBOUND (DEPARTING) PERSONAL PROPERTY INFORMATION

Immediately upon receipt of orders, contact outbound personal property section to make an appointment for briefing. After briefing, normal pick up time is 7 - 10 working days. During peak season (May - Sep) this could expand to 10 - 14 working days. On day of personal property pick up, quarters must be clean and free of insects. Also, focus should be on moving.

Outdoor Recreation - Burba Lake Park

Burba Park includes six lakeside locations perfect for family functions or unit/organization picnics. Outdoor pavilion include, tables, benches, grills, horseshoe pits, a softball field and a volleyball court. The cottage location features tables, chairs, and a well-equipped kitchen.

Parent Central Services

Parent Central Services is in charge of all CYSS program registration for your child(ren). The office can supply you with all the information needed about CYSS programs and registering for those programs.

PASSENGER TRAVEL

Coordinate Personnel Movements and Travel Services - Support movement of official travelers, individual groups, including providing necessary travel related briefings and documents for personnel traveling CONUS AND OCONUS.

PASSPORTS

Processes applications for passports and visas for military and civilian personnel at Fort Meade and the surrounding area. The agent will interview applicants to determine types of documents required (applications, naturalization papers, adoption papers, birth certificates, etc.

Physical Security Division

The Physical Security Division of Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) supports the installation in the following areas: Compliance Inspections, Courtesy Inspections, Vulnerability Assessments, Alarm Monitoring and Trouble Shooting, Closed Circuit TV and Cameras, DoD Lock Program, Staff Assistance Visits, Deployments / Re-deployment Support, Rapid Gate Program.

Physical Security Inspection Program

The Physical Security Division of Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) provides support to the installation through a comprehensive inspection program. The division inspects and can provide assistance in the following areas: Arms Rooms, Motor Pools, Tool Rooms, Supply Rooms, SIPRNET Communications, Field Ammunition Sites, Risk Assessments, Vulnerability Assessments, Mission Essential and Vulnerable Areas, DoD Lock Program, Scheduling Inspections.

Police Reports

To obtain a copy of your Military Police report, you must request it under the Freedom Of Information Act/Privacy Act through the Administrative Section of the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES).

Police Services Division

Enforcing federal and Maryland state law, installation orders and regulations, Preventing and Investigating Crimes, Providing traffic enforcement and control, Controlling civil disturbances, Apprehending military deserters, Animal control

Potomac Place/Patriot Ridge

New and renovated homes for junior NCO, senior NCO, company-grade and field-grade officers have been designed with input and recommendations from Fort Meade families themselves.

POV Lot

POV storage for deployment is a unit responsibility or provided on a reimbursable basis.

POV/Motorcycle Safety Training Classes - AIRS (requires CAC)

The U.S. Army Installation Command Registration system (AIRs) is a web-based scheduler and tracking tool for the Army Traffic Safety Training Program. AIRs allows military and civilian personnel to electronically register for traffic safety courses (Motorcycle Safety Classes and Intermediate Driver Training Classes) conducted at IMCOM garrisons.

Procurement and Administrative Law

This office provides legal advice and written opinions to commanders and staff members on a wide variety of issues

Protestant Ministries

Sunday School, Bible Studies, Children's Ministry, Vacation Bible School, PWOC

Protestant Services

Protestant Traditional, Contemporary and Gospel Services weekly

Public Affairs Office

Fort Meade partners with non-governmental organizations, civic agencies and other federal, state and local governments to provide services and opportunities that enhance the lives of those who live, work, and learn at Fort George G. Meade. Upon request, the office may conduct tours and coordinate participation at local community events.

Ready and Resilient (R2) Training Center

Ready and Resilient training, Performance Enhancement training, Engage training, Not in my Squad training, Training for special populations, goal setting, adaptive reconditioning, and Warrior games support training for Service members, Family members, and Civilians. R2 Training Centers provide performance skills that include instruction in mental skills foundations, confidence building, effective goal setting, attention control, energy management and imagery.

Reece Crossings

Reece Crossings is the Army’s first-ever on-post garden- style apartment community exclusively for unaccompanied junior enlisted service members of all branches.

Relocation Readiness Program

Provides information for relocating inbound and outbound service members and thier families. The program includes installation information worldwide, a lending closet, sponsor partnership, immigration, visa assistance, moving overseas classes and newcomer's orientation to Fort Meade

Resource Management Office

Responsible for appropriated funds and manpower allocated by the Installation Management Command to provide base operations support for Fort Meade and its tenant activities. Serves as the agency program coordinator for the government travel charge card and for the Transportation Incentive Program.

Retention Office

Professional, noncommissioned officer career counselors who can assist those interested in an Army career. Provides informatin on options and career opportunities available to units.

Retirement Services Office

Handles retirement applications of active duty personnel whose files are maintained on Fort Meade and offers guidance to military personnel contemplating retirement

School Aged Child Care

School Age Care Center provides before school, after school and hourly care for children in first through fifth grades. Children are transported to and from Manor View, Pershing Hill, West Meade and Meade Heights Elementary Schools. School Age Care Center provides full day care on days when the schools are closed and offers a fun and exciting Summer Day Camp from mid June to late August, based on the Anne Arundel County Public Schools calendar.

School Support Services

School Support Services: Builds relationships and facilitate communication among Army Families and the local school community, Inform and assist parents with school transitions and deployment challenges , Establish school and community partnerships, Facilitate access to home school resources for parents, Provide information about college and other post-secondary opportunities and preparation materials

SFL-TAP Pre-separation Counseling

Upon completion of the Pre-separation Counseling. Soldier will receive Initial Counseling and two copies of DD2648/2648-1 (Pre-separation Counseling Checklist). The DD2648/2648-1 is the prerequisite to all other services.

Soldier & Family Assistance Center

Provides one-on-one assistance to Warriors in transition and their Families, coordinating military, local, state, and federal services to meet individual and family needs.

Soldier for Life - Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP)

The Soldiers for Life – Transition Assistance Program (SFL-TAP) delivers a world-class transition program for America's Army that ensures all eligible Retiring/Separating Soldiers have the knowledge, skills and self-confidence necessary to be competitive in the global workforce. SFL-TAP helps transitions make informed career decisions through benefits counseling and employment assistance.

State Epidemiologist

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 Public Health Laboratory

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.

Survivor Outreach Services

Provides long-term support to surviving Families of Fallen Soldiers

Tax Center Services

This office provides free tax assistance, preparation and filing for authorized customers.

Traffic Accident Investigation Section

If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, you are required by Law to notify the local Police agency regardless of the severity of damage. If you were operating a military vehicle(tactical or non-tactical) when the accident occurred you are also required to notify the Police Desk, and obtain the information needed to complete a SF 91 (Motor Vehicle Accident Report)

Transition Assistance Program Workshop

This is a mandatory 5 day workshop normally given twice per month. Trained facilitators and instructors provide information about Veteran benefits, Financial Planning, and teach necessary job search skills and facilitate resume writing.

Trial Defense

This office represents soldiers charged with military criminal offenses at trial.

United Service Organization

The United Service Organization (USO) is a private, non-profit organization that supports troops by providing morale, welfard, and recreation-type services to men and women in uniform.

Vehicle Registration

All personnel that live, work, or frequently visit JBM-HH are required under Army Regulation 190-5 to register their vehicles on the installation.

Veterans Administration (VA) Benefits Briefing

You will receive information about the broad range of Veterans Administration (VA) benefits and eligibility. During the brief VA Counselors explain benefits, compensation and pension, healthcare, vocational rehabilitation/ employment, education and training, home loan guarantee, life insurance, survivor and burial. They explain how to apply and help with application.

Veterinary Treatment Facility

Routine veterinary care for pets is available by appointment on an outpatient basis at the Fort Meade Veterinary Treatment Facility.

Visitor Control Center

All visitors should report to the gate at the corner of Reece Road and MD Route 175 in Odenton. All other gates are for DoD identification card holders.

Visual Information Branch

Provides all visual Information products and services that require the submission of a Department of the Army Form 3903. Request forms include services for photography, graphics, multimedia, audiovisual and VI equipment loans.

Volunteer Programs

Provides volunteer opportunities designed to teach new skills, helps maintain an active resume, and meet new friends while working various community programs. A wide range of volunteer positions, including virtual volunteering, is available

Weapons Registration

All personnel that reside on JBM-HH are required under Army Regulation 190-11 and JBM-HH Regulation 190-3 to register their privately owned weapons on the installation within 3 days of arrival on post. Personnel that reside off post that intend to transport weapons on the installation will also register them. All personnel residing in the barracks will register and store privately owned weapons in their unit arms rooms

Work/Life Services

Work/Life Services provides assistance, including a wide array of award-winning programs, resources, referrals, and consultation, designed to address quality of life issues for employess on the National Security Agency compound

Wounded Warrior Ombudsman Program

The Wounded Warrior Ombudsmen serve as a local resource, facilitator, and problem solver for Service Members and their Families. Ombudsmen are located in the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) and serve as a liaison between MEDCOM, the Soldier and Family member, the MTF commander, and the Warrior in Transition Unit (WTU) commander. The Ombudsman assists WTU and non-WTU Soldiers and their Families with medical related issues. The Wounded Soldier Family Hotline (WSFH) [(800) 984-8523] serves as a 24/7 resource to any beneficiary seeking assistance with a medical issue/concern including wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers, and military Caregivers. Whether you have questions about the Disability Evaluation System process, the VA Caregiver Program, or benefits, the WSFH and Ombudsmen are standing by to assist. If you are not in a community with an Ombudsman, please call the Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline at (800) 984-8523.

Youth Services - Teen Center

The Fort Meade Teen Center opened up in 2006 with the bare minimum and in just a short period have grown to what it is today with the help of the great staff, bright teenagers, and a commitment to excellence. The Teen Center is located at at 3102 MacArthur Road Fort Meade, Maryland 20755, less than 300 feet across from Meade Senior High School. Here at the Teen Center, we encourage high school teenagers to be the best that they can be by challenging themselves in various means.

Youth Services - Youth Center

Youth Services offers a Before and After School Program for middle school age youth. Transportation is provided to and from both middle schools on the installation. The program is staffed with well trained and caring youth professionals serving the after school needs of the youth of our community. The services provided include a safe and supervised setting with freedom for a variety of activity choices. Homework Assistance is available in the combined space of the homework center and computer lab. Educational and recreational software are available for exploration in the computer lab, as well as structured computer and program skill classes.

Youth Sports

The Ft. Meade CYS Sports and Fitness program provides a wide range of opportunities for participation in team sports and outdoor activities. The program emphasizes fun, fundamentals, maximum participation and physical conditioning rather than winning or losing. In compliance with the Boys and Girls Club of America we inspire and enable all young people to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

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