FORT HOOD RESOURCE DIRECTORY
The links listed below are all the key links that provide key information on services, points of interest or organizations on the installation. The Great Place has many resources for all who call it home. Be sure to visit the Quick Reference Guides at right, or the pathway-specific pages located on our homepage.
ABOUT THE INSTALLATION
Learn all about the installation and its history.
AMMUNITION SUPPLY POINT
The Ammunition Supply Point enables training and other operations across the installation. There are various requirements for draw, turn-in and other procedures that you can review on their website.
APACHE ARTS AND CRAFTS CENTER ⚠
We are here for all your artistic ambitions, from creating a custom frame or a ceramic masterpiece. Let our craftsmen design and produce your memento or gift for any occasion in embroidery, screen printing, custom trophies and plaques, or frame shop.
ARMY COMMUNITY SERVICE ⚠
Located on the second floor of the Shoemaker Building, Building 36000, ACS offers programs supporting Soldier and family readiness, prevention, financial, relocation, and spouse employment assistance.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING EMPLOYMENT AND VOLUNTEER SERVICES: Employment and Volunteer Services (YouTube)
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING FINANCIAL READINESS: Financial Readiness (YouTube)
ARMY CONTINUING EDUCATION SERVICES
Education Services are located in the Soldier Development Center, Building 33009. We assist you with tuition assistance and educational goals.
ARMY FISHER HOUSE ⚠
Provides temporary lodging for families of active duty, retirees, and veterans undergoing treatment at local medical facilities.
ARMY MILITARY PAY OFFICE
Find information on filing your PCS Smart Voucher and routine pay inquiries to ease your transition.
ARMY SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM
Supports readiness and quality of life through deterrence, education, and referral services for substance abuse.
BETTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR SINGLE SOLDIERS (BOSS) ⚠
Enhances quality of life for single Soldiers through community service and leisure events, open to all MWR patrons.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING BOSS: Better Opportunities for Single Service Members (YouTube)
Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area (BLORA) ⚠
Enjoy camping, waterfront activities, fishing, kayaking, BLORA Ranch and more.
CARL R. DARNALL ARMY MEDICAL CENTER ⚠
State-of-the-art medical facilities with virtual care, specialty, emergency, and inpatient services for all beneficiaries.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING THE MEDICAL CENTER: Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (YouTube)
CASEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY ⚠
Search for books, ebooks, movies and audiobooks via MyLibrary catalogs or visit for staff assistance.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING CASEY MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Casey Memorial Library (YouTube)
CASUALTY ASSISTANCE CENTER ⚠
Provides professional service to next-of-kin of critically injured, ill or deceased Soldiers and veterans.
CAVAZOS CONNECTOR
Fare-free transit system launching March 2, enhancing mobility and quality of life across post.
CENTRAL ISSUE FACILITY (CIF)
Operates issue/turn-in points for Organizational Clothing & Equipment in support of all tenant units.
CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE
The surrounding communities support Army families. Visit their websites:
Killeen Chamber; Copperas Cove Chamber; Harker Heights Chamber; Belton Chamber; Florence Chamber; Salado Chamber; Gatesville Chamber; Temple Chamber; Lampasas Chamber; Jarrell Chamber
CHILD & YOUTH SERVICES ⚠
Programs and services for eligible military and civilian families: child care, youth programs, camps, sports, teens’ activities.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING THE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTERS: Child Development Center (YouTube)
CIVILIAN PERSONNEL ADVISORY CENTER
Located in Kouma Village, Bldg 4820 Washington St. – HR support for transitioning service members, spouses, civilians, and veterans.
COMMISSARY ⚠
Worldwide grocery chain for military personnel, retirees, and families. Savings compared to commercial prices; 5% surcharge funds improvements.
COMMUNITY EVENTS AND BINGO CENTER ⚠
Smoke-free facility with bingo, events, and room rentals for your next gathering.
COMPUTERS, PRINTERS AND SCANNERS AVAILABLE ON POST
Download the PDF to learn about free and fee-based access to computers, printers, and scanners across post.
CONSOLIDATED CLIENT SERVICES OFFICE
Legal advice on administrative actions, domestic relations, consumer issues, notarizations, and more. Watch: Legal Services Office (YouTube)
DINING FACILITIES
Eight dining facilities, two food trucks, and one kiosk serve the post. Click for up-to-date hours and locations.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Programs from vocational certificates through graduate degrees, tuition assistance, and on-post Central Texas College campus.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Call 911 for emergencies; 254-287-4001 for non-emergencies. Award-winning department at your service.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Offers counseling and support for Soldiers, family members, and DoD civilians facing personal or work challenges.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal environmental laws across the installation.
EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY MEMBER PROGRAM ⚠
Connects families with special needs to services across the garrison. Watch: Exceptional Family Member Program (YouTube)
EXCHANGE ⚠
18 retail facilities, 100+ concessionaires, and 32 restaurants. Visit our website for locations and hours.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Contact 254-287-1245 for information on Fort Hood’s EEO program and services.
FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM ⚠
Seminars, workshops, counseling, and intervention to strengthen Army families through life’s challenges.
UNITS
Information on tenant units, III Armored Corps HQ, and mobilization platform supporting Total Force readiness.
FINANCIAL READINESS ⚠
Topics: military pay, budgeting, debt elimination, saving, investing, credit, checkbook management, and more.
FITNESS CENTERS ⚠
State-of-the-art exercise equipment free to authorized patrons.
FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION COURSE
Online training through Environmental Health for public food service personnel.
FORT HOOD FAMILY AND MWR ⚠
Dining, entertainment, adventure programs, fishing, golf, and off-post excursions in Central Texas.
FORT HOOD INSTALLATION RECEPTION CENTER
In-process link for all incoming Soldiers with detailed reporting procedures.
FORT HOOD POLICIES
Policy letters from the CG on firearms, off-limits, and more.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Right to access federal agency records, subject to nine exemptions and law enforcement exclusions.
GATE INFORMATION
Non-DoD visitors can obtain passes at Marvin Leath Visitors Welcome Center, plus vehicle registration and license renewal.
HOME BASED BUSINESS ⚠
Work-from-home business support through HBB program across PCS moves.
HOUSING OFFICE
Assistance with on/off-post housing, lease practices, TLA/TLE, packets, and dispute resolution. Watch: Installation Housing Office (YouTube)
HOUSE WATCH PROGRAM
Exterior security checks on quarters while away. Download participation form.
ID Cards / DEERS
ID Card Office at Bldg 130 (Legends Way & TJ Mills). CAC for Soldiers via Brigade S-1. Schedule appointments online.
INDOOR POOL ⚠
Safe and respectful use; enter via Abrams PFC lobby with valid DoD ID.
INSPECTOR GENERAL
Independent assessment of readiness, morale, welfare, discipline, and command efficiency.
INTRAMURAL SPORTS ⚠
Soldiers, tackle a new sport or get better at one you already enjoy with Army Intramural Sports programs.
LEISURE TRAVEL SERVICE ⚠
Where the fun begins: purchase tickets for everything from Texas attractions, to out of state attractions, Universal Orlando, Disney military promotional tickets, Disneyland in California, Disney World in Florida, military lodging and choice hotels.
MAIN EXCHANGE ⚠
On behalf of the entire Fort Hood Exchange staff, we welcome you. We have 18 retail facilities, more than 100 concessionaires and 32 restaurants across the installation. Please visit our website for locations and times.
MAINTENANCE WORK ORDERS
Do you need help with heating, air conditioning, carpentry, electrical and plumbing repairs? The Operations and Maintenance Division services Fort Hood facilities and buildings (except family housing) and can assist you. Call 254-287-2113 to submit a work order or click on the link above to learn more about our services. For family housing maintenance issues, call 254-532-3133.
MEETING SPACES ON THE INSTALLATION
Fort Hood has a variety of meeting spaces available for use, both free and fee-based. Download the PDF to learn what is available.
MILITARY PERSONNEL SERVICES DIVISION
The Military Personnel Services Division is involved in all of the activities of sustaining the human dimension needs of Soldiers, retirees, veterans and their families. Some of these activities include Soldier Readiness Processing and Central In/Out-processing, casualty affairs, separations, ID Card and DEERS services, retirement services and the full spectrum of military personnel office services.
MY ARMY POST APP
The My Army Post App works to facilitate easy access to information for Soldiers and their families. It was created to better communicate the resources available on the installation, becoming a one-stop shop for Soldiers and their families to receive information. App users will be able to tailor their home screen based upon where they live and what services they use.
NEWCOMERS INFORMATION AND ORIENTATION
Learn about Fort Hood and all the services we offer here, including about the weekly installation orientation that is available to newly arrived Soldiers and their family members. This free event takes place every Thursday; the doors open at 8:45 a.m., with the event beginning at 9 a.m. at the Lone Star Conference Center. Those who attend will hear from the commanding general, the Garrison commander and agency representatives. Free childcare is available on-site to those who attend.
NEW PARENT SUPPORT PROGRAM ⚠
The Army’s New Parent Support Program helps Soldiers and family members who are expecting a child or have a child or children up to 3 years of age build strong, resilient military families. Through a variety of supportive services including home visits, support groups and parenting classes, the NPSP teaches ways to cope with stress, isolation, military transitions such as deployments and post-deployment reunions, and the everyday demands of parenthood.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING NPSP: New Parent Support Program (YouTube)
OPERATION SECURITY
The Fort Hood OPSEC team educates the Fort Hood community, families, Soldiers and civilians on protecting sensitive information. You can also submit OPSEC violations at the link above.
ON POST LODGING ⚠
If you're looking to stay on post while visiting or transitioning to or from Fort Hood, we've got you covered. Fort Hood offers modern, comfortable lodging that puts you near all of the on-post action. Walking distance from well-known eateries and even the post office, one stay and you'll find why on post lodging at Fort Hood is always in demand.
PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION
Whether you're headed to Fort Hood or the time has come for your next duty station, find all the contact information you need for a smooth move here.
PERSONAL PROPERTY PROCESSING OFFICE
We can help you with your personal property shipments, claims and personally procured move settlements. We offer walk-in times and weekly briefs.
PREGNANCY AND POSTPARTUM PHYSICAL TRAINING
The Army Pregnancy/Postpartum Physical Training Program, also known as P3T, is a standardized physical training and education program designed to enable pregnant and postpartum Soldiers to maintain fitness, according to the U.S. Army Public Health Center. Fort Hood has a weekly P3T program, details can be found by clicking the title above.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The Public Affairs Office supports the garrison by communicating on behalf of the installation and its leadership—providing clear, accurate, timely information to internal and external audiences. We employ a variety of communication strategies including internal news and information products, media engagement and public outreach.
REASSIGNMENTS - LEVY BRIEF
Assist Soldiers and their families who have been notified of an upcoming Permanent Change of Station, or also called reassignment.
RECREATION EQUIPMENT CHECKOUT CENTER ⚠
We're your one-stop rental facility for all your recreation needs: sports equipment, organization day gear, fundraisers, parties, supplies and more.
RECYCLING
Our program makes it easy for you to recycle whether you're in on-post housing or at the motor pool. Recycling reduces impacts on the environment and helps sustain Army readiness.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING RECYCLING: Fort Hood Recycle (YouTube)
RELIGIOUS SUPPORT OFFICE - CHAPLAIN
The Religious Support Office serves Soldiers and families at 13 chapels located across post that meet your spiritual needs. Whatever your religious background, you can grow and flourish during your assignment here in the heart of America. The RSO also offers local food resources and can hold special events.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING RSO: Fort Hood Religious Support Office and Chaplains (YouTube)
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE ⚠
ACS Relocation Assistance can assist with basic household items, worldwide military information assistance, sponsorship and more.
RETIREMENT SERVICES OFFICE
The Retirement Services Program is designed to assist Soldiers and their Families in their transition to retirement and to keep them updated on their benefits and entitlements after retirement. This includes active duty, retirees, spouses, dependents, widows, widowers, former spouses, and veterans. A primary element of retirement services is proper and timely counseling on the career status bonus, Survivor Benefit Plan and Reserve Component SBP.
SAFETY OFFICE
Instill policies and procedures for a comprehensive Garrison Safety Program. Provide technical advice to the Garrison commander and staff on integration of safety and risk management into all missions and functions within the command.
SCHOOLS
On-post school locator and Fort Hood School Liaison Officer assistance for registration and transitions.
SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS ⚠
Located on the first floor of the Shoemaker Center, Building 36000, School Liaison Officers help transitioning Soldiers and families integrate with the area schools. The SLO's knowledge and relationships with community educators are a great resource to enhance student achievement. Please visit them in Parent Central Services to learn more about education related policies, local public school districts, private schools and home school.
WATCH A VIDEO DISCUSSING THE SLOS: School Liaison Officer (YouTube)
Sexual Harassment / Assault Response and Prevention (SHARP) Resource Center
If you have been the victim of sexual harassment or sexual assault, you have a voice, you have rights and we’re here to help. You’ll find an advocate ready to assist you 24/7. Click on our link for more information on assistance with reporting, support and prevention.
SOLDIER AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE CENTER ⚠
Located on 62nd Street near the hospital, the Soldier and Family Assistance Center is a one-stop location built to equip and aid wounded, ill and injured Soldiers who are assigned or attached to Warrior Transition Units. SFAC services help these Soldiers make life-changing decisions as they transition back to duty or on to civilian life.
SPORTSMEN'S CENTER ⚠
Your Sportsmen's Center supports your skeet and trap shooting and archery needs, as well as a pro shop to support hunting and fishing equipment. We also allow the dining room and meeting room to be rented out after hours for unit functions, groups and clubs. The outdoor shelter area and pavilion behind Sportsmen's Center next to the Archery range has picnic tables, grills and a volleyball court. Don't forget to target your hunger with the Sportsmen's Center Grill for all your home-style breakfast and lunch items.
Located on the second floor of the Shoemaker Building, Building 36000, the Employment Readiness Program offers resources to help with your career plan and job search. Whether you’re a military spouse or family member who just moved to a new installation, retiree, DoD civilian looking for new opportunities or active duty military, active Reserve, National Guard member or Wounded Warrior, we’re here to help.
SUICIDE PREVENTION
Training and resources focusing on suicide prevention.
SURVIVOR OUTREACH SERVICES ⚠
We facilitate support groups where families and individuals can share feelings, burdens, thoughts, resources and information in a safe and understanding setting.
COURSES OF CLEAR CREEK ⚠
Nestled among the hills of Central Texas, we offer the amenities that you'd expect to find at a private country club.
THINGS TO DO
There are a variety of activities available on Fort Hood and in the surrounding area: Hill Country recreation, lakes, sports, cultural and volunteer opportunities.
TOTAL ARMY SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
The Total Army Sponsorship Program mission is to help Soldiers and their families better integrate into the U.S. Army, and to assist them when they transition to different units. Sponsorship applies to all active component Soldiers in ranks E-1 through O-6. TASP ensures incoming Soldiers are assigned sponsors prior to reporting to their next duty station. Obtaining a sponsor reduces the stress of reporting to a new unit, enhances resiliency and improves readiness among Soldiers and family members.
TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
We provide transition and employment assistance to Soldiers and their adult family members who are transitioning from active duty.
TRANSPORTATION OFFICE
The Transportation Office manages / provides the following services: Personal Property Processing Office, Official Travel (Port-Call) and service member passport and visa requests, Government vehicles and freight movement.
UNIT INFORMATION
Click on the link to find information, locations, email addresses and staff duty phone numbers of installation units and more on the units stationed here at Fort Hood or are a part of the III Armored Corps.
USO TEXAS ⚠
The USO is a great place to relax and unwind. We’ve got a multimedia and gaming center, music room, and snack bar. Click on our link to see a list of our upcoming special events.
VICTIM ADVOCACY PROGRAM ⚠
The Family Advocacy Victim Advocate Program is a specialized function within FAP providing comprehensive assistance and liaison to and for victims of spouse abuse and sexual assault.
VETERINARY CENTER ⚠
The Fort Hood Veterinary Center is excited to assist you with your beloved dogs and cats. We specialize in preventive medicine (vaccines, routine testing and preventive medications) and routine out-patient procedures (spays, neuters, dental procedures and mass removals). Our goal is to provide you with superior care and a positive experience at each visit.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ⚠
We are home to the center of volunteer recruitment, referral, recognition and advocacy efforts for Fort Hood. Volunteers are recruited for a wide variety of positions throughout the on and off-post communities. Individuals wishing to benefit from volunteer service may register their resumes and more. Organizations wishing to benefit from volunteer service may register their volunteer job descriptions with the Volunteer Center, whose staff will work to fill the positions with the right volunteers.
WEAPONS REGISTRATION
Soldiers are required to register their firearm if they are to transport or possess a privately owned weapon on the installation for any reason. Click on the link to receive information on both manual and automated registration options and key facts about firearms on the installation.