Information links and points of contact for military families heading to JBLM

Joint Base Lewis-McChord public access  
Provides links to information about base lodging facilities, housing, medical facilities, on- and off- base schools, commissaries, AAFES, MWR and Services, childcare, teen and youth centers and more. 

Military Homefront
MilitaryHOMEFRONT is the Department of Defense website for official Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) program information, policy and guidance designed to help troops and their families, leaders, and service providers. Whether you live the military lifestyle or support those who do, you'll find what you need!

McChord Field Lodging/Billeting
The 24-hour arrival location is the Evergreen Inn, building 1147.  To make lodging reservations or for information in general about the lodging facility, click the link.

McChord Field Airman & Family Readiness Center
For assistance with all of your relocation concerns or for information on Airman and Family Readiness Center programs and services.

Automated Housing Referral Network
Looking for off base housing in the Fort Lewis-McChord Field commuting area? View thousands of locations that are for rent or for sale. 

School Liaison Officer (SLO) Call
253-982-3572/DSN 312-382-3572
For answers to questions about on- and off-base schools for grades K through 12. 

Military OneSource
This DoD-sponsored website provides free information to active duty military personnel,  spouses and their family members. Questions about childbirth, parenting, education, financial matters, PCS moves, taxes, medical concerns, citizenship and more can be address by the experts at Military Onesource. 

Child Care | School Age | Youth Programs:
Offer a variety of programs and services to address the needs of growing and active children.  The two childcare centers offer programs and services for children 6 weeks to 5 years old.  There is also a Before and After School program for school-age children.   The Youth Center offers Boys & Girls club and 4H activities, as well as a year-round sports program.

Special Needs / Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
Information, referral and educational programs, and services to families who have been identified, entered into the EFMP program and are requesting services. 

Newcomer’s Orientation
The Airman & Family Readiness Center offers a mandatory program for active duty military personnel being assigned to McChord Field.  The Wing Commander and other briefers provide important information especially for newcomers to the Wing.

Local base activities
Get outside and enjoy the great outdoors—head out shopping—check out the local farmers’ markets & more!  Find out what’s available on base & just outside the gates!
Outdoor Recreation
Leisure Travel
BOSS
Community/Recreation Centers

Key Spouse
Key Spouses are a focal point for information and support to families in their units. A Key Spouse is someone who listens when people need to talk, and a point of contact to refer families and members in the right direction for various services.
Spouse education opportunities
Family Readiness program
TRICARE