Serving in the military is among the many honors that a US citizen can bestow upon their country. However, it is a calling that requires great sacrifice, not just from the service member but also from their loved ones.
For military families, deployment can mean months or even years apart from their spouse or parent. And for those with small children, it can be difficult to find quality child care and schools in the area surrounding the base. This article will focus on the best US military bases that every member serving in the military and their families can call home.
Fort Carson, CO
Fort Carson is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado and is home to the 4th Infantry Division and the 10th Special Forces Group. The base has a population of over 14,000 active duty personnel and nearly 8,500 family members. Located about 5 miles South of Colorado Springs, this military base is revered for its cool military base life and cool mountain air.
Military officers who move in the base with families will find four, three or two bedroomed houses equipped with the necessary appliances. In addition, it has all the necessary care services that play a big role in creating a good environment for families to feel at home.
Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington state is a joint military installation home to the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Air Force service members. The base is located in a beautiful country area and offers many different family amenities, including schools, child care, medical facilities and recreation facilities.
A military family living in this base will choose to live in the single-family homes, small duplexes, four-bedroomed houses or along the tree-lined city of Duport. Kids who live here attend good schools and have many good playing grounds.
Naval Station Mayport
Naval Station Mayport is located in Jacksonville, Florida and is one of the largest naval stations in the world. The base houses over 30 ships and 32,000 service members and their families.
The base has several different amenities for families, including schools, child care, medical facilities and recreation facilities. Military officers living on this base with their families will enjoy a modern community center, restaurants, swimming pools as well as a modern golf course
Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Marine Corps Base Hawaii is located in Kaneohe Bay on the island of Oahu. The base houses the 3rd Marine Regiment, the 4th Marine Regiment and the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing.
This military installation is well known for its pristine beaches, stunning tropical scenery and year-round warm weather. Families living on the base will enjoy many different amenities, including schools, child care, medical, and recreation facilities.
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Fort Bragg
Fort Bragg is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina and is home to the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division and the 20th Special Forces Group. The base has a population of over 50,000 active duty personnel and nearly 20,000 family members.
Families living on this base will enjoy several different amenities, including schools, child care, medical, and recreation facilities. The base also has many housing options, ranging from single-family homes to apartments.
Conclusion
Serving in the US military is an honorable and noble profession. And while deployment can be difficult, there are a number of military bases that offer a great quality of life for families. These five bases, in particular, offer a number of different amenities and facilities that make them ideal for families.
This article was originally published on USMilitary.org and has been shared with permission.
I’m looking for a soldier that was stationed at Fort Knox Kentucky in 1985 at 42nd field hospital. His home of record will San Antonio Texas.. The last I knew he was stationed at Walter Reed at about 1989.
Can a spouse of a retired Army vet live in Fort Bragg housing or do we buy the single family home ?
JUST READ TODAY THAT TRICARE PRESCRIPTIONS WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE AS PREVIOUS. THEY ARE TO BE FILLED WITH EXPRESS SCRIPTS ALTHOUGH MY DAUGHTER SHOWED ME THAT HER COMPUTER SHOWS ALBERTSON/KROGER, CVS, WALGREENS, AND OTHERS WILL BE AVAILABLE.
I havent heard anything about the problems with Express Scripts 5 billion contract from DOD on the condition that Express Scripts eliminate 33% of its pharmacies from Tricare coverage. my pharmacy and Walmart no longer accept Tricare coverage. that leaves only Safeway and Riteaid or mail order. my prescriptions thar used to be 1.42/172 are now 12 dollars. Plus, when i ran out a medication. I was told to get a courtesy 10 day supply and pay out of pocket. I have spent more since october and november than i did all last year. Plus im gettting unordered meds…I currently have a 5 month supply of lidocaine patches at 12 dollars a box. This new contract is affecting alot of rural areas that only have one pharmacy. Check out…Lawsuits against Express Scripts.
Seems like just recently started paying full price for prescriptions, need help with solutions,.Safeway said tri care does not cover anymore?may have to rely on base 2 hours away if they even accept. A lot of hassle since moving.
Ft Lewis and Mc cord there is a lot of things to do there for families and for children and for traveling to many places from there and close to Canada and close to yellow stone park and the space needle and not far Portland and California and Vegas
I have tried to get my back coverage i was a 55 bravo and i humped ammunition .i hope this next go around will help me get approved for my back iam at 10% for my hearing that is nothing to live on.They should be a shame to do that to vets with tintnius.we should at least get 50% so we can pay our bills. I hope wirh my claim ony back goes thru this time.so my rating will increase. 90% would be good if i cannot get the 100. We have to fight and if you get a honorable you should not have to figjt to get help.I just hope this changes.
Searching for military friends whom I have lost contact with. Sheryl Beasley from Boston, Angela Williams (Mitchell) San Antonio, Cathy Reed Riveria Beech Florida.,Mary Hall Philadelphia, if anyone know any of these soldiers please as them to contact me asap. Please.. From MS living in El Paso, TX, near Ft Bliss.
Please contact me on sat or sun if possible. .Am currently having medical problems and am gone alot ….can try on weekdays or nights .please be patient ill do my best to get to you within 24 to 72 hours
FTCAMPBELL HAS IT ALL FROM HUNTING FISHING AND MANY OUT DOORS THINGS FROM BOATS CAMPERS AND A CAMP GROUND BUT THE SOLIDERS HERE ALSO HAVE LAND BETWEEN THE LAKES AND MUCH MORE PLUS ON POST LIVING IS THE BEST IF THEY CLOSED THE POST NO IN OR OUT YOU COULD AND WOULD NO REALLY CARE
This process took a long time. I don’t know that it was worth it to take the time to read all this. Glad to know that our military is well taken care of along with their families. I just hope this help for the family continues if one of our trioops does not come home.