Supplemental Sponsorship Training
Oct. 1, from noon to 1 p.m., online. Optional supplemental training for those who have completed the eSAT Sponsorship Application & Training. Covers local resources and support tips for sponsors. Registration is required. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
USAJOBS Navigation & Federal Resume
Oct. 1, from 1-3 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Learn how to navigate the USAJOBS website, interpret federal vacancy announcements, and build a competitive federal resume. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Parenting After Domestic Violence: Helping
Children Who Witness Domestic Violence
Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10 a.m. to noon, Family Advocacy Center, 2270 Stanley Road, building 198. This class is designed to help parents who have experienced domestic violence understand the impact on their children and themselves; to teach parents to talk to and listen to their children about their experience of the violence; to encourage children's resiliency, and to support parents in strengthening their relationships with their children. This is a five-part series. Call 210-221-1996 for more information.
Newcomer’s Orientation
Oct. 3 & 17, from 8 a.m. to noon, Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Mandatory in-processing brief for all newly assigned military personnel at JBSA. Family members are welcome. To register, contact your CSS, CPO, or unit personnel office. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
In Her Shoes® Community Education
Oct. 6, 1-3 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. An experiential learning session about domestic violence from the DAF Family Advocacy Program. The In Her Shoes® series is an evidenced informed community education tool designed for experiential learning about domestic violence. Participants move, act, think, and make choices as a person experiencing an abusive relationship. For more information, call 210-221-1996.
National Night Out at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m., 502d Security Forces Squadron headquarters parking lot, building 2250. The JBSA-Fort Sam Houston NNO will have McGruff, the NNO Knight, the 323d Headquarters Battalion’s – Fort Sam’s Own/Cole High School bands and a DJ for entertainment. Light snacks and beverages will be served before departing on the parade route. Vehicles on display and participating will include Police, Fire, EMS and invited commands from all branches. Schedule includes mingling, snacks and music playing, playing of the National Anthem and presentation of colors, signing of proclamation and a parade through the housing areas.
First Duty Station Officer Course
Oct. 7, from 8-9:30 a.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Mandatory for all non-prior enlisted officers serving at their first duty station. Designed for active duty members, this course enhances financial readiness and overall mission readiness, focusing on long-term wealth building, debt reduction, car buying, consumer protection, home buying, and more. Federal civilians may also attend on a space-available basis. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Car Seat 101
Oct. 7, from 9-11 a.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Learn the basics of car seat safety including installation tips, proper use, and how to adjust as your child grows. Forward-facing, rear-facing, convertible seat, angles, tether straps, hooks, and anchors are all covered. Service members E-5 and below may be eligible for a free car seat. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
PCS Touchpoint CMT
Oct. 7 & 21, from 2:30-3:30 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Financial readiness training for service members undergoing a PCS move. Required for Soldiers in grades E4, O3, WO2 and below. This training fulfills the DOW Financial Touchpoint requirement. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Pre-Deployment Briefing
Oct. 9 & 23, from 9-11 a.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Mandatory for all service members deploying, going TDY over 30 days, or assigned to remote locations. It covers financial readiness and preparation tips and fulfills the Department of War Financial Touchpoint requirement. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Post-Deployment Reunion & Reintegration
Oct. 9 & 23, from 1-3 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Required for all returning service members. Addresses reintegration, finances, and stress management. Spouses are encouraged to attend. Fulfills the DOW Financial Touchpoint requirement. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Trails & Tales Guided Tour
Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. Explore the largest collection of historic buildings in the DOW with a guided installation tour. Open to all DOW ID cardholders. Registration is required. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Regional Navy Ball
Oct. 11, Hyatt Regency, San Antonio Riverwalk. Tickets are now available for the 250th South Texas Regional Navy Ball. All Navy personnel are required to wear dress blue uniform and maintain proper Navy grooming standards through the entire event. Dress blues will be worn with ribbons; medals are optional. Personnel from other branches should wear the equivalent service uniform. Civilian guests are expected to wear appropriate formal attire. Daycare will not be provided for this event. The last day to purchase tickets is Oct. 7. Tickets can be purchased using the following link: https://pci.jotform.com/252196658271061.
Dads: The Basics
Oct. 14, 1-4 p.m., Family Advocacy Center, 2270 Stanley Road, building 198. This class is Intended to give dads some basic information about becoming a dad and your role as a father. Participants gain helpful lists, guides, and information related to pregnancy, labor, and delivery, communicating with your spouse, caring for an infant, and managing family issues. For more information, call 210-221-1996.
EFMP Howl Down
Oct. 17, from 6-8 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. The JBSA Exceptional Family Member Program hosts a Halloween event for the community with resources, trunk-or-treat, carnival games, and a sensory friendly hour for EFMP and Hearts Apart families; costumes encouraged.
In Her Shoes® Community Education
Oct. 21, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. An experiential learning session about domestic violence from the DAF Family Advocacy Program. The In Her Shoes® series is an evidenced informed community education tool designed for experiential learning about domestic violence. Participants move, act, think, and make choices as a person experiencing an abusive relationship. For more information, call 210-221-1996.
LinkedIn 101
Oct. 22, from 1-3 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Learn how to optimize your LinkedIn profile, expand your network, and build your professional brand. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Naturalization Ceremony
Oct. 22, from 1:30-2:30 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Observe service members and their families take the Oath of Allegiance in a live ceremony. No registration required. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
JBSA Pre-Arrival Orientation
Oct. 28, from 8-9 a.m., online. A virtual orientation for inbound personnel and families. Learn about housing, childcare, healthcare, education, and employment before arriving at JBSA. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Cancer Awareness Walk/Run
Nov. 8, 9-11:30 a.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Bring your energy to walk, run and spend time together to raise awareness and support to those affected by cancer. Registration is required. See the flyer HERE for more information.
ONGOING
Blood Donors Urgently Needed
Monday through Friday, 5-10 a.m., Akeroyd Blood Donor Center, 3100 Schofield Road. Akeroyd Blood Donor Center at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston directly supports Brooke Army Medical Center with the blood products collected. It is currently located inside the Capt. Jennifer M. Moreno Clinic (3100 Schofield Road) and open for volunteer blood donations Monday to Friday from 5-10 a.m. For appointments, visit www.signupgenius.com. Walk-ins welcome. Call 210-808-3536 for more information.
Cognitive Monitoring Assessments
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 2401 Dragon Valley Road, building 159. Formerly known as ANAM/NCAT, cognitive monitoring assessments are mandatory for service members per DoDI 6490.13 and Department of War requirements for managing brain health risks from blast overpressure. To sign up for an appointment, go to https://informatics-stage.health.mil/DAP/. This website does not require a CAC for appointment sign-up. Cognitive monitoring assessment is required within 12 months prior to a deployment; for all active duty service members in a high-risk duty position. This due by Oct. 1, 2025. All other remaining service members (including National Guard and Reserve), it is due by Oct. 1, 2027. For more information or inquiries, e-mail usarmy.jbsa.medcom.mbx.otsg-anam-operations@army.mil or call the ANAM Help Desk at 855-630-7849.
JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Stanley
Road Weekday Morning Closures
For the safety and security of our service members, Stanley Road at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is closed off for physical training (PT) between New Braunfels Avenue up to the 264th Medical Battalion Headquarters at Harney Path from 5-6 a.m. Mondays through Fridays. Driving on Stanley Road during these hours is prohibited. Traffic may cross during these hours at New Braunfels Avenue and Schofield Road. If drivers are entering a parking area, be aware of service members in the area and keep speed at 10 mph or below. Traffic on all other roads will be turned away. Vehicles driving on Stanley Road will be stopped and told to get off the road. In addition, vehicles that disobey posted road guards or drive too fast through parking areas will be reported to law enforcement.
Traffic Lights at Wilson Street
and Reynolds Road Intersection
The traffic lights at the Wilson Street and Reynolds Road intersection will operate in standard sequence Monday-Friday from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Outside of these hours, the lights will flash yellow on Wilson and red on Reynolds, to improve traffic flow during off-peak times.
Prevention and Relationship
Enhancement Program (PREP)
Dates/times to be determined, Family Advocacy conference room, 2270 Stanley Road, building 198. The program will have three sessions of two hours each. For those interested, call 210-221-1996, to provide name and contact information. Couples will learn how to communicate effectively, work as a team to solve problems, manage conflict without damaging closeness, and preserve and enhance love, commitment, and friendship. Once enough participants sign up, interested parties will be notified of dates and times. See the flyer HERE for more information.
Employment Consultation/Resume Review
By appointment. Unlock your potential with our one-on-one employment consultations and resume review. Our consultants provide tailored guidance to help you achieve your career goals. Whether you need help reviewing your resume to stand out or preparing for your next interview, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Schedule your appointment today and take the next step toward your dream job. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Mandatory Financial Touchpoints
Call to schedule an appointment. Think of your financial journey as a road trip — you’ll need a plan, fill-ups, and maintenance. These mandatory touchpoints help navigate each stage of your journey. Touchpoints include: First Duty Station, Promotions, Vesting in Thrift Savings Plan, Continuation Pay, Marriage, Birth or Adoption of First Child, Divorce, Pre-/Post-Deployment, and Career Transition. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Interview Prep/Mock Board
By appointment. Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797 and Virtual. Need to ace your job interview? Don’t leave anything to chance. Schedule a mock interview with our employment assistance team to gain confidence, master body language, and prepare for behavioral questions. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Key Support Liaison Initial Training
By Appointment. Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. This training is mandatory for all newly appointed Key Support Liaisons and Key Support Mentors who have not received the initial training from their previous location. Review the 8 core modules in the standard Air Force Key Spouse training curriculum, roles, and responsibilities. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Key Support Liaison Mentors Training
By Appointment. Virtual. After completion of the Key Support Liaisons Initial Training, Key Support Mentors are required to take this 1-time mandatory training. The class duration may vary depending on participants and interactive scenarios. Call to Register. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Key Support Liaison Immersion Training
By Appointment. Virtual. Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors who’ve had a break of service in their role or just PCS'ed to JBSA must attend this refresher training before functioning as a KS or KSM. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Lending Closet
Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Military & Family Readiness Center, building 2797. Closed first and third Thursday from 1-4 p.m. The Lending Closet loans essential household goods like kitchen equipment, sleeping mats, irons, and more, while you’re in transit. Permanent party, technical school students, TDY, and civilians may borrow items for up to 30 days. A copy of your orders is needed. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Plan My Move - Smooth Move
Contact your servicing Military & Family Readiness Center. Service members PCS'ing for the first time, and all ranks PCS'ing OCONUS are required to complete this training. After completion, virtual out-processing tasks can be cleared by M&FRC. Family members are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Texas WIC
Every first Tuesday and third Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The National Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, or WIC, supports expecting parents from pregnancy to raising a child up to 5 years old. Meet with a clerk, licensed vocational nurse, or nutritionist to learn about nutrition, breastfeeding, counseling services, and more. Open to all JBSA patrons. Call 210-704-4180 to schedule an appointment. WIC is an equal-opportunity program. For more information, call 210-221-2705.
Have An Item for the JBSA Basewide Email?
Does your organization have an item to be included in the weekly JBSA email blast that goes out at noon every Thursday? All requests for inclusion in the JBSA basewide email must be provided to Public Affairs no later than COB Wednesday the day before the date to be included in the email at 502ABW.PA.official@us.af.mil. If there is a flyer to accompany the message, please send it in a JPG or PDF format.
RV Parking in Base Housing Areas
All recreational-type vehicles on JBSA are to be stored in the base RV storage lots or residential garages. Long-term RV parking on streets, in alleys, or off-road areas is not permitted. Trailers, boats, or recreational vehicles may park in military housing driveways for 24 hours for loading and unloading. Vehicles used for this purpose may be taken out of the storage lot and parked in the housing area one day before departure and one day after return. Citations will be issued to parked RVs in violation of this policy, which can result in a penalty of either points accrued and/or fines ranging from $65-$530. Please note, at 12 points drivers lose driving privileges on JBSA installations. For more information on RV storage lots, please visit JBSAToday.com.
Virtual Friday Q&A For Military Spouses
Fridays from 11-11:30 a.m., Virtual. Join us to receive valuable resources and talk with experts as we explore ways to get and stay connected. To register, call 210-221-2705.
Individualized Initial Counseling
Monday-Friday, Joint Transition Readiness Center, 3931 Okubo Barracks, building 3639. Those separating or retiring from active duty must meet with a counselor to officially start the transition process. Service members complete a personal self-assessment to develop their Individual Transition Plan to identify their unique needs and establish post-transition goals. This one-on-one counseling session must start no later than 365 days before their separation or retirement date. This is the first step of the Transition process. To register, call 210-916-7322.
100% Credential Checks at All
JBSA Locations from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Security Forces will now enforce 100% credential checks of all vehicle occupants between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. at all JBSA installation entry control points. All vehicle occupants will be required to submit proof of identification. Those without valid access authorization will be required to obtain a pass for entry.