BACHELOR HOUSING
(360) 257-2038
Bachelor Housing (BH) aboard Ault Field features 1,700 beds in 11 buildings. All residences are within walking distance to the flight line, Galley, Navy Exchange, McDonald’s, Rice King, Subway, ATM machine and recreational services. These quarters have won numerous awards for providing unparalleled standards of excellence, including 5-star accreditation since 2000. Newcomers may register for Bachelor Housing 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at Navy Gateway Inns and Suites (NGIS) in Building 973. Customers may arrange for pick up to and from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with Whidbey-SeaTac Shuttle. The shuttle picks up and drops off regularly at the Nor’Wester. See page 25 for more details.

FAMILY HOUSING INFORMATION & REFERRAL
(360) 257-3331
Pacific Northwest Communities/Forest City now manages all Family Housing units. To begin the application and referral process, personnel must first contact the Navy Housing office. Navy Housing Information and Referral is located on Ault Field at the Fleet and Family Information Center, Building 2556, 3675 W. Lexington. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PACIFIC NORTHWEST COMMUNITIES / FOREST CITY
(360) 679-4241
Hours are Monday through Friday,
8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
663 N. Brant St.
Oak Harbor, WA 98277

Victory Park
Constructed in 2002, these two-, three- and four-bedroom townhouses are designated for E1-E6. Approximate square feet for two-bedroom, 950 square feet; three-bedroom, 1,080 square feet; four-bedroom, 1,200 square feet. Units have garages, dishwashers and carpets. Units are located on the Seaplane Base, one mile to Navy Exchange and Commissary and five miles to Ault Field. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Rockhill Terrace
Built in 1996, these two-bedroom townhouse style homes are designated for E1-E6 and have approximately 950 square feet and units have garages, dishwashers and carpet. Units are located on the Seaplane Base, close to the Navy Exchange and Commissary and five miles to Ault Field. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Saratoga Heights
Originally constructed in 1968 and 1969, these units were completely remodeled in 1998. The two-, three- and four-bedroom townhouse style homes are designated for E1-E6. Approximate square footages are 950 square feet for two bedroom; 1,080 square feet for three-bedroom; and 1,200 square feet for four-bedroom. Units have garages, dishwashers and carpet. Units are located on the Seaplane Base, close to the Navy Exchange and Commissary and five miles to Ault Field. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Whidbey Apartments
Built in 1950, and completely remodeled in 1985, these two- and three-bedroom townhouse style homes are designated for E1-E6. Approximate square footages are: two-bedroom, 950 square feet; three-bedroom, 1,100 square feet. Units have carports, dishwashers and carpet. Units are located on Ault Field and are five miles to Seaplane Base where the Commissary and Navy Exchange are located. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Crescent Harbor
Built in 1960, these three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E1-E6. They run about 1,080 square feet for the three bedroom unit and 1,250 square feet for the four-bedroom unit. Units have either carports or garages, dishwashers and a fenced yard. Units are located off Crescent Harbor Road, three miles to the Seaplane Base where the Navy Exchange and Commissary are located and five miles to Ault Field. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Maylor Point
Maylor Point Capehart was built in 1960 and completely remodeled in 2003. These are three and four-bedroom single-family homes designated for E7-O6. Approximate square footage is 1,245-1,381 square feet for three-bedroom and 1,250-1,400 square feet for four-bedroom. Units have garages, dishwashers, carpet, fireplaces and a fenced yard. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Maylor Point Funded after Fifty (FAF) was built in 1968/1969. There are seven single-family units designated for E7-O6 with approximate square footage for the three-bedroom of 1,400 square feet and the four-bedroom of 2,100 square feet.

There are also 14 duplex units designated for E1-E6 that were completely remodeled in 2003. Approximate square footage is 1,080 for three bedroom and 1,293 for a four-bedroom unit.Units have garages, dishwashers, carpet, fireplaces and a fenced yard. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.The Maylor Point Housing area is located on the Seaplane Base, walking distance to the Navy Exchange and Commissary and five miles to Ault Field.All Public Private Venture, (PPV) housing at NAS Whidbey Island comes with range, refrigerator, dishwasher and washer/dryer hookups.

NEW CONSTRUCTION AREAS

Coral Sea
Forty-two units were built by Pacific Northwest Communities in 2007, these three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E1-E6. They average 1,950 square feet for the three-bedroom units and 2,100 for the four-bedroom unit. Units have 2-car garages, dishwashers, carpet and hardwood floors and fenced yards. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Oriole Street
Sixty-one units were built by Pacific Northwest Communities in 2007/2008; these three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E7-06. They average 1,950 square feet for the three-bedroom units and 2,100 for the four-bedroom unit. Units have 2-car garages, dishwashers, carpet and hardwood floors and fenced yards. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Crescent Harbor
One hundred and eighty four units were built by Pacific Northwest Communities in 2008/2009; these three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E1-E6. They average 1,950 square feet for the three bedroom units and 2,100 for the four-bedroom unit. Units have 2-car garages, dishwashers, carpet and hardwood floors and fenced yards. There are no pet as well as pet-friendly units with some restrictions.

Forbes Point
Thirty-seven units were built by Pacific Northwest Communities in 2006. These three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E7-06. They average 1,950 square feet for the three-bedroom units and 2,100 for the four-bedroom unit. Units have 2-car garages, dishwashers, carpet and hardwood floors and fenced yards. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

Glacier Maylor
Thirty-five units were built by Pacific Northwest Communities in 2009, these three- and four-bedroom single-family homes are designated for E7-06. They average 1,950 square feet for the three-bedroom units and 2,100 for the four-bedroom unit. Units have 2-car garages, dishwashers, carpet and hardwood floors and fenced yards. This is a pet-friendly area with some restrictions.

HOUSING REFERRAL SERVICE
The Navy Housing Office serves all active duty service personnel, their family members, federal employees, and civilians by assisting them find suitable housing. Properties for rent or sale in Island and Skagit Counties could be found on the Automated Housing Referral Network (AHRN) http://www.ahrn.com.

The Rental Market within the Base Housing Area varies (like all cities) based on time of year. Rentals currently range from $500 to $1,000 a month for apartments or condominiums (one three bedrooms); $950 to $1,600 for houses (one-three bedrooms); and $750 to $1,200 for town homes (one-three bedrooms). Landlords routinely require first months’ rent and a security deposit in advance. A program to help with these set-up costs is available through the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.

Many apartments do not allow pets and those that do require a deposit or fee that can range from $150 up. For further information, call (800) 876-7022 or (360) 257-3331. Along with providing rental assistance, HRS helps resolve disputes between tenants and landlords, and will investigate complaints, working toward an equitable resolution.

UTILITIES
Inside city limits, water, sewer and garbage services are provided by the City of Oak Harbor. The Utilities Department also issues license tags for dogs and cats.

Utilities Department ..............(360) 279-4530
Puget Sound Energy...............(888) 225-5773
Accurate Cabling, Inc. (phone services for
NAS Whidbey Island)..........(888) 622-2534
Island Disposal........................(360) 678-5701

NAVY GATEWAY INNS & SUITES
(360) 257-2529
Transient personnel on orders can stay among a selection of 213 rooms in one of two wonderfully furnished buildings. All rooms have queen size beds; suites have living rooms, some with kitchenettes. When available, officers, enlisted, dependents and DoD personnel on leave status with valid ID are eligible to stay on a Space “A” status. You can make reservations 30 days in advance. Visit http://www.dodlodging.net/NAS_WHIDBEY.HTM for reservations.

Check in at Building 973, located at 1175 W. Midway St., which shares a parking lot with the Officers’ Club, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Guests may arrange for pick up to and from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with the Whidbey-SeaTac Shuttle.

NAVY LODGE
(800) NAVY-INN
An award-winning Navy Lodge on the Seaplane Base has 50 guest rooms with kitchenettes and breakfast to go. Daily housekeeping service is provided. The lodge is within walking distance of the Navy Exchange, Commissary and downtown Oak Harbor. For reservations, go online at http://www.navy-lodge.com or call.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC)
(360) 257-3302
The CDC offers center-based care for children 6 weeks to 5 years of age. The center has a fulltime developmental program, providing the best possible care in a safe and healthy environment and is accredited through the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Developmental activities for each age group are offered to promote physical coordination, social interaction, emotional growth and creative expression. Concept building and learning readiness are enhanced in a fun and stimulating atmosphere. Activities include music and movement, exercise, outdoor play, small muscle coordination, supervised play in the learning center, story time and creative art.

Special enrichment activities and programs such as field trips, parent/child classes and holiday celebrations are scheduled as appropriate. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks are served daily as required by the USDA Food Program. Care at the center is primarily geared toward those needing full-time childcare, although drop-in care is offered on daily space availability. Parents may register their child either at the center or at the Child Development Homes administration office in Building 13 of the Seaplane Base. The center is located at 365 W. Clover St. and the hours of operation is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., excluding all federal holidays.

CHILD DEVELOPMENT HOMES
(360) 257-6116
Home-based providers offer ages 6 weeks to 12 years the same level of high quality care found in the Child Development Center, but are able to offer more flexibility in services. Many providers offer full-time, part-time, drop-in, evening and weekend childcare. Parents may register their child or apply to become a provider at Building 13 of the Seaplane Base.

To register, call (360) 257-6116 or visit: 260 W. Pioneer Way, Building 13, Oak Harbor. The Child Development Homes (CDHS) program additionally offers hourly care, based in the NAS Whidbey Chapel. Care is available daily from Monday through Friday, at an hourly rate, during normal working hours. A full developmental program is offered and snacks are provided. Parents must provide an appropriate lunch if their child is staying during the noon time frame. Your child must be registered through CDH in Building 13 before using the program. To schedule a registration appointment and to learn all the details about this care option, call (360) 257-6116. Parents already registered through CDH can call (888) 463-6697 to make reservations for the hourly program.

SCHOOL AGE CARE
(360) 257-0889
School-Age Care Programs (SAC) provides organized and structured recreation and learning activities for school aged youth in kindergarten through fifth grade in Oak Harbor at the youth activities center. SAC offers before and after school care to children attending five elementary schools in Oak Harbor. Special day camp programs are offered during school holidays and summertime. Register at the Youth Activities Center, 54 Wake Ave., Building 2874, Oak Harbor and the hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAM
(360) 257-3150
This program, for those in grades 6-12, is housed in the state-of-the-art Youth Activities Center. Completed in 2004, the facility boasts pool tables, air hockey, computers, video games, chess, basketball, foosball, ping pong and a rock climbing wall. Teens can join one of the many clubs, which include community service, art program, homework assistance program and more. This program, which is affiliated with the Boys & Girls Club of America and 4-H, also provides week long summer specialty camps and special events, for ages 3-18, and trips for kids in middle school and high school. The Youth Activities Center is located at 54 Wake Ave., Building 2874, Oak Harbor. It is open Monday, 1:30 to 7 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday, 2:30 to 7 p.m.; Friday, 2:30 p.m. to midnight.

FLEET & FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM
(360) 257-NAVY (6289)
http://www.nffsp.org
http://www.militaryonesource.com
The Fleet and Family Support Center staff is housed in the Nor’Wester Activity Center. Core programs are offered in three major areas: Deployment/Readiness, Career Support/Retention and Crisis Response.

DEPLOYMENT/READINESS
(360) 257-NAVY (6289)
Deployment/Readiness programs include the Command Representative program that provides outreach and liaison to ashore and afloat commands through an individualized command delivery service.

Information and Referral services provide accurate resources and information on military and community agencies, schools, social services, childcare, housing, medical services and the exceptional family member program. Deployment Support programs include training and education programs to address deployment related issues during all phases of deployment. Programs are designed for service members as well as family members. Additionally, regional return and reunion teams are deployed to returning commands and de-mobilized units to help facilitate an easier transition.

The Fleet and Family Support Center provides logistical and administrative support to the Ombudsman Program. Standardized training is coordinated and offered to the commands on a regular basis. Consultation is provided to the commands on the effective use and recognition of ombudsmen, as well as to the ombudsmen to assist them in their duties. Personal and family Life Skills Education is available to address parenting, communication and relationships, stress management and suicide prevention. The New Parent Support Program also offers a home visitation program to provide assessment and education to new and expectant parents.

CAREER SUPPORT/ RETENTION
(866) 854-0638 (regional class registration and appointment phone number)
http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil
Career Support/Retention programs are designed to assist service members and their families with mobility and career issues associated with the military lifestyle. The Relocation Assistance Program (RAP) provides relocation information for both outbound and inbound personnel. Materials, classes and individual assistance are available upon request to assist commands and individuals with relocation concerns.

Military Home Front is a web based information service that provides updated, current information on installations worldwide. Topics link to information on schools, medical services, directions, housing, temporary lodging, cost of living and community activities. Loaner kits and futons are available for check-out to assist with temporary lodging needs until household goods arrive. Sponsor training is available to the commands upon request.

The Transition Assistance Program (TAP) provides transitioning personnel and family members with information and resources for career planning, financial management, employment assistance and referrals for the social and emotional issues connected with transition. Regularly scheduled skill building classes and workshops include TAP seminars for retiring and separating personnel, Washington State Employment, Federal Resume Writing and CONSEP seminars for both first term and mid career personnel. Commands may request additional topics for General Military Training. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Additional employment resources are available through the local Work Source office. The Personal Financial Management Program promotes economic stability through financial education classes and individual consultation.

Topics include Home Buying, Car Buying and Investment Strategies, Debt Management, Thrift Savings Program, Identity Theft and Payday Lending. Command Financial Specialist workshops and advanced trainings are provided monthly across the region. The Family Employment Readiness Program addresses job search challenges with local job listings, workshops and individual consultations to assist military family members in maintaining a career of their own.

CRISIS RESPONSE
(866) 854-0638
Crisis Response programs address contingency planning for large-scale disaster/threatcon response, crisis intervention and clinical counseling. Clinical Counseling offers individual, couples or family counseling on a personal and confidential basis. Classes are also provided on topics such as anger/stress management, marriage enrichment, suicide prevention, parenting, and grief and loss. The Family Advocacy Program partners with commands to prevent child and spousal abuse. It promotes effective intervention and encourages healthy family education programs. Services include prevention education, crisis intervention, case management, treatment and counseling for children.

Victim Support Services provides confidential services to victims in areas of legal and medical advocacy, crisis intervention, support and safety planning, and information and referrals. The Sexual Assault Victim Intervention Program (SAVI) is a comprehensive program that assists victims through medical, investigative and legal systems. SAVI advocates are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide confidential information, options and support.

RETIRED ACTIVITIES OFFICE (RAO)
(360) 257-8054/8055
The Retired Activities Office is located in Building 13 on the Seaplane Base. The all-volunteer staff is dedicated to keeping retirees and their families apprised of their benefits and changes to current policies and legislation. The greatest service provided by the RAO is assistance to new widows, including initial death reports and subsequent applications to the Defense Finance Accounting Service. Processing of Veterans’ Administration and Social Security applications and benefits is also provided. Assistance is extended to all branches of the military.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (DAV)
(360) 257-4801
DAV is located in Building 13 on the Seaplane Base. It is a nonprofit association totally funded by dues and contributions that focuses strictly on serving veterans and seeing that their families receive earned benefits. The local DAV provides a van service to transport veterans to the VA Hospital for medical appointments at no cost to the veteran.

WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (WIC)
(360) 257-8049
The WIC office is located in Building 13 of the Seaplane Base. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, infants and children up to age 5 can get free, nutritious food and health information at the Women, Infants and Children Clinic. If you have a valid military ID card and meet income guidelines, you or your child may qualify for this free service. WIC provides monthly checks to buy such foods as milk, juice, eggs, peanut butter, dry beans, cereal and infant formula. Single fathers are also welcome to use this program to supplement their children’s nutrition.

MATERNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (MSS)
(360) 257-8049
MSS is located in Building 13 of the Seaplane Base and provides education, assistance and support for pregnant and parenting families on First Steps medical coupons.

SCHOOLS
Oak Harbor School District No. 201
(360) 279-5000.
From the head of Penn Cove north to the Deception Pass Bridge, approximately 5,500 school children attend the Oak Harbor School District’s five elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school.

As required by Washington State regulations, children who are 5 by midnight, Aug. 31, are eligible to enroll in kindergarten. They are assigned to an elementary school based on the concept of the neighborhood school. Each elementary school offers music, art and physical education instruction, with professionals in those fields. Oak Harbor Elementary is the “School of Choice,” where children wear uniforms and instruction centers on personal responsibility as well as the normal curriculum.

As the largest school district in the region, Oak Harbor has a full complement of programs that fit the needs of all students. The district offers gifted education, special education, extra support in the basics of reading, writing and math, the widest selection of career and technical courses in the islands, language programs, and art and music instruction at all grade levels. Oak Harbor has HomeConnection, an alternative learning experience designed to provide home-school families with the resources of the school district. Oak Harbor High School athletes play at the highest 4A level, with 40 teams active in 18 sports. Oak Harbor is the home of the 2006 4A State Champion football team, 2006 state and national champion cheerleading team, and the 2007, 2008, and 2009 state champion culinary team.

The Oak Harbor School District Office is at 350 S. Oak Harbor St., Oak Harbor, WA 98277. The Web site http://www.ohsd.net provides complete information about schools and programs.

Coupeville School District No. 204
(360) 678-4522
http://www.coupeville.k12.wa.us
The Coupeville School District covers the central portion of Whidbey Island and is about 20 minutes from NAS Whidbey Island. The district has three regular schools: a grades K-5 elementary school, a grades 6-8 middle school and a high school serving grades 9-12. Also available is the Cedar Program—an arts-based alternative learning experience program for grades K-12. Total student population is about 1,085. Coupeville students enjoy a small school setting where students get to know each other quickly.