Whether this is your first or fifth assignment to Washington, the Overseas Briefing Center has information which will help you as you settle into the DC Metropolitan Area. Please contact (via e-mail) the Overseas Briefing Center directly for the following information:

A list of hotels located within approximately 2 miles of NFATC, which will be particularly helpful if you are assigned to FSI training, or if you are looking for a hotel which allows pets.

A list of short-term housing complexes located conveniently to NFATC also includes locator companies, which will help you to find a short-term apartment at no cost to you. Pet-friendly establishments are identified.

A list of child care facilities located near NFATC innumerates only a few options available. Consult OBC directly for other possibilities, including drop-in facilities and referral services.