Personal Information
Organization / Workplace
Newport, Rhode Island
Occupation
Ombudsman
About
The Ombudsman is a volunteer, appointed by the commanding officer, to serve as an information link between command leadership and Navy Active Duty families. Ombudsmen are trained to disseminate information both up and down the chain of command, including official Department of the Navy and command information, command climate issues, local quality of life (QOL) improvement opportunities, and good deals around the community.
They also provide resource referrals when needed. They are instrumental in resolving family issues before the issues require extensive command attention. The command ombudsman program is shaped largely by the commanding officers perceived needs of his/her com