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Ombudsman

Hello! My name is Meridie M. Machado Cohen and I am happy to serve as the Command Ombudsman for Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Portsmouth since February 2024 and CNATTU Oceana since June 2022.  I have been a Navy spouse for many years and have experienced many ups and downs of being a part of a Navy family. 

As your Ombudsman, I will communicate and liaise between the command leadership and command families. The Ombudsman is an advocate, ready to support, direct, and empower you and/or your family with all available resources. 

How I can assist:

  • Employment Resources
  • Lost dependent ID
  • Information on events and recreational opportunities
  • Information on benefits
  • Education resources and opportunities
  • Referrals for childcare, counseling, and more

 

  • Deployment readiness and support
  • Info on Community Resources
  • Info on Military Resources
  • Tips for Navy life success
  • Command info
  • And much, much more!
 

The Ombudsman Code of Ethics:

  • Support the Command Mission
  • Work within the Chain of Command
  • Maintain Confidentiality
  • Maintain the highest standards of  professionalism

Mandatory Reportable:

  • Spouse abuse/Child abuse or neglect
  • Potential or attempted suicide
  • Death in the family
  • Issues with drugs/alcohol/finances
  • Sexual Assault
 
If I do not readily know the answer, I am committed to finding answers and resources for you. I can be reached via phone or email 24 hours a day for emergencies or between 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. for non-emergencies.  If you cannot leave a voicemail, or please text your name and number so I can return your call. 

I look forward to meeting you at command functions and providing assistance, as needed, during your time as part of the NMRTC Portsmouth Command.
 
Sincerely,
Meridie M. Cohen, LCSW
 
 Careline  757-274-3177   |   NMRTCPortsmouthOmbudsman@gmail.com
 
 

Contact Us

NMRTC Portsmouth Ombudsman


Meridie M. Cohen

Email

NMRTCPortsmouthOmbudsman@gmail.com

Phone

757-274-3177

Hours

24/7
 

Ombudsman's Newsletters

February-April 2024
*Updated 18 July 2025
Don't forget to keep your family's information up to date in DEERS!