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
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- Deployment readiness and support
- Info on Community Resources
- Info on Military Resources
- Tips for Navy life success
- Command info
- And much, much more!
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The Ombudsman Code of Ethics:
- Support the Command Mission
- Work within the Chain of Command
- Maintain Confidentiality
- Maintain the highest standards of professionalism
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Mandatory Reportable:
- Spouse abuse/Child abuse or neglect
- Potential or attempted suicide
- Death in the family
- Issues with drugs/alcohol/finances
- Sexual Assault
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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