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From:   Commanding Officer, USS PRINCETON (CG 59)
To:       Future PRINCETON Crewmember
 
Subj:    WELCOME ABOARD
 
1.  Congratulations on your assignment to USS PRINCETON (CG 59), the finest Cruiser in the U.S. Pacific Fleet!  It is our distinct pleasure to welcome you aboard.  I can assure you that your tour aboard PRINCETON will be both memorable and professionally rewarding.  You are joining a talented group of professionals who keep our ship operating at optimal maritime combat readiness.
 
2.  For your sponsor assignment, please contact the PRINCETON sponsor coordinator at:  commandsponsor@cg59.navy.mil.  If you have family members, there are thirty-three housing locations throughout the San Diego Area.  Due to varying wait times, we recommend you contact a housing referral specialist at the Housing Services Center at (619) 556-8443 as soon as you have orders in hand. 
 
3.  While PRINCETON is in port, the ship’s quarterdeck phone number is (619) 556-3904.  You can contact us at any point with questions or concerns.  Additionally, our Command Ombudsman, Mrs. Kendra Dannon, is available to assist you and can be reached at princetonombudsman59@gmail.com.  If you have any problems, before, during, or after your transfer, don’t hesitate to contact your sponsor, the command sponsor coordinator, departmental LCPO, or the Command Master Chief.
 
4.  I look forward to personally welcoming you aboard!
 
 
 
                                                                              V. B. SHELDON
 

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Family Information

Ombudsman

The Ombudsman is a trained volunteer appointed by the Commanding Officer and serves as a link between the families and the command, especially when deployed. If you need assistance between you and the command, the Ombudsman is your resource. The Ombudsman has contact information, referrals and support available in both the military and civilian communities.

Contact Information:

Email Address: princetonombudsman59@gmail.com 
Phone Number (619) 200-7723

Mailing Address:

USS PRINCETON CG 59
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is an Ombudsman?
Every Command has an Ombudsman who is a spouse of a sailor at the Command. The Ombudsman serves as the liaison between the command and the families. The Ombudsman is the point of contact for the families. He or she can assist families with navigating through Navy life through resources and information.

2. How can an Ombudsman help me?
Navy Family Ombudsmen are key resources for family members, particularly during deployments. Ombudsmen maintain current resource files with information on military and civilian community agencies that can help families solve a variety of problems, and successfully meet the challenges they face before, during, and after deployments. In addition to providing referral information, Ombudsmen can facilitate communication between the Command and family members. Ombudsmen may publish or contribute to command newsletters or maintain care lines, which have recorded messages with information for command families that can be accessed 24 hours a day. Ombudsmen can also assist families in contacting the Command for a variety of reasons.

3. What is the role of the COMNAVSURFPAC Force Ombudsman?
The Force Ombudsman provides oversight and guidance for all the Surface Ship's Ombudsmen in the Pacific Fleet Area of Responsibility. You can contact the Surface Forces Ombudsman at (619) 301-6983 or send an email to surfaceombudsman@gmail.com

4. What is an IA assignment or tour?
An IA is an Individual Augmentee. A Sailor may receive orders to go IA and this means that he or she will deploy as an Individual, not with their command. Sometimes an IA will deploy and be stationed with another branch of the Military. http://www.ia.navy.mil/

5. What is NFAAS?
Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System. This is how the Navy will track your family and assess your needs during an emergency. https://www.navyfamily.navy.mil

6. How can I find out more about medical, dental or Navy family resources?
Contact your Command Ombudsman. He or she will guide you to your resources.

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