If you are moving to Fort Campbell, the most useful Clarksville TN local resources for military families include Fort Campbell Army Community Service, the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee, Montgomery County Veterans Services, 211 assistance, local counseling organizations, parks and recreation departments, and community-focused businesses. Using these resources early can help your family settle in, find support, and build connections beyond the installation.
Clarksville and Montgomery County are closely connected to Fort Campbell, even though the installation sits across the Tennessee-Kentucky state line. You can use both on-post and off-post resources to manage relocation, schools, employment, healthcare, recreation, housing, and everyday life.
What should Fort Campbell families do first after arriving in Clarksville?
Your first step should be connecting with Fort Campbell Army Community Service (ACS). ACS is the primary starting point for relocation assistance, newcomer information, family programs, financial counseling, spouse employment support, and referrals to local organizations.
ACS and the Family Resource Center are located at 1501 William C. Lee Road, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. The main ACS phone number is 270-798-9322. Relocation Readiness can also help with newcomer orientation, local information, relocation counseling, and temporary household items through the Lending Closet.
Because office hours, phone extensions, and orientation locations can change, contact the installation before visiting. You can find current information through the official Fort Campbell Army Community Service and newcomer resources.
The Relocation Readiness Program may be especially helpful if you need to:
- Compare Clarksville, Oak Grove, and Hopkinsville
- Learn about on-post and off-post housing
- Find spouse employment resources
- Locate childcare and youth programs
- Understand school enrollment options
- Get connected with financial or family support
- Find local transportation, healthcare, and community services
Haus also provides a Fort Campbell PCS planning guide to help you organize your housing search before and after arrival.
How can the Clarksville Chamber help military families connect locally?
The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee is a valuable connection between Fort Campbell and the surrounding business community. The committee supports military personnel and families, promotes military- and veteran-owned businesses, and advocates for the installation’s relationship with the region.
For a newcomer family, the Chamber can be useful when you want to:
- Learn more about military-friendly local businesses
- Find professional services and community partners
- Connect with veteran-owned companies
- Explore spouse employment and networking opportunities
- Become familiar with Clarksville’s business community
- Identify organizations that regularly work with Fort Campbell families
You can visit the Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs page for current information and contacts. Ask specifically about the Military Affairs Committee and available business or community resources.
The Chamber’s business network can also help you identify practical services such as childcare providers, contractors, insurance professionals, financial services, restaurants, healthcare providers, and moving-related companies. Always research licensing, reviews, pricing, and availability before hiring a provider.
Where can veterans and military families receive benefits assistance?
The Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization helps veterans and eligible family members understand and access benefits. The office can provide guidance related to VA claims, benefits applications, and referrals to other support programs.
The office is listed at:
350 Pageant Lane, Suite 405
Clarksville, TN 37040
The published phone number is 931-553-5173. Confirm current office hours and appointment procedures before visiting.
You may also want to locate the following resources:
- The local VA clinic and Vet Center
- Fort Campbell medical and behavioral health services
- Military OneSource
- The Fort Campbell Chaplain Care Line
- Military Family Life Consultants
- Installation support for wounded, ill, or injured service members
- Survivor Outreach Services
- Exceptional Family Member Program support
If you are unsure which office to contact, begin with ACS or the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization. Both can help direct you to the right program.
What should families call when they need immediate local assistance?
For help with food, utilities, housing, transportation, counseling referrals, and other essential needs, call 211. In the Clarksville area, United Way resources also identify 931-552-4636 as a local crisis and referral number.
211 can help you locate community programs when you are not sure where to begin. It may connect you with agencies that support:
- Utility bills
- Food assistance
- Emergency housing
- Transportation
- Healthcare access
- Mental health services
- Veteran and military family programs
- Disaster recovery
- Child and family support
For a medical emergency, call 911. For a crisis involving immediate danger or safety concerns, use emergency services rather than waiting for a general referral line.
Which counseling and family support organizations serve Fort Campbell families?
Military life can bring stress related to deployment, reintegration, relocation, parenting, finances, and relationship changes. Clarksville families have several organizations that may provide counseling or referrals.
Soldiers and Families Embraced (SAFE) offers counseling for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. Its services focus on issues such as deployment stress, trauma, transition, relationships, and family adjustment.
The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Centerstone provides military-specific counseling, psychiatric services, and social-service support. The clinic is listed at 775 Weatherly Drive in Clarksville. Contact the clinic directly to confirm eligibility, services, and appointment availability.
The Armed Services YMCA Fort Campbell provides programs and support for military children, spouses, and families. Available services can change, so check current offerings before making plans.
You can also ask ACS about Military Family Life Consultants. MFLC services may provide confidential, short-term counseling for common military-life concerns. ACS can help you identify the appropriate program for your household.
Which parks and recreation resources should families explore?
Clarksville and Montgomery County offer parks, trails, recreation centers, sports programs, nature activities, and public gathering spaces. These resources can help your family become familiar with the community while keeping recreation affordable.
Clarksville Parks and Recreation operates a broad network of parks and facilities, including:
- Clarksville Greenway
- Liberty Park and Marina
- Fort Defiance Civil War Park
- Neighborhood parks
- Recreation centers
- Athletic fields
- Aquatic facilities
- Playgrounds and walking trails
Montgomery County Parks and Recreation also operates Rotary Park and the Wade Bourne Nature Center. These facilities provide opportunities for outdoor activities, nature education, playground visits, walking, and family time.
Fort Campbell Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation provides additional on-post fitness, youth, outdoor recreation, and family programs. Ask ACS or MWR about current schedules, eligibility, registration requirements, and facility access.
How can local businesses make the transition easier?
Local businesses are an important part of settling into Clarksville. Instead of relying only on large national providers, many military families also use locally owned companies for everyday needs.
Consider researching local providers in these categories:
- Restaurants and coffee shops
- Childcare and tutoring
- Auto repair and tire services
- Home maintenance and contractors
- Moving and storage
- Pet care and veterinary services
- Fitness and recreation
- Medical and dental offices
- Insurance and financial services
- Cleaning and lawn care
- Military- and veteran-owned businesses
The Chamber of Commerce is a useful starting point for business connections. You can also ask other military families, ACS staff, neighbors, and your housing professional for recommendations. Before hiring a company, verify its business information, licensing where applicable, insurance, reviews, written estimates, and cancellation policies.
How can you use local resources while choosing a neighborhood?
Your neighborhood affects your commute, school options, access to parks, shopping, healthcare, and daily routine. Before signing a lease or purchasing a home, compare the entire area rather than focusing only on the property.
Families connected to Fort Campbell often compare:
- Northwest Clarksville and the Tiny Town corridor
- St. Bethlehem
- Rossview
- Northeast Clarksville
- Sango
- Oak Grove, Kentucky
- Hopkinsville, Kentucky
- Woodlawn and other nearby communities
Review Haus’s guide to the best Clarksville TN neighborhoods for families for more information about schools, commutes, housing styles, and community differences.
When touring a neighborhood, look beyond the home itself. Check the drive to work, nearby grocery stores, childcare options, parks, medical offices, and schools. Visit at different times of day so you can evaluate traffic and noise.
You can also read Haus’s moving to Clarksville PCS planning guide and seasonal guide to fall in Clarksville as you plan your move and explore the area.
What is the best resource checklist for an incoming Fort Campbell family?
Use this short checklist to get started:
- Contact Fort Campbell ACS and Relocation Readiness.
- Confirm your newcomer orientation details.
- Locate your preferred medical and dental providers.
- Review school enrollment requirements.
- Contact the Montgomery County Veterans Service Organization if you need benefits assistance.
- Save 211 and other emergency referral numbers.
- Explore Clarksville and Montgomery County parks.
- Connect with the Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee.
- Research local businesses before you need a contractor or service provider.
- Compare neighborhoods based on commute, budget, schools, and family routine.
Resources and contact information can change, so verify details directly with each organization.
How can Haus help Fort Campbell families relocate?
A successful move involves more than finding a home. You also need to understand commute routes, neighborhoods, schools, rental terms, purchase costs, parks, services, and the differences between Tennessee and Kentucky.
Haus provides experienced real estate guidance for military families moving to Clarksville, Oak Grove, Hopkinsville, and surrounding communities. Whether you are renting first, using a VA loan, or preparing for a future PCS, our team can help you compare your options and build a practical housing plan.
Contact Haus to discuss your relocation goals, neighborhood priorities, and next steps.
Written by Randy Whetsell
