Self-care that supports you
Self-care doesn’t have to be big, complicated or time-consuming. In fact, the most meaningful forms of self-care often come from small choices we make throughout the day—pausing to breathe, checking in with ourselves, or taking a moment to reset our space. These brief moments help us feel more grounded, supported and steady, even during busy or uncertain times.You deserve time and space to care…
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Supporting our people: A commitment to mental health and well-being
Dr. Kalim Wigfall, chief well-being officer
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to supporting the well-being of our workforce.Across the organization, employees continue to meet the demands of a dynamic and often complex work environment. Whether driven by operational tempo, personal…
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Forest Service Reorganization
As part of the USDA reorganization plan, the Forest Service is realigning its organizational structure to strengthen local leadership, streamline operations, and improve mission delivery. The changes include moving headquarters to Salt Lake City, transitioning to a state-based leadership model, building a network of Operations Service Centers, and unifying the agency’s research program.The…
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New employee housing in McCall, community benefits
Original bunkhouses built for employee housing in 1959, before demolition in January 2026. McCall, Idaho. US Forest Service photo by Kelly Martin.
The Payette National Forest bunkhouse-style employee housing in McCall, ID is getting a facelift. Two of the original bunkhouses, situated on a hill…
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Employee Assistance Program transitions to new service provider
The Forest Service continues to invest in the safety and well-being of all employees, using a hybrid approach to our Employee Assistance Program to ensure employees have access to comprehensive support and resources. Forest Service employee support specialists are available to walk you through available resources to meet your health and well-being needs.As part of the hybrid model, the Forest…
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Subsistence Reimbursement
Albuquerque Service Center Travel Help DeskInstructions for Requesting Subsistence Reimbursement for Forest Service EvacueesUSDA Forest Service employees who were evacuated are eligible for reimbursement of subsistence payments while in an evacuated status. The Forest Service Chief Financial Officer Budget & Finance has established processes and support for Forest Service employees to…