USMC WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT 2011 Wounded Warrior Federal Employment Conference LtCol Jessica Bradley 23 February 2011

USMC WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT

2011 Wounded Warrior FederalEmployment Conference

LtCol Jessica Bradley23 February 2011

United States Marines Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment • www.woundedwarriorregiment.org • 877.487.6299UNCLASS

Mission

Provide and facilitate assistance to Wounded, Ill, and Injured Marines, Sailors attached to or in support of Marine units, and their family members in order to assist them as they return to duty or transition to civilian life.


Staying ConnectedMarines taking care of Marines and their families.

The WWR has a strategic reach and can connect with Marines in locations around the globe.


Marines Supported

As of 18 Feb 2011

Joined to the WWR 468

Active Duty Supported by the WWR 2,188

Veteran’s Supported by the WWR 23,250

TOTAL 25,906


Expected LIMDU Period IDESAdditional Recovery and Treatment TimeReturn to

Duty / Transition

12 months Unknown 350 Days

Transition-Return to Duty-Civilian LifePoint of

Injury

Whole– Mentally-Physically-Emotionally

MEDICALEnsure delivery of world class medical care

BODYStrengthen the Marine’s body through physical activity

and nutrition to develop life-long healthy habits

SPIRITReignite the spark within the Marine by providing a sense of

belonging, purpose, and pride, and a renewed sense of self-confidence

FAMILYEncourage, nurture, and guide the Marine’s family

through the recovery process and beyond

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MINDProvide activities to improve the Marine’s self-worth, mental stability,

a sense of purpose, and clarity of mind

TBI

PTSDCancer

Motorcycle Accident

Amputation

Maximizing Recovery Time

A Marine’s mind, body, spirit and family are not just healed; they are strengthened and improved.


Improving Self WorthMIND

• Comprehensive web-based employment toolbox

• Guides WII Marines and families through the employment process and provides a range of employment resources and referral information


Improving Self-EsteemBody

• Providing activities that reignite the Marine’s “spark”

• Competition builds camaraderie

• Activities are based on Marine’s medical capability

Activities:– Warrior Athlete Reconditioning Program– Unit PT– Marine Corps Martial Arts Program

Empowering Marines to draw on their proven warrior skills to persevere and overcome adversity.


Strengthening From the Inside OutSpirit

• The WWR works to strengthen a Marine from the inside out.

• WWR staff provides resources and programs that work to improve a Marine’s self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-worth.

• This is achieved through:– Marine Leadership– Mentorship– Counseling– Athletics– Community Service– Chaplain Care

There are some things medicine and technology cannot heal, where scalpel cannot reach and therapy cannot alter.


2011 Games16 – 22 May

Warrior Games


Support for the Entire Family

• Family Readiness Officers – Support families of staff

• Family Support Coordinators– Support families of wounded/ill/injured– A deputy at each detachment – Keeping It All Together welcome packet and

one-on-one orientation

• Communication– Two-way feedback: town halls and focus

groups– Remote and isolated families

• Programs– Care for the Caregiver Workshop– Families OverComing Under Stress (FOCUS)

The WWR understands support must be comprehensive, to include the needs of families and caregivers.

Family

Carol Guzy


For More Information

• WWR Website (www.woundedwarriorregiment.org)– Brochure– Fact Sheet Library Includes

• What Commanders Need to Know• TSGLI• Benefits and Compensation• Recovery Coordination Program (Recovery Care Coordinators)• Family Support Staff• Clinical Services Staff

• Follow us on Facebook

• Sgt Merlin German Wounded Warrior Call Center– 24 / 7 at 1.877.487.6299

Documents

USMC WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT 2011 Wounded Warrior Federal Employment Conference LtCol Jessica Bradley 23 February 2011