WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT

WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT

Navy League of the United StatesHonolulu Convention

20 June 2012

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

Wounded Warrior Regiment 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.

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Wounded Warrior Regiment Quantico, Virginia

Naval Hospital Portsmouth

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

VA Polytrauma Center Palo Alto

Strategic Reach

WWR Headquarters

WW Battalions

Detachments

District Injured Support Coordinators

Recovery Care Coordinators

Battalion EastCamp Lejeune, North Carolina

VA Polytrauma Center Tampa

Marines taking care of Marines and their families.

Marine Section

Leader 1:10

Civilian RCC 1:40

Primary Care

Manager

Medical Case

Manager

Naval Hospital 29 Palms

Balboa Naval HospitalBattalion-WestCamp Pendleton, California

Tripler Army Medical Center

San Antonio Military Medical Center

VA Polytrauma Center Minneapolis

Andrews Air Force Base

VA Polytrauma Center Richmond

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Success Throughout TransitionProviding Marines and their families individualized support through the phases of recovery.

Marines prove everyday that they are resilient!

Stabilization Rehabilitation Reintegration

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Warrior Hope and Care Center

Naval Hospital

Barracks

Battalion HQ

Fisher House

Comprehensive Approach to

Care

Wounded Warrior Complexes

Wounded Warrior Complexes

Headquarters Building

Regiment Complete

Battalion East Complete

Battalion West Complete

Wounded Warrior Barracks



Fisher House


Battalion West TBD

Warrior Hope & Care Center

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Battalion-West BEQ Battalion-East BEQ

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Transition-Return to Duty-Civilian Life

Point of Injury

Whole– Mentally-Physically-Emotionally

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

stability, a sense of purpose, and clarity of mind

MEDICALEnsure delivery of world class medical care

BODYStrengthen the Marine’s body through physical activity

and nutrition to develop life-long healthy habits

SPIRITMaintain the spark with the Marine by reinforcing a sense of belonging, purpose, pride, and a renewed sense of self-worth

FAMILYEncourage, nurture, and guide the Marine’s family

through the recovery process and beyond

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

Expected LIMDU Period IDESAdditional Headquarters Marine Corps-Approved LIMDU

12 months UnknownReturn to

Duty / Transition

350 Days

Warrior Care Way Ahead

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Advocate for Marines

• Coordinate with BUMED to ensure delivery of world class medical care and timely movement through the Integrated Disability Evaluation System

• Provide reserve medical support

• Provide resources and referral support for behavioral health challenges (i.e., suicide, TBI, PTS)

• Inform Marines of alternative therapies and training opportunities

• Identify new and emerging technologies

MEDICAL

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Improving Self WorthMIND

Education Internships Return to Duty Prep Online Course Local Colleges and

Universities Trade Schools PME

Federal Agencies Intelligence

Community Military Organizations

On-the-job type training that supports transition goals

Transition Skills Development• Comprehensive web-based employment toolbox• Preparation: resume writing, skills translation,

networking• Transition Courses• Job Placement• Vocational Rehabilitation• Guides WII Marines and families through the

employment process and provides a range of employment resources and referral information

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Empowering Marines Physically

• Providing activities and adaptive sports opportunities that reignite the Marine’s “spark”

– Mandatory participation for Marines joined to the WWR– Sports / activities are tailored to accommodate Marine’s medical condition– Building-block approach to reaching ultimate goals– Competition builds camaraderie– Adaptive sports camps, sporting events, and Marine Corps trials

• Activities are based on Marine’s medical capability• Warrior Athlete Reconditioning Program

Body

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2012 Games 30 April – 3 MayWarrior Games

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Swimming * Cycling * Shooting Archery * Track & Field * Sitting Volleyball

Wheelchair Basketball

2010 - 2012 Chairman’s Cup WinnersMarine Corps

2012 – Total 89 medals

2011 and 2012Ultimate Champion:

Capt Jonathan DisbroMarine Corps


Strength From the Inside Out

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Improving Self-Esteem and Confidence Spirit

• 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– Participation in lines of operation– Individual and Unit Athletics– Community Service

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

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Driven by the WWR’s motto, “Still in the fight”

Celebrating our Marines’ Achievements

Reconditioning Sports * Education * Employment * Staying Marine

Building Capacity in the Marine

Focus on Ability

• Highlight stories of Marines who have surpassed their own or others’ expectations• Provide opportunities for Marines to improvise, adapt, and overcome in all lines of

operation

Improvise

Adapt

Overcome

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Support for the Entire Family

Communication & Feedback

Resource & Referral

Training & Education

The WWR ensures support is comprehensive, to include the needs of families and caregivers.

Family

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Photo by Carol Guzy, Washington Post


Initiatives, Accomplishments, Challenges

• Post-Service Support (90 days for transition from DoD to DVA)

• WWR App• Support Capabilities / Programs

• Recovery Care Coordinators, Warrior Athlete Reconditioning Program, Transition Cell, District Injured Support Coordinators, Medical Cell, Reserve Medical Entitlements Determination Section

Initiatives

• Sergeant Merlin German Wounded Warrior Call Center• Hope and Care Centers• Integrated Disability Evaluation System Advocacy• Computer-Based Training• Command Inspection Program

Accomplishments

• Tailored Recovery Support – There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach

• Personal motivation is key to rebuilding “spirit”• Sustainment of WWR awareness• Program sustainment - Keeping faith with Marines / families

Challenges

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It’s not a process, it’s a relationship.


For More Information

Visit our Websitewww.woundedwarriorregiment.org

Contact the Resource and Information Center: Sgt Merlin German Wounded Warrior Call Center 1.877.487.6299

Fan us on FacebookFacebook.com/WWR.USMC

Follow us on TwitterTwitter.com/USMCWWR

View WWR photos on FlickrFlickr.com/photos/USMCWWR

View WWR videos on YouTubeYouTube.com/USMCWWCC

Our Marines and their Families are Still in the Fight!Thank you for your continued support.

Download the app in the Apple Store (search “Wounded Warrior”) or the Android Marketplace (search “WoundedWarrior”).

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