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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
Battalion East Complete
Battalion West Complete
Fisher House
Battalion East Complete
Battalion West TBD
Warrior Hope & Care Center
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Battalion West Complete
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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United States Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment • www.woundedwarriorregiment.org • 877.487.6299 •UNCLASS
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
United States Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment • www.woundedwarriorregiment.org • 877.487.6299 •UNCLASS
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
United States Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment • www.woundedwarriorregiment.org • 877.487.6299 •UNCLASS
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.
United States Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment • www.woundedwarriorregiment.org • 877.487.6299 •UNCLASS
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
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Our Marines and their Families are Still in the Fight!Thank you for your continued support.
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