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1 Reintegration Synchronization 1

2 Reintegration Training Timeline Suicidal Behaviors Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Child Neglect DUI Day -90 Day 0 Day 10 Day 30 Day 60 Day 90 Day 120 Family Prep: ACS partners with the USO to provide a NEW style reintegration event structured to increase interaction, build connections that lead to the sharing of personal stories/experiences that assist all Spouses. Summary: -ACS/MFLC s provided training -USO provided drinks, fruit, chips for the unit -Children made welcome home banners/signs Facilitated discussions led by: ACS Mob/Dep: Expectation Management ACS Financial Readiness: Post deployment Finances MFLC: Stress Management/Communication Ten Day Reintegration: Day 1: Med threat, STD, DUI, ASAP, SHARP, suicide prevention, resiliency training Day 2: finance, child abuse, Domestic violence, Family Resiliency, marriage workshop Day 3: vacation planning, weather, roads, TRIPPS, motorcycle, fatigued driving, POV safety Day 4: medical screening, personnel actions Day 5: dental, rec safety, outdoor safety, child safety, TRICARE, SJA, MWR, Soldier for Life Day 6: hearing and levy brief Day 7: financial management, G2 security, BOSS, Ed center, voter assistance Day 8: Unit admin, commander s time Day 9: Single soldier housing, commander s time Day 10: commander s certification day, unit commander s safety brief Post Reintegration Training: Readiness Sustainment Training (REST): Unit level training (day 60-90) Unit Cohesion: Warrior Challenge (MWR) Appalachian Trail (BOSS) Managed Deer Hunt Golf Tournament Post Deployment resilience training for soldiers Unit Risk Inventory (ASAP) Relationship Building: Strong bonds Recon challenge Couples Retreat Taste of Oxygen (USO) New Parent Training Get Air Trampoline Park (BOSP) Spouse Classes: Getting Ready for the Ball 2 Post Deployment Resilience Trng for Spouses R2PC)

3 Proposed Reintegration Initiatives Readiness Sustainment Training (REST) Family Member Reintegration Training day Division level reintegration plan brief Round Robin formatting for initial reintegration training Division level guidance on initial reintegration timeline 3

4 Readiness Sustainment Training (REST) Activity: Full day of training to take place days after return from deployment. This training will cover: SHARP, suicide, Soldier Resiliency, Family Resiliency, Domestic Violence/Child Abuse/Child neglect, financial readiness, DUI, and unit risk inventories. The training will leverage round robin and discussion based methods. Target Audience: Soldiers and Family Members Purpose: This mandatory training will improve readiness by providing targeted training tailored to the unit and type of deployment IOT prevent high risk behaviors seen after deployments. It addresses the challenge that many Soldiers and Family Members do not retain the information provided during the standard 10 day reintegration training and many high risk behaviors begin to occur after return from block leave. Location: training provided at the unit area of operation or education center based on commander s preference Length of Training: 6 hours (full day) Supporting Agency: SHARP, ACS (FAP, Financial Readiness, Mob/Depl), BH/EBH, ASAP, R2PC, AWC, Chaplains, MFLCs Cost: free How to Schedule: Schedule with??dptms?? at the same time as the 10 day reintegration training is schedules 4

5 Proposed Reintegration Initiatives Family Member Reintegration Training day Day 2 of the initial reintegration model Test of concept for 1BDE Provide Childcare for entire Brigade 2BNs utilize childcare on day 2 IOT attend family resiliency and financial readiness training 2BNs utilize childcare on day 5 IOT attend unit level event MOEs at 120 days (DV, CA, CN, suicidal behavior, divorce) Division level requirement to for BDE commanders to brief reintegration plan Integrate into current monthly Division Level brief to CG or DCG BDE commanders must brief schedule and plans for FM pre-reintegration event 10 reintegration training model day Readiness Sustainment Training 5

6 Proposed Reintegration Initiatives Round Robin formatting for initial reintegration trianing Day 2: finance, child abuse, Domestic Violence, family resilience Day 3: vacation planning, weather, roads, TRIPPS, motorcycle, fatigued driving, POV safety Day 5: rec safety, outdoor safety, child safety, TRICARE, SJA, MWR, Soldier for Life Day 7: financial management, G2 security, BOSS, Ed Center, voter assistance Division level guidance for initial reintegration timeline Provide standard initial reintegration across Division 4-10 days 6

7 Family Reintegration Preparation 7

8 DHHB Spouse Reintegration Training Event Who: Army Community Service (ACS). What: DHHB Spouse Reintegration Training. Purpose: IAW AR 608-1, ACS partnered with the USO on 21 March, to conduct a Reintegration brief to better prepare Spouses for the return of their Soldier. Event was structured to increase interaction, build connections that led to the sharing of personal stories/experiences that assisted all Spouses. Summary: ACS/MFLC s provided training. To increase awareness of the USO and their capabilities, a partnership took place. USO provided drinks, fruit, chips for the unit, who brought food for the event. Spouses were led through an Icebreaker that built teams which they would belong to for the duration of the event. Once training began, children made welcome home banners/signs. Facilitated discussions took place by the following SME s: ACS Mob/Dep: Expectation Management ACS Financial Readiness: Post Deployment Finances MFLC: Stress Management/Communication End State: A NEW style, interactive Reintegration training that was attended by 48 Spouses, 19 Children, Unit Rear Detachment Leadership. Leadership from 1 st ABCT and DIV Sustainment BDE s observed the event but did not participate. 8

9 10 Day Reintegration 9

10 STANDARD 10-DAY MODEL Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day PDD Placement Medical Threat & STD DUI, Army Substance Abuse Program, HHGs/POV Sexual Harassment and Assault Response Prevention Suicide Prevention Finance briefing Child Abuse/Shaken Baby/Domestic Violence Post Deployment Resilience Training for Warriors Vacation Planning and Driving Time, Hazards on the Road, Seasonal Weather Risks, TRIPS Review Motorcycle safety, Fatigued Driving, POV Safety Medical Screening Personnel Actions * Round Robin (Group will be spilt equally with two hours to complete each station then rotate Dental Screening Recreational Safety, Hunting and Outdoor Safety, Child Safety, TRICARE Benefits, SJA, MWR, ACAP * Round Robin (Group will be spilt equally with two hours to complete each station then rotate) Day 6 Day 7 Day 8 Day 9 Day Hearing Screening Levy briefing FINANCIAL Mngnt G2 Security Assurance BOSS In-brief Education Center, Initial Brief Sign up for classes 0900-UTC Unit Admin functions Commander s Time (Selective Personnel) Single Soldiers Housing (Select Personnel) Commander s Time (Selective Personnel) Commander s Certification Day/ Unit Safety Briefing UTC Voter Assistance 10

11 days Post Reintegration 11

12 Readiness Sustainment Training (REST) Goal This mandatory training will improve readiness by providing targeted, interactive training tailored to the unit and type of deployment during the day post deployment high risk window. Addresses the challenge that many Soldiers and Family Members do not retain the information provided during the standard 10 day reintegration training and many high risk behaviors begin to occur after return from block leave. Program Design Full day of training to take place days after return from deployment. Training will cover: SHARP, suicide, Soldier Resiliency, Family Resiliency, Domestic Violence/Child Abuse/Child neglect, financial readiness, DUI, and unit risk inventories. Will leverage round robin and discussion based methods. ACS BH/EBH ASAP R2PC Chaplains MFLCs SHARP Supporting Agencies CR2C Guidance 14 June 18: Senior Commander designated this as a mandatory requirement for commanders to schedule REST (for execution at days reintegration) 12

13 Spiritual Fitness Training for day option 13

14 Spiritual Fitness Training for day option 14

15 Spiritual Fitness Training for day option 15

16 Spiritual Fitness Training for day option 16

17 Spiritual Fitness Training for day option 17

18 Living on a Plan: Creating a Budget that Works! Activity: Explore the use of budgets, goals and financial statements. Identify the essential elements of a budget. Prepare a spending plan, identify an Action plan and identify debt to income ratio. Target Audience: Soldiers, Family Members, Individuals and couples exhibiting High Risk behaviors. Purpose: To gain an understanding of the importance of living of a budget. Location: Commander determines training location; however, training can be conducted at ACS BLDG Lindquist Road, FSGA. Training will be provided at unit s area or the field. Length of Training: Typically 1 1/2 hour; however, time can be adjusted. Supporting Agency: ACS Financial Readiness Team. Cost: Free How to Schedule: please contact James D. james.d.fleming.civ@mail.mil, or , BLDG 86, if possible please contact POC two weeks before training date. 18

19 Saving and Investing Activity: Understand the purpose of saving and investing and to become familiar with the basics of savings uses and tools. Gain knowledge on TSP/BRS, Stocks, Bonds, Mutual Funds and investment techniques. Target Audience: Soldiers, Family Members, Individuals and couples exhibiting High Risk behaviors. Purpose: To gain an understanding of the importance of saving and investing for a financially secure future/retirement. Location: Commander determines training location; however, training can be conducted at ACS BLDG Lindquist Road, FSGA. Training can be provided at unit s area or the field. Length of Training: Typically 1 1/2 hour; however, time can be adjusted. Supporting Agency: ACS Financial Readiness Team. Cost: Free How to Schedule: please contact James D. james.d.fleming.civ@mail.mil, or , BLDG 86, if possible please contact POC two weeks before training date. 19

20 RECON Challenge: Resiliency, Enrichment, Communication Orienteering, Navigation Activity: RECON Challenge is designed to incorporate reintegration, resiliency, communication, and team work. This challenge has two terrain designs: urban and rural. Working as a team, participants move from point to point on a 4.5 mile land navigation course. Challenges are completed before receiving information to the next area. The 5-8 challenges are based on communication, team work, emotional or relationship. The event and challenges are based upon the unit Commander needs assessment. Target Audience: Families, Couples, Soldiers Purpose: The purpose of the ACS sponsored Land Navigation Challenge is to continue Post Deployment Reintegration and Communication training directed at Soldiers and Family Members from the Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield Area. Location: Holbrook Pond Area or throughout Garrison Length of Training: 6 Supporting Agency: ACS Cost: FREE How to Schedule: Tonya Imus, tonya.e.imus.civ@mail.mil, , ACS, MD&SSO Program Manager, Bldg

21 Family Wellness Training Activity: A discussion providing information regarding family violence. Equipping the audience with the ability to prevent, identify and properly report abuse. Information is also provided regarding available community resources. Target Audience: Soldiers and Family Member Spouses Purpose: Engage leadership within 30 days after redeployment offering education regarding the various forms, impact, and the alternatives to family violence which includes available resources. Location: Leaderships determine the location for training. Length of Training: 1 hour Supporting Agency: ACS, Family Advocacy Program Cost: Free How to Schedule: Family Advocacy Program Specialist, , ACS, Bldg. 82; Please provide at least one week of advance notice. 21

22 Signs and Symptoms of PTSD/TBI Activity: Psychoeducational and interactive training provided by Licensed Behavioral Health Providers assigned to the unit. Target Audience: Soldiers and Family Members Purpose: To define PTSD/TBI, identify the symptoms of PTSD/TBI, and treatment options available Location: Able to provide training at unit s area of operation or the field Length of Training: 1 hour Supporting Agency: Department of Behavioral Health Cost: Free How to Schedule: LCDR Sara Pulliam, Winn Army Community Hospital sara.e.pulliam2.mil@mail.mil Please give no less than two weeks advanced notice to schedule training 22

23 Strong Bonds Retreats Activity: Couples (or Single Soldiers) will receive training on communication, life skills, relationships, and resiliency Target Audience: Soldiers and Family Members Purpose: Enhance Soldier and Family readiness Location: Varies (Hotel/Retreat Centers provide a safe location in which participants are able to learn and share) Length of Training: 1 to 2 ½ Days Supporting Agency: Chaplains Cost: Free How to Schedule: CH (MAJ) Darryl Gordon, charles.d.gordon.mil@mail.mil, or SGT Brianna Odgers, brianna.r.odgers.mil@mail.mil,

24 Incidents Reported by Command Channels Unit Risk Inventory (URI) Self-Reported High-Risk Behavior (Survey Info) Reintegration Unit Risk Inventory (R-URI) 3 Not all high risk behaviors are captured and analyzed through installation reporting. Therefore, to depict actual Soldier and Family member attitudinal and behavioral data, an anonymous survey can be utilized so that Soldiers can remove the fear of reprisal. The R-URI should be administered to a unit between 30 and 180 days of redeployment. Not more than once per 12 months to avoid test burnout. Commanders or Unit Prevention Leaders (UPL) can contact their unit Dedicated ASAP Specialist at to schedule the R-URI for their units. 24

25 Post-Deployment Resilience Training for Spouses/Couples (1-6 Months) Activity: This module focuses on re-establishing and strengthening ties as a Soldier continues to transition back into the Family unit. The training can be attended by couples, or just by the spouse or significant other alone Target Audience: Soldiers, Spouses, and/or significant others Purpose: Strengthen ties as a Soldier transitions back into a Family unit. Location: This module can be delivered at the R2 Performance Center or at any venue with projection capability. Length of Training: Two-hour module Supporting Agency: R2 Performance Center Cost: N/A How to Schedule:: Please contact the R2 Performance Center, 844 Gulick Ave, building 442, call or John Gaddy at john.w.gaddy.ctr@mail.mil for more information 25

26 Post-Deployment Resilience Training for Soldiers (3-6 Months) Activity: This module discusses the continuing transition home, and acts as a progress check for the common challenges discussed during the reintegration period. Self-aid and buddy-aid are also discussed Target Audience: Soldiers 3-6 months after a deployment has been completed Purpose: Provides a progress check as Soldiers continue to reintegrate Location: This module can be delivered at the R2 Performance Center or at any venue with projection capability. Length of Training: Two-hour module Supporting Agency: R2 Performance Center Cost: N/A How to Schedule: Please contact the R2 Performance Center, 844 Gulick Ave, building 442, call or John Gaddy at john.w.gaddy.ctr@mail.mil for more information 26

27 Army Wellness Center Available Programs: Weight Management Healthy Nutrition Fitness Assessments Stress Management Unit Assessments: Testing and/or Classes 808 Worcester Ave; Bldg 201-A HOURS OF OPERATION Monday Friday Closed Daily for Lunch Friday closed (staff training) For appointments and information call (912) METABOLIC TESTING FITNESS TESTING BIOFEEDBACK BOD-POD Unit Assessment POC: Micah Hamm, AWC Director (912)

28 Preparing to be together Activity: Preparing to be together for Families/Reintegration Symposium Target Audience: Families Purpose: Provides a open discussion environment for Families to talk to SMEs concerning reintegration topics and concerns. Where: (USO, Main Post Chapel) TBD When: (60-30 days prior to Soldiers return) TBD Duration: 2 Hours Supporting Agency: ACS Financial Readiness, MFLC, FRG and MOB/DEP. 28

29 RECON Challenge Activity: Land Navigation Course with challenges at each point. Target Audience: Families/Couples/Soldiers Purpose: Provide a challenging and funny event that promotes communication and encourages team work. Where: Holbrook Pond Area When: TBD Duration: 6 Hours Supporting Agency: ACS, DFMWR, MFLC 29

30 Couple MRT/Strong Bonds Retreat Activity: Couples will complete all skills within MRT during the week and then proceed on a weekend couples retreat. Target Audience: High risk couples. Purpose: Work with couples to improve individual communication skill, couples interactions, financial training and problem solving. Where: When: TBD Supporting Agency: ACS Financial Readiness, Chaplains and Wellness Center 30

31 Taste of Oxygen Activity: Target Audience: Medium risk couples. Purpose: Where: When: TBD Supporting Agency: Chaplains 31

32 Warrior Challenge Activity: Kayaking / Low Ropes Course / Mountain Biking / Paintball Target Audience: Unit Level Purpose: Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ) is an Army RESET training tool designed to introduce Soldiers to activities that serve as alternatives to aberrant behaviors often associated with accidents involving recently re-deployed Soldiers. This tool presents coping outlets to help Soldiers realize their own new level of normal after deployment and "move on" with their lives. Where: Holbrook Pond Area When: TBD Supporting Agency: MWR (912)

33 Managed Deer Hunt Activity: Deer Hunting Target Audience: First Time/Seasoned Hunters Purpose: Allow Soldiers and Families an opportunity to enjoy being in nature and learning how to relax. Promote self reflection. Where: Fort Stewart Hunting Areas When: TBD Supporting Agency: MWR 33

34 New Parent Training Activity: Learn/Refresh proper infant care. Target Audience: All new parents within 1ABCT Purpose: Help you learn to cope with stress, isolation, post-deployment reunions, and the everyday demands of parenthood. Trained, supervised home visitors have extensive knowledge of the issues parents face, and they are also sensitive to the unique challenges facing military Families. Where: Bldg 82 When: TBD Supporting Agency: ACS, New Parent Support 34

35 Getting Ready for the Ball Activity: Ball Dress assistance, Make-up and Hair professionals and dance lessons. Target Audience: Couples/Families Purpose: Prepare Families on proper etiquette and traditional of military balls. Where: USO When: TBD Supporting Agency: USO 35

36 Appalachian Trail Weekend Activity: Individuals will hike from Amicalola Falls State Park to the Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail, camp and return. Target Audience: Single Soldiers Purpose: Where: Amicalola Falls State Park When: TBD Supporting Agency: BOSS, MFLC 36

37 Get Air Activity: Trampoline Park, Dodge Ball, Foam Pit, etc. Target Audience: Single Parents and Children Purpose: Give Parents and Children an exciting opportunity to reconnect with each other. Where: Get Air Trampoline Park, Savannah, GA When: TBD Supporting Agency: BOSP/BOSS 37

38 Golf Tournament Activity: 18 Hole Golf Course Target Audience: All unit Soldiers and Families Purpose: Alternate activity to bring unit together in a relaxed environment. Where: Hunter Army Airfield/Taylor Creek Gold Course When: TBD Supporting Agency: DFMWR 38