WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT

1. WOUNDED WARRIOR REGIMENT National Marine Corps Council Fall Conference Colonel John L. Mayer Commanding Officer Wounded Warrior Regiment October 2011

2. 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.

3. Strategic Reach Marines taking care of Marines and their families. Medical Case Manager Primary Care Manager Marine Section Leader 1:10 Civilian RCC 1:40 VA Polytrauma Center Minneapolis Andrews Air Force Base Naval Hospital 29 Palms Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Naval Hospital Portsmouth VA Polytrauma Center Palo Alto VA Polytrauma Center Richmond Wounded Warrior Regiment Quantico, Virginia Balboa Naval Hospital Battalion-West Camp Pendleton, California Battalion East Comp Lejeune, North Carolina Tripler Army Medical Center WWR Headquarters San Antonio Military Medical Center WW Battalions VA Polytrauma Center Tampa Detachments District Injured Support Coordinators Recovery Care Coordinators

4. Success Throughout Transition Providing Marines and their families individualized support through the phases of recovery. Marines prove everyday that they are resilient!

5. Wounded Warrior Complexes Battalion-East BEQ Barracks Battalion-West BEQ Fisher House Battalion HQ Comprehensive Approach to Care Warrior Hope and Care Center Naval Hospital

6. Warrior Care Way Ahead 12 months Unknown 350 Days Return to Duty / Transition IDES Expected LIMDU Period Additional Headquarters Marine Corps-Approved LIMDU Point of Injury Comprehensive Transition Plan Mandatory Lines of Operation MEDICAL Ensure delivery of world class medical care Transition -Return to Duty -Civilian Life MIND Provide activities to improve the Marine’s self-worth, mental stability, a sense of purpose, and clarity of mind BODY Strengthen the Marine’s body through physical activity and nutrition to develop life-long healthy habits SPIRIT Maintain the spark with the Marine by reinforcing a sense of belonging, purpose, pride, and a renewed sense of self-worth • Whole • Mentally • -Physically • -Emotionally • FAMILY • Encourage, nurture, and guide the Marine’s family • through the recovery process and beyond A Marine’s mind, body, spirit and family are not just healed; they are strengthened and improved.

7. Advocate for Marines MEDICAL • Coordinatewith 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

8. Improving Self Worth MIND 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

9. Empowering Marines Physically Body • 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

10. Swimming * Cycling * Shooting Archery * Track & Field * Sitting Volleyball Wheelchair Basketball Warrior Games 2011 Games 16 – 22 May Chairman’s Cup Standings 1st Place: Marine Corps 73 medals 131.4 points 2011 Ultimate Champion: Capt Jonathan Disbro Marine Corps 16 points

11. Strength From the Inside Out

12. 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.

13. Building Capacity in the Marine Driven by the WWR’s motto, “Still in the fight” Celebrating our Marines’ Achievements Reconditioning Sports * Education * Employment * Staying 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

14. Support for the Entire Family The WWR ensures support is comprehensive, to include the needs of families and caregivers. Family Communication & Feedback Training & Education Photo by Carol Guzy, Washington Post Resource & Referral

15. For More Information Visit our Website www.woundedwarriorregiment.org Contact the Resource and Information Center: Sgt Merlin German Wounded Warrior Call Center 1.877.487.6299 Fan us on Facebook Facebook.com/WWR.USMC Follow us on Twitter Twitter.com/USMCWWR View WWR photos on Flickr Flickr.com/photos/USMCWWR View WWR videos on YouTube YouTube.com/USMCWWCC Our Marines and their Families are Still in the Fight! Thank you for your continued support.