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October 5, 2011
We will be starting the
“Understanding Military Culture Webinar”
shortly
Welcome!
Welcome toMilitary Families Webinar #1
(series of 3):“Understanding Military Culture”
Facilitated by: Penny Deavers, SE Resource Team
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WELCOME!
CAPT Southeast Resource Team
Shannon GreerIT Specialist
Iris E. SmithCoordinator
Charline McCordT/TA Coordinator
Penny DeaversT/TA Specialist, GRAA
Carol A. HagenEpidemiologist
Carlos PavaoT/TA Specialist
Deirdre DanaharT/TA Specialist
LaShawn MartinSr. Admin Assistant
Bertha GorhamEvaluator
Donna DentAssociate Coordinator
Objectives
• Gain knowledge of the structure of the military
• Increase understanding of military culture
• Explore resources available to military children
• Better incorporate the needs of the military into the SPF process
• Take one action step from information provided
Welcome and Overview of Military
Stephanie Weaver, MSG, National Guard Counterdrug Liaison to
SAMHSA
Facts and Figures: Need for Tx and Recovery Support Services
• Authorized End Strength for FY 2010Army National Guard – 358,200Army Reserve – 205,000Navy Reserve – 65,500Marine Corps Reserve – 39,600Air National Guard – 106,700 Air Force Reserve – 69,500Coast Guard Reserve – 10,000Total Active Force = 854,500
Source: FY 2010 National Defense Authorization Act
Facts and Figures: Need for Tx and Recovery Support Services
• Authorized End Strength for FY 2010
Army - 547,400
Navy - 328,800
Marine Corps - 202,100
Air Force - 331,700____________________________________________________________________________
Total Active Force = 1,410,000
Source: FY 2010 National Defense Authorization Act
Facts and Figures: Need for Tx and Recovery Support Services
• Approx 75% of positive urinalysis results for National Guard are from folks never deployed
• Drugs of Choice
• Alcohol (culturally accepted and often encouraged)
• Marijuana
• Cocaine
• Meth
Facts and Figures: Need for Tx and Recovery Support Services
• In FY 2010 assessed problem
• 6% (59) primary problem was alcohol or drugs
• 7% (69) secondary problem was alcohol or drugs
• FY 10 Suicides in Army National Guard
• Suicides nearly doubled from FY09
• Over 52% were soldiers that have never deployed
SAMHSA’s Strategic Priorities
• # 3 – Military Families
• Goal 3.1: Improve military families’ access to community-based behavioral health care through coordination among SAMHSA, TRICARE, DoD, and Veterans Health Administration services.
• Goal 3.2: Improve the quality of behavioral health-focused prevention, treatment, and recovery support services by helping providers respond to the needs within the military family culture.
SAMHSA’s Strategic Priorities
• # 3 – Military Families
• Goal 3.3: Promote the behavioral health of military families with programs and evidence-based practices that support their resilience and emotional health.
• Goal 3.4: Develop an effective and seamless behavioral health service system for military families through coordination of policies and resources across Federal, national, State, Territorial, Tribal, and local organizations.
MILITARY FAMILIES: WEBINAR #1
“AN INTRODUCTION TO THE CULTURE OF THE MILITARY”
Mona M. Johnson MA, CPP, CDP Director School Behavioral Health, CAF-BHO
[email protected] 253-968-4440
Military & Veteran Culture:
Why is there a lack of understanding? Ratio of Service Members to Civilians
population is small compared to other eras (WWII)
Today less than 2% of 300 million people in US serve in military
This small percentage is why it’s important for civilians to take time to learn and understand the military and its Veterans
Realities of the Military: Military life is physically, emotionally and
psychologically demanding Culturally, Service Members and their families
appear (and are often) strong, confident and competent
When relating to civilians, these projections of duty, honor and strength can be misread by their language and bravado
It is impossible for civilians to truly understand the pressures of war, which is the reality of Service Members whose jobs entail going to war, protecting and sometimes killing others
Continued research is telling us more and more about the long-term impacts of war
Becoming Culturally Competent:
Be aware of your own attitudes about the military
Learn the culture of the military (structure, training, uniforms, ranks, laws, rituals, etc.)
Know about the benefits and resources available to Service Members and veterans
Speak to an Expert:
Find a person who understands military culture and have them teach you about it
Speak with someone who has served or someone with a close family member who has served
Speak with someone who works with Veteran Service Organizations, such as American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Disabled American Veterans
Note: Don’t be afraid to ask questions and admit what you don’t know.
Take Part in the Culture:
Get to know the Child and Family Services at your local installation
Volunteer at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Talk to Service Members/veterans and ask them questions about their service
Attend a deployment homecoming event Assist with an active duty or veterans’
event
How the Military Works: There are 5 branches, each with their own
mission: Army Navy Air Force Marine Corps Coast Guard
There are 3 categories of people: Active Duty Reserve & Guard Forces (work civilian jobs while
serving one weekend per month but can be called to active duty)
Veterans and retirees (past military members)
Who’s in Charge?
The President of the United States is the Commander-in-Chief and is responsible for making all final decisions
The Secretary of Defense (DoD) controls each branch of the military except the Coast Guard
Missions of the Military: Department of Defense - Charged with
coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions of the government relating directly to national security and the United States Armed Forces.
Army – To fight and win our Nation’s wars by providing prompt, sustained land dominance across a full range of military operations and spectrum of conflict in support of combatant commanders
Air Force – To deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global interests – to fly, and fight in air, space & cyberspace
Missions of the Military:(continued)
Navy – To maintain, train and equip combat- ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression, and maintaining freedom of the seas
Marines – Are trained, organized, equipped for offensive amphibious employment and as a “force of readiness”
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1. Anticipation
of Departure
2. Detachment
& Withdrawal
3. Emotional
Disorganization
4. Recovery & Stabilizatio
n
5.Anticipation
of Return
6.Return
Adjustment &
Renegotiation
7.Reintegrati
on & Stabilizatio
n
The “New” Emotional Cycle of Deployment
Stage One: Anticipation of Departure
Timeframe: When family members receive orders
Increased feelings of stress in home Reality of change ahead is “sinking in” Denial & anticipation of loss Focus is on completing family pre-deployment
activity checklist Family members may feel more emotional In case of multiple deployments – new cycle
may begin before family has had time to successfully renegotiate shared vision from last deployment
Stage Two: Detachment & Withdrawal
Timeframe: Last week or so before Service Member leaves
Service Member is focused on preparing for mission & may distance self from family
Anger, arguments may occur as family prepares to protect themselves from impact of separation
Communication may be difficult In preparation for loss, family may begin to act
like Service Member is already gone Multiple deployments can result in need to
repeatedly create distance; to feel “numb” and avoid emotional connection
Stage Three: Emotional Disorganization
Timeframe: 1-12 weeks into deployment Life without Service Member may initially feel
overwhelming Routines change, responsibilities added Kids may . . .
Feel numb & not interested in doing much Feel more irritable than usual Have difficulty concentrating – particularly at school Wish things would go back to “normal” Be surprised near the end of this stage because things
may be moving smoothly now that the Service Member is gone
Stage Four: Recovery & Stabilization
Timeframe: Usually months 4 -10 after deployment
Family starts to settle into routine without Service Member
Coping with changes can be positive for kids May enjoy newfound responsibilities Sense of independence Relief that family is functioning well
Coping with changes can be challenging for kids Difficult time accepting changes Stressed, depressed & difficulty getting things done Feel unsupported & worried about how to make it through
Often there is a mixture of both responses
Stage Five: Anticipation of Return
Timeframe: About 8 weeks before Service Member returns
Homecoming is exciting! Family is happy, excited, & feeling boost of energy Trying to make things “perfect” for return Sense of relief that Service Member will be home
combined with worries about whether or not things will be the same
Positive Leave Experience = Positive Homecoming Challenging Leave Experience = Challenging
Homecoming
Stage Six: Return Adjustment &
Renegotiation Timeframe: About 1-12 weeks after Service
Member returns During separation all family members have
changed Changes may hold pleasant surprises or may
cause conflict Family may feel overwhelmed by Service
Member attempts to get to know everyone again
Everyone needs space & time to readjust Entire family must begin to renegotiate how
household will look now that everyone is together again
Stage Seven: Reintegration & Stabilization
Timeframe: Up to 6 months (and beyond) after Service Member returns
Family continues to adjust to having Service Member home
A “new normal” is established regarding routines and expectations
Members may begin to feel secure, relaxed, & comfortable with one another again
If readjustment challenges resurface, support is important…it is okay to ask for help if needed.
Strengths Resulting from Deployment:
Fosters maturity Growth inducing Encourages independence Encourages flexibility, adaptability Builds skills for adjusting to separation & losses
faced later in life Strengthens family bonds Civics – Fosters positive relationship with
community Others?
Creating Links Between Prevention & the Military: Strategic Prevention Framework
Assessment Capacity Planning Implementation Evaluation Sustainability Cultural Competence
Assessment:
Defining the problem or the issue that needs to be tackled
Collecting data to: Understand the population’s needs Review resources that are required & available Identify readiness of the community to
address prevention needs and service gaps
Capacity:
Capacity involves mobilizing human, organizational and financial resources to meet project goals
Training and education to promote readiness are also critical aspects of building capacity
Facilitate the adoption of science-based prevention policies, programs and practices
Planning:
Involves the creation of a comprehensive plan with goals, objectives and strategies aimed at meeting the needs of the community
Organizations select logic models and evidence-based policies and programs
Determine costs and resources needed for effective implementation
Implementation:
Focused on carrying out the various components of the prevention plan as well as identifying and overcoming any potential barriers
Organizations detail the evidence-based policies and practices that need to be undertaken, develop specific timelines, and decide on ongoing program evaluation needs
Evaluation:
Helps organizations recognize what they have done well and what areas need improvement
Involves measuring the impact of programs and practices to understand their effectiveness and any need for change
Efforts greatly influence the future planning of a program
Impacts sustainability, shows sponsors that resources are being used wisely
Sustainability:
Refers to the process through which a prevention system becomes a norm and is integrated into ongoing operations
Is vital to ensuring that prevention values and processes are firmly established, that partners are strengthened, and that financial and other resources are secured over the long term
Cultural Competence:
The process of communicating to audiences from diverse geographic, ethnic, racial, cultural, economic, social and linguistic backgrounds
Is a dynamic process that requires cultural knowledge and skill development at all service levels, including policy making, administration, and practice
Questions:
What active steps are you going to begin to take to learn more about military culture?
How are you going to begin implementing this Strategic Prevention Framework planning process in your own area?
OPERATION MILITARY KIDS
Presented by Penny Deavers, SE Resource Team
• Operation Military Kids (OMK) is the U.S. Army's collaborative effort with America's communities to support children and youth impacted by deployment. Regardless of whether families are experiencing deployment for the first time, the second time or another in a series of multiple deployments, OMK’s goal is to connect military children and youth with local resources in order to achieve a sense of community support and enhance their well-being.
OPERATION MILITARY KIDS (OMK)
Through OMK, Participants Will…
• Meet other youth who are also experiencing deployment
• Participate in a range of recreational, social & educational programs
• Gain leadership, organizational, and technical skills by participating in the Speak Out for Military Kids program or Mobile Technology Lab programs
Through OMK, Participants Will… (cont’d.)
• Receive assistance with school issues by connecting with Army Child, Youth & School Services School Liaisons
• Attend single-day, weekend or even longer residential camps
4 Components of OMK
1) “Ready, Set, Go” Trainings:
Community trainings are designed to increase non-military youth workers, educators, counselors and other community members’ understanding of:
• the unique issues facing military youth • military culture • the deployment cycle • the need to foster resilience in youth and to engage
them in building State and local community networks to provide support for military children and youth.
4 Components of OMK, cont’d.
2) Hero Packs:
Hero Packs are filled by non-military youth and community organizations with mementos and items designed to help keep military kids connected with their deployed parent. They are a way to hand-deliver a salute to military children and youth for their strength and sacrifices while parents are deployed.
4 Components of OMK, cont’d.
3) Mobile Technology Lab (MTL):
MLT is a mobile, internet-ready computer lab for use in a variety of settings. The lab provides access to technology for military youth to communicate with deployed loved ones, learn about technology, enhance educational experiences, or make videos/pictures, etc. to send deployed loved ones. MTLs include: laptop computers configured for the internet; digital video camera; scanner/and software packages, e.g., video/photo editing and webpage design.
4 Components of OMK, cont’d.
4) Speak Out for Military Kids – (SOMK):
SOMK is OMK’s youth-driven community outreach program. Through participation in SOMK, military and non-military youth help generate community awareness of issues faced by military youth when a parent is in the deployment cycle. SOMK provides youth participants with the opportunity to gain valuable leadership, research, organization, technology, public speaking and presentation skills. Youth use these skills to foster activism in supporting military youth in their communities.
Operation Military Kids (OMK)Contact Information for Your State
To join the statewide efforts of OMK committee in your state go to:
http://www.operationmilitarykids.org/public/states.aspx
Military Families: Webinars 2 and 3
Dates/Times to be announced!
For further information about this webinar, please contact Penny Deavers at
[email protected] or 205-755-1210
THANK YOU!
Questions? Additional Comments?
Contact Information
LaShawn Martin
Senior Administrative Assistant,
Southeast Resource Team
Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies
678-954-5824