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Working at remaining resilient during the holidays
December 15, 2021 — Holidays are a time for traveling and preparing to spend time with families. This can be an exciting time, especially since COVID-19 has been keeping families apart, but for some, this is can be a really hard time to cope with since many may not be surrounded by loved ones. ... MORE

There are many resources available for Airmen, Guardians, Veterans and their families to access if they are having a hard time coping. There are many books to read, applications to download and organizations to contact that are always available. They can also reach out to the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Program Wellness and Resiliency team located on the AFW2 website, www.woundedwarrior.af.mil.

The Initial Perception: Recovery Care Coordinators assist with Air Force Wounded Warrior Program
August 12, 2021 — There are many common sayings that go along with how important the first impression you leave on someone is. No matter the circumstances for someone’s behavior, on any particular day, there is no way to reverse that initial interaction, conversation, attitude, etc. For this reason, and many more, the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, or AFW2, puts some of their best people as the first stop our warriors interact with. ... MORE

There are many common sayings that go along with how important the first impression you leave on someone is. No matter the circumstances for someone’s behavior, on any particular day, there is no way to reverse that initial interaction, conversation, attitude, etc. For this reason, and many more, the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Program puts some of their best people as the first stop our warriors interact with.

Remaining virtually connected through stories of resilience
July 9, 2020 — Physical distancing has evolved into a new normal way of life that has left many individuals feeling isolated and uncertain on what the future holds. With strict measures in place throughout the nation, the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program Outreach team has worked to maintain a social connection with Air Force unit personnel in a more virtual way... MORE

The Outreach team is continuing their mission in spreading awareness of the AFW2 Program and ensuring Ambassadors have a platform to share their testimonies of resilience and help-seeking behaviors. During this unprecedented time, the Outreach team has heightened their efforts in providing Airmen and Air Force leaders the opportunities to host virtual briefings to learn about the resources that are available for Airmen in need and become connected with AFW2 Ambassadors.

Remaining virtually connected through stories of resilience
July 1, 2020 — Physical distancing has evolved into a new normal way of life that has left many individuals feeling isolated and uncertain about what the future holds. With strict measures in place throughout the nation, the Air Force Wounded Warrior, or AFW2, Program Outreach team has worked to maintain a social connection with Air Force unit personnel in a more virtual way... MORE

Non-medical care managers dedicated to helping wounded warriors, their caregivers and families
March 23, 2018 — Non-medical care managers serve as the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program’s subject-matter experts and actively advocate for more than 3,000 wounded, ill and injured service men and women... MORE

Tijuana Hannibal (left), a lead non-medical care manager with the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, discusses personnel and career options with retired Senior Airman Hannah Stolberg, who enrolled in the AFW2 Program in 2015.