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Air Force Wounded Warrior Program provides comprehensive support for service members
December 2, 2024 — The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, or AFW2, provides non-medical support to Airmen and Guardians recovering from injuries, illnesses, or combat-related conditions, helping them reintegrate into duty or civilian life. Through recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration initiatives, the program offers resources such as adaptive sports, employment assistance, and resiliency workshops, serving as a vital lifeline for nearly 3,000 service members... MORE

The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) provides non-medical support to Airmen and Guardians recovering from injuries, illnesses, or combat-related conditions, helping them reintegrate into duty or civilian life.

JBSA, AACOG recognized for vital partnerships
October 14, 2022 — Joint Base San Antonio and the Alamo Area Council of Governments were recently recognized for their long-standing partnerships with two distinct honors... MORE

New IGSA will provide wounded, recovering service members with transportation
September 10, 2021 — The Alamo Area Council of Governments will soon provide bus service for service members assigned to the Joint Base San Antonio Soldier Recovery Unit, or who are participating or enrolled in the medical recover program at Brooke Army Medical Center, thanks to a newly established Intergovernmental Support Agreement, or IGSA... MORE

Occupational therapist assisting male soldier with prosthetic arm with pushups.

Wounded Warrior Trials promote friendly competition, recovery for service members
April 28, 2021 — On a recent spring morning at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston archery range, U.S. Marine Cpl. Joseph Quintanilla drew his bow, holding tension with a broad back and shoulders more often associated with football than archery... MORE

U.S. Marine Cpl. Joseph Quintanilla shoots his bow as part of the Wounded Warrior archery competition practice and bow fitting.

Month of the Military Caregiver: Hidden Heroes
May 20, 2020 — May is recognized as the Department of Defense’s Month of the Military Caregiver. This time is used to honor, commend and show appreciation for those that care for wounded, ill and injured service members. The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, known as AFW2, has a Caregiver Support and Family Program to assist caretakers in multiple ways,... MORE

May is recognized as the Department of Defense’s Month of the Military Caregiver. This time is used to honor, commend, and show appreciation for those that care for wounded, ill and injured service members. The Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) has a Caregiver Support and Family Program to assist caretakers in multiple ways,

Survey seeks input from family members and friends caring for wounded warriors
September 18, 2018 — Are you a family member or friend caring for a wounded, ill or injured service member? If so, you are not alone. To better understand the specific needs of military caregivers, the Army Public Health Center is conducting a survey. If you are a family member or friend caring for a service member at or Joint Base San Antonio, Texas; Fort Bragg, North Carolina; Fort Sill, Oklahoma; or Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington; the Army wants to hear from you... MORE

The U.S. Army Medical Command’s Army Public Health Center announced the launch of a survey for military caregivers. The survey seeks to understand the social, economic and health impact of caregiving and identify gaps in services.

Air Force Wounded Warrior takes flight with Thunderbirds
November 2, 2017 — Air Force Maser Sgt. Benjamin Seekell, Air Force Wounded Warrior and 343rd Training Squadron security forces apprentice course flight chief, flew with the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” Nov. 2 at JBSA-Kelly Field... MORE

Recovery care coordinators provide ‘boots on the ground’ support
December 29, 2016 — During his 30-year Air Force career, Keith Mondloch spent much of his time on the flight line as an aircraft maintainer, but he also devoted many hours as a senior NCO helping young Airmen with... MORE

Recovery Care Coordinator Jeffrey Leyrer discusses programs and benefits with Tech. Sgt. Joshua Robistow in the Medical Treatment Facility on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Leyrer is one of 42 RCCs who are strategically placed at bases throughout the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)