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July 17, 2020
AFW2 Virtual Track and Field Competition

Tech Sgt. Justin Goad (L) and Master Sgt. Nikiki Favuzza(R) start off the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program (AFW2) Virtual Track & Field competition with a 1500 meter run at JBSA-Randolph, Texas this morning. In the current climate of physical distancing, AFW2 endeavors to continue maintaining a
Dec. 10, 2019
Master Sgt. Jessica Clayton: An invisible wounds story of multiple traumas, continuous recovery, and resilience

No matter where you’re from or your AFSC, everyone is at risk of developing an invisible wound. Any exposure to a traumatic event can be a trigger and every person responds to trauma differently. For some, a blow to the head, a serious accident, or a painful event could be enough, while for others
Sept. 24, 2019
Recovery Care Coordinator: Your first step with serious injury or illness

For military members who have been injured or ill during duty, navigating the journey to recovery through the medical and personnel systems can be overwhelming. This is why the Air Force established the Recovery Care Coordinator position.
Jan. 10, 2018
Living with an attitude of gratitude – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 3)

“I already got my running blade,” said an enthusiastic Maj. Stephanie Proellochs (PRE’-locks).After only taking her first steps in November, Proellochs, a U.S. Air Force Medical Service Corps (MSC) Officer and recent amputee, was already thinking of how she would be able to run and eventually
Dec. 27, 2017
Embracing the uncharted life as an amputee – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 2)

Maj. Stephanie Proellochs (PRE’-locks), a recent amputee, gazes up at the rock climbing wall at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center’s physical therapy center in Bethesda, Maryland. She recalled the time she witnessed a Service member who had lost his arm effortlessly climb his way to the
Dec. 20, 2017
Every journey begins with a single step – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 1)

This started as a story about an Airman fighting cancer, overcoming the odds, and returning to active duty. Unfortunately, stories about cancer are rarely so simple, and just when the finish line is in site, new challenges can present themselves.Such is the case for Maj. Stephanie Proellochs, a
May 2, 2017
Deployment trauma bonds Warriors for life

Tech. Sgts. Benjamin Seekell and Brian Williams’s life-changing experiences led them to become Warriors and helped forge an inseparable bond between them. The friends participated in the Warrior CARE events and team training here Apr. 24 – 28.
April 27, 2017
Former Airman renewed as Warrior

Robert Wiles, a former 96th Medical Operations Squadron mental health technician, provided mentorship to new Wounded Warriors at a CARE event here April 24-28.
Feb. 24, 2017
2017 AF Trials commence

By Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons Air Force Personnel Center Public AffairsNELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. – "Over the past few days, I have had the privilege to meet warriors from different countries and services with the most incredible stories the majority will never fully understand. These warriors have
Nov. 18, 2016
Wounded Warriors teach resiliency to Team BLAZE

Two retired master sergeants participating in the U.S. Air Force Wounded Warrior Program visited Team BLAZE to speak of the importance of resiliency Nov. 15 - 18 at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. Chris Aguilera and Lisa Hodgden spoke about their traumatic experiences, the resiliency they

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AFW2 Virtual Track and Field Competition

Master Sgt. Jessica Clayton: An invisible wounds story of multiple traumas, continuous recovery, and resilience

Recovery Care Coordinator: Your first step with serious injury or illness

Living with an attitude of gratitude – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 3)

Embracing the uncharted life as an amputee – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 2)

Every journey begins with a single step – An Airman’s story of resiliency (Part 1)

Deployment trauma bonds Warriors for life

Former Airman renewed as Warrior

2017 AF Trials commence

Wounded Warriors teach resiliency to Team BLAZE

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