total force fitness presentation

Roles of Personnel

Family Readiness Officer

Communication

Total Force Fitness

Total Force FitnessThroughout the Fleet Readiness Training Plan

Mrs. Jinger A BrinkleyCommand Family Ombudsman EOD Mobile Unit 6

CAPT Wilbur Douglass, CHC, USNNECC Force Chaplain

NECCNECC Adaptive, Responsive, ExpeditionaryAdaptive, Responsive, Expeditionary

A balance between Mission, Family, and Sailor is critical to overall readiness.

To attain this balance, it is insufficient to train only the uniformed force. NECC affirms its commitment to educate, inform, and train the family members who support, sustain, and motivate its Sailors as well.

Purpose


Execution

…incorporating families into the four phases of the FRTP (maintenance, basic, integrated, sustainment) COs will develop families under their command umbrella as they would any other asset – through classes, training events, and vigilant maintenance.


Fleet Readiness Training Plan (FRTP)

The FRTP consists of a four phase operational cycle which includes Maintenance, Basic, Integrated, and Sustainment.

Sailors and families may join a command at any phase of the FRTP. For this reason the CPFRP must be robust and responsive enough to address the unique needs of individuals and families that may temporarily be out of sync with the readiness of the command.


Total Force Fitness (TFF)

TFF Model TFF is a model of eight human conditions which must be considered and addressed throughout the phases of the FRTP.

Consider ways that each condition might impact family readiness when developing a plan for each FRTP phase.

The Department of Defense has developed a TFF model which applies to service members. NECC has modified the model to apply to family members.

Total Fitness is to provide Sailors, families, and CFRT’s with knowledge, skills and tools from which health, resilience and optimal performance can emerge

Total Force Fitness


Physical Fitness

Physical Fitness is the ability to physically accomplish all aspects of day-to-day requirements while remaining healthy and uninjured. Physical fitness can be split into four components: endurance, mobility, strength, and flexibility.

Example: Developing a healthy lifestyle with a hectic schedule.


Environmental Fitness

Environmental Fitness is the awareness of and ability to adapt in any environment and withstand the multiple stressors of a military lifestyle.

Example: Change of duty station and geographic location, cost of living.


Medical Fitness

Medical Fitness is a condition of mental and physical well-being as determined by medical standards.

Example: Exceptional family member support.


Spiritual Fitness

All individuals are spiritual beings. Spiritual fitness refers to the ability of individuals to connect and the command’s ability to address the variety of needs within a diverse community.

Example: Family access to spiritual programs.


Nutritional Fitness

Nutritional Fitness refers to the provision and consumption of food in quantities, quality, and proportions to enable daily performance and to protect against disease or injury.

Example: Establishing and maintaining healthy eating pattern.


Psychological Fitness

Psychological fitness is the integration and optimization of mental, emotional, and behavioral abilities and capacities to optimize performance and strengthen the resilience of Sailors and families.

Example: Operational Stress Continuum Training


Behavioral Fitness

Behavioral health refers to the relationship between an individual’s behavior and their positive or negative health outcome.

Example: Children’s performance at school


Social Fitness

Social fitness is the establishment of stable, cohesive families that are integrated into the larger community. Social cohesion is a strength multiplier.

Examples: Vibrant, active and collaborative FRG.


TFF Throughout the FRTP

A Ready Command Includes a Ready Family. A Sailor who’s family is properly trained and supportive allows that Sailor to better form their duties.

A family who is ill equipped to sustain quality of life in the absence of their Sailor can be a distraction for the Sailor, and an obstacle to Unit and Mission Success


TFF Throughout the FRTP

…make every effort to inform and support

CFRT shall meet quarterly to discuss the command FRTP and consider the eight components of TFF and consciously decide how to integrate Family Readiness at each phase.


FRTP Maintenance Phase

The command… organizes and identifies gaps in critical skill

Appointment and Training of CFRT

Recruitment and Orientation training of Ombudsman and FRGL if one is not already appointed

Publish CO’s Intent for CFRP

Develop plan for periodic spouse/family orientation

Begin building rapport between family members and the CFRT

Appointment and Training of CFRT

Recruitment and Orientation training of Ombudsman and FRGL if one is not already appointed

Publish CO’s Intent for CFRP

Develop plan for periodic spouse/family orientation

Begin building rapport between family members and the CFRT




Special consideration when choosing your CFRTFamily Readiness Officer

Experience in the CommandOther Collateral AssignmentCommunication Skills with Civilian Personnel/Family MembersAbility to empathize with Command Families and vet their concernsWillingness to “step up” in times of crisis or distress

Command Family OmbudsmanWritten communication skillsExperience as a Navy/NECC Spouse/loved oneUnderstanding the mission requirements and impact on command familiesUnderstanding of Unit, Mission, Chain of Command, ProtocolCommunication skills Forward Leaning when caring for Command Families

Family Readiness Group VolunteersSense of UnityUnderstanding and support Problem solvers Understanding of Unit, Mission, Chain of Command, Protocol




Command Resource Center (CRC)

A Command Resource Center will support both the CFRT and families within the command. Establish a CRC to centralize information and resource material distribution. Update the information as often as possible and encourage Sailors andfamilies to submit information about resources they use.


FRTP Basic Phase

Command emphasizes development and mastery of individual skills required to complete the mission…


FRTP Basic Phase

CFRTs work to establish a network that is capable of offering support in any situation

Command Indoctrination – include spouses/family member

Mentorship Programs (COMPASS and CORE)

Families Overcoming Under Stress Workshop (FOCUS)

FRG/Ombudsman Advanced Training

Command sponsored social events


FRTP Basic Phase

Combined Command & Family Events

Invite family members to Command morale events. Include them in celebratory messages and ceremonies; educate family members on the Navy Core Values.

Build camaraderie between support organizations (MWR, Ward Room, Chiefs Mess, FCPOA, FRG)

MWR Events (burger burn, ultimate football, etc.)Family DayCommand OlympicsRetirementsPromotionsAwards Ceremonies


FRTP Basic Phase

Clearly communicate the mission requirements and risks associated with the Command mission

Mission Awareness

A family who is prepared mentally for extended absences due to training or deployment can better prepare for the resulting stress. Knowledge can relieve some of this stress and anxiety.


FRTP Integrated Phase

Developing advanced skills and exercising at operations/integration with other units

CFRTs should focus on using the network established during the Basic Phase to ensure its reliability.

Command leadership should acknowledge the stress that

families face as training demands increase.

Commands should provide tools for Sailors and their families to combat stress and the negative impact of high OPTEMPO.

Families Modify Family Routine – preparing for absence of Service Member



Pre-deployment BriefingQuarterly spouse/family orientationWelcome briefs/IndoctrinationSailor and Family recall testIncorporate Family Preps into Disaster Preparedness DrillsPre-Deployment BriefsFamily Resiliency TrainingOperational Stress ControlOperational Readiness Testing

Command leadership should acknowledge the stress that Sailors and families face when deploying and its impact. Commands should provide tools for Sailors and their families to combat stress and the negative impact of deployments/high Optempo. The readiness of a Sailor is impacted by the readiness of their family.



The Integrated Phase is a perfect time for the CFRTs to make a dry run or ‘fast cruise’ for deployment. While the unit is away on exercises or training, the Ombudsman can circulate information to the family, test the flow of communication, and ensure the necessary resources for support are in place. This is also a good time to offer the Family Pre-deployment informational brief because it provides a long lead time for families to address issues rather than waiting until a few weeks before deployment.

Test your Family Readiness communications, network, and see what works and what does not. Identify your strong members and who might need some additional support during the deployment.

Fast Cruise



Reality of Risk CFRT Pre-Deployment Plan of Action Training AccidentsWIA/KIAInherent risk of Rate

Pursue facilitated trainingCOMPASSFamilies Overcoming Under Stress (FOCUS)

Family care planAll Sailors

Foster a climate of support and understanding where Sailors are provided training on how best to communicate with their spouses/family members


FRTP Sustainment Phase

Implement Modified Family Routine Last minute family issue and maintenance Mid-Deployment Morale Event Warrior Transition Program Welcome Home Event Families Overcoming Under Stress Workshop (FOCUS) Family Resiliency Training Operational Stress Control Identifies the unique aspects of the post deployment period

establishing the “new normal”

The longest and most challenging phase of the FRTP. Commands must maintain readiness throughout in order to respond to operational tasking


GOAL: Integrated FRTP/TFF

A Sailor who’s family is training and mission ready can fully focus on the mission. He or She

has confidence in their command and their family trusts the organization.

Ultimately, the goal is to get the CFRTs to see the issues related to Family Readiness as part of their Common Operating Picture. The end vision: Family Readiness integrated into Command Readiness. A ready command includes a ready family.

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