June 14, 2019 Running with faith: an Airman’s journey to redemption Standing there with a knife in hand and cold-hearted from the most devastating news of his life, Master Sgt. Brandan “Troy” Keel contemplated an irreversible decision. Looking into his wife’s eyes after learning she was pregnant with another man’s baby, he couldn’t fathom living anymore. Suicide, he
Jan. 23, 2019 Community Action Plans impact Citizen Airmen, civilians and dependents Across the country, Air Force Reserve Command organizations are using their Community Action Plans to help make life better for their Reserve Citizen Airmen, Defense Department civilians and their family members.
Dec. 4, 2018 Alamo Wing reinforces resiliency For some, all types of fitness may take a backseat during the holiday season, but the Air Force Reserve wants to keep readiness in focus.
March 19, 2018 919th to receive DoD Family Readiness Award Building a culture that embraces innovative programs and a proactive approach to supporting Duke Field families has earned a 919th Special Operations Wing unit one of the military’s most prestigious awards. The 919th Special Operations Force Support Squadron was recently selected as the 2017
Jan. 24, 2018 Wellness for mission success – find meaning Airmen do not have to serve. They do it because they find meaning in serving, whatever that meaning may be.
Jan. 19, 2018 Wellness for mission success – create balance Finding balance and fulfilling all of life’s demands can be difficult for anyone, but Reserve Citizen Airmen have an extra layer they weave into their lives. This layer involves giving away one of their weekends every month, completing rigorous training and being prepared for the potential to have
July 19, 2017 Life can be tough, PHAP makes getting help easy Brittney Snider began performing medical procedures on her dolls as a young child and started volunteering at her local hospital at age 13. “My mom said when I cared for my babies, I used to put band aids and fake IVs in them,” said Snider. “I just liked helping people, caring for people who are
April 14, 2017 RESILIENCY: One Airman’s story of faith and service Senior Master Sgt. Jon Rousseaux was like many children who grew up in a military family. The self-described man of faith and service followed his father, a retired chief, into the Air Force -- and after 19 years, he is still at it. In fact, he just reenlisted for four more years. Rousseaux’s years
March 13, 2017 10,000 and counting; DTC here to serve more re-deployers The Air Force Deployment Transition Center is continuing to push forth its mission to support the Air Force’s most valuable assets: Airmen.
Sept. 29, 2016 Shock waves of suicide Shock waves produce violent changes. That’s what suicide does. “It's usually devastating to all concerned -- family, friends and coworkers,” said Maj. Jose Jasso, the 301st Fighter Wing suicide prevention program manager.