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Facilitator’s Guide

Joining Community Forces

Community Outreach Meetings

“Networking and Partnering At the Community Level”

2013


2 Joining Community Forces, Community Outreach Meeting

Table of Contents

1. Introduction/Meeting Overview/Meeting Coordination 3

2. Suggested Attendees/Meeting Size 4

3. Host Support Recommendations 5

4. Proposed Meeting Agenda 8

5. Introduction and Meeting Goals/Outcomes 9

6. JCF Brief – Maintaining an All-Volunteer Force 12

7. State Veterans Affairs Brief 22

8. State Mental Health Brief 23

9. Non-Governmental Organization Brief 24

10. JCF Communication Brief 25

11. Q&A – Survey Feedback 34

Attachments

• 12. Attachment 1 – Initial Community Outreach Assessment 35

• 13. Attachment 2 – 60 to 90 Day Community Outreach Assessment 36

• 14. Attachment 3 Sample of JCF Community Outreach Meeting Invitation 37

• 15. Attachment 4 Sample of Participants to Invite 38



Introduction Present the Introduction of team leaders facilitating the meeting

• Highlight the biographies of Facilitator • Highlight the experience in Joining Community Forces (JCF) and the “Community

Action on the Ground” • Facilitate the introductions of all participants

Meeting Overview • Goal is to facilitate awareness of JCF and motivate the participants into action, to

support the 1% of Americans who serve • Communicate initiatives that focuses on grassroots solutions in support of

Service members, Veterans and Families • Expand on the national-level “Joining Forces” campaign • Demonstrate how JCF can be implemented at the community level • Define and explain Volunteers in Service to America (VISTAs) and how they can

assist in the identification of resources or resource providers

Meeting Coordination The NGB outreach representative will query all states as to the status of their community outreach efforts, and determine the level of interest in having NGB facilitate a local or regional meeting where interested stakeholders can meet and discuss the implementation or enhancement of their efforts. Once it has been determined that NGB participation is desired, the NGB outreach representative will work with the host agency to coordinate the date and other details of a community outreach meeting. Initially, NGB’s role will be to identify potential national partners and stakeholders and offer assistance in facilitating invitations to the meeting. In many cases, the host will be the State Family Support Director, or another member of the National Guard, but it could also very well be a community leader. Once the meeting date has been established, the NGB outreach representative will coordinate with the host to:

• Discuss host requirements (see Host Responsibilities Section) • Confirm meeting time • Confirm meeting location and capacity • Obtain directions to the meeting • Obtain lodging recommendations



Suggested Attendees All individuals, organizations and entities within the community which provide, or are interested in providing support and services to Service members, Veterans, and Families.

Meeting Size Meeting size will be determined by the host. NGB can facilitate a meeting with any number of participants, to include providing training at a scheduled ISFAC or other similar type of meeting



Host Support Recommendations Audiovisual

Visual aids for this meeting consist of PowerPoint slides and video clips. The following materials are recommended:

• LCD projector, compatible with a notebook computer, and cables for proper connection (e.g., InFocus or similar make)

• Spare projector bulb • Electronic remote device to advance slides in PowerPoint presentation, if

available • Projection screen (at least 6’ x 6’) • Pointer (preferably laser type) • Twenty-foot, or longer, extension cord • Flip chart with markers • Large black markers for participant tent cards (at least one for every two

participants should be placed at their workspace) o Slides will be presented from the JCF.org website. Desired handout

materials will be downloaded by host prior to the meetings. For testing purposes, it is recommended that all equipment be placed in the meeting room at least two hours prior to the start of the meeting. The host should provide technical assistance during this time, as well as contact information for technical assistance during the meeting.

Room Requirements

The room should be large enough to accommodate workspace and chairs for all participants and facilitators plus the aforementioned equipment—a large conference room or classroom. Facilitators will arrange the classroom as they deem most appropriate given the number of participants. (The ideal arrangement allows participants to interact with the team leaders and each other; e.g., a “U” or “V” shape arrangement, clusters of work areas, etc. Avoid “lecture hall” type of arrangements.) All participants should be able to see the screen and facilitators; however, participants and facilitators should be able to move about the room without obstruction. A presentation/ table should be provided for the facilitators. The room should be in a quiet area and have a lighting system that permits convenient dimming of the lights, especially where the screen is located.



Host Responsibilities

The host is responsible for preparing the site prior to NGB’s arrival, and the following are those items that should be considered.

Meeting Site

Verify that the following accommodations are in place for the meeting site: • Proper selection of a meeting space/room is critical to the success of the

meeting. Great care should be taken to select a room that will not be overcrowded, too hot or too cold, or subject to outside distractions. The facilitator should contact the host with any specific requirements for the meeting facility.

• Reserve a meeting room for the duration of the meetings (6 hours: 2 hours for prep and 4 hours for the meeting.)

• Check to see if anyone else will be using the room for after hour functions. • Determine if materials and equipment can be left in the room. Meetings requiring

special equipment or computers must have after-hours security. • Visit the classroom to make certain it meets all of the requirements set by the

host and facilitators. Other considerations for the meeting room:

• Check heat or air conditioning to find out if the host can control these functions during the meetings.

• Ensure the room is of adequate shape and size. No poles or obstructions. • Adequate seating arrangements. • Make sure the meeting space is away from kitchen, construction area, or other

noise distractions. • Have proper electrical outlets and ports for computers. • Check lighting controls – Almost every meeting uses visual aids that require a

projection screen. It is important to have a room where lighting can be controlled to prevent glare on the screen while not placing the room in total darkness.

Since a PowerPoint presentation will be used during instruction, make sure to consider the following room accommodations:

• Will shades completely darken all windows? • Can the lights be selectively dimmed when showing the presentation? • Will overhead lights shine directly on the screen? • Can a bulb be removed above the screen or will the whiteboard be too dark?



Accommodations/Notifications

• If appropriate, reserve a block of hotel/motel rooms for meeting participants. • Participants and team leaders should be:

o Informed of meeting starting and ending times and location o Advised on hotel accommodations and room rates, check out times o Furnished with maps o Advised on parking arrangements

Final Arrangements

Three -Four weeks prior to meeting: • Confirm meeting dates/times/locations/participants

One week before the meeting: • The Hosting Venue will email the Initial Community Outreach Assessment

Survey to the NGB facilitator’s one week prior to date of meeting • Ensure that the room will be available two hours prior to the start time • Provide a copy of the agenda to all meeting participants.

After the meeting: • Make certain the NGB coordinator has the roster of meeting attendees, meeting

evaluation forms, and participant registration forms. • NGB follow-up with host at 60-90 day point to assess success of meeting.

JCF Community Outreach Meeting Participant Requirements

• Pre-print PowerPoint products that will be distributed • Participants shall provide their own paper, pens or items to support taking

notes • Participants can bring their marketing materials to share with other JCF

Community Outreach Meeting participants



Proposed Meeting Agenda Time Topic of

Discussion Presenter/Facilitator Notes

0800-0830 Background Information, Agenda Review and Introductions

Host/NGB/Attendees

0830-0915 JCF Brief – “Maintaining an All-Volunteer Force”

NGB

0915-0945 State Veterans Affairs Brief

State VA Representative

Invite Federal POC

0945-1015 State Mental Health Brief

State Mental Health Representative

Invite SAMHSA Technical Assistance Center

1015-1030 Break

1030-1100 NGO brief Representative from NGO

Points of Light, Red Cross, Council of Foundations, etc.

1100-1145 How to Communicate, Plan, Organize, & Expand Your Community Success

Facilitator NGB or State Rep (Use the Communication Guide here)

1145-1200 Open Forum/Closeout

Facilitator



Introduction and Meeting Goals/Outcomes Topic 1 Slide 1

Introductions

Key Message: The meeting will open with introduction of facilitators, (and if the number of participants is under 50) followed by a short introduction of the participants. Background Information: During their introductions, facilitators should briefly communicate their background and relationship to the JCF initiative. Interactive Discussions: For smaller groups of participants, facilitators should ask the participants to mention their experience or perceptions of JCF.



Slide 2

Meeting Goals

• Facilitate collaboration of governmental/non-government, non-profit, corporate partners, and local citizens

• Indentify examples of existing gaps in services and information• To facilitate and inform participants about the value of

development or enhancement of community-centric solutions, achieved through collaboration: whereby national, regional, state and local entities partner and exponentially provide solutions and support to Service members, Veterans, and Families

• To provide guidelines on developing sustainable networks of local support

• Strength current collaborations such as Inter-Service Family Assistance Committees (ISFACs)

Key Message: Discuss successes that have been achieved as a result of collaboration, partnerships, and development of community relationship in support of Service Members, Veterans and Families. Provide a few examples to the group. Background Information: Facilitators should be prepared to provide participants solid examples of how they can develop community outreach action plans in their own organizations, communities. Interactive Discussions: Facilitators can engage participants to ascertain their level of experience in outreach or community partnership engagement. Notes: Provide a real-life example of how a Veteran, Service member, or Family benefitted from community collaboration.



Slide 3

Meeting Outcomes• After completing this meeting, participants will be able to:

– Develop a local (city/county) community JCF team– Develop a state JCF committee– Where appropriate, increase the VISTA participation of the

Community non-profits as sponsors – Increase the understanding by the civilian community of

military and family issues



Agenda – JCF Brief – Maintaining an All-Volunteer Force Topic 2 Slide 1

JOINING COMMUNITY FORCESMaintaining an All Volunteer Force

Key Message: The purpose of the JCF Community Outreach Meeting is to highlight the value of bridging community networks in order to close gaps at the community level, and build networks dedicated to improving and enhancing the well-being of Veterans, military members, and their Families. Background Information: This meeting provides ideas and resource information to give participants guidance on how to build JCF and other community partnerships and network within a geographic area.



Slide 2

What is Joining Community Forces (JCF)?• A communication initiative that focuses on grassroots solutions

in support of Service members, Veterans, and Families• Mirrors First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Biden’s national-level

“Joining Forces” campaign• Implemented at the Community LevelGOALS

• Foster a sustainable network of local support• Facilitate governmental/non-governmental, non-profit, corporate

partners and local citizen collaboration• Fill service and information gaps

Key Message: Referring to the slide, explain the focus, history, and goals of JCF. Background Information: Give a brief explanation of the roles and purpose of an ISFAC. (ISFAC is a panel of government, NGO, Veterans, and private citizens, that work together to identify and meet areas of need and provide assistance to Service members, Veterans, and Families.) Interactive Discussions: Facilitators should ask participants if they are aware of any entities that provide similar types of services in their own community. Emphasize that an organization’s individual name and branding is at the discretion of its originators. For example, an organization may be called an ISFAC, JCF, Community Action Group, or another name designated by the organization. Regardless of their name, these organizations all perform the same valuable function.



Slide 3

Key Message: This slide speaks to four leading national level partnerships from the Presidential Study Directive (11 May 2011) and gives a brief example of how they operate. These four independent networks may work together and collaborate on efforts to strengthen current community goals and address needs of Veterans, Service members, and Families. Background Information: In 2011, the National Guard Bureau developed the concept of JCF in order to parallel the Administration’s, “Joining Forces” initiative. The purpose of JCF is to engage citizens within local communities and encourage networking partnerships to increase support for Service members, Veterans, and Families. Interactive Discussions: Have participants name organizations they are familiar with that provide the same function and briefly mention how networking can avoid redundancies and gaps.



Slide 4

Key Message: Facilitator should share real-life examples of successful collaboration between these entities and the value of networking and partnering with organizations listed in the slide. Background Information: Discuss implementing a more personal approach toward individual assistance, (i.e. making a call for a person and linking them up with a resource instead of simply referring them to a website or phone number) can ensure that the Veteran, Service member, or Family is partnered with the appropriate service or organization. Interactive Discussion: Emphasize how partnering with other organizations, in order gain access to services and information, can save time and assist the Veteran, Service member or Family.



Slide 5

Key Message: Emphasize the goals of JCF and the four phases which will follow in the brief: 1. What; 2.Find and Fill the Gaps; 3.Sustainment; 4. Metrics and Accomplishments Speak to the three bullets in this slide and discuss the focus areas: behavioral health, education, employment, Family, finances, homelessness. Emphasize the value of optimizing network providers through cross referrals with governmental and non-governmental organizations; and how partnerships can bridge gaps in services. Background Information: Although there are currently hundreds of individual websites which address the previously mentioned focus areas, they aren’t able always able to effectively connect individuals to the right organization or services in their community. Refer to the final bullet on this slide, which emphasizes that in there is “No Wrong Door” in the JCF network; and that the JCF model allows Veteran, Service members, or Families to enter the JCF network from any location and at any point.



Slide 6

Key Message: Refer to the slide bullets and speak to the process for service providers to register their services on the JCF website, and how they will complete their online profile. Background Information: The JCF website has the tools to start a community action team, develop a plan, and create a name for a community organization. Each organization will develop and grow individually and at its own pace. Interactive Discussions: Facilitator will ask participants if they have questions about the process to register. Notes: JCF.org is a website that offers community resources a place to showcase support services and foster networks within a geographic area.



Slide 7

Key Message: Speak to the “Phase 2” slide, and discuss how JCF networks work together in finding and filling gaps within communities, and can mitigate the lack of existing services and resources. Explain the Community Blueprint, and how the toolkit and checklist are valuable assets. Background Information: The following documents can be found on the JCF website: ISFAC Guide, JCF Communication Guide, JCF/VISTA Guide, and Community Blue Print Guide. These briefs can assist Facilitators in understanding the functions and goals of these organizations, and provide more in depth guidance and instructions for participants.



Slide 8

Key Message: Facilitator should speak to the third phase, Sustainment, in terms of how to utilize best practices, attend meetings, and engage with other organizations in the network. Background Information: History, facts, and information to note: ISFAC began in 1991, and was mentioned in the “Presidential Report January 2011” as a best practice for grassroots movements. An organization, or community action team, has the choice of what name it will use for branding. ISFACs in Arizona, Ohio, North Dakota, and Massachusetts are recognized at the Governor level. Some organizations are comprised of elected officials, or community leaders, comprised of military, Veterans, and civilians. It is at the discretion of each organization within a community to develop a sustainment plan and decide their own organizational structure.



Slide 9

Key Message: Facilitator should refer to the bullets in the slide as an example for participants to be able to determine what their own metrics may be within their organization, and how to track accomplishments through metrics. Background Information: Metrics are a key tool for understanding and demonstrating a level of success and areas of weakness. Discuss how identifying areas with gaps is necessary for adjusting existing practices in order to identify performance goals. Metrics should contain milestones, acceptable and unacceptable standards of performance, and give an indication of short term and long term goals. Interactivity Discussions: Facilitators should ask if participants need further guidance on the metrics initiatives listed in the slide.



Slide 10

What is Joining Community Forces (JCF)?

Region 1 JCF Facilitator Email, phone



Key Message: Facilitator will present the names of the Regional JCF Facilitators. Background Information: Regional JCF Facilitators will be identified to work with their states and regions.



Agenda – State Veterans Affairs Topic 3

State Veterans AffairsBrief

Key Message: This presentation will from the State Veterans Affairs Office, and they will provide their own briefing slides. Background Information: The purpose of this section of the JCF Community Outreach Meeting is to provide participants with information on Veteran benefits and available resources within their state. This should cover support services such as: Post 9/11 GI Bill, disability processes, VA Home Loans, etc. Ideally, a federal representative of The Department of Veterans Affairs should be in attendance to answer questions. Interactive Discussion: Questions from the participants should be encouraged.



Agenda – State Mental Health Topic 4

State Mental HealthBrief

Key Message: This presentation will from the State Mental Health Office, and they will provide their own briefing slides. Background Information: The purpose of this section of the JCF Community Outreach Meeting is to provide participants with information on mental health resources within their community. Ideally, a federal representative of The Department of Veterans Affairs mental health point of contact should be in attendance. The briefing will show participants how to connect different focus areas and how they are often inter-connected, for example, PTSD can be connected to financial problems, family issues, and child and youth concerns. Interactive Discussion: Questions from the participants should be encouraged.



Agenda – Non Governmental Organization Topic 5

Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)

Brief

Key Message: This presentation will from a State NGO, (Red Cross, Points of Light, Council of Foundations, Operation Military Homefront, Wounded Warriors, etc.) and they will provide their own briefing slides. Background Information: The purpose of this section is to provide participants with resources outside military and government entities and networks; as well as to connect NGOs to Commanders, managers and military partners on the state/community level. Interactive Discussion: Questions from the participants should be encouraged.



Agenda – How to Communicate, Plan, Organize, and Expand Your Community Success Topic 6 Slide 1

JCF Communications Guide

Key Message: Effective communication is an essential component of successful and robust outreach plan of action. Successful partnerships require proper use of messages and communication strategies. The JCF Communication Guide will assist towards that end. Background Information: The JCF Communication Guide can be found on the JCF website, and used as a resource for organizations and partners to utilize as a reference when creating messages and outreach campaigns for their audiences.



Slide 2


Make the most of Communication and Outreach

• The JCF Communication Guide can assist in effectively communicating and connecting individuals, organizations, and networks; and give insights on how to expand your knowledge of social media and other valuable communication tools.

• This guide will help with website communication strategies and give ideas on how to establish your marketing presence in the community, raise local awareness, and link your Community Force to the JCF national initiative.

Key Message: Facilitator should emphasize utilizing clear and consistent communication strategies and establishing a marketing presence in their community. Creating mission and vision statements, gathering and using feedback and becoming acquainted with search engine optimization strategies are all covered in the Communication Guide. Be sure to reiterate that the JCF Communication Guide can be found of the JCF website. Background Information: Participants should be given a copy of the entire JCF Communication Guide in their CD or takeaways. The topics of branding, outreach, marketing, and social media awareness and information are provided in the guide.



Slide 3

JCF Web Communications Guide

The JCF Communications Guide is a resource which will give information on the following topics:

• Development of branding• Social Media-Facebook, Twitter, YouTube• Website Design best practices• Creation of engaging content• Development of Vision and Mission Statements• Using keywords and search engine optimization

Key Message: The JCF Communication Guide contains information on crafting Awareness to Motivation to Action marketing plan. Discuss ways in which the guide will provide information and guidelines for engaging partners and networks towards action. There is also a guide for ISFACs on the JCF website with valuable information.



Slide 4


Provides Information on displaying and attracting Community Service Providers in the following eight

support categories:• Education• Wellness• Employment• Housing• Volunteerism• Family Support• Financial Services• Reintegration and Benefits

Key Message: Discuss the slide and refer to content in the JCF Communication Guide which discusses the bullet points described on it. Also describe current program such as Partners in Care, Suicide Prevention, Military Child Education Coalition, etc.. The Facilitator should know the information in the JCF Communications Guide in order to be able to discuss the topic and answer questions from the participants.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/ondcp/Fact_Sheets/veterans_treatment_courts_fact_sheet_12-13-10.pdf.

Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) - trains local grassroots groups, known as community anti-drug coalitions, in effective community problem-solving strategies, teaching them how to assess their local substance abuse-related problems and develop a comprehensive plan to address them.

SAMSHA’s Policy Academy - For Fact Sheet visit SAMSHA’s website at

http://www.samhsa.gov/militaryFamilies/TAcenter/Policy-Academy-Fact-Sheet.pdf. Areas of This list of support services is not all inclusive.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/ondcp/Fact_Sheets/veterans_treatment_courts_fact_sheet_12-13-10.pdf

http://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/ondcp/Fact_Sheets/veterans_treatment_courts_fact_sheet_12-13-10.pdf

http://www.samhsa.gov/militaryFamilies/TAcenter/Policy-Academy-Fact-Sheet.pdf



Slide 5


The JCF Communications Guide gives suggestions for best practices for website design.

• The Guide Contains recommendations for the following information:– Branding- to include logo, slogan, trademark, color schemes,

and messaging– Provides a sample Site Map, which identifies the various pages

of a website and how they are linked together– Design rules– Rules for creating content– Employing Search Engine Optimization, which will assist you to

increase traffic to your site and will help ensure your message reaches the widest audience possible

Key Message: The Facilitator will cover the importance of social media and other examples of creative content, such as videos, podcasts, webinars, etc. Discuss the value of using site analytics to improve site content and how the utilization of best practices can increase visibility and credibility.



Slide 6


Final Steps Using the Guide

– While this guide has only scratched the tip of the communications iceberg, it provides foundational information to help you make confident strides towards manifesting a strong online presence. It can be a full time job to accomplish everything listed here, so take small steps and enlist the help of volunteers and other local professionals whenever you can.

– Guide can be found at: http://www.jointservicessupport.org/communityforces/BecomePartner.aspx

Key Message: Discuss the final states of developing a communication strategy. Also share the link to find the JCF Communication Guide for the local use.



Slide 7

State Shared Practices

Key Message: Provide a few examples of successful states, for example Arizona and Utah. Describe how those states achieved positive results and how they implemented the shared practices.

Volunteers In Service To America (VISTA) - AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. VISTA members commit to serve full-time for a year at a nonprofit organization or local government agency, working to fight illiteracy, improve health services, create businesses, strengthen community groups, and much more. Through NGB coordination with CNCS, the VISTA program has authorized a “matching funds” exemption for each state’s National Guard JCF initiative. With this exemption, VISTAs are an affordable way to obtain additional staffing that may be required to implement JCF. NGB has created the JCF VISTA Guide (9 Aug 12) and developed a Volunteer Assignment Description for Year One for SFPD to reference. The Volunteer Assignment Description was vetted through CNCS prior to release to ensure acceptability upon application submission. VISTA program is available to not only state National Guard, but also counties, cities, and communities. Information about the VISTA programs can be obtained through JCF or by visiting the CNCS State Office or their website at http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp. 2013 will focus on helping State understand the VISTA program and obtain VISTAs to support their outreach efforts.

http://www.americorps.gov/about/programs/vista.asp



Slide 8

Key Message: The Facilitator should go through this slide and cover each section to explain how Utah used leadership, partnerships, resources, and staffing for successful outcomes and results.



Slide 9

Key Message: The Facilitator should go through this slide and cover each section to explain how Arizona used leadership, partnerships, resources, and staffing for successful outcomes and results.



Agenda – Q&A and Survey Feedback Topic 7

Open Forum

. Interactive Discussion: Questions and Answers about the material presented during the JCF Community Outreach Meeting. Information: Ask 1-2 participants to share a testimony of success if time allows. Interactivity: Open floor discussion with 50 or less and NGB J1 facilitates



Attachment 1

Objective: Community host leader completes this assessment 10-30 days prior to the JCF meeting. Once complete please send to NGB J1 designative representative.

1. What type of Inter-Service Family Assistance Committee, Joining Community Forces, Community Action Team or any other type organized body exists? Please select and provide the name and POC if available.

a. State, Name of Group, POC b. County, Name of Group, POC c. Community, Name of Group, POC d. Other, Name of Group, POC e. None

2. If there was any identification in question #1 please list the average number of participants to the meeting/session/discussion/

a. How many? 3. Please list the organization of each participant.

a. List names 4. Has there been a State type meeting in the past

a. Yes b. No

5. Does the Governor have any involvement a. Yes b. No

6. What is the Veterans Population of your State? 7. What is the Military Population of your State with National Guard, Reserve, Active Duty

members? a. Sponsor b. Spouse c. Dependents

8. Does your community use AmeriCorps VISTA’s in any way supporting Veterans and Military Families?

9. Do you feel there is a need to organize an effort unilateral with the military, government agencies, non-profits, civilians and business leader?

10. Do you know who the Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army (CASA) (Each State has a couple which are retired General Officers) in your State?

Initial Community Outreach Assessment Prior to Meeting



Attachment 2

Objective: Community host leader completes this assessment 10-30 days prior to the JCF meeting. Once complete please send to NGB J1 designative representative.

1. What type of Inter-Service Family Assistance Committee, Joining Community Forces, Community Action Team or any other type organized body exists? Please select and provide the name and POC if available.

a. State, Name of Group, POC b. County, Name of Group, POC c. Community, Name of Group, POC d. Other, Name of Group, POC

2. If there was any identification in question #1 please list the average number of participants to the meeting/session/discussion/

a. How many? 3. Please list the organization of each participant.

a. List names 4. Has there been a State type meeting in the past

a. Yes b. No

5. Does the Governor have any involvement a. Yes b. No

6. What is the Veterans Population of your State? 7. What is the Military Population of your State with National Guard, Reserve, Active Duty

members? a. Sponsor b. Spouse c. Dependents

8. Does your community use AmeriCorps VISTA’s in any way supporting Veterans and Military Families?

9. Do you feel there is a need to organize an effort unilateral with the military, government agencies, non-profits, civilians and business leader?

10. Do you know who the Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army (CASA) (Each State has a couple which are retired General Officers) in your State?

60 to 90 Day Community Outreach Assessment Follow-up



Attachment 3 – Sample of the invitation for the JCF Community Outreach Meeting

You are cordially invited to attend the

Joining Community Forces Community Outreach Meeting

Join us as we bring together small businesses, Veterans, elected officials, community leaders, non-profits, Federal and State government agencies, and faith-based

organizations for this half day (4 hour Meeting). This meeting is for those who are committed to supporting Service members, Veterans and Families.

We invite you to participate and join us as we: • Develop strategies and give insight into networking and partnering in order to fill

service gaps in communities • Address common challenges focusing on the challenges, and provide ideas

about creating partnerships in the community to assist with topics to include, employment, education, well-being of Service members, Veterans and Families

Date: Time Location: RSVP by: Event sponsor: Sponsor Logos here: See below for examples:



Attachment 4 – Sample of the Participants to Invite – JCF Community Outreach Meeting Organization/Title Name Email Phone Governor Office State Legislative Chairman for Military Affairs Committee Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army (CASA) (Each State has a couple which are retired General Officers) Active Duty Military Family Support Leaders Reserve Military Family Support Leaders CNCS State Director/Leader State Veterans Affairs Leader (also the local Veteran Service Officer usually works in the County area) State Mental Health Leader State Rehabilitation Leader State Education Leader Local Community College HR or Veteran Coordinator Local Judge who is a Veteran State Department of Labor Leader (Also the DVOP/LVER) Local JROTC Commander State Community Outreach Leader County Commissioners Local Mayor or City Manager State Points of Light Leader



Organization/Title Name Email Phone State Red Cross Leader State Goodwill Leader State VFW Leader/Local CC State DAV Leader/Local CC State AMVETS Leader/Local CC State American Legion Leader/CC State Purple Heart Leader/CC Non-Profits for Veterans (seek to find out who they are and invite) State/Local Military Associations Chapters Federal VA Mental Health Leaders (Suicide, OEF/OIF, Veterans Justice Officer, etc) State Business Leaders (who are interested in Veterans) Local Bank Presidents (who may be veterans or not) Local community sponsors Local Faith-Based Groups Local Church Leader Local Veterans Who want to help and tell their Testimony DoD contractors(Transition Assistance Advisors, Yellow Ribbon Coordinators, MFLAC's, etc)

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