Army Well-Being: Who Benefits?

Soldiers (active, reserve, guard, retired, and veterans), civilians, and their family members are all a part of the Army Team. Each part of the team is unique in its relationship to the Army. The concept of well-being accommodates these differences and allows each team member to benefit in different ways.

Serving Soldiers, whether active, reserve, guard, single or married, officer or enlisted, are critical to combat readiness and our non-negotiable contract to win the Nation's wars. Army Well-Being recognizes the importance of each Soldier and their contribution to the service of the Nation.

Retired Soldiers, who have served honorably in a career of military service, remain a vital part of the Army Team, ready to be called upon to serve again should the need arise. Regardless of how and where retired Soldiers served, Army Well-Being remains committed to promoting their well-being.

Veterans, while served mainly through other agencies such as the Veteran's Administration, are still recognized as Soldiers. Army Well-Being treats veterans with the dignity and honor they deserve as they transition into civilian life. Army Well-Being recognizes that veterans are vocal and loyal supporters, and welcomes their continued volunteerism and patriotism.

Civilians are an invaluable part of the Army and contribute significantly to Army institutional strength. The civilian workforce has always provided a responsive sustaining base upon which the Army has relied for mission accomplishment. Army Well-Being works to promote their well-being and self-reliance by providing professional development opportunities, leadership training opportunities, meaningful work assignments, promotion opportunities, and a quality work climate.

Army families are an integral part of the Army Team. They are directly linked to readiness. Soldiers who are confident that their families are fully equipped to handle deployments are more mission focused and combat ready. A key aspect of this confidence centers on families being prepared for the challenges associated with Army life (for example, deployment, separation, and reunion). Army Well-Being helps empower families to meet these challenges through information, training, and command support. Connecting families to the Army helps loved ones stay in touch, keeps families well informed, and increases their self-reliance.