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The Military, Veteran and Family Assistance Foundation (MVFAF) is sponsoring a wonderful opportunity for military service members, combat veterans and their spouses. The Phoenix Project Soldiers and Veterans Transitional Retreat is designed for those who served in the military and have been affected by war and terrorism. It incorporates information and training regarding the return from combat deployment and reintegration into the family and community. In addition, it provides relaxation and the opportunity for couples to regroup and reconnect after separation due to their service in combat zones.
Eligibility
Deployed service members and combat veterans of the US Armed Services (US Army, US Navy, US Air Force, US Marines, US Coast Guard; to include Active Duty, Reserve and National Guard).
Veterans, service members and their spouses will have the opportunity to take time out to retreat and regroup so that they will become more able to deal effectively and efficiently with life after combat. This retreat is designed for couples to have time to reconnect and regroup after deployment, there are no accommodations for children at this time.
Cost
There is no cost to deployed service members or combat veterans and their spouses . Travel (air fare and ground transportation), lodging and meals are paid through private donations to the Military, Veteran and Family Assistance Foundation.
Here is the link to the MFVAV website that provides more details regarding the retreat, to include an application:
http://www.mvfa.org/mvfa%20phoenix.html
Link to video clip that describes the Retreat: CBS Evening News with Katie Couric - January 12, 2007
http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/i_video/main500251.shtml?id=2358371n
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