The Resilience Round Up Podcast, Episode 19: Feeling Listen to - Wellness Checks in the Army

During this podcast, COL (P) Paul Krattiger and Dr. Amy Adler discussed what wellness checks are and what is to be expected at every rank level when they are conducted annually. They walked through the basis in which the program was piloted and its intent to assist Soldiers with mental resilience. They shared survey results of the initial commands that conducted wellness checks and what the general attitudes toward/perception of them were.This podcast will assist leaders and command in tactfully conducting wellness check with their Soldier in an efficient and effective way. The tactics and strategies that lead to Soldiers feeling both seen and heard during their wellness checks as well as prepared for what is to be expected during their annual check were shared in tandem with the overarching program goals. Additionally, they discussed some of the significant effects of the program such as the willingness of Soldiers to seek care and thrive, leading purposeful and meaningful lives through the intentionality of this program.About the Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and ReadinessIn June 2023, the U.S. Army announced the realignment of the Army Resilience Directorate from G-1, personnel readiness, to the Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff in G-9. This move formalizes a new prevention governance structure, enabling a community approach to prevention that lowers the risk of harmful behaviors.The consolidated directorate was renamed the Directorate of Prevention, Resilience and Readiness (DPRR) on July 1, 2023, and is led by Ms. Dee Geise, former director of SFRD.Connect With Us Through Social MediaWebsite:    https:// www.ArmyResilience.army.milFacebook:   https://www.facebook.com/ArmyResilience/Twitter:    https://twitter.com/ArmyResilienceLinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/company/u-s-army-resilience-directorate/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/armyresilience/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@armyresilience