Building Strong Army Communities
Abstract
The Army Family Research Program (AFRP) is a five-year integrated research program which supports the Chief of Staff of the Army (CSA) White Paper 1983: The Army Family and The Army Family Action Plans (1984-1990) through the development of databases, models, program evaluation technologies, and policy options that assist the Army to retain quality soldiers, improve soldier and unit readiness, and increase family adaptation to Army life. This report which is based on an extensive review of the literature identifies factors which contribute to the well-being of military families and communities and those programs that are effective in helping families and soldiers to cope. A strong community is defined as one in which individual, family and community needs are met. These needs are addresses through both informal and formal support systems. The components of a strong community include: (1) Informal support systems that allow personal relationships to develop; (2) Community leaders who allow members to influence their decisions and who are responsive to family needs; (3) Support services that are sufficiently high quality; (4) A work environment that provides security and satisfaction; (5) A physical environment that is pleasant and encourages pride; (6) Support programs that are of high quality and well known to community members.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA227866
Entities
People
- David L. Pollock
- Dennis K. Orthner
- Esther Devall
- Martha Giddings
- Paula Early-adams
Organizations
- RTI International