Wounded Service Members and Wounded Service Members Continuing on Active Duty
CAP supports wounded Service members as they recover, rehabilitate, and reintegrate into the workforce. Service members can utilize CAP to identify the appropriate AT and services needed to succeed. Ensure Wounded Service Members and Wounded Service Members Continuing on Active Duty utilize CAP as a resource for Workplace Disability Needs Assessments, AT, and employment support services. CAP establishes partnerships and identifies emerging needs to support Service Members.
CAP’s DoDI 6025.22 Assistive Technology (AT) for Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members. In accordance with the authority in DoD Directive (DoDD) 5124.02 (Reference (a)) and section 561 of Public Law 109-364 (Reference (b)), similar to sections 794d and 3002 of Title 29, United States Code (Reference (c)), and in accordance with DoD Instruction (DoDI) 1300.24 (Reference (d)), this instruction reissues DoDI 6025.22 (Reference (e)) to:
a. Establish policy, define terms, assign responsibilities, and provide procedures for to establish AT programs in coordination with the Military Health System (MHS) and the Recovery Coordination Program.
b. Provide support for an interdependent AT system between the DoD Human Resources Activity’s (DoDHRA) Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP), the MHS, and the wounded warrior programs. The AT system will provide specific guidance to military treatment facilities (MTFs) and transition units to improve the delivery and quality of rehabilitative services to wounded, ill, and injured Service members on active duty, Reserve, and National Guard components.
Resources:
DHA Warrior Care Website - The Defense Health Agency Warrior Care Recovery Coordination Program proactively supports wounded, ill, and injured service members in their recovery and reintegration or transition to civilian life. To achieve this, we focus on our vision to ensure the nation’s wounded, ill, and injured service members, their families, and caregivers are not forgotten
Support for Military Personnel & Families | Military OneSource – Military OneSource is a Department of Defense support program that offers a wide range of free services to active-duty Service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families. It is designed to support military families through various aspects of military life, including deployment, relocation, financial planning, education, and mental health.