DETROIT ARSENAL, Mich. — Over the past two years, the Detroit Arsenal Army Community Service professionals have focused their efforts on improving readiness and resiliency for Soldiers, Department of Army Civilians and their Families through the “New Year, New You” program.
New Year, New You is a collaboration between the Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation office, the Commander’s Readiness and Resiliency Council, Army Substance Abuse, Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program, US Army Tank-automotive and Armaments Command Headquarters and Headquarters Company and Military One Source.
According to Pandora Brown, ACS Family Advocacy program manager, the focus of “New Year, New You” is prevention and education which is part of the overall FAP mission.
“When our workforce, and their families are healthy, happy and resilient, the Soldier or civilian can focus on the mission at hand,” said Brown.
The program addresses the ‘whole person’ concept, to include mind, body, and spirit. If Brown’s team is unable to help with information on any topics, they refer the individual to local area organizations that can help.
Brown acknowledges that over the past two years since the program started families have been subjected to unique challenges that impact their lives. ACS has attempted to adapt to these challenges by offering the “New Year, New You” classes virtually so individuals can stay safe during the pandemic and still stay connected.
“We are focused on providing tools to the Army professional that will help them face these adversities,” said Brown.
“We have also taken steps to support the health and safety of the arsenal workforce and their families to help them overcome personal and work-related stresses and maintain their mental and physical health.”
Throughout January, the New Year, New You classes will focus on children. Detroit Arsenal teammates interested in any of the “New Year, New You” workshops can sign up in TED.
TED Course ID - Course Title - Course Description - Date Offered
ACS FAP 2022 02 - There are no tricks to discipline - Learn reasons behind why children many not be responding to discipline. - Wednesday, Jan. 12
ACS FAP 2022 03 - School Success - “Seven Smart Things” parents can do to help their children succeed in school. - Wednesday, Jan. 19
ACS FAP 2022 04 - Bullying Conflict Resolution - Learn the difference between teasing and bullying, and tips to help your child deal with both. - Wednesday, Jan. 26
For further information about these workshops, contact the Detroit Arsenal ACS office at (586) 282-0489.
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