Jason's Box was created to extend our hand in gratitude to men and women for their service in all our military branches.
We provide physical support and emotional encouragement by sending deployed troops items they miss from home.
And when they come home, we will be there to support their transition from military to civilian life.
MISSION
VISION
HISTORY
Jason's Box is is expanding it's vision by helping to develop National, State, and Regional support services to assist troops with their transition from military to civilian life and also locate community services to treat post traumatic stress disorder and other emotional behavioral health issues.
Among Teri’s most cherished possessions is a beautiful walnut chest filled with items from Jason’s military service. She simply calls it Jason’s Box. It was a gift given to her by an Army Lieutenant Colonel with a heart for God and for soldiers. The story behind Jason’s Box has inspired Teri to keep giving and to send special gifts from home to our troops deployed around the world. It all starts with a thank you card on which they can request items they need or want. A box is then custom-prepared and sent to them free of charge.
Jason's Box is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of our military men and women.
Jason's Box was founded by Teri Johnson, in honor of her son CPL Jason G. Pautsch, KIA April 10, 2009, Mosul, Iraq. It began by sending custom care packages to deployed troops as a way of thanking them for their service.
NEWS & PRESS
SHIRTS FOR SALE
BROCHURE
REDSwhite&blue Charity Golf Tournament
Will take place at 12:00 pm
on May 17, 2013
at Golfmohr in Hampton, IL.
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EVENTS
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-TALK(8255)
VA (Press 1)
The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program (AW2)
This is the official U.S. Army program that assists and advocates for severely wounded, ill, and injured soldiers, veterans, and their families, wherever they are located, regardless of military status. WTs who qualify for AW2 are assigned to the program as soon as possible after arriving at the WTU. AW2 supports these soldiers and their families throughout their recovery and transition, even into veteran status. This program, through the local support of AW2 advocates, strives to foster the WT's independence.
American Military Family
Our Mission:
To honor and support all members of the United States military and their families through financial assistance, emotional support, and collaborative efforts with other nonprofit organizations and volunteers who together strive to assist those serving in their time of need.
Vision:
To recognize, thank and extend appreciation to our troops and their families.
Values:
Our troops demonstrate honor, respect, sacrifice, loyalty and patriotism. It is imperative that we appreciate these qualities and support our military family to the best of our ability.
http://www.gibill.va.gov/resources/benefits_resources/
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) was established as a Cabinet-level position on March 15, 1989. President Bush hailed the creation of the new Department saying, "There is only one place for the veterans of America, in the Cabinet Room, at the table with the President of the United States of America."
Military OneSource
Military OneSource is a free service provided by the Department of Defense to service members and their families to help with a broad range of concerns including money management, spouse employment and education, parenting and child care, relocation, deployment, reunion, and the particular concerns of families with special-needs members. They can also include more complex issues like relationships, stress, and grief. Services are available 24 hours a day — by telephone and online. Many Military OneSource staff members have military experience (veterans, spouses, Guardsmen, Reservists), and all receive ongoing training on military matters and military lifestyle. The program can be especially helpful to service members and their families who live at a distance from installations.
Army OneSource
Army OneSource's goal is to enable soldiers and their family members to be strong, healthy and capable, by providing a full range of information and services made available to soldiers and family members 24/7 - promoting resiliency and stability during war and peace.
Make The Connection
Connecting Veterans and their friends and family members with information, resources, and solutions to issues affecting their health, well-being, and everyday lives. Hear inspiring stories of strength. Learn what has worked for other Veterans. Discover positive steps you can take—all in the words of Veterans just like you.
Veterans Support Group
The Veterans support group on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at the Robert Young Center CSP building 2200-3rd Ave., Rock Island.
Fernando Rohwer, MHP
Veterans Reintegration Initiative/Jail Diversion Service Coordinator
2200-3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL 61201
(o) 309-779-3030. (fax) 309-779-2819.
Support & Resources for Single Service Members
As a single service member, it is important to have a personal network of peers, friends and family members to help you cope with the challenges that you may experience throughout a deployment cycle. They can help you feel connected to life at home, cope with the stress of a combat environment and help you readjust when you return from deployment. Try using the tips and suggestions below to help you strengthen and expand your personal support network.
Outreach Center for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury Support
The Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury (DCoE) has established an Outreach Center to provide information and resources to service members, veterans, family members, health care providers, caregivers, employers and others in the community with questions about psychological health issues and traumatic brain injury.
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Is a wellness resource for the military community. Our mission is to help service members, their families, and veterans overcome common adjustment problems following a deployment.
CSM 4 Vets
This volunteer website was designed and developed with the explicate intent of assisting Service Members and Veterans in finding employment while easing the frustration of transitioning to a civilian career.
The intent of this website is to provide a direct link to industry leaders, community leaders, and businesses who are seeking our highly motivated, loyal, selfless, responsible, and dedicated Veterans’ employment. We will help assist you in your search for employment, while assisting and educating the employers about the special skills each Veteran brings to their organization.
Veterans Crisis Line
Army Wounded Warrior Program
American Military Family
GI Bill & VA Educational Benefits
Military OneSource
Army OneSource
Make The Connection
Veterans Support Group
Real Warriors
After Deployment
CSM 4 Vets
QUICK HELP LINKS
WQAD-TV
Mother of Local Fallen Soldier Reflects on Iraq War
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Cities: Memorial for One Veteran Now Serves Many
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Local school prepares packages for Soldiers
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Jason's Box on Hooah! Quad Cities
WQAD-TV
Local seminar on PTSD treatment
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Local family advancing women’s rights meets with Chaplain
Quad City Times
VETERANS DAY
Slain Q-C soldier's mom helps troops
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Quad City Times
DAVE & DARREN THROW DOWN ANOTHER CHALLENGE
Posted: Friday, April 15, 2011
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Quad City Times
DRESSING UP FOR A GOLF GAME? YOU BET
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The Gazette
5 Fort Carson soldiers who died in Iraq are remembered
May 19, 2009
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Quad City Times
U.S. presence in Iraq, work back home far from over
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
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"I support and believe in Jason’s Box because it is a tangible way to demonstrate support for our military men and women. The goal of our foundation is to honor their personal sacrifices to keep our country free and to make sure they know people in the United States of America continue to appreciate what they do for us."
~Tom Tibbitts
Jason's Box Board Chair
Show your support for the troops by wearing this shirt. All proceeds go to fund the mission of Jason's Box. They are only $20 (plus shipping) and make great gifts. You can be proud to wear a shirt that honors our military men and women. We thank you for your support! Adult sizes S through 3X and Youth sizes M and L.
Jason's Box Brochure
If you would like to view or print out our brochure that explains our services and care packages, just follow this link...
