The FOCUS program, created and implemented by FOCUS Marines Foundation (FMF), serves wounded warriors in various stages of transition and recovery. FOCUS courses are held quarterly and serve veterans from all across the country. Our participants suffer visible and invisible injuries and, now faced with these challenges, are working to find a new reality. The 7-day FOCUS Course starts by addressing
the core issues of combat stress, interpersonal relationships and self-awareness. The next step helps them visualize their goals/objectives and gives them the tools to achieve their dreams. The final step helps them build a resume and then, with coaching and by conducting mock job interviews, gives them insight, confidence and a new, positive outlook. Given the nature of their injuries and their individual progress toward transitioning into the civilian world, each warrior will have a unique FOCUS experience pertaining to what they carry home and apply to their everyday lives. For some, FOCUS gives them the support, courage, and determination to drive a car again or go into a crowded store. For others, they are motivated to complete a college education or find full-time employment serving others. Warriors know what goals they need to set for themselves. FOCUS gives them a jumping off point. The pride and sense of accomplishment these warriors feel when they take steps to improve their lives is FMF’s definition of success. FOCUS provides graduates with continued support and encouragement as they strive to meet their full potential. The success of the FOCUS program and the individual accomplishments of the warriors served cannot be defined as a number. Instead, success is measured in repaired relationships, new-found sense of self, and the knowledge that they are not alone in their journey. FOCUS provides the opportunity for our nation’s heroes to find the lives they deserve.
