Texas Ranger pitcher Scott Feldman and his wife, Kelli,
Texas Ranger pitcher Scott Feldman and his wife, Kelli, shake hands with Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Charles Armstead, who was chosen to throw the first pitch during a softball game betwe... More
Blessing of the Hands ceremony honors Fort Hood nurses healing ‘touch’
Capt. James Pritchard, Warrior Transition Brigade’s 1st Battalion chaplain, anoints WTB nurse case manager Capt. Hiram Nieces hands with aromatic oil while Capt. Bonnie Collins looks on during the May 7 Blessin... More
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 million, 15-acre campus that includes a 30,137 square-foot battalion headquarters, a 15,000 square-foot company headquarters, a 192,000 square-foot 32... More
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldier Sgt. Ophelia
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldier Sgt. Ophelia Preston, who is gradually relearning how to walk following a 2010 stroke, credits much of her recovery to her mother who is Preston’s source of encourag... More
Each room is equipped with a single bed, computer desk
Each room is equipped with a single bed, computer desk with hutch, walk-in closet, ceiling fans, full-length mirror, night stand, ergonomic task chair, dresser and lamp. Large, energy efficient windows allow f... More
Stitches of Love and a 'Thank-You hug'
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. Brenda Lopez, hugs quilter Audrey Winter after accepting one of the colorful, handmade quilts from the Thank You Quilters. Looking on is Dana Stieferman, anoth... More
Michelle Fielder, WTB occupational therapy superviser,
Michelle Fielder, WTB occupational therapy superviser, the essential goal of occupational therapy is for a soldier to learn to be independent and comfortable in their environment whether it is home, work or sch... More
The III Corps emblem can be seen when entering battalion
The III Corps emblem can be seen when entering battalion operations.
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball team from Brooke Army Medical Center, shoots for two during the championship game between the Rangers and the Hustlers out of Harker Heights, Texas. ... More
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers from
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers from 1st Battalion, B Company greet WTB soldiers, Sgt. 1st Class Corey Edwards and Sgt. Jacob Ellingson, during the annual Ride 2 Recovery Texas Challenge. The six-... More
Adaptive sports such as Ride 2 Recovery challenge wounded
Adaptive sports such as Ride 2 Recovery challenge wounded warriors like Staff Sgt. Patrick Halgren and Staff Sgt. Robert Rusinku to do what they didn’t think they could do. Rides often last five days and normal... More
Baltimore soldier named first sergeant for Fort Hood Warrior Transitio...
Retired 1st Sgt. Derwin Graham slaps first sergeant honors on his wife, 1st Sgt. Sheirice Graham, who relieved 1st Tiffany Kibler as the Warrior Transition Brigade Headquarters first sergeant during a change in... More
Fort Hood Wounded Warriors cheer on Ride 2 Recovery cyclists
Fort Hood's Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers cheer on Ride 2 Recovery riders as they leave Fort Hood, April 19 for Waco, Texas. One of the participants included Medal of Honor recipient Sal Giunta at far rig... More
Comfort for America's Uniformed Services volunteers
Comfort for America's Uniformed Services volunteers were massaging the weary muscles of cyclists April 18 after the third leg of the 2012 Ride 2 Recovery Texas challenge. Jackie Sheffield, a CAUSE volunteer, wo... More
Paws of love - A woman in military uniform petting a white poodle
'Diva Dog' Annie 'high-fives' Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. Monica Hickmott of C Company, 1st Battalion, WTB. Annie and her other dog-therapy buddies were recently at Fort Hood to visit with WTB sold... More
Comfort for America's Uniformed Services volunteer
Comfort for America's Uniformed Services volunteer Leslie Koehler said the best part of the massage marathon was seeing smiles replace the grimaces on the faces of Ride 2 Recovery cyclists completing leg three ... More
Each room is equipped with a single bed, computer desk
Each room is equipped with a single bed, computer desk with hutch, walk-in closet, ceiling fans, full-length mirror, night stand, ergonomic task chair, dresser and lamp. WTB soldier, Spec. Deidre Olivas, said h... More
III Corps emblem can be seen above the entryway of
III Corps emblem can be seen above the entryway of the new Battalion Operations Building.
SFAC's computer lab is available for both the soldier
SFAC's computer lab is available for both the soldier and his or her family to work on resumes or apply for jobs.
Soothing colors, a large conference room, comfortable
Soothing colors, a large conference room, comfortable chairs, privacy and a fireplace greet Soldiers and their Families at WTB's new Soldier and Family Assistance Center.
Warming hearts and healing souls one paw at a time
'Diva Dog' Annie 'high-fives' Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. Monica Hickmott of C Company, 1st Battalion, WTB. Annie and her other dog-therapy buddies were recently at Fort Hood to visit with WTB sold... More
Adaptive sports such as Ride 2 Recovery are challenging
Adaptive sports such as Ride 2 Recovery are challenging wounded warriors to do what they didn’t think they could do. Rides often last five days and normally stretch more than 500 miles.
Avid hunter and firearms collector, Sgt. 1st Class
Avid hunter and firearms collector, Sgt. 1st Class Karl Pasco, lost the muscle grip needed to correctly shoot firearms when he was wounded in Iraq. Determined not to allow his injuries to prevent him from shoot... More
Landscaping considerations for the new WTB campus include
Landscaping considerations for the new WTB campus include using native trees and grass that are grouped together by similar watering needs and selected for their hardiness, availability and drought tolerance.
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 million, 15-acre campus that includes a 30,137 square-foot battalion headquarters, a 15,000 square-foot company headquarters, a 192,000 square-foot 32... More
Warrior Transition Brigade commander, Col. John Kolessar,
Warrior Transition Brigade commander, Col. John Kolessar, welcomes the 300 guests attending the June 6 ceremonies officially opening the new $62 million Fort Hood WTB’s new campus to care for wounded, ill and i... More
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 million, 15-acre campus that includes a 30,137 square-foot battalion headquarters, a 15,000 square-foot company headquarters, a 192,000 square-foot 32... More
Fort Hood Wounded Warriors cheer on Ride 2 Recovery cyclists
Fort Hood's Warrior Transition Brigade soldier Spc. Albert Contemprato waves to his fellow WTB soldiers cheering him, April 19 during the Fort Hood leg of the Ride 2 Recovery. The 2012 Don't Mess with Texas Cha... More
(From left) WTB soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Paschall,
(From left) WTB soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Paschall, credits the compassionate leadership of WTB’s squad leaders like Staff Sgt. Musette Biggers and Staff Sgt. Matthew Cowan critical to healing and transitioning.
Twice monthly, CAUSE (Comfort for America's Uniformed
Twice monthly, CAUSE (Comfort for America's Uniformed Services) sponsors free massage and Reiki sessions for Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers and their spouses. Currently, the CAUSE-sponsored massa... More
Former Ranger 'Doctor of Defense' Mark McLemore proves
Former Ranger 'Doctor of Defense' Mark McLemore proves he's still a power hitter as he belts one into the outfield while former teammate Rusty Greer looks on. Catching for the WTB team is Sgt. Mark Tsatsos.
While Capt. Malcolm Wilson, commander, Company B, 1st
While Capt. Malcolm Wilson, commander, Company B, 1st Battalion, Fort Hood WTB, helps his daughter, Emma, take a crack at billiards, her brother, Jack, and sister, Ellie, watch. WTB Family Readiness Group coord... More
Easter festivities keep WTB families hopping
Children of Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade families race to haul in eggs during the WTB's Easter Egg Party, held March 31 at the new WTB complex. Besides the traditional egg hunt and Easter bunny visit, t... More
Former Ranger first baseman, Dave Hostetler, tags Staff
Former Ranger first baseman, Dave Hostetler, tags Staff Sgt. Kennetta Gunns following her line drive between second and third.
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water features for focal point and calming effect, bicycle racks to promote bicycle commuting and cut down on vehicle carbon emissions, sheltered bus stop, improv... More
Fishing trips such as those sponsored by Project Healing
Fishing trips such as those sponsored by Project Healing Waters help soldiers focus on something besides a barrage of medical appointments. The Project’s program provides basic fly fishing, fly casting, fly tyi... More
WTB Career Day opening doors for transitioning soldiers
Vanessa Vinson, a former avionics mechanic specialist who was wounded during her 2008-2009 deployment to Afghanistan, is now an employee with the Department of Treasury Austin bureau, thanks to Fort Hood Warrio... More
Texas native and Fort Hood soldier, Sgt. 1st Class
Texas native and Fort Hood soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Karl Pasco, moves dirt to pile on his berm that is the foundation for his shooting range. Pasco is a double recipient of the Purple Heart for injuries sustaine... More
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers from
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers from 1st Battalion, B Company greet fellow Bravo soldier Sgt. 1st Class Corey Edwards during the annual Ride 2 Recovery Texas Challenge. The six-day, 350-mile bike ... More
WTB Soldier, Sgt. Eric Lusebrink uses an access card
WTB Soldier, Sgt. Eric Lusebrink uses an access card for entry. Keyless entry is just one of the security features installed in the new barracks. Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 mil... More
Wounded warriors from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball
Wounded warriors from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball team from Brooke Army Medical Center, prepare for defensive moves against a Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade 1st Battalion soldier. The two teams w... More
Easter festivities keep WTB families hopping
Two-year-old Xavier Sokolowski takes a break from the Warrior Transition Brigade's Easter festivities to have his face painted by a Fort Hood USO volunteer while his 7-year-old brother, Jason, watches. The brot... More
WTB’s occupational therapists are helping (far right)
WTB’s occupational therapists are helping (far right) Sgt. 1st Class Lemoore Rangel combat the memory problems associated with traumatic brain injuries and incorporating her mother, Esti Barak, and her daughter... More
WTB catcher, Sgt. Mark Tsatsos, shares a laugh with
WTB catcher, Sgt. Mark Tsatsos, shares a laugh with Texas Ranger alum Kevin Mench, who played outfield for the Texas Rangers during the early 2000s.
Fort Hood WTB soldier's dedication to disabled vets earns him DOD Disa...
By day, Staff Sgt. Donald Sistrunk wears Army green, but at night, he switches to his blue polo shirt, the uniform for the day at DAV Post 22 where he serves as post commander. With Sistrunk is DAV member and f... More
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 soldiers,
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 soldiers, include a selection of ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers, kitchen counters and desks to accommodate wheel chairs and wheelchair-accessible washer and... More
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball team from Brooke Army Medical Center, tries to move offensively past a Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade 1st Battalion soldier. The two teams were ... More
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 Soldiers,
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 Soldiers, include a selection of ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers, kitchen counters and desks to accommodate wheel chairs and wheelchair-accessible washer and... More
When entering the new WTB Battalion Operations building,
When entering the new WTB Battalion Operations building, guests can look up and see III Corps imprint.
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 soldiers,
The new barracks, which can house up to 320 soldiers, include a selection of ADA-compliant rooms with roll-in showers, kitchen counters and desks to accommodate wheel chairs and wheelchair-accessible washer and... More
If he’s not outside walking or tidying up his shooting
If he’s not outside walking or tidying up his shooting range, Texas native and Fort Hood soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Karl Pasco, can be found in his tool shed tinkering with his firearms. To compensate for injuries... More
Fort Hood Wounded Warriors cheer on Ride 2 Recovery cyclists
Fort Hood's Warrior Transition Brigade soldiers cheer on Ride 2 Recovery riders as they leave Fort Hood April 19 for Waco. The 2012 Don't Mess with Texas Challenge drew 200 riders who began the six-day, 350-mil... More
If he’s not outside walking or tidying up his shooting
If he’s not outside walking or tidying up his shooting range, Texas native and Fort Hood soldier, Sgt. 1st Class Karl Pasco, can be found in his tool shed tinkering with his firearms.
WTB’s nursing case manager orientation and preceptorship
WTB’s nursing case manager orientation and preceptorship program ensures consistency and promotes quality care for soldiers assigned to the WTB. WTB nurses, according to Peggy Thomas (center) have a unique miss... More
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water features for focal point and calming effect, bicycle racks to promote bicycle commuting and cut down on vehicle carbon emissions, mail boxes, sheltered bus ... More
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water
The WTB campus courtyard includes two bubbling water features for focal point and calming effect, bicycle racks to promote bicycle commuting and cut down on vehicle carbon emissions, sheltered bus stop, improv... More
Guest speaker for the June 6 opening of Fort Hood’s
Guest speaker for the June 6 opening of Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade’s campus was Lt. Gen. Donald Campbell, III Corps commanding general. The $62 million, 15-acre campus to care for the Army’s wou... More
WTB outfielder, Staff Sgt. Timothy Pope, nabs a fly
WTB outfielder, Staff Sgt. Timothy Pope, nabs a fly ball. Pope, who will retire soon, said playing on the Ranger’s field was a childhood fantasy of his.
Divine Canine therapy dog, Annie, responds to the commands
Divine Canine therapy dog, Annie, responds to the commands of her owner, Pam Baggett. Divine Canines is an Austin-based nonprofit dog therapy group. Volunteers visit WTB soldiers monthly as guests of WTB’s occu... More
Pfc. Jacom Cassady hits a first-inning line drive,
Pfc. Jacom Cassady hits a first-inning line drive, while Texas Ranger Scott Feldman looks on in the background. The Ranger pitcher sponsored the wounded warriors trip to the Ranger Ballpark for a softball game ... More
As a WTB Soldier free child care is available, which
As a WTB Soldier free child care is available, which enables soldiers and their families to attend doctors appointments and briefings together.
Easter festivities keep WTB families hopping
Capt. Travis Simmons and his 2-year-old daughter, Gabriela, gather eggs during the Fort hood Warrior Transition Brigade’s Easter Party, held March 31 at the new WTB campus. Simmons, company commander for B Comp... More
For four hours April 18, Leslie Koehler and Jackie
For four hours April 18, Leslie Koehler and Jackie Sheffield, volunteers from Comfort for America's Uniformed Services were massaging the weary muscles of cyclists participating in the 2012 Ride 2 Recovery Texa... More
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball
A wounded warrior from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball team from Brooke Army Medical Center, hustles the ball away from the Hustlers during the championship game between the Rangers and the Hustlers out o... More
Reserve Capt. Jose DaCunha (center), commander, Company
Reserve Capt. Jose DaCunha (center), commander, Company A, 1st Battalion, talks to his first sergeant, 1st Sgt. James Payton, during an awards ceremony for some of DaCunha’s wounded warriors. DaCunha, who in c... More
'Diva Dog' Annie 'high-fives' Warrior Transition Brigade
'Diva Dog' Annie 'high-fives' Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. Monica Hickmott of C Company, 1st Battalion, WTB. Annie and her other dog-therapy buddies were recently at Fort Hood to visit with WTB sold... More
The new barracks include a full kitchen, stocked with
The new barracks include a full kitchen, stocked with two four-piece place settings donated by the Fort Hood Red Cross. Counter seating can accommodate wheelchairs. Pictured is WTB soldier, Sgt. Eric Lusebrink.
Sgt. Heather Rodriguez guides her platoon sergeant,
Sgt. Heather Rodriguez guides her platoon sergeant, Sgt. 1st Class Roger West, to the array of food her Le Cordon Bleu culinary class prepared for their final exam as Sgt. 1st Class Jacqueline Schultz begins sa... More
Staff Sgt. Richard Gallego, one of the coaches for
Staff Sgt. Richard Gallego, one of the coaches for the WTB team, explains the game plan to his warrior players.
Solar panels (top right) provide about 30% of energy
Solar panels (top right) provide about 30% of energy used to heat hot water. All buildings have membrane applied to building’s exterior and standing seam metal roofs that lower the buildings' solar reflectivity... More
Roberta Lathrop, whose husband is in the WTB, estimates
Roberta Lathrop, whose husband is in the WTB, estimates she has poured more than 1,000 ceramic molds for soldiers and their families to paint during SFAC’s expressive arts classes, which are designed to promote... More
At the Soldier and Family assistance Center, soldiers
At the Soldier and Family assistance Center, soldiers attend numerous finance classes as part of their comprehensive transitioning plan. Led by financial counselor Alice Lane, classes include credit management,... More
Monthly Spouses Day Out, sponsored by the Wounded Warrior
Monthly Spouses Day Out, sponsored by the Wounded Warrior Project, allow spouses the freedom to enjoy a day off and experience peace and tranquility in local area spas and resorts.
SFAC's indoor centerpiece is a dual indoor/outdoor
SFAC's indoor centerpiece is a dual indoor/outdoor fireplace. Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 million, 15-acre campus that includes a 30,137 square-foot battalion headquarters, a 15,... More
Diva dog and a 'High Five' Salute
Careful not to mess up her pedicure, 'Diva Dog' Annie 'high-fives' Warrior Transition Brigade soldier, Sgt. Monica Hickmott of C Company, 1st Battalion, WTB. Annie and her other dog-therapy buddies were recentl... More
Easter festivities keep Fort Hood WTB families hopping
Children of Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade families race to haul in eggs during the WTB's Easter Party, held March 31 at the new WTB complex. Besides the traditional egg hunt and Easter bunny visit, the R... More
Blessing of the Hands ceremony honors WTB nurses healing ‘touch’
Lt. Col. Chris Cook, commander, 1st Battalion, Warrior Transition Brigade, thanks WTB nurse case managers for their dedication to helping others in a Blessing of the Hands ceremony, May 7, to kick off National ... More
Wounded warriors from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball
Wounded warriors from the Rangers, a wheelchair basketball team from Brooke Army Medical Center, prepare for defensive moves against a Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade 1st Battalion soldier. The two teams w... More
Dana Self gave up her job in the Dallas area to care
Dana Self gave up her job in the Dallas area to care for her 23-year-old son, Pfc. Christopher Sexton. To help offset the lost income, her son receives SCAADL. The Special Compensation for Assistance with Activ... More
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex
Fort Hood’s new Warrior Transition Brigade Complex is a $62 million, 15-acre campus that includes a 30,137 square-foot battalion headquarters, a 15,000 square-foot company headquarters, a 192,000 square-foot 32... More
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade’s Warrior of the
Fort Hood Warrior Transition Brigade’s Warrior of the Year, Staff Sgt. Christine Crutchfield, officially opens the new $62 million facility with a ceremonial ribbon cutting June 6. From left, Command Sgt. Maj. ... More