Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers

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All single soldiers are encouraged to participate and attend monthly meetings. BOSS meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of each month at the BOSS House, Bldg 167. For more information, contact the MWR BOSS Advisor at (757) 788-3151.

Fort Monroe BOSS Leadership: 2010 Fort Monroe BOSS Cabinet

Fort Monroe BOSS Meetings: 2010 Meeting Schedule

Fort Monroe BOSS House: Photos

What is BOSS?

The Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) Program supports the overall quality of single soldiers' lives. BOSS identifies real soldier well being issues and concerns by recommending improvements through the chain of command. BOSS encourages and assists single soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational and leisure activities. Additionally, it gives single soldiers the opportunity to participate in and contribute to their respective communities. BOSS is a demonstration of the chain of command’s commitment to single soldiers.

MISSION STATEMENT

Fort Monroe Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) is an energetic program for single soldiers, single parents, unaccompanied and geographically separated single soldiers members. Fort Monroe BOSS Program is primarily intended to support the overall quality of single soldier's lives at Fort Monroe. Our programs identify community well being issues and concerns and recommend improvements through the chain of command. Our MWR BOSS program encourage and assist single soldiers in identifying and planning for recreational activities and give single soldiers the opportunity to participate and contribute to our Hampton Roads communities.

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History of BOSS?
The BOSS program was established in 1989 to respond to the recreational needs of single soldiers, who make up 35% of the Army. As the program was implemented throughout the Army, it became evident that well-being was the primary concern of single soldiers. In 1991, the Chief of Staff of the Army officially expanded BOSS to include all aspects of soldiers' lives. BOSS members later began to express an interest in participating in community service projects. Recreation and leisure, well-being, and community service are the core components of the BOSS program.

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BOSS Components

Well Being: The BOSS program is designed to support the overall well being for single and unaccompanied soldiers. Well being deals primarily with those things that can directly or indirectly influence the single soldiers morale, living environment, or personal growth and development. Some of the issues addressed by BOSS councils include dining facilities, education, fitness centers, soldiers' quarters, medical and dental care, commissary, and Army Air Force Exchange Service. Well-being issues identified or raised during BOSS meetings are directed to the appropriate command or staff agency for resolution and resolved at the lowest level. In no way should BOSS be construed as a “by-pass” of leadership.
	Recreational: Recreation and leisure activities may be planned solely by the BOSS council or in conjunction with other MWR activities. Soldiers assure the primary role in planning BOSS events. Events planned by BOSS councils should meet the needs and desires of single soldiers on the installations. BOSS councils have sponsored events such as Pizza and Movie Night outs, Bowling Nights, soldier fashion/talent show, BBQ’s and BOSS trips. BOSS may also coordinate with installation commercial sponsorship personnel when planning some major events Washington D.C. Tour, Theme Park Tours (Busch Gardens, Kings Dominion)
Community Service: BOSS councils often elect to participate in community programs or projects, which make a difference in the lives of others, the community, and ultimately, them. BOSS members have volunteered to take part in Continental Army Band -- Music Under the Stars (MUTS), U.S. Army Soldier Show and Hampton Bay Days, BOSS Annual Christmas Program, monthly visitation to the Hampton Veteran Hospital. This component is voluntary in nature and must be in accordance with the installation volunteer program.

How Does BOSS Work?
Installations establish a formal BOSS program, to include a BOSS council consisting of single soldier representatives from installation units. Typically, the installation Command Sergeant Major serves as the senior military advisor to the council. An installation MWR advisor is appointed to provide guidance in planning activities, financial accountability, and marketing. Motivated single soldiers with strong senior military and MWR guidance are the backbone of the BOSS program.

Who May Participate in BOSS Events?
All events are targeted at single soldiers; however, some installations also include single parents and unaccompanied soldiers. Although the intent of the BOSS program is for single soldiers, events are typically open to all authorized MWR users.

What Happens to the Issues Raised by BOSS?
Issues addressed during a BOSS meeting will be formatted and submitted to the senior military advisor to seek resolution through the proper command channels or staff agency. Issues that cannot be resolved at the installation level are coordinated with the installation Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) coordinator and may be released by the installation commander to go forward to the major Army command AFAP.

What is the Soldiers' Role in BOSS?
BOSS councils are comprised of single soldier from major subordinate commands and separate units on an installation. Single soldiers have and opportunity to become unit representatives, volunteer to assist in planning an event, or attend BOSS activities.



MWR BOSS Coordinator Bldg 82 - Room 368 60, Ingalls Road Fort Monroe, Virginia 23651-1032 (757) 788-3151/4029, Fax (757) 788-2712

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