G003--Readjustment Counseling Services, District Midwest 3

Readjustment Counseling Services (RCS). The no less than six (6) and no more than twelve (12) retreats will be within RCS service area of (RCS Midwest District 3 which includes Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio) in a cumulative period of one (1) year.

Retreats should be held within geographic locations that accommodate potential participants from the District s Vet Centers. The preferred retreat location settings should best accommodate seasonal variations for outside activity and be in various locations throughout the District to expand participation opportunities. The RCS District covered by this agreement includes the following: RCS (RCS Midwest District 3 which includes Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio).

The retreat program should provide individual assistance and facilitate group activities for clients. The retreat activity setting expectation is to allow for bonding between clients. It is preferred that retreats are held outdoors as weather permits. Retreat activities should be quasi-facility focused. Retreat activities can include but are not limited to, hikes, rock-climbing, canoeing, backpacking, camping, etc. All selected retreat locations and activities should accommodate ADA clients. This includes travel, meals, and lodging.