Community assessment survey in full swing Published June 17, 2008 By Staff Sgt. Rodney D. Ivey 366th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Office MOUNTAIN HOME AIR FORCE BASE, Idaho -- The Integrated Delivery System working group is currently sponsoring the 2008 Community Assessment Survey of servicemembers, both active and reserve, and their spouses. The survey, which runs through the end of July, is the best way for Air Force community members to make their opinions and needs known. The results of the survey will be used by base leadership and the Air Force to target resources where they are most needed and enhance the well-being of the community. Air Force community members at bases worldwide were randomly selected to participate in the study. A notification letter containing a link to the Web-based survey was sent to the work e-mail address of each active duty member selected to participate, while spouses were sent their letters in the mail. "The 2008 Community Assessment Survey is a top priority," said Chap. (Capt.) Steve Barfield, Mountain Home AFB IDS chairman. "It's the best way for us to listen to community members and provide the services to help them meet their needs and the needs of their families. It allows them to express their opinions anonymously so participants can respond openly and honestly to issues affecting them every day." Survey responses can directly influence family services and related support activities at local bases and throughout the Air Force. Results from previous Air Force Community Assessments have impacted the policies and programs supporting families at every level of the Air Force, to include: - Expanding financial counseling programs to members and their families - Developing a user-friendly support network for Air Force single parents - Setting up marriage support seminars for junior enlisted members and their spouses "The 2008 Community Assessment Survey provides community members a wonderful opportunity to improve the Air Force community," said Chaplain Barfield. " Participation is crucial to the success of this project; selected servicemembers are strongly urged to take part." For questions regarding the 2008 Community Assessment or for information on how to take the survey, call Chaplain Barfield at 828-6417.