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RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741
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Seamen Recruits are here getting medical treatment for minor injuries. FIT DIV is also in this area.
Location: RTC Chicago, IL
Members: 203
Latest Activity: Jul 20, 2023
It's hard not knowing! That is the purpose for this group. Most likely if you are here your SR has had trouble keeping up or not passed a PFA due to some sort of minor medical issue. Often it stress fractures bringing SR's here. Know this when you don’t get a call that is a very good thing. Calling them is not a good thing and it can negatively impact your SR to have his or her “Mommy“ calling! They are harder on them in this DIV than any other. They want them up and out. The best thing you can do is sends tons of mail. Send scripture and motivational mail. I know my SR said reading the Bible was considered a sign of weakness here. When you get a tearful call motivate. Stay positive and encourage you SR. This is a small detour to greatness and getting the I'm a Sailor call! Recruit family and friends…“Navy mom friends are the best“…to send your SR mail as well. NMH for you all!!
Discussion Forum
NOT KNOWING
Started by Navyvet. Last reply by Navyvet Jul 13, 2021. 2 Replies 0 Likes
My daughter left June 30, 21 ended up being sent to the ER before going to RTC to have her gall bladder removed. She left the hospital on July 5th and is now in RCU. I have not heard from her to see…Continue
Looking for an explanation of the RCU process- please share your insight!
Started by KarinD Mar 18, 2021. 0 Replies 0 Likes
My son was sent to the RCU unit on 3.8.21 for having an inhalant in his medical record for treatment of bronchitis/pleurisy when he was 15 yrs old.Would someone be kind enough to explain the process…Continue
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Comment by Kim on January 23, 2013 at 8:06pm
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Daughter is in fit from ship 12 div089 for knee issue. Said she may be able to graduate with her div if the doctor release her. Spoke to her this pass Sunday and don't know if she was sent back or not. Do anyone know when she will be able to call with info? Bought tickets already, hope she graduates on time. Keeping the faith.
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Comment by CTMom on January 23, 2013 at 8:02pm
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Thank you & congrats to you all again!!
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Comment by Mom&Dad4MattJ on January 23, 2013 at 5:19pm
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If a recruit is AIT in RCU, he will complete his training alongside other divisions but stay in RCU, he will not march in a PIR.
If he request to move back to a division, depending on where he is in training.. It might be possible to finish up with a regular division and move out of RCU as long as he is FFD (Fit For Duty)
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Final PFA passed today, heard his Friend GC passed also, so its off to BS21
So thankful for all the prayers! Thank you everyone.. We will keep praying for your recruits! Rick & Julie.
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I was wondering if anyone knew what happens if your son chooses the AIT in RCU? Do they get to be a part of a graduation ceremony?
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Thank you Paces! Yes, it really is a blessing.
It's so nice to hear all of these success stories...it's the light at the end of tunnel. You are all so wonderful. Thank you again.
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Our STBS (soon to be sailor) will be off to IT -ATF in FLa. Thanks for all the prayers.. We sure believe it helps. Matt has a good friend Gabiel there in RCU who will also be going to the same A School.. He has been a great help to Matt, I think the two of them are pulling each other along emotionally! Thanks Gabriel!
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Comment by paces on January 20, 2013 at 9:37pm
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Mom&Dad4MattJ.... Congrats on finishing BS. Where is he going for A School?We will continue to keep you in our prayers. Let us hear from you.
CTMom...I am so glad to hear the good news. We will continue to pray for a complete recovery. Glad to hear it is a hairline fracture and not a complete break. Such a blessing.
JaneWilliams...Continuing to pray for his recovery and your strength to support him.
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We heard from Paul today. He sounded so much better...such a relief. He said he really wants to finish this, so he hopes they will let him continue. So far, so good. He has a hairline fracture in his elbow and he's starting to be able to move his arm a little more now, so that's good news too. Hope all of your kids are doing well too!
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Thanks Mom&Dad4MattJ I appreciate your information. My SR says he doing alot of therapy. He never got sick much, but I am certain that the Navy Docs know what his needs are. I also want to say that I am so happy for you and your SR that he has moved on with his training. Best of Luck to you.
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