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24/7 Wounded Warrior Assistance  24/7 Wounded Warrior Assistance
Added August 24, 2010

An organization called the US Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment (WWR) offers support and assistance for wounded, ill and injured Marines, Sailors attached to or in support of Marine units, and their family members throughout all phases of recovery. The Wounded Warrior Call Center provides 24/7 assistance to all WII Marines, whether they were injured in combat or elsewhere, at (877) 487-6299. The WWR also offers non-medical care around the clock. Marines can utilize the call center for support as they return to duty or transition to civilian life.

Visit www.woundedwarriorregiment.org for more information.


Join the Fight for Fair Compensation  Join the Fight for Fair Compensation
Added May 25, 2010

We’re asking for the attention of all our extended Marine Corps family members; there’s an important story you need to hear. It’s Lance Corporal Josef Lopez’s story of severe injuries suffered while on active duty and his subsequent fight for fair compensation from the Veterans Administration. If won, this fight could affect hundreds of our treasured veterans who are currently treated unfairly. Take the time to educate yourself on the facts and take action today.

Click here to learn more and join the fight.


Pepsi Refresh  Give One Minute a Day for Wounded Warriors
Added April 1, 2010

Attention Marine families and supporters! WE NEED YOUR HELP!

The Marine Parents outreach program, Purple Heart Family Support, is in the running for a $250,000 Pepsi Refresh Project grant and we need your vote to win the competition!

With the Pepsi Grant, we will be able to turn our 200 meals a year served in 2 hospitals into 20,000 meals served a year in 4 hospitals. There are many great ideas out there, but who could be a more worthy recipient than our Wounded Warriors and their families?

Take one minute a day to vote for our Wounded Warriors!

Click here to watch the You Tube video and learn how to vote!


December Chat with Dr. Bridget Cantrell  March Chat with Dr. Bridget Cantrell
Added March 16, 2010

Our next radio talk show will be on Friday, March 19th, 2010 at 7:30 pm CST.
Click here to learn more...

PTSD Special in October  PTSD Special on October 20th
Created October 15, 2009

This Tuesday! October 20, 2009, 12:00-2:00 PST.

Watch a special on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Abuse Among Veterans - view live online or on Dish Network channel 9412.
Click here to learn more…

Josef and Barbara Lopez  Update! LCpl Lopez Battles for Benefits
Updated September 2, 2009

Read the latest media coverage! The August 30th article is entitled "Missouri veteran injured by vaccine ineligible for benefit." Click here...

This Defense Budget amendment was shot down in committee - Barbara Lopez added the story to CNN's iReport. Click here to view and/or comment.

A battle that began when Josef was paralyzed and nearly died from a smallpox vaccination has made its way to the U.S. Senate. Learn more about Joe’s injury, his continuing road to recovery, his extensive involvement with Marine Parents and the Defense Budget amendment in Joe's name pending before the Senate.
Click here to read more and watch a video...

 Welcome Home Initiative
Added July 15, 2009

The Welcome Home Initiative is a ministry of Christ the King Spiritual Life Center and the Episcopal Diocese of Albany. The Welcome Home Initiative's programs are our gift to members of the armed forces and their families. We offer this retreat to thank them for their service to our country. Upcoming program dates include: August 3-5, 2009 and October 26-28, 2009.
Click here to learn more...

 Relationship Strengthening Program for Veterans
Added July 9, 2009

Veterans and military families face many challenges in the transition from deployment back to civilian life. In order to support them, Strength at Home is offering two programs to help veterans strengthen their relationships, improve conflict management skills, as well as increase relationship satisfaction. These programs are part of federally funded research projects. There are sessions for couples as well as veterans only. The groups are held at:
The National Center for PTSD at the Boston VA in Jamaica Plain and Brockton
and
The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville campus

Click here to learn more...

 Souls Under Siege Review
Added July 2, 2009

"Souls Under Siege: the Effects of Multiple Troop Deployments - and How to Weather the Storm" is the third book written by homecoming expert Bridget C. Cantrell, Ph.D. Matthew D. Cates reviewed the book and deemed it a "Must Read for Multiple Deployers."
To read the Souls Under Siege Review, Click here...

TBI / PTSD  TBI / PTSD Pilot Study at Louisiana State University
Added February 10, 2009

Dr. Harch, pioneer in Hyperbaric (HBOT) oxygen therapy has received a grant to treat veterans and is looking for 30 participants for a TBI/PTSD study at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC).
Click here to learn more...

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