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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that veterans are at 72% higher risk of suicide than those who have not served. To address this issue, HMP Global is partnering with Stop Soldier Suicide — a national nonprofit working to reduce the military suicide rate by 40% by 2030 — for the 2024 Day of Giving. On Friday, August 16, a portion of all HMP Global event and program registrations will support Stop Soldier Suicide’s lifesaving work. To participate in the 2024 Day of Giving, register for TCIV West on August 16 at https://bit.ly/46EPq8L. #SupportingVeterans #SuicidePrevention #HealthcareMadePractical #DayofGiving2024 #TCIVWest #TCIV #TreatmentCenterInvestment #ValuationRetreat #BusinessGrowth #ExecutiveNetworking #FinancialEducation #InvestmentOpportunities #GrowthStrategies #BusinessTransformation #HealthcareInvestment #FinancialCommunity #MergersAndAcquisitions #BusinessConnections #IndustryInsights #ExecutiveEvents #Scottsdale #Arizona #TCIVWest2024

As we observe another Red Friday, let's not only wear red but also reflect on the profound impact of our military service members and their families. Today, I'd like to share some statistics that highlight the significance of their sacrifices and the importance of our support. Deployment Statistics: Approximately 1.3 million U.S. service members have been deployed since 9/11. This includes over 700,000 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan alone. Mental Health Impact: The stress of deployment affects not just the service members but also their families. Studies show that military families experience higher rates of stress, anxiety, and depression compared to civilian families. Support Matters: The simple act of wearing red on Fridays has been shown to boost morale among deployed service members. It serves as a tangible reminder of the support they receive from home. This #RedFriday, let's not only wear red but also engage in meaningful ways to support our troops and veterans. Consider reaching out to community organizations and show your support, whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness. We can make a significant difference in the lives of those who serve and their families. #RememberEveryoneDeployed #REDfriday #SupportOurTroops #Gratitude #Veteran #SupportOurVeterans

As we observe another Red Friday, let's not only wear red but also reflect on the profound impact of our military service members and their families. Today, I'd like to share some statistics that highlight the significance of their sacrifices and the importance of our support. Deployment Statistics: Approximately 1.3 million U.S. service members have been deployed since 9/11. This includes over 700,000 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan alone. Mental Health Impact: The stress of deployment affects not just the service members but also their families. Studies show that military families experience higher rates of stress, anxiety, and depression compared to civilian families. Support Matters: The simple act of wearing red on Fridays has been shown to boost morale among deployed service members. It serves as a tangible reminder of the support they receive from home. This #RedFriday, let's not only wear red but also engage in meaningful ways to support our troops and veterans. Consider reaching out to community organizations and show your support, whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness. We can make a significant difference in the lives of those who serve and their families. #RememberEveryoneDeployed #REDfriday #SupportOurTroops #Gratitude #Veteran #SupportOurVeterans

Important survey for military families! Share your experience!

You earned them, are you using them? Estimates are that just 34% of veterans access any #VAbenefits. The list is long on what the US is giving you as a thank you for your service. But there are not gifts, they are #benefits, they are what you earned by serving your country. Even if you had a bad military experince, don’t reject them out of spite. It’s thousands of dollars a month in #education, #homeloan or #disability and more. It’s part of your financial plan. #Register for this #complimentary webinar to learn of all the VA benefit programs.

Not sure where you would like to #donate for #GivingTuesday? There are many organizations that support our #veterans and #military community. Here are several that I believe in and would recommend: "THE ROSIE NETWORK mission is to build stronger military families through entrepreneurial programs and support services that empower military spouses, transitioning service members and veterans, increasing the financial stability and self-sufficiency of American families who serve." Support The Enlisted Project (STEP)- "Improving financial wellness to combat food insecurity, homelessness, mental health conditions, suicide, and other crises through counseling, education, and financial support for enlisted service members, veterans and their families." "Veterans Village of San Diego (VVSD) serves America’s veterans and their families in overcoming homelessness, addiction, unemployment, barriers to health and mental health care, and related challenges." Gary Sinise Foundation- "We serve our nation by honoring our defenders, veterans, first responders, their families, and those in need. We do this by creating and supporting unique programs designed to entertain, educate, inspire, strengthen, and build communities." "Operation Connect is a FREE military transition program that gives back to those who served our country. Our mission is to connect transitioning service members to business leaders, owners, and influential people in the community." The Warrior Alliance "We are the only personalized network in Georgia that connects Warriors with the customized resources they need to navigate civilian life through a blend of high-tech tools- integrated with fully credentialed providers- and an enduring high-touch approach that has changed thousands of lives for the better." "(VetCTAP) Veteran Career Transition Assistance Program mission is to increase the veteran employment rate by helping transitioning veterans, and spouses build personal confidence and enhance their individual economic stability through job search skills training, practical tools, and one-on-one coaching." "Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society provides several programs and services to assist active duty and retired Sailors, Marines and their families in financial need."

While most #Veterans transition smoothly into civilian life, some face service-related challenges that expand the federal governments capacity to address. For those of us in the #VeteranSpace, the need often feels, unending. Consequently, communities, often unfamiliar with #military needs, must support these Veterans. Well intentioned people across #nonprofits, #government, and #CharitableOrganizations, assume what a Veteran needs, and often duplicate services or put resources into solving a problem that doesn't exist. At Veterans Bridge Home, collective impact, remains at the forefront of our mission. Using technology systems like Unite Us with our community partners like Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, and The Jeff Cohen Charitable Foundation allows for us to provide wrap around services across the social determinates of health. Even better? We can document those instances to demonstrate what #CharlotteVeterans greatest needs currently are and target our efforts on ensuring those partnerships remain strong. #VeteransBridgeHome #BeTheBridge

***Please participate in this important research to inform and educate employers and policy makers of the experiences from military to civilian transition (MCT) and civilian employment. Focusing on an asset-based view to military service, in line with my own PhD study at #EdinburghNapierUniversity, this research will highlight the myriad of transferrable skills acquired during military service and underscore the contribution our skilled military experienced personnel are making to the UK economy and society in general. *** #EdinburghNapierUniversity #Veterans #Military #MilitaryTransition #DefenceRelationshipManagement #OfficeForVeteranAffairs #ForcesinMindTrust

PTSD is a hard disease that plagues our Veterans and First Responders daily. Sometimes they Don't realize it affects them as bad as it does. More importantly it affects our families as well. At the core, Veterans and First Responders at times don't understand how to process all the emotions they are feeling. A lot of times they try using avoidance as a way to cope with their trauma. The Warfighters Mission's Computers for Heroes Program was designed to give the Warfighters a chance at life again. We build these custom computers and give them to our Warfighters who are struggling to leave the house due to PTSD. Our hope is that they will be able to attend our Peer Support or Ministry services online with the hope that it will get them to possibly attend in person. As we all know, a lot of things to include Dr. Appointments are now being held remotely online. This will at least afford them a little more freedom. If you would like to nominate a Veteran or First Responder in Colorado for this program, please visit us at https://lnkd.in/g5dMbNm5 Together we can make a difference. #HonorOurHeroes #StrengthAndResilience #thewarfightersmission #military #supportourtroops #SupportOurFirstResponders #usarmy #usnavy #usmarines #usairforce #USSpaceForce #uscoastguard #usnationalguard #firstresponders #Charity #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #veterannonprofit #Colorado #coloradosprings #coloradospringscolorado #communityoutreach #PeerSupport #ComputersForHeroes #ChristmasForHeroes