By Debbie Gregory. Almost one in five U.S. suicides is a Veteran. According to one survey, approximately 49,000 Vets took their own lives between 2005 and 2011. An estimated 22 Veterans die by suicide each day. A 2012 report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) indicated that in just 2009 alone, […]
By Debbie Gregory. A roadside bomb in Iraq claimed Marine Corps Cpl. Kevin Blanchard’s leg and severely injured the other. While surgeons worked to fix the damage to his body, Kevin spent months deciding on and building a new career path. Blanchard thought he wanted to open an environmentally friendly roofing company. His heart told […]
By Debbie Gregory. Various organizations have been formed to promote veteran employment. Military veterans who are transitioning into civilian life are still finding it difficult to land a job. Our military veterans have served this country faithfully, and deserve the best post military employment. The Federal Government has a long and outstanding record of employing […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides resources to help women business owners to succeed, providing information on everything from how to register a woman veteran business to hiring a first employee. The SBA is available to help you start and grow a small business. Along with the American Legion and Syracuse University, […]
By Debbie Gregory. A major military medical improvement is coming in the field of dermatology and plastic surgery, specifically in the recovery and care for wounded warrior burn victims. Laser use in the field of military medicine is steadily growing. This growth is based on the versatility of laser light. The characteristics of laser light […]
By Debbie Gregory. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, […]
By Debbie Gregory. Saving our soldiers is of the utmost importance. War veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury, along with their families, say military commanders, policy-makers, health care providers, and communities need to take further steps to help make their transition into the civilian community seamless. That way, they say, the […]
By Debbie Gregory. A panel of experts, including Veteran students, have drafted the “8 Keys to Success,” specific steps that colleges and universities can take to better welcome, encourage and assist Veteran students. Now President Obama has challenged educational institutions to adopt these keys to help improve Veteran education. “Let’s help our Veterans get that […]
By Debbie Gregory. Military spouses are anything but helpless and dependent. Military spouses are strong, smart, and resourceful, and they can do anything that they put their minds to. They are the foundation of the military family life and the pillar of continuity. Military spouses run the household, have careers, and still manage to raise […]
By Debbie Gregory. Americans have a unique spirit. Many wounded warriors go on to do great things after they’ve recovered from their injuries. Some compete in the Paralympic Games, while others even return to active duty. The motto of the Wounded Warrior Project should be “yes I can”. The Wounded Warrior Project programs are ever-evolving […]
