Best Appartement Podcasts (2024)

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Project Healing Waters is not a spa but believe us the health benefits for wounded worriors can be dramatic. Listen in to hear what they offer at no charge. 17:38

14d ago17:38

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Project Healing Waters is a national opportunity for a disabled American Veteran. Through a network of clubs in 48 states they provide a place for vets to come together and learn the skills of Fly Fishing. They provide the gear for building your own fly rod and instructors to teach the intricate skill of fly tying. There are also road trips to vari…

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Veterans Treatment Court and Miricles in the Making 18:29

21d ago18:29

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Judge Michael Scionti, Florida State Judicial District 13, Veterans Treatment Court. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflic…

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The Role of the Public Defender in the Veterans Treatment Court 15:14

28d ago15:14

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Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the third of these programs, highlights the actions of our coun…

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Veterans Treatment Court and the Posicutors role. Rebuilding Lives instead of filling jail cells. Hear from Susan Lopez, Florida 13th District States Attorney. 17:24

1M ago17:24

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Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the second of these programs, highlights the actions of our cou…

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Sheriff has special program for vets who get into trouble. Lives get put back together rather than torn appart. See how this first step in the Veterans Treatement Court works. 17:09

1M ago17:09

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Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. The first of these programs highlights the actions of our county sher…

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Getting mental health help for the family. Listen in to see how the whole family can have a happier heatthier life. 17:16

2M ago17:16

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Families can find help with the mental problems that come with military life. The VA and DOD do a good job of treating the military member but unfortunately care extending to the family is beyond their charter. Enter the Cohen Foundation and its network of clinics all over the USA, They treat the entire family and funds are not a prerequisite for t…

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VA Insurance, Resonable Rates and Guaranteed Acceptance. 17:35

2M ago17:35

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Dan Keenaghan Executive Dir. VA Insurance Services starts the celebration of the second year celebration for the new VA Insurances. Great rates and competitive pricing. Not to mention you can not be turned down for coverage until you reach the age of 80. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the pag…

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Prostate cancer is treatable and the VA has lots of options. 16:59

2M ago16:59

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Dr Cesar E. Ercole, MD, FACS Chief or Urology James A Haley VA Hospital is very knowledgeable in the field of Prostate Cancer, He has a very calming personality and his explanations help put patients at ease. In this show he speaks on some new treatments and the fact that there is no profit motive at the VA and almost every possible treatments are …

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Would you like to own you own business? Help is here and yours for free. 18:20

2M ago18:20

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Anna Urman, Director, Strategic Outreach and Communications VA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business, would you like to if you would like to start your own small business and do business with the government? Included in this program are the steps and resources to make this wish a reality. There are websites and videos along with thoughts on ho…

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Four Chaplins of different religions link arms and give their lives so others willl live. Listen in to hear this powerful story. 16:46

2M ago16:46

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Dan Fitzpatrick, U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Historian shares with us one of the most defining moments in heroism, the story of the Four Chaplains. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner Radio You can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com…

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In honor of Black History Month we will talk about the development of the Black Officer Corps during the service integration of the 1950s/ 15:49

3M ago15:49

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February is Black History Month and Veterans Corner Radio would like to take a time to honor those Black men and women who have served in shedding their blood and even giving up their lives. Military Historian Dr. Issac Hampton shares how in the 1950 there was a growth in the officer corps. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerrad…

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The Fisher House is to our military families is as the Ronald McDonald House is to our civilian population but without the clowns.:But what they do have is scholar ships available to deserving youth. 19:34

3M ago19:34

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Dave Coker, President of the Fisher House Foundation shares an update on the activities of the Fisher House and then discusses a number of scholarships available through his organization and several affiliated groups. The Fisher Houses website has a scholarship locator designed especially for our military families Our library of shows can be found …

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Congress should be protecting your benefits but under a new bill it would allow anyone to charge for submitting claims. Currently only certified Veteran Service Officers and others can file claims. Let ... 19:11

3M ago19:11

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The Claim Sharks are circling your claims and trying to make it easier to take advantage of veterans with disabilities. Right now, to charge a veteran for services they must be certified. A new bill in Congress called the Pluss Act would allow any thief to set up and rob veterans. Listen in to hear from Kristina Keenan VFW Deputy Legislative Direct…

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Dr.Shereef Elnahal, VA Under Secretary For Health discuss some of the challenges facing the VA and then shared what the VA is doing to mediate and in many cases eradicate the problems. I think you will ... 19:20

4M ago19:20

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Dr.Shereef Elnahal, VA Under Secretary For Health came on the air with me and outlined his plans to strengthen the VA and provide more services from the healthcare side for you. Under VA Secretary McDonough and Under Secretary Elnahal leadership your healthcare could not be in better hands. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerrad…

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Free rides to and from a VA medical appointment, if you qualify. Listen in to get the particulars 18:05

4M ago18:05

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Listen in to see how the VA has modernized its approach to transportation and as a result, serving the customer better and saving money that can be used to provide additional services. I have been using this program for several months and find it very valuable, in that following treatments I do not have to drive home but can use UBER to do the driv…

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Terrence Hayes, VA Press Secretary. maintains an open relationship with media outlets like mine. Don’t miss what he has to say about where the VA has come and where they are going as it applies to getting ... 17:23

4M ago17:23

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One of the reasons that there is such great transparency in our current Veterans Administration is the Press Secretary Terrence Hayes maintains an open relationship with media outlets like mine. Don’t miss what he has to say about where the VA has come and where they are going as it applies to getting you the benefits you earned. Our library of sho…

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When I started this program it was intended to help our local Veterans programs and since it now goes to 47 countries that has been a problem. This week remembering where our roots are we present this ... 15:58

5M ago15:58

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Walt Cawein Chm. Veterans Memorial - One man's dream becomes a reality when a community comes behind him. This could be your story or that of your community. If not that is the answer to your last-minute Christmas shopping. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner Radio You can…

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Getting help at the Urgent Care Center and avoiding fees 18:09

5M ago18:09

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This is a rebroadcast of a previous program featuring George Denby who, at the time, was a Supervisory Program Specialist at the SOHI Clinic, for the James A Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, FL. He now manages the Fisher House in Orlando, FL. This segment is a discussion of what to do when you need Urgent Care. The Veterans Administration clinics …

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VA Under Secretary Quinn giving us more information on Memorial Affairs. If you are a military veteran there is no reason to wait. Make your reservation now and save you family the effort of filing when ... 17:06

5M ago17:06

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Under Secretary Quinn is one of Bill’s favorite guests. The changes he has brought to Memorial Affairs and the changes he is working on have made the department more user-friendly and simpler to access. On this program, he makes comments on Veterans Day and also what Memorial Affairs is doing to provide additional services outside of the National C…

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Hear directly for the Under Secretary for Benefits, Joshua Jacobs. He is quite candid about all of the many things the VA is going to esure efficient and fair clams processing. 16:24

5M ago16:24

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Joshua Jacobs, Veterans Administration Under Secretary for Benefits, | Under Secretary Jacobs reports directly to the Secretary of the Veterans Administration. His department has over 28,000 employees many of whom are responsible for reviewing and rating the claims veterans submit for approval of Service-Connected Disabilities. I think you will fin…

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How you can honor our military tallen by helping Wreaths Across America, ensure a tribute wreath at ever military grave. 16:50

5M ago16:50

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Jeff Pierce, Director for Broadcasts and Media Partnerships for Wreaths Across America., discusses the placing of wreaths on Veterans’ graves and how, if you want one for your loved one who in the past might not have gotten one, can this year. Jeff points out that although Wreaths Across America is primarily known for the December placement of wrea…

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Your current dog might to be able to be trained as a, Psychiatric Service Dog (PSDs), Medical Alert and Response Service Dog, or a. Mobile/Physical Assistance Service Dog. Each type of dogs is trained ... 16:38

6M ago16:38

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Mary Peter, Founder and Executive Director K9 Partners For Patriots knows dogs. Over a 35-year career, she has trained many dogs to do a variety of activities. What is unique about her training is that she utilizes dogs from pounds to learn to become best friends with a Veteran and they do it at no charge to the vet. Listen in and I believe you wil…

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Tri-Care for life is being looked at by the Congressional Budget office for a very costly change. 19:19

6M ago19:19

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Karen Ruedisuele, Director, of Health Affairs, and Government Relations for the Military Officers Association of America, is a person in the know and she is the one that monitors what is happening that might affect you in Congress. In this case, we are talking to her about the recent information floated on changing Tri-Care for Life and adding expe…

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Meet your new National Commander of the American Legion, Daniel J. Seehafer.Hear what he has to say about the direction the American Legion will take under his leadership. 17:24

6M ago17:24

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Daniel J Seehafer, National Commander of the American Legion 2023-2024 Is not only active in the American Legion but never really gave up his military career as a Navy Chaplain. Upon leaving the military he has, was and is paster and active pastor. Not unlike some of the other national commanders he will be spending 300 nights on the road sharing h…

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Meet your new National Commander of the Veterans Of Foreign Wars (VFW) 17:08

7M ago17:08

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Duane Sarmiento, Commander in Chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars 2023-2024 is a perfect example of someone who puts service above self. A 30 + year member of the Legion is excited about the message he will be sharing as he spends about 300 nights on the road this next year. As a veteran of Desert Shield/Desert Storm he is looking forward to reac…

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Military Order of the World Wars MOWW is a powerful force for good not only for our veterans but society in general. Listen in and hear what their new national commander, BG Victor Perez USA Ret. has to ... 18:34

7M ago18:34

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BG Victor Perez USA Ret., Commander in Chief Military Order of World Wars (MOWW) gives us a picture of what this organization does not only for veterans but for the good of our society at large. They especially work with children to help them grasp the true meaning of being a patriot. Speaking of Patriots, although this is a Military Officers Assoc…

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DAV continues to be a leader in claims submission. If you think you have a claim listen in to see how they might help you along with meeting thier new National Commander, Nancy Espinosa. 17:15

7M ago17:15

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DAV National Commander Nancy Espinosa is highly qualified to lead the organization what with being the DAV Adjutant for the state of Utah. Listen to her as she shared information on the activities of the DAV and how effective the organization has been in providing claims assistance to our veterans in need. Our library of shows can be found at www.v…

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President Brian Kelly of the Military Officers Association of America updates us on the efforts his organization is taking on our behalf before Congress. As always Lt. Gen Kelly, USAF Ret. bring with him ... 16:53

8M ago16:53

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Brian Kelly, President of the Military Officers Association of America is a retired USAF Lt. General and begins his second year at the reigns of this powerful military association. Listen in to hear his thoughts on the past year and his views on the upcoming year. BTW Lt. Gen Kelly is a huge supporter of Veterans Corner Radio and we appreciate that…

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Jacquelyn M. Paykel MD Chief Whole Health Services Chief Well-Being Officer, James A Haley VA Hospital explains how the VA is working not only to cure you of ills but prevent you from having them. 18:28

8M ago18:28

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Jacquelyn M. Paykel MD, Chief Whole Health Services, Chief Well-Being Officer, James A Haley VA Hospital discusses the whole health program. Are you feeling as good as you would like to or think you should? If the answer is no to that question, then the VA Whole Health program may well be important for you to look at and participate in. Forward thi…

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Wreaths Across America is so much more than what their name reveals. You will be amazed how many services they provide to veterans. Listen in as we bring you up to date. 18:21

8M ago18:21

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Karen Worcester, CEO of Wreaths Across America is a repeat guest on Veterans Corner Radio and has lots of great information to share about their outreach programs for youth to foster patriotism. Further, the organization continues to grow and along with placing wreaths of the graves of our service men and women they also have established a great ra…

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Filing claims and understanding temporary versus permanent disablities. Jessica Pierce, Assistant Director, Policy Staff Veterans Benefits Administration Central Office shares some great information. 17:33

8M ago17:33

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Jessica Pierce, Assistant Director, Policy Staff Veterans Benefits Administration Central Office is a font of information on filing claims and also differentiating between temporary and permanent disabilities Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.com Join us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner Radio You can contact our ho…

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Enrollment and Eligibility Part Two by Thomas Hines, Acting Chief, Health Administration, JA Haley Veterans Hosp, Part Two 16:08

8M ago16:08

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Thomas Hines, Acting Chief, Health Administration, JA Haley Veterans Hosp, Eligibility and Enrollment Part one. Thomas has a long history in VA enrollment including discussing priority groups. If you have not tried to register in the recent past it is time to do it again. Things change and certainly, since the PACT Act vets who would previously not…

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As vets we can not stop getting older but waiting until we do to find out what benefits are coming to us is a big mistake. Listen in to hear about VA Geriatric care. 18:08

9M ago18:08

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Catherine Kelso, MD, MS Dep. Exec. Dir. VA Office of Geriatrics and Extended Care has spent most of her life providing care to Geriatric patients. Even as a child, she was the caregiver at her home and then on to nursing school before finding her calling as a d Geriatric Doctor. Her interview is enlightening on so many levels for those of us who ar…

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Enrollement at the VA for Health Care, there are different levels. Learn which doors may not be open to you. Part One 18:13

9M ago18:13

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Thomas Hines, Acting Chief, Health Administration, James A Haley Veterans Hosp, has a long history in VA enrollment including discussing priority groups. If you have not tried to register in the recent past it is time to do it again. Things change and certainly, since the PACT Act vets who would previously not qualify, may do so now, Listen in Our …

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Discharge physicals are handedled much differently than when many of us were sent home from service. Listen in to hear what the modern soldier can expect on the way out. 16:40

9M ago16:40

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Barry Cooper, Program Analyst Pre-discharge Team in Compensation Services shares what our military get today when they are discharged. Unlike when many of us finished our tour in the military when they gave us a quick physical and bounced us out the door, today the Veterans Administration works with the DOD. They now offer a review of benefits and …

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Every veteran has a story and the Library of Congress Veterans History project whats to hear yours. 18:15

9M ago18:15

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Monica Mohindra, Director, Library of Congress Veterans History Project shared with me how they are collecting stories from Veterans on all aspects of their service. I thought this program really was pointed to the combat soldier and aimed at wartime experience but certainly, those stories are important they what to hear the tails of the people in …

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The Fisher House a blessing to our wounded troops and their families. You can be a part of this wonderful effort. Listen in to hear how. 16:22

9M ago16:22

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It was a joy to talk with David Coker, President of the Fisher House Foundation. If you are not aware of the Fisher House, it is much like the Ronald McDonald house without the clowns. However, it is for military families to come to VA hospitals to be with their loved one while they undergo treatment. Listen in because you never know when calamity …

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Do you know what the Fisher House is and what it does for our Veterans and thier Families. Listen in to hear about this important facility. 16:22

10M ago16:22

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It was a joy to talk with David Coker, President of the Fisher House Foundation. If you are not aware of the Fisher House, it is much like the Ronald McDonald house without the clowns. However, it is for military families to come to VA hospitals to be with their loved one while they undergo treatment. Listen in because you never know when calamity …

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Money for home remodling is available to those with disabilities to make their homes more livable. Listen in to hear how to get it. 16:41

10M ago16:41

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Jason Latona, VA Chief For Specialty Adaptive Housing shares, many of our wounded veterans come home to what, for most of us is normal, but to them is a hostile atmosphere. A kitchen counter on which they have prepared food over the years is now too high. Getting into a bathtub without help is impossible and shelves are now out of reach. This is ju…

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No Man Left Behind: Slogan or Fact. Director Kelly McKeague Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency will answer that question for us. 16:03

10M ago16:03

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The war is over but not everyone came home. If this agency has anything to do with, it they will. Director Kelly McKeague has dedicated a lot of his life both as a Major General in the US Air Force and as a civilian to locating our lost comrades and reuniting them with their families. This program talks about what they are doing and how you can hel…

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ChampVA what is the coverage, who gets it and can it be used outside of the USA. 17:51

10M ago17:51

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Director Fromm is back to bring us information on the Champ VA insurance program. What is it? How does one qualify for it? What is the cost associated with it? Will it cover you if you are traveling or living offshore? These are just some of the questions that this program will answer. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.co…

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If you are traveling out of the USA what medical coverage if any do you have from the Veterans Administration 17:06

11M ago17:06

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Director Fromm talks with us today about the VA’s Foreign Medical Program. Did you know that if you lived overseas or were traveling in a foreign country, you might have some medical benefits coming to you should become sick or injured? Should you develop any Service-Connected injury or illness, any treatment relating to those issues may be within …

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UBER RIDES: If you are elligible for travel pay you may have a new and convenient way to get to you appointments at the VA.,Click on the picture or the link to hear about this new and inovative program ... 18:05

11M ago18:05

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Indra Sandal, National Lead of the VHA Uber Health Connect Initiative, Overs sees the rollout of this public-private program that will assist veterans to find transportation to the VA and also has proven to be a valuable resource in helping to get veterans to show up for an appointment, saving millions of dollars in lost medical time. Listen in to …

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Hear what VA Under Secretary Quinn, National Cemeteries Administration has to say about Memorial Day 2023 and some of the special things your will see being added to burial benefits. 15:59

11M ago15:59

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Memorial Day came up fast and of course many of us focused on our Veterans Cemeteries. Under Secretary Quinn, National Cemeteries Administration was focused on Memorial Day and had some words about it along with information on programs the NCS is introducing to help veterans in their greatest time of need. Listen in to hear how you can get your res…

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Dr. Chris Loftis, VA National Director of Mental Health Collaboration announces some new tools to combat depression. 18:04

11M ago18:04

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Dr. Chris Loftis, National Director of Mental Health Collaboration for the VA announces a new VA mental health program “Today I am.” This program is designed to give veterans even more assistance in overcoming depression and other forms of mental illness. Having the tools is a good step forward and this program is a real tool box. Our library of sh…

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D.J. Reyes, a member of VA Sec. McDonough’s Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans provides and up-date. 18:12

12M ago18:12

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D.J. Reyes, Col. USA retired is the perfect example of, “If you want to get something done, give it to a busy person to do it.” Because of his work in the Veterans Treatment Court both locally and nationally and his work on other veterans issues he was a prime choice for the Secretaries Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans. Listen in and I think…

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Veterans are 19% more likely to be approached by scammers. Listen in to see how you can protect yourself and your family. 17:29

12M ago17:29

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Monica Rivera, Chief, VA Stakeholder, and Organization Change Management comes on with information that will help prevent scams and other frauds perpetrated on veterans and their families. She gives a specific number to call at the VA to verify any calls you might get and also information on contacting the VA when you feel fraud is present. Finally…

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If you want thrills and excitement you need to listen in this program highlighting the National Wheelchair Games. I was amazed as I talked sith David Tosstenrude, the national director about the opportunities ... 17:31

12M ago17:31

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David Tosstenrude VA Director of National Wheelchair Games is with us to share information on the VA Adaptive Sports program and how all veterans that are eligible for VA health care are also eligible to request inclusions in the games. I won’t try to answer how many sports are involved but will mention one this is sweeping the land, Pickleball, is…

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What is happening with our troops that go left behind? Here is an up date on MIA's 16:03

1y ago16:03

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The war is over but not everyone came home. However, if this agency has anything to do with it they will. Director Kelly McKeague of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency has dedicated a lot of his life both as a Major General in the USAF and as a civilian to locating our lost comrades and reuniting them with their families. Listen in to see what t…

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Steven Wolf, DAV Asst. National Service Director will discuss filing claims and why one should seek help from a veterans organization. 18:25

1y ago18:25

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Learn about filing VA claims from the Disabled American Veterans organization. Probably the organization filing the most claims for Veterans every year. There are things you should do and certainly, there are things you should not do. The trick is to know the difference and Steven Wolf, DAV asst. National Service Director will share some ideas that…

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