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- Alaska
Maria Davis
Don’t lose yourself--you are so important.… How do you participate in the online communities for caregivers? I love that we can be so supportive of each other. No one knows the plight of a caregiver better than we do and it is crucial to remember…
- New Mexico
Maria Baca
Either live that way or fix it.… What was one of your first major problems as a caregiver? My husband began to question himself after initially receiving treatment. He began to self medicate to mask the pain and symptoms he was suffering. His self-esteem hit…
- Washington
Liz Hunt
You can’t take care of anyone else if you don’t take care of yourself.… What forms of support have you received from your local community? My friends and neighbors are incredible. One of my neighbors will drive my husband to the emergency room in the…
- South Carolina
Lisa Marie Sternke
I’ve made some of the best friends I’ve ever had in the past three years.… What changes did you have to make in your life to adjust to being a military caregiver? I had to start planning everything in advance. I was on my own…
- Alabama
Kat Causey
Have no expectations. None.… How do you find strength in the difficulty of your day-to-day? My husband is the most obnoxiously happy person you will ever meet. I have a husband whose personality changed for the better, and not the worse, and I’m thankful for…
- National
USO
The USO strengthens America's military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country, throughout their service to… Military Caregivers Program(s): Warrior Family Care Center …
- National
Nine Line Foundation
Nine Line Foundation's mission is to greatly improve the quality of life for our wounded heroes, focusing on the individual needs… Caregivers benefit from these services as well - for example, when helping build a new, handicapped accessible home, the caregivers likewise enjoy the benefits of…
- National
EOD Warrior Foundation
The EOD Warrior Foundation (EODWF) serves the EOD community by providing financial assistance and support to active-duty and veteran wounded,… The Foundation offers four pillars of support and handles each request on a case-by case basis. The immediate and ongoing assistance and resources provided by…
- Michigan
Joey Caswell
I knew when he was hospitalized for mental health that I was the lifeline that would keep him alive.… What are some of your current challenges? Because of the nature of his injuries, my husband has a difficult time retaining information. I still have to…
- National
Warriors and Caregivers United
Warriors and Caregivers United lists resources available for caregivers, offers retreats for both caregivers and veterans, educational materials and classes… …
- Kansas
Jennifer Thornton
I didn’t consider myself a caregiver, I thought I was just a stressed out spouse trying to making everything… How do you find strength in the difficulty of your day-to-day? I try to focus on the positive things. I can’t change my situation, so it…
- National
VA Vet Center
The Vet Center serves combat Veterans of all eras and Veterans who have experienced MST.… The Vet Center is congressionally mandated to see families, as well. Caregivers can come to the Vet Center for confidential counseling, psychoeducation and support. Though Vet Centers are part of…
Crisis Support // Domestic Abuse // Substance Abuse // Suicide/Suicidal Ideation // 1-877-WAR-VETS
- Indiana
Jennie Beller
Nobody asks you if you want your life to be turned upside down.… What was your first major challenge as a caregiver? It took me a long time to think of myself as a military caregiver. When Chuck had his stroke, he had not yet…
- Idaho
Jeannette Davidson Mayer
We have an ever changing daily new normal.… What was one of the first major challenges you faced as a military caregiver? I had to learn how to run the household and manage the budget. My husband, DeWayne, had bounced some checks and mishandled our…
- National
R4 Alliance
R4 Alliance is not only comprised of member organizations that are dedicated to supporting caregivers and all members of Our… With a CCN, service providers are connected, making it easier to provide wrap-around services to their community. One HIPAA compliant database filled with resources to…
- Massachusetts
Jason Courneen
You have to stop getting mad at each other because there will always be three people in your relationship: you,… How has being a military caregiver changed you? Being a military caregiver forced me to grow up. I had to become organized and focused. I…
- Florida
Helen Perry
At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? At the time I was an active-duty nurse, but… At what moment did you realize you were a military caregiver? At the time I was an active-duty nurse, but even I didn’t realize the…
- International
Semper Fi Fund
The Semper Fi Fund and the America's Fund provide immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to post-9/11 wounded, critically ill… The Semper Fi Fund provides immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to combat wounded, critically ill and catastrophically injured members of all branches of the…
Crisis Support // Financial Support // Substance Abuse // Suicide/Suicidal Ideation // 760-725-3680
- National
Sew Much Comfort
The mission of Sew Much Comfort is to provide FREE adaptive clothing to support our wounded servicemembers from all branches… Many injuries require large fixators, prosthetics or casts that are too bulky to fit under ordinary clothing. Without our adaptive clothing, wounded service members are…
- Nevada
Heidi Woodring
Everyday I recall my marriage vows, ‘in sickness and in health.'… When did you first realize you were a military caregiver? It took me awhile. At first, I thought everyone who came home from war was angry and drank too much. Someone actually had to…
