Angie and I interviewed some military veterans last week on campus for our upcoming podcast on what issues are key to veterans in the election. The vibe we've been getting from them is that they are concerned about the lack of mental health care and support for returning veterans. Many soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan don't get the care they need for problems such as post traumatic stress disorder and depression. Some non-profit organizations are working to fill the gap.
Give an Hour is one such non-profit that operates nationally. It provides free mental health services to Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families. The Soldiers Project Northwest is a similar organization that operates in Washington state. These organizations provide care for soldiers who don't qualify for current Veteran's Affairs care.
Check back next week for Angie and I's podcast on what issues are important to WSU veterans.
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Sounds like a good story. How is it coming? I'd love to listen to it to see if I can feature it in the show. Email me - lhartner@wsu.edu
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