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National Resource Directory to Help Wounded, Families, Care-Givers
WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2008 - The Department of Defense has launched a new, national Web-based directory of care coordinators, providers and support partners with resources for wounded, ill and injured service members, veterans, their families, families of the fallen and those who support them. Story
Cartwright Looks at Battlefield Care
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, Nov. 17, 2008 - The vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff got a first-hand look at battlefield care when he visited the 455th Expeditionary Group hospital at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan. Story | Photos
Wounded, Injured Troops Enjoy Dinner
WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2008 - As ghostlike Capitol Hill workers scurried through a cold, misty fog early Friday evening, a nearby group of wounded and injured warriors cosseted in a warm room broke bread and shared stories about far-away lands and future hopes. Story
Changes to Medical Leave Act Benefit Wounded Warriors, Families
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2008 - Recent changes to the Family and Medical Leave Act will extend the period of unpaid, job-protected leave that eligible family members can take to care for wounded warrior spouses. Story
San Antonio Family Support
Center Gets Upgrade
FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas, Nov. 13, 2008 - A new $4 million, 12,000-square-foot facility slated to open at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, will help improve quality of life for wounded warriors and their families. Story
Secretary of Air Force Visits
San Antonio Military Hospitals
LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, Nov.12, 2008 - Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley visited the San Antonio Military Medical Center South and North campuses Nov. 8. Story
Call Center Provides Assistance
To Wounded Marines
WASHINGTON, Nov. 11, 2008 - The Marine Corps Wounded Warrior Regiment’s Call Center is dedicated to helping wounded Marines and their families with various issues and referral assistance. Story
National Mental Health Groups
Sign on to Help Troops, Families
ARLINGTON, Nov. 10, 2008 - Four major U.S. mental health groups have joined the network of professionals who donate an hour of their time each week to provide free mental health services to troops. Story
Gates Emphasizes Warrior
Care in Veterans Day Message
WASHINGTON, Nov. 10, 2008 - In his 2008 Veterans Day message, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates underscores the Defense Department’s commitment to the nation’s wounded warriors and their families. Story
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