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How to Talk to a Child About a Parent’s Severe Injury
Aug. 14, 2024, 8:24 a.m. 8 minute read
Telling your child about a parent’s severe injury is a delicate issue that often requires some preparation and guidance.
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Understanding Accessible Housing: The Fair Housing Act
Aug. 12, 2024, 10:45 a.m. 3 minute read
An accessible home is one that allows its occupants to do what they need to do, as independently as possible. If you or someone in your family is disabled, your home may need specific modifications to make it accessible for daily living.
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Respite Care Services for Families With Special Needs
May 7, 2024, 12:42 a.m. 3 minute read
Taking care of a family member with special medical or educational needs is not easy for the caregiver. Respite care provides a temporary break to recharge and refresh.
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VA Benefits for Disabled Veterans and Service Members
Feb. 6, 2024, 2:43 p.m. 5 minute read
The VA provides benefits and services to meet the needs of veterans and service members. While many VA programs serve veterans, services are not limited to those who have left the military.
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Understanding the Americans With Disabilities Act
Dec. 12, 2023, 12:14 p.m. 4 minute read
The Americans with Disabilities Act has been protecting disabled people's civil rights for more than 30 years, making sure they have the same opportunities as everyone else.
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How To Deal With Stress as a Caregiver
June 9, 2023, 5:40 a.m. 4 minute read
It’s hard to avoid stress when you’re caring for a loved one with a serious injury or an ongoing wound or illness. Caregiving is an important job that can be extremely demanding.
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Wounded Warrior Specialty Consultations: Health Care, Benefits and More
Aug. 23, 2022, 12:25 p.m. 4 minute read
Military OneSource wounded warrior specialty consultants can help those eligible get immediate assistance for issues related to health care, resources, facilities and benefits.
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Home Modification Resources for Wounded Warriors
June 29, 2022, 10:16 a.m. 3 minute read
Accessibility can mean different things to different people. It can range from a wheelchair ramp and wider doorways to something as simple as a special doorbell.
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Recognizing the Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
March 11, 2022, 8:00 a.m. 4 minute read
People who live through a traumatic event sometimes suffer its effects long after the real danger has passed. This is called post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD.
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Understanding and Dealing With Combat Stress and PTSD
March 4, 2022, 9:02 a.m. 4 minute read
Combat stress, also known as battle fatigue, is a common response to the mental and emotional strain when confronted with dangerous and traumatic situations. It is a natural reaction to the wear and tear of the body and mind after extended and demanding operations.
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When Your Spouse Has a Traumatic Brain Injury
March 3, 2022, 10:52 a.m. 5 minute read
As a spouse of a service member who has suffered a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, you may be experiencing a range of emotions. It is important to allow yourself to feel every emotion that surfaces and attend to your own needs.
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The Transformative Power of Adaptive Sports Programs
July 21, 2021, 9:01 a.m. 5 minute read
For many years, individuals with disabilities have been using sports as a therapeutic tool to overcome serious injury or illness and as a means of recovery.
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Make a Home Accessible With Department of Veterans Affairs Programs
April 15, 2020, 2:34 p.m. 5 minute read
If you're disabled, it is important to feel comfortable at home. Depending on your unique needs, modifications can make a big difference in your accessibility at home.
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Becoming a Caregiver for a Wounded, Ill or Injured Service Member
Nov. 13, 2019, 12:52 p.m. 4 minute read
When your spouse or loved one suffers a severe injury or debilitating illness, it can feel as if your entire world has been turned upside down — and the goals and plans you had for yourself, your marriage and your family go on hold.