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EPISODE · Jun 29, 2025 · 2H 34M

Ep 14 Is The VA Really Serving Our Veterans? - This Veteran Tells Us How He Serves

from God and Country Podcast · host Uriah Kennedy & Ingrid Bettridge

This leader in Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) shows us how veterans are coming together in these organizations to help other veterans. Including their activities to reduce the veteran suicide rate. The many programs and services performed by the VFW and other veteran organizations. These programs help veterans get involved, feel a purpose and give them the comradery they had in active military. As a Veteran of both the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, as a communications officer, Heath Silcox shares his experiences in country, differences between the Bush and Obama administrations and most importantly gives us details on the first Afghanistan Elections.  In this powerful episode, we're shining a light on the often-overlooked world of veteran care and support. Our guest, a veteran himself, shares his personal story of struggle and triumph, and how he's paying it forward by helping his fellow brothers and sisters in arms. He opens up about his experience with the VA and how it sparked a desire to create a support network for veterans. From service connection to military health, we dive into the importance of veteran resources and outreach programs that make a real difference. You'll be inspired by his heroic story and the work he's doing to build a supportive community for those who've served. If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, veteran issues, or simply looking for a sense of belonging, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn more about the veteran community, the importance of veteran care, and how we can all play a role in supporting our heroes. COLEMAN - https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101517599-17028344 CORRO - https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101517599-17139470 RAPALA - https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101517599-17052859 CROSMAN - https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-101517599-17072146 DURANGO - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101517599-17058707 ROCKY - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101517599-16965187 MUCK - https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101517599-15423330

This leader in Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) shows us how veterans are coming together in these organizations to help other veterans. Including their activities to reduce the veteran suicide rate. The many programs and services performed by the VFW and other veteran organizations. These programs help veterans get involved, feel a purpose and give them the comradery they had in active military. As a Veteran of both the Afghanistan and Iraq wars, as a communications officer, Heath Silcox shares his experiences in country, differences between the Bush and Obama administrations and most importantly gives us details on the first Afghanistan Elections.  In this powerful episode, we're shining a light on the often-overlooked world of veteran care and support. Our guest, a veteran himself, shares his personal story of struggle and triumph, and how he's paying it forward by helping his fellow brothers and sisters in arms. He opens up about his experience with the VA and how it sparked a desire to create a support network for veterans. From service connection to military health, we dive into the importance of veteran resources and outreach programs that make a real difference. You'll be inspired by his heroic story and the work he's doing to build a supportive community for those who've served. If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, veteran issues, or simply looking for a sense of belonging, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn more about the veteran community, the importance of veteran care, and how we can all play a role in supporting our heroes. COLEMAN - https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101517599-17028344CORRO - https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101517599-17139470RAPALA - https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-101517599-17052859CROSMAN - https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-101517599-17072146DURANGO - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101517599-17058707ROCKY - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101517599-16965187MUCK - https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101517599-15423330

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