EPISODE · Aug 3, 2025 · 4 MIN
“They’re Not Just Dying at the Gate—They’re Dying Down the Road.”
from The Arrogant Independent · host Shawn Havens
“They’re Not Just Dying at the Gate—They’re Dying Down the Road.”Midlife Veterans Are Being Forgotten. It’s Time We Fix That. H.R. 2878 aims to support veterans leaving the military—but what about the ones who’ve been out for 10 or 20 years and are breaking down now? Our newest podcast, white paper, and full report dive deep into the reality facing aging veterans struggling with PTSD, TBI, moral injury, and Late-Appearing Reintegration Syndrome (LARS). Did you know:➤ 60% of veterans who die by suicide were not connected to the VA?➤ The majority of veteran suicide deaths are in ages 35–65?➤ Most support programs only focus on the first 12 months after service? This isn’t just a policy oversight—it’s a crisis. Listen, read, and share: 🎧 Podcast Episode: “The Forgotten Years”➤ [Insert Link to Podcast Episode] 🎙️ Narrated Audio Report (for listening on the go)➤ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUhuemIh3Hidxi6y8m_v7279efkiO-HC/view?usp=sharing 📄 1-Page White Paper for Policymakers➤ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NUR62dvK5le1SG4xVpvzNtSxUCrizJ9p/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111018917453627434082&rtpof=true&sd=true 📘 Full Research Report: “Expanding Mental Health Support for Veterans”➤ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l3dEKyhKmyx-hsI9hvphqvEsGq8KE-BF/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111018917453627434082&rtpof=true&sd=true Share this with a lawmaker, a fellow vet, or anyone who believes we owe more than just a folded flag. #VeteranMentalHealth #TheArrogantIndependent #LARS #VeteranSuicide #PTSD #Policy #HR2878 #VeteranAdvocacy #VeteransDeserveBetter
What this episode covers
“They’re Not Just Dying at the Gate—They’re Dying Down the Road.”Midlife Veterans Are Being Forgotten. It’s Time We Fix That. H.R. 2878 aims to support veterans leaving the military—but what about the ones who’ve been out for 10 or 20 years and are breaking down now? Our newest podcast, white paper, and full report dive deep into the reality facing aging veterans struggling with PTSD, TBI, moral injury, and Late-Appearing Reintegration Syndrome (LARS). Did you know:➤ 60% of veterans who die by suicide were not connected to the VA?➤ The majority of veteran suicide deaths are in ages 35–65?➤ Most support programs only focus on the first 12 months after service? This isn’t just a policy oversight—it’s a crisis. Listen, read, and share: 🎧 Podcast Episode: “The Forgotten Years”➤ [Insert Link to Podcast Episode] 🎙️ Narrated Audio Report (for listening on the go)➤ https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUhuemIh3Hidxi6y8m_v7279efkiO-HC/view?usp=sharing 📄 1-Page White Paper for Policymakers➤ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NUR62dvK5le1SG4xVpvzNtSxUCrizJ9p/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111018917453627434082&rtpof=true&sd=true 📘 Full Research Report: “Expanding Mental Health Support for Veterans”➤ https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l3dEKyhKmyx-hsI9hvphqvEsGq8KE-BF/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111018917453627434082&rtpof=true&sd=true Share this with a lawmaker, a fellow vet, or anyone who believes we owe more than just a folded flag. #VeteranMentalHealth #TheArrogantIndependent #LARS #VeteranSuicide #PTSD #Policy #HR2878 #VeteranAdvocacy #VeteransDeserveBetter
NOW PLAYING
“They’re Not Just Dying at the Gate—They’re Dying Down the Road.”
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Mar 26, 2026 ·1m
Mar 19, 2026 ·34m
Feb 18, 2026 ·11m
Feb 11, 2026 ·45m