Mil Resource Radio

Linda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Pamela Stokes Eggleston presents: Hearing Loss Association of America. Barbara Kelley is the Executive Director of the Hearing Loss Association of America -- and an Army spouse. Ross Meglathery is a USMC combat veteran and advocate with significant experience in Hill testimony, consulting, and leadership assistance advocating for those with disabilities, including hearing loss. Learn more at www.HearingLoss.org. Also on iTunes and more at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support

Patriot PAWS

Linda Kreter and Mil Resource Radio with cohost Tosombra Kimes presents PatriotPAWS. Lori Stevens, Founder and Executive Director of Patriot PAWS has and Terri Stringer share the lengthy process of obtaining a service dog. Matching the right dog with the right veteran for the precise tasks means building relationships, training, and fully observing the entire process. Learn more at www.PatriotPAWS.org; also on iTunes. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.

New Sesame Street Mobile Features

MilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Sesame Street for Military Families program with new mobile apps. Kelly Blasko, PhD and newly retired military parent, Rich, join MNR to discuss the importance of family connection and communication surrounding military life events. In addition to Deployment, absences, PCS's, and injury to name a few, there are NEW modules that add to this comprehensive, integrated program with the beloved Muppets -- and makes them accessible 24/7 for families. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers

MilResource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Tosombra Kimes presents: HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers. Steve Schwab, the Executive Director, and Laurel Rodewald, Director of Programs at the Dole Foundation talk about the launch of their robust initiative to raise awareness and support for military and veteran caregivers. Learn more about the vital role of caregivers, the National Caregiver Registry -- and the stressors, support, and Coalition united to helping the 5.5 million military caregivers in the United States. Learn more at www.HiddenHeroes.org. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

VA Epilepsy Center of Excellence for Seizure Disorders

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter presents: Epilepsy & VA Centers of Excellence for Seizure Disorders. Dr. Alan Krumholz, director of the Baltimore VA Center for Epilepsy provides invaluable information on this specialty care; part of 15 such centers nationwide. The brain is a complex organ and we still seek knowledge to further assist veterans and their families, and please pass on this podcast to families affected by seizure disorders. You are not alone. Learn more at www.Epilepsy.VA.gov. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Intimate Partner Violence - Context is Vital

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Intimate Partner Violence - Context is Everything. Retired USN CAPT Glenna Tinney, DCSW formerly of the Battered Women's Justice Project and Lynn Anderson, DV/IPV Coordinator at McGuire VA Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia discuss this complex relationship issue and the contexts in which it occurs. IPV includes physical, emotional, sexual violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner and the military community is not immune. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Link Between Intimate Partner Violence & Caregiving

Voting, Vets, and Why More Vets Are Needed in Legislative Roles

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Jason McNamara presents: Vets, Voting, and Why More Vets Are Needed in Elective Office. Veterans are especially well suited to lead teams, convert goals into action and complete missions - but they are under-represented in elected office and too often fail to vote. Bob Carey and Jennifer Korn, members of the RNC Military & Veteran Engagement Programs join us for a non-partisan discussion about raising mil/vet voter participation, electing veterans to office, and having your voice heard in policy and practice. Everyone serves and together we make a difference – 24/7 Outreach for Military Family Support! More at www.MilResourceRadio.com.

Mil Resource Radio with Linda Kreter and co-host Justin Constantine presents new information about the "Link between Intimate Partner Violence and Caregiving". April Gerlock, PhD, ARNP shares important research from a large study (882 interviews) with heterosexual couples where the veteran is in treatment for PTSD. Results show caregivers are at special risk for IPV due to vulnerability, military culture, and loss of control by the veteran. Dr. Gerlock exposes care gaps, and the increased risk to caregivers and children - if and when IPV is reported and how well the VA facility is equipped. More at www.MilResourceRadio.com. Everyone serves and together we make a difference - 24/7 outreach for military family support.