Military Network Radio

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio 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. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today and find out more at www.HiddenHeroes.org.

#HiddenHeroes: The Elizabeth Dole Foundation for Military Caregivers

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents a discussion on Gulf War Veterans, their families, and what is known today about the "start" of the war's continuing today in this region. Veteran Dr. Dave Hatfield, a lead researcher in Gulf War Illness, and Veteran Les Davis, long-time veteran advocate talk about their experiences, the effects still affecting them and their families toda. Too few know of the generational questions about toxin exposure and the ill effects of sarin and oil fire exposures which are shared on today's show. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.

Gulf War Vets & Families: Update & Retrospective

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio 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. Jason McNamara joins Linda today.

Sesame Street for Military Families: NEW Mobile Apps for MilKids

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: MindMate, an intuitive app for tablets that helps those with memory issues maintain a healthier quality of life. Co-Founder Patrick Renner shares the genesis of the application from personal experience with family/friends and Alzheimer's, knowing he could make a difference with technology. Former paster, Terry Morgan suffered a traumatic brain injury and struggled with improvement until he found the elements used on MindMate: memory games, tools, reminders, connection. Bring a renewed self-confidence, an intuitive app that adapts to your skill levels (up and down), is tied to significant research efforts, and connects family members for care management. Thinking, problem resolution, independence -- these matter! More info at www.MindMate-App.com. Tosombra Kimes joins Linda today.

MindMate: A New Tool for Alzheimer's, Dementia, and TBI

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Spirit of Innovation is Alive and Well in the Military! Vetrepreneur Mick Simonelli shares the genesis of the swiveling turret chair on a Humvee, the on-the-fly innovation in the field, and the desire to create safety, best practices and continue this practice after serving. Rigidity and rules step aside for creativity, solutions, and saving lives. Justin Constantine joins Linda today.

Spirit of Innovation Alive & Well in the Military

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents: Homeschooling in the Military Family Community with guests Mariel Barreras and Shannon Kovalcik. Both are military moms who choose the flexibility of homeschooling to create more family time between deployments and absences. Homeschooling these already resilient, flexible children varies among families and can include formalized online learning or a blended environment. Learn about nurturing consistency and creativity to thrive if this is an option you're considering! Justin Constantine joins Linda today.

Homeschooling Option for MilFam Education Flexibility

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio present: Is PTSD in Your Home? PTSD has a way of invading all spaces it occupies, and Dr. Harry Croft, expert in PTSD shares how the home and the family is affected in subtle and non-subtle ways. Communication is key and families gain from knowing more, seeking standard and alternative therapies, but ignoring PTSD won't make it disappear. Treatment options improve daily! More information at www.DrCroft.com.

Is PTSD in Your Home?

Linda Kreter and Military Network Radio presents Autism and the Military Family with guest and autism advocate Scott Fowler. With greater awareness and understanding, Scott shares how autism makes us more alike than different with new diagnostics and interventions available to provide early interventions and smarter choices. Time is critical for a child's best health outcomes and parents need support. Pamela Stokes Eggleston joins Linda today.