https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7 Information for and about Veterans and their Families. en-us 2019-05-13 19:03:29 UTC 2025-01-27 22:06:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://imgglb.padletcdn.com/v13/image?t=g_auto&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.net%2Ficons%2Fpng%2F1f1fa-1f1f2.png abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359638017 This video is an informative, short overview of the history of women in the Military. Truly an eye-opener once you realize women were not allowed to apply for combat positions until 2016.]]> 2019-05-13 19:10:48 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359638017 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359647020 Facts and Statistics about Women Veterans. One in five women Veterans seen at a VHA said they were victims of military sexual trauma (MST). This statistic, and others presented on this website, show that MST is a widespread problem and not just a few isolated cases.


]]> 2019-05-13 19:33:08 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359647020 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359980406 This is a great resource for information about wounded Veterans and how to volunteer or donate. It is a nonprofit organization that offers free services to Veterans who suffered from mental or physical wounds after September 11, 2011.]]> 2019-05-14 16:09:14 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359980406 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359983230 This video documents a Veteran through his fight for a better quality of life by practicing yoga. A reminder to civilians and Veterans alike to never give up and a great example of what a person can do when they have someone to believe in them.]]> 2019-05-14 16:14:16 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359983230 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359984667 Resource for information about how the VA approaches and assesses TBI. Includes information about the injury itself as well as details the services available to Veterans with TBIs.]]> 2019-05-14 16:17:03 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/359984667 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360002404 Powerful TED Talk about a soldiers experiences in joining the military and being deployed overseas. He is able to articulately give insight into what Veterans experience once they come back from being in a war zone. Hes goes on to encourage getting to know Veterans and acknowledging they still have so much to offer, even after sacrificing for their county.]]> 2019-05-14 16:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360002404 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360007707 The article has a lot of good information about how Veterans can struggle to get back into civilian life after the military. To me, the most valuable aspect is the visual representations of some of the statistics. It makes the information you read in the article relate to the real world, not just appear as facts on paper.]]> 2019-05-14 17:03:30 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360007707 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360436583 This is the website for a wellness program created by the U.S Department of Health and Human Services specifically for Veterans. There is information about medication aids, facts about quitting tobacco, and tools for support. The veteran can create their own custom plan and path to becoming smoke free, all while get support along the way. ]]> 2019-05-15 16:40:24 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360436583 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360439113 This resource is for Veterans or their family members to call, text or online chat in order to receive support, information, and further resources in crisis situations. It also has information about when to contact, what to expect, and how to get in contact with other local resources. 1-800-273-8255]]> 2019-05-15 16:44:53 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/360439113 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/361548323 This is a short fact sheet about TBI screening and evaluation research. The presence of PTSD can reduce the accuracy of the TBI screening.]]> 2019-05-19 22:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/361548323 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/361548566 This video shows the struggles that a Veteran with an extensive TBI can face. TBI can leave Veterans without the ability to perform basic activities of living. The care of the Veteran can fall on the family members.]]> 2019-05-19 22:05:01 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/361548566 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363484263 Veterans Inc is a great resource for Veterans and their families. They take a more holistic approach to issues veterans face like homelessness, employment, and healthcare. They coordinate all issues with a case manager who keeps track of and help with everything from treatment plans to legal advice.  ]]> 2019-05-25 20:27:20 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363484263 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363540068 An interesting article about how the VA may be moving toward a more holistic approach to the care and well being of Veterans. This involves treating the Veteran and his/her family in a multifaceted way, incorporating physical, mental, and spiritual wellness into treatment plans.]]> 2019-05-26 12:33:52 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363540068 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363550376 A program dedicated to the health and wellness of Veterans and their Families. They partner with Massachusetts General Hospital and the Red Sox Foundation to offer services ranging from healthcare to education. While limited to MA and FL at the moment, this program is trying to expand and serve Veterans in other states.]]> 2019-05-26 14:32:31 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363550376 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363778295 In this research study, inpatient Veterans with mental health issues participated in a tobacco cessation program. The Veteran's inpatient nurses were the ones to implement the program and education. They found that Veterans with mental health issues want to quit smoking and are more likely to quit, long term, with the implementation of a smoking cessation program.]]> 2019-05-27 15:40:31 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363778295 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363781735 As an undergraduate student myself, these statistics are interesting. Only 4% of undergraduates are Veterans and it takes an average of five years after high school for a Veteran to enter college. ]]> 2019-05-27 15:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363781735 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363783008 An article and short video outlining the history of Memorial Day, as it is sometimes confused with Veteran's Day. Memorial Day is one to remember lost military members, primarily those who were lost in the line of duty.]]> 2019-05-27 16:03:31 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363783008 abradshaw31 https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363784956 Approximately 40,000 Veterans are believed to be homeless on any given night in America. This website covers many of the reason Veterans become homeless, what they need for support, and how you can help. ]]> 2019-05-27 16:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/abradshaw31/r2nf0sedf1s7/wish/363784956