Don Philpott, Janelle Hill
This Handbook first addresses the recovery process, from the traumatic injury event onward, for the active serviceman or woman. It gives practical advice on everything from spotting the symptoms of depression to travel instructions for visiting family. It explains the terms of separation from military service and the process for determining and appealing the so-important physical disability status....One useful chapter includes a discussion of financial, legal, and tax issues faced by active and discharged troops. Finally, a chapter on bereavement covers everything from grief support to burial expenses, military funerals, and death benefits....Readers will discover that, despite recent scandals in VA hospitals and the common perception that the US does not support its wounded veterans and their loved ones, assistance in every conceivable aspect of transition and reintegration is available. And throughout, Philpott and Hill offer names, addresses, phone numbers, and Web addresses. --ForeWord, April 2009
Excellent books on how to deal with the VA
By Major John D Roche, former claims adjudication specialist for the Veteran's Administration (VA):
On PTSD and the Iraq war
2. Courage After Fire: Coping Strategies for Troops Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and Their Families - Keith Armstrong LCSW,Suzanne Best PHD, Puala Domenici PHD - with a forward by Senator Bob Dole
Reconnecting with loved ones
Combating war reactions
Returning to work and community
Resources to help with readjustments
Video / DVD
1. Cover Me - On The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund web site
Learn more about "combat operational stress" by watching the movie "Cover Me".
Also review the important resources listed below for help with combat operational stress and other Veteran needs.
Also review the important resources listed below for help with combat operational stress and other Veteran needs.
