Loss, Depression & Hope: How Injury Changed National Guard Veteran's Life
Alexis Nelson was so excited about a future in the military, she signed up for the Army National Guard the day she turned 17. But her dream of serving the country was soon derailed when she suffered a service-related injury during basic training. She was forced to leave the National Guard with a medical deferment. […]
Seasonal Depression: Mission Roll Call Helps Veterans Overcome Holiday Anxiety
For many people, the holidays can be a stressful time, but particularly for veterans, the period from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day can bring about depression, loneliness, anxiety, and isolation. But there are places veterans can turn to for help. Jim Whaley is the CEO of Mission Roll Call, a nonprofit organization that advocates for […]