Vets in Transition Receiving More Attention, Resources

Another Memorial Day has passed, when many Americans remembered and saluted those who lost their lives serving in the military and protecting America’s freedom. This holiday focuses on veterans who have passed on, but it also brings attention to those still living, and the issues that they have while adapting to civilian life.

Statistics say that 22 U.S. veterans die from the collective symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), usually via suicide, every day. While more emphasis has been given to mental health among veterans in the past few years, many retired servicemembers do not take advantage of the help that is offered.

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