Veterans Corner Radio
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Veterans Corner Radio focuses on what those who have served in the military, and their families need to know to maximize the services and benefits due to them. No matter if you are currently serving or got out 50 years ago, this program will give you answers to questions you didn’t even know you should be asking. Among those who have been and will be sharing their knowledge are those from the Department of Defense (DOD), Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration, members of Congress (both House and Senate), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), American Legion, Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), Military Order of World Wars (MOWW), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Vietnam Veterans of America, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), just to name a few.You will learn, among many other things, how to use the VA claim process, the services offered by the James A Haley VA Hospital that your local VA hospital may also offer and how to make use of them, and how to access educational benefits and home loans. What you have just read is the tip of the iceberg; there is so much more captured in the shows already posted and those yet to come. Each show is roughly a 15-minute investment in your future and that of your family. Start now to gain the knowledge that will serve you and your family, just as you served your country. We are not a part of any governmental organization.
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Project Healing Waters is a national opportunity for a disabled American Veteran. Through a network of clubs in 48 states they provide a place for vets to come together and learn the skills of Fly Fishing. They provide the gear for building your own fly rod and instructors to teach the intricate skill of fly tying. There are also road trips to various locations, none of which costs the veteran, Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Judge Michael Scionti, Florida State Judicial District 13, Veterans Treatment Court. Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the fourth of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Judge Michael Scionti as he deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by Congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. This, the third of these programs, highlights the actions of our county Public Defender’s office as it deals with veterans in this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Each of the programs this month will be in some way connected to the Florida Judicial District 13 Veterans Treatment Court. This court is a model for the national program approved by congress to set up courts that work to recover veterans who have come into conflict with the law. The first of these programs highlights the actions of our county sheriff’s office as it feeds veterans into this special program. We hope that if a program of this nature is not in your area, you will bring this podcast to the attention of those with the power to institute it. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Families can find help with the mental problems that come with military life. The VA and DOD do a good job of treating the military member but unfortunately care extending to the family is beyond their charter. Enter the Cohen Foundation and its network of clinics all over the USA, They treat the entire family and funds are not a prerequisite for treatment. No one is turned away for lack of funds.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dan Keenaghan Executive Dir. VA Insurance Services starts the celebration of the second year celebration for the new VA Insurances. Great rates and competitive pricing. Not to mention you can not be turned down for coverage until you reach the age of 80. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dr Cesar E. Ercole, MD, FACS Chief or Urology James A Haley VA Hospital is very knowledgeable in the field of Prostate Cancer, He has a very calming personality and his explanations help put patients at ease. In this show he speaks on some new treatments and the fact that there is no profit motive at the VA and almost every possible treatments are offered. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Anna Urman, Director, Strategic Outreach and Communications VA Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business, would you like to if you would like to start your own small business and do business with the government? Included in this program are the steps and resources to make this wish a reality. There are websites and videos along with thoughts on how to contact counselors that will get a business idea off to a roaring start. It does take effort but what doesn’t that is worthwhile Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dan Fitzpatrick, U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Historian shares with us one of the most defining moments in heroism, the story of the Four Chaplains. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
February is Black History Month and Veterans Corner Radio would like to take a time to honor those Black men and women who have served in shedding their blood and even giving up their lives. Military Historian Dr. Issac Hampton shares how in the 1950 there was a growth in the officer corps. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dave Coker, President of the Fisher House Foundation shares an update on the activities of the Fisher House and then discusses a number of scholarships available through his organization and several affiliated groups. The Fisher Houses website has a scholarship locator designed especially for our military families Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
The Claim Sharks are circling your claims and trying to make it easier to take advantage of veterans with disabilities. Right now, to charge a veteran for services they must be certified. A new bill in Congress called the Pluss Act would allow any thief to set up and rob veterans. Listen in to hear from Kristina Keenan VFW Deputy Legislative Director what you can do about it. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Dr.Shereef Elnahal, VA Under Secretary For Health came on the air with me and outlined his plans to strengthen the VA and provide more services from the healthcare side for you. Under VA Secretary McDonough and Under Secretary Elnahal leadership your healthcare could not be in better hands.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
One of the reasons that there is such great transparency in our current Veterans Administration is the Press Secretary Terrence Hayes maintains an open relationship with media outlets like mine. Don’t miss what he has to say about where the VA has come and where they are going as it applies to getting you the benefits you earned. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Walt Cawein Chm. Veterans Memorial - One man's dream becomes a reality when a community comes behind him. This could be your story or that of your community. If not that is the answer to your last-minute Christmas shopping. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
This is a rebroadcast of a previous program featuring George Denby who, at the time, was a Supervisory Program Specialist at the SOHI Clinic, for the James A Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, FL. He now manages the Fisher House in Orlando, FL. This segment is a discussion of what to do when you need Urgent Care. The Veterans Administration clinics are not set up to handle Emergency Room duties. The Haley VA Hospital is equipped to care for any need in an emergency but, due to the nature of emergencies, time is a factor. Learn from Mr. Denby what you can and should do for VA emergency treatment in your own area. Also included is information on the VA Clinical Contact Centers where you can call in with medical questions. This program is similar to many Talk with A nurse programs but goes much further. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Under Secretary Quinn is one of Bill’s favorite guests. The changes he has brought to Memorial Affairs and the changes he is working on have made the department more user-friendly and simpler to access. On this program, he makes comments on Veterans Day and also what Memorial Affairs is doing to provide additional services outside of the National Cemetery System. Discover your rights by listening to this broadcast.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Joshua Jacobs, Veterans Administration Under Secretary for Benefits, | Under Secretary Jacobs reports directly to the Secretary of the Veterans Administration. His department has over 28,000 employees many of whom are responsible for reviewing and rating the claims veterans submit for approval of Service-Connected Disabilities. I think you will find his comments interesting whether you have an active claim or not.Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Jeff Pierce, Director for Broadcasts and Media Partnerships for Wreaths Across America., discusses the placing of wreaths on Veterans’ graves and how, if you want one for your loved one who in the past might not have gotten one, can this year. Jeff points out that although Wreaths Across America is primarily known for the December placement of wreaths, they are also a primary provider of patriotic programs for our youth. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
Mary Peter, Founder and Executive Director K9 Partners For Patriots knows dogs. Over a 35-year career, she has trained many dogs to do a variety of activities. What is unique about her training is that she utilizes dogs from pounds to learn to become best friends with a Veteran and they do it at no charge to the vet. Listen in and I believe you will be as fascinated as I am with her methods. Our library of shows can be found at www.veteranscornerradio.comJoin us on Facebook at the page Veterans Corner RadioYou can contact our host William (Bill) Hodges at bill@billhodges.com
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