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How to positively impact veterans facing challenges How you can help (3-minute read) https://lnkd.in/eqjRHEd4

Check out this article I wrote in the Wenatchee World!

every veterans day, i just think about how i wish our country was built on national service -- not customer service. • only ~7% of the U.S. population (aged 18-65) are military veterans. • for the rich, "community service" is just code for "what i make my kids do for college" • societal contribution is talked about 1/1000th as much as "building a personal brand" personally, i think veterans should get the 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬 off at the very least. and everyone else (who hasn't done jack) should get one day off to call the military people in their life, thank them, then get back to work on tuesday. not to mention, we need to find new ways to reward contributing to the pillars of a democratic republic -- especially in a time when we can no longer take it for granted. hopefully the PACT Act and the Veterans Health Care Freedom Act actually do something over the next several years. in the meantime, spend today thinking about what you can actually do for your country. limping out to vote every four years is the bare minimum -- far from your only civic duty.

With Veterans Day around the corner, what are you doing at your organization to show your support for the men and women who have served? IMO - sending out a "Happy Veterans Day" email or LinkedIn post is pretty weak, and anyone can see that its just lip service. That's why I'm sharing my curated list of free veteran resources, so you can give something of value to those in your org who have served: https://lnkd.in/eqQVUMeE

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Abut 75% of veterans are 50+. Older Veterans’s can feel a sense of alienation and isolation on Veteran’s Day, Their sacrifices may feel unrecognized or forgotten, aggravating the sense that they never fit back into civilian life once serving. Lack of public spaces in the US do not help the situation. What are the public policies that can be implemented, both nationally, on a state level, and locally, to bring older veterans more into the fold of daily life and aid in generating a sense of connection, vitality, and meaning?

Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of our veterans. 🇺🇸 From healthcare resources to senior care options, our latest blog explores ways to support those who served. Read more on this Veterans Day and see how we can give back to our heroes: https://lnkd.in/g543yVrX

How do we truly honor our veterans beyond words? Inspired by @NishantRoy's heartfelt message on LinkedIn, I was reminded of the deep sacrifices our veterans make, with only 7% of Americans having served in our armed forces. As Nishant so rightly points out, the journey of service is life-shaping, and honoring it means addressing ongoing challenges like hunger, unemployment, and meaningful reintegration into civilian life. To honor veterans’ dedication, we can—and should—offer them meaningful opportunities in our workplaces, providing not just a job but a community where their skills and experience are valued. Let’s nourish their commitment with actions that make a difference. How are you supporting veterans in your workplace? Let’s share ideas and continue this important conversation.