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Today marks #NationalLegacyDay 💚 A gift in your Will can help provide vital support for those who need it most. Your generosity ensures that the #veterans and their partners we care for can live with dignity and independence. Take a look at the impact of these gifts in our blog post here: bit.ly/ImpactOfGifts #RememberACharityWeek

Unfortunately for today's #veterans, #divorce still prevails due to excessive deployments, rigorous schedules and in many instances, poor communication. #army #ranger Nick Devlin who is a transformational coach in San Diego, outlines how he navigated the ordeal to emerge victorious. He created a powerful co parenting plan that allowed him to spend time with his children while remaining amicable to his former spouse. Full article below. #marriage, #veterans, #divorce, #marriage, #parent

A Salute to Our Veterans 💙 Today, with deep gratitude, join me in honoring all U.S. military veterans for their service and sacrifice. Your commitment to our nation is noticed. Thank you! As we celebrate our veterans, let's also recognize the importance of supporting those who may be struggling with mental health challenges. Every day, 44 veterans tragically lose their lives to suicide (24 by suicide, 20 by “self-inflicted mortality” aka overdose), according to research by the America's Warrior Partnership and Duke University. This statistic is a stark reminder of the ongoing need for mental health resources and support. Last week, I shared information about the upcoming Lived Experience Collective convening, which focuses on those impacted by suicide. This event will be held next week (November 19th) in Minneapolis and brings together resource providers and individuals with lived experience—those who have survived suicide attempts or have lost someone close to them. The conference aims to create actionable steps to: *Identify warning signs of suicide attempts *Provide effective responses during crises *Support suicide attempt survivors and their families *Help those with lived experience tell their story By participating in events like the Lived Experience Collective conference and supporting initiatives for mental health and suicide prevention, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our veterans. For more information on the Lived Experience Collective convening visit: https://lnkd.in/g3V_hfAK. Thanks to the United Suicide Survivors International and Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas for their leadership! Let's honor our veterans by ensuring they have the support and resources they need. 💙 You can also support veterans through the following organizations: The American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), Wounded Warrior Project, Blue Star Families, and MINNESOTA AMERICAN LEGION. #Service #AmericanLegion #VeteransofForeignWars #Veterans #Military

Its a simple set of lines, but have deeper meaning. If you earn it, you dont lose it.. #resonate #mentalstrength #youmatter #workforit #navalravikantquotes23s

The iceberg; a metaphor for the experiences of many military parents. On the surface, it may appear that military families just cope and become accustomed to the many curveballs thrown their way. But sometimes what people fail to understand is that underneath it all there can be a variety of competing emotions related to military life and parenthood. A simple visual, but one that reminds us that just because someone carries the load well, it doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy, and that we should never make assumptions. Unfortunately there is a very real stigma around showing vulnerability as a military family. Sadly, some within our community feel that they have to remain silent about the difficulties they’re experiencing or the overwhelm they may be feeling. We want to challenge that narrative, and strive for spaces where people can be honest, and receive compassion and understanding which is free of judgement or comparison. We need families in our community to know that it’s ok to feel these things, natural even, and that they are not alone. #militaryfamilies #militarylife #militaryparents #armyfamilies #navyfamilies #raffamilies #marinefamilies #parenthood #dandelionmilfamilies #challengethenarrative #honestconversations #perinatalmentalhealth #parentalmentalhealth #youarenotalone #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Last year ERC touched the lives of more military families than every before with an incredible 72% reporting improved marriage satisfaction and a remarkable 97% experiencing a reduction in family stress! 🙌💑 Imagine the positive impact we can continue to make in 2024 with your support! 🦅💖 #SupportOurHeroes #EmpowerMilitaryFamilies #GiveBackToERC 🌟 https://ow.ly/pvXK50QEpbe

Last year ERC touched the lives of more military families than every before with an incredible 72% reporting improved marriage satisfaction and a remarkable 97% experiencing a reduction in family stress! 🙌💑 Imagine the positive impact we can continue to make in 2024 with your support! 🦅💖 #SupportOurHeroes #EmpowerMilitaryFamilies #GiveBackToERC 🌟 https://ow.ly/pvXK50QEpbe

Just like a door that separates your personal space from the outside world, your boundaries serve as a barrier that protects your emotions, time, and energy. It is crucial that you yourself and others respect these boundaries every time. #TheMoreYouKnow #WomensHistoryMonth #March #MentalHealth #Boundaries #ECC #MentalHealthMatters #MentalWellness

Hayley Ann Boswell ⭐️This hit me. Our eldest is onto her 7th school and all four of our children have faced challenges with their education due to being Defence Kidz. Thankfully, they have also thrived. As Defence families, we do not get to pick where we live. The amount of times some snarky person on the phone has said to me, "Why didn't you have them on the wait list from birth?" We, as Defence families, don't get that luxury. How about priority of placement for Defence Kidz in ALL childcare centres. Who needs respite more than a Defence spouse doing it solo? How about State School of CHOICE? We don't get to pick where we live, so how about allowing us to pick the State school that best suits our child regardless of catchment area? Small actionable outcomes that would give Defence families a little bit of power to determine the best educational outcomes for their children. These options are already available to at risk children, so the framework is there. How about our Defence Kidz?

During National Estate Planning Awareness Week, consider how a gift in your will can make a lasting impact through The Salvation Army. Planned giving allows you to leave a legacy that continues to support the causes you care about long after you're gone. Learn more about how you can contribute to a brighter future: TSAE.GiftLegacy.com #LegacyGiving #EstatePlanning #NEPAW2024