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Borne the Battle recognizes each battle, challenge, and sacrifice our Veterans endure during and after their service, as well as spotlighting important resources, offices, and benefits VA offers our Veterans.

The Department of Veterans Affairs does not endorse or officially sanction any entities that may be discussed in this podcast, nor any media, products or services they may provide.

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Borne the Battle recognizes each battle, challenge, and sacrifice our Veterans endure during and after their service, as well as spotlighting important resources, offices, and benefits VA offers our Veterans.

The Department of Veterans Affairs does not endorse or officially sanction any entities that may be discussed in this podcast, nor any media, products or services they may provide.

    Empowering Veterans with the VA Health and Benefits App

    Empowering Veterans with the VA Health and Benefits App

    On this week's episode of Borne the Battle, host Pablo Meza spoke with Rachel Han from VA's mobile app team, who shared how VA is using apps as a digital bridge connecting Veterans to VA's benefits and services.

    • 24 min
    One Number, Countless Benefits: How 800-MYVA411 Simplifies VA Access

    One Number, Countless Benefits: How 800-MYVA411 Simplifies VA Access

    On this episode of Borne the Battle, we dive into the VA's efforts to make it easier for veterans to access the programs, services, and benefits they've earned. We learn about the VA's phone number, 800-MYVA411, and how it's the organization's "voice front door" to connect veterans with the right person or program. We hear a heartwarming story of a veteran who received assistance from a customer service representative and patient advocate to access the voucher program for the homeless. Our urges listeners who are veterans or have family members who are veterans to enroll in the VA healthcare system and use MYVA411 as a starting point for information and eligibility questions. Overall, this episode highlights the various services and programs offered by the VA and the efforts being made to improve accessibility and assistance for veterans.

    • 40 min
    Revolutionary Rehabilitation: The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic

    Revolutionary Rehabilitation: The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic

    In this episode, we talk with Jason Strickland, director of communications for The National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic. In this week-long event, veterans from 42 different states and 80 VA medical centers or clinics participate in activities such as skiing, fly fishing, rock climbing, and even sled hockey. Participants have a variety of disabilities, including profound disabilities, vision impairment, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and traumatic brain injuries. Organizers work with DAV to bring in sponsors who are committed to serving the veteran community, especially those suffering from disabilities.
    Additionally, we discuss how the staff and volunteers work tirelessly throughout the year to create this event. In addition to serving breakfast, repairing wheelchairs and instructing skiers, there are several volunteer opportunities available. We discuss the competitive nature of the application process for becoming a volunteer, as well as the importance of registering as early as possible.
    Follow their journey on social media with the handles @Sports4Vets and at www.wintersportsclinic.org

    • 35 min
    National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic: Empowering Veterans Through Adaptive Golf Programs

    National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic: Empowering Veterans Through Adaptive Golf Programs

    In this episode of the Borne the Battle Podcast, we're connecting Nick Beelner the Director of the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic, an adaptive golf program focused on empowering disabled veterans from coast to coast. We'll discuss the tailored golf lessons, user-friendly equipment, and entertaining activities they offer, as well as the sense of camaraderie and personal growth experienced by participants. Join us as we uncover the power of connection, teamwork, and triumphing over challenges with the remarkable individuals at the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic.  How To Apply For VA Health Care | Veterans - National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic

    • 41 min
    #280: Benefits Breakdown, Precision Medicine w/ Million Veteran Program

    #280: Benefits Breakdown, Precision Medicine w/ Million Veteran Program

    This week’s Borne the Battle – a benefits breakdown – features the Million Veteran Program (MVP), which is a national, voluntary research program to learn about how genes, lifestyle and military exposures affect health and illness in hopes to provide precision medicine improve health care for Veterans.

    • 44 min
    #279 Memorial Day w/ MG (ret.) Charles Swannack, Speedway MotorSports’ VP of Armed Forces Affairs

    #279 Memorial Day w/ MG (ret.) Charles Swannack, Speedway MotorSports’ VP of Armed Forces Affairs

    Retired Army Major General Charles (Chuck) Swannack, Jr. served in various command and staff positions during his thirty-plus years in the Army. He commanded the 82nd Airborne Division from October 2002 to May 2004, served as a brigade commander during Operation Uphold Democracy, was a battalion commander during Operation Nimrod Dancer and served in many more roles.

    Despite his impressive military service, Swannack argues that his contributions pale in comparison to the ones made by service members who lost their lives while in the line of duty. As a civilian with Speedway Motorsports, he helps Veterans and military families honor those who have fallen with events like NASCAR and Charlotte Motor Speedway's Coke 600.

    • 53 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
443 Ratings

443 Ratings

D12Leo ,

Where is the new material?

Great podcast. Wish there was an update on new material. Recommend this to all veterans as a resource.

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Great podcast

Great podcast and very informative. What happened to it?
They just start making episode

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Worth the listen

Excellent show with outstanding guests, helpful, and timely information.

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