Regular Infantry Guys Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with Jenna McDonald–Director of Physical Wellness, Sports & Recreation at Hope For The Warriors. Jenna shares the annual run race tradition meant to inspire and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Hope for the warriors has been leading the charge in addressing the concerns of service members as they transition out of the service. Recreation and sports such as this annual run tradition allow veterans, family, friends, and military supporters to come together to remember those we have lost. But more importantly, how we continue to celebrate their life through remembrance and reaffirming to our Gold Star and Blue Star families we are here for them.  Hope you enjoy this episode and will take part in this tradition in person or virtually. Any donation goes directly to the programs at Hope For The Warriors that assist veterans and their spouses readjust back home.    https://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/

https://www.rangeforehope.org OUR MISSION Our Mission is to provide outdoor activities as a positive outlet to assist Active-Duty Service Members, Veterans, and their Dependents overcome life's difficulties specifically attributed to the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). ABOUT US In 2018, retired US Army First Sergeant Alvin King, founded King Fore A Day, a Veteran Charity Golf Event. The goal for the event was to support South Carolina-based Veteran Non-Profit Organizations with resources and funding to combat the impacts of PTSD within the Veteran Community. As a former Combat Veteran with multiple deployments, he personally understands the struggles that Veterans suffer with and wants to provide a means to support Veterans and their families through the Range Fore Hope Foundation Programs.    Since 2018 we have donated to Project Josiah, a Veteran Peer-to-Peer Counseling Non-Profit Organization in South Carolina. The donated funds directly supported the training of over 40 Peer Facilitators

Cedar Hills Hospital Military Program Dear Military Service Member, Family Member or Veteran: I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you as our guest to The Military Program at Cedar Hills Hospital, a part of the Patriot Support Programs at Universal Health Services. Since 2009, The Military Program at Cedar Hills Hospital has provided care to hundreds of service members, family members and Veterans. As you become involved in your treatment program, we are very interested in your feedback about how well we are meeting your needs. In light of this objective, we will ask you to complete a Patient Satisfaction Survey at the end of your stay. The information you provide is carefully reviewed and analyzed for incorporation into the performance improvement activities of the hospital and outpatient services. It is the policy of The Military Program to explain at the time of admission the patient advocacy policy and procedure to the patient and their families and/or significant others. Please be advised, i

HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS AWARDS 15 MILITARY SPOUSE AND CAREGIVER SCHOLARSHIPS AS IT CELEBRATES 15 YEARS OF SERVICE National Scholarship Program Announces Fall 2021 Recipients SPRINGFIELD, Va. (August X, 2021) –Celebrating the nonprofit and program’s 15 th anniversary, Hope For The Warriors recently awarded 15 Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships for higher education for the fall 2021 semester. Hope For The Warriors is a national nonprofit that assists veterans, service members and military families with a variety of programming including clinical health and wellness, sports and recreation and transition services. For 15 years, Hope For The Warriors has awarded Military Spouse and Caregiver Scholarships twice a year. The program recognizes and rewards post-9/11 spouses and caregivers for their strength, fidelity and resolve despite adversity as they assume critical roles in the financial well being of their families. Scholarships vary from $1,500 to $2,500 and are applied toward higher education at an accre

CAMERON, USMC VETERAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Cameron grew up in Texas and went to college in New York before joining the Marine Corps as an infantry officer. After multiple overseas deployments he was medically retired. Finding the transition to civilian life a challenge, he took to the sea, living aboard and cruising several boats on both the east and west coast of the U.S. Learn more about his sailing story. In addition to devoting his time to American Odysseus and to helping his brother and sister veterans, Cameron teaches American history, plays with old motorcycles, and sails with his family. He is also certified as an instructor by the American Sailing Association   OUR MISSION American Odysseus Sailing Foundation is a not-for profit organization with the mission of providing relief, assistance, and opportunities to veterans, military service members, and their families though sail training, coastal cruising excursions, and offshore sailing expeditions.

Kyle worked in the University of Tennessee GI Bill education benefits office as a student employee. He shares some knowledge for those going back to school. 

Army Grunt and Air Force Veteran, Travis Velazquez shares a children's book "Protected by the Best A Story of Patriotism." Illustrator Artwork–Suzanne Shedosky He wrote this book in memory of his brothers. And as a tool for parents and educators teaching kids about sacrifice and what goes on in the world around them.  He has a second book in the works! You can purchase your copy on Amazon.com (click here to buy) Reach out to Travis for any questions about the book. He's also a Real Estate agent. Realtor_travis@yahoo.com 815-762-8466 Thanks for listening to his story. We must never forget our brothers and sisters, nor our Gold Star Families. 

The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Hope For The Warriors The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Hope For The Warriors is now open and offering virtual mental health services for post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members and military families in Jacksonville and surrounding areas. Steven A Cohen Hope for the Warriors website link Monroe “Roe” Holcomb was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. However, Jacksonville, North Carolina has been his home since 2006. After high school, Roe Joined the United States Marine Corps where he spent ten years of service as a 0341 Infantry Indirect Fire Crew Member, 8153 Marine Corps Security Force Cadre Trainer and 0369 Infantry Unit Leader.   In 2010, he was medically separated from the Marine Corps and started working for Schilsky Chiropractic as an assistant X-ray tech and floor leader. This role offered Roe the opportunity to coordinate grassroots marketing projects for Med First within the Schilsky Chiropratic organization. During his time as a v

Marine Veteran Greg Dunn from IGY6-Santa Clarita, CA joins us for another great conversation. That's right, we felt we needed to continue the podcast in a two-part podcast series since we still had plenty to talk about about the transition out of the service.  Enjoy the episode!  Be sure to check out part 1 with Greg Dunn.  Follow him on social media IGY6. Also, check out their podcast episode! 

Marine Combat Veteran Greg Dunn shares some insight of his transition back home after service, finding purpose, and discovering a new identity that can compliment your military characteristics.  He runs the IGY6 Group out of Santa Clarita, CA which uses physical fitness, group camaraderie, and faith base healing to help Servicemembers/LEO/Civilians be part of something great together–coming together as a community.  Give them a follow/subscribe on their podcast "IGY6 True Insight" Thank you to our Sponsor DadsStartingOver.com 

82nd Airborne Afghanistan War Veteran shares his story.  Sean Karpf Jacksonville Jaguars ESPN Article NFL Salute to Service Article

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You can find Ted's business in Etsy under "BJORNFELL" Thanks for sharing your story Ted! 

Jessica Asbury shares about the PGA HOPE program. You can go to pgareach.org for more information about the program.  PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans with disabilities to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being. The program introduces the game of golf through a developmental 6-8 week curriculum, taught by PGA Professionals trained in adaptive golf and military cultural competency. All programs are funded by PGA REACH and supplemented by PGA Section Foundations, so the cost of programming is free to all Veterans. PGA HOPE has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which enables Recreational Therapists to refer Veterans to the PGA HOPE program as a form of therapy. Through a robust program strategy, PGA HOPE aspires to create a physically and emotionally healthier Veteran community by shaping lives, chan

You will get a wealth of knowledge about employment, VA benefits, networking, his personal accounts, and how he's moved forward in life. Reach out to Mat and he can send you a list of resources via email.  As always, reach out to Mac and I if you ever need to talk. We are here for all you who find themselves alone in the fight. Just remember, you are never alone.     

Army Combat Veteran Ted Crumb shares his transition story.