The typical wounded soldier must complete and file 22 forms following an active-duty injury. To many soldiers and their families coping with the shock and reality of the injuries, figuring out what to do next—even completing tasks as seemingly easy as submitting paperwork—can be overwhelming and confusing. Written with these men and women in mind, The Wounded Warrior Handbook provides our wounded heroes and their families with quick, straightforward answers to the questions they suddenly face and guides them through the deluge of processes, procedures, and policies they must adhere to in order to receive the care they deserve and need. Comprehensive and easy-to-use, the Handbook compiles information regarding medical treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, support, and transition, including 
<ul><li>Symptoms, treatment options, and information resources of common injuries</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Programs to help families reach and care for their injured soldiers</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Definitions of the seven classifications of "casualty" and the notification process for next of kin</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Documents family members should carry when traveling to see their loved ones</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Challenges of reintegrating into everyday life, and tips and resources for succeeding</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Guidance for finding a job that matches an injured soldier's physical abilities and skills</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Organizations offering advocacy and legal assistance</li></ul>
 <ul><li>Locations of Veterans Affairs hospitals, medical centers, and clinics</li></ul>
 Whether you work with members of the military or support a community that does, you can help our embattled men and women make the transition from active duty to post-war domestic life with this time-saving and life-restoring book.

The Wounded Warrior Handbook: A Resource Guide for Returning Veterans (Military Life)

Philpott, Don

Hill, Janelle

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The Military Marriage Manual: Tactics for Successful Relationships (Volume 2) (Military Life, 2)

At a time when divorce and suicide rates are at record levels in the military, The Military Marriage Manual: Tactics for Successful Relationships is an invaluable aid to members of the military and their spouses and families. The book presents advice for couples on a range of issues, both extraordinary and mundane, both those specific to military marriages and those common to all marriages, such as: -the ceremony -relationships with friends and family -household responsibilities -finances -dealing with tension and conflict -raising a family -domestic violence -deployment -long periods apart -injuries -depression -relocating -and much more The information in the book is presented chronologically, beginning from the day a couple decides to get married. It follows them through the engagement, ceremony, and marriage, and discusses the many issues that arise, offering guidance on how to overcome them and strengthen a couple's marriage, as well as their relationships with those around them. There is no better, more comprehensive resource for those who are dealing with the pressures and problems unique to marriage in the military.

The Military Marriage Manual: Tactics for Successful Relationships (Military Life) (Volume 2)

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Lawhorne, Cheryl

Relationships

The saying "it takes a village to raise a child" is especially true for families with special needs children. It takes an "army" of therapists, doctors, nurses, counselors, and educators. Special needs families in the military often find the task even more daunting, compounded by the unique circumstances of military life today. Even though the challenges are often greater, there are many helpful resources for families in the military who are raising a special needs child. In Special Needs Families in the Military: A Resource Guide, authors Janelle Hill and Don Philpott provide advice on the many issues that arise, including diagnoses, financial support, education, medical care, case management, insurance, advocacy, and coping with the accompanying mental and emotional trials. The book covers the basic challenges which all special needs families must face, and also pays special attention to those resources, programs, and aids available to special needs families in the military, where the added stresses of military life often make things seem overwhelming. This book guides special needs families through all the procedures and protocol they must face, and offers helpful tips for setbacks and unexpected challenges that may arise. It is essential reading for military families with special needs children and those who work with them.

Special Needs Families in the Military: A Resource Guide (Military Life) (Volume 4)

Hundreds of thousands of military members are making the transition to civilian life each year. This transition is a move into unfamiliar territory and can be an extremely uncomfortable process. However, there are resources in place that can relieve much of the stress of the challenging situations that may arise. In Life After the Military: A Handbook for Transitioning Veterans, authors Janelle Hill, Don Philpott, and Cheryl Lawhorne-Scott collect all the information needed to settle into life after the military in one volume. The book discusses the many issues that transitioning veterans are faced with such as finding employment, going back to school, managing finances, special benefits available to veterans, and a host of other issues the transitioning veteran is likely to face when making the move to civilian life. It also discusses the emotional and psychological challenges that come with leaving the military and settling into life as a civilian. This book is essential for all who are transitioning out of the military, as well as their loved ones.

Life After the Military: A Handbook for Transitioning Veterans (Military Life) (Volume 5)

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The Wounded Warrior Handbook: A Resource Guide for Returning Veterans (Military Life)

The Military Marriage Manual: Tactics for Successful Relationships (Military Life) (Volume 2)

Special Needs Families in the Military: A Resource Guide (Military Life) (Volume 4)

Life After the Military: A Handbook for Transitioning Veterans (Military Life) (Volume 5)