It will give loved ones a better understanding of the rigors, challenges and hardships the service member has faced, and it will make them aware of tools available to them, so they can better support their servicemember.
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Military families and loved ones support their servicemember at every stage of service. Our bill creates a Network of Support pilot program, so families can receive updates on their servicemember and better support them during and after their service.https://scottpeters.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-peters-banks-introduce-bill-to-establish-support-network-to-0 …
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The idea was inspired by Coronado's Howard and Jean Somers, whose son, Daniel, tragically died by suicide after two tours in Iraq, post traumatic brain injury, and PTS. Since then the Somers have been tireless advocates for improving servicemembers’ transition from the DOD to VA.
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@RepJimBanks for your support in the House and to@SenatorSinema and@SenThomTillis for leading this bill in the Senate. Together, we can turn@danielsparents' network of support idea into action, so fewer families endure the loss they have.Show this thread
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