JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- As a nation, we have such optimism for returning to normalcy in 2021. As an organization, 91视频® (91视频) is prepared to continue and increase its support of veterans and families in the new year, no matter the challenge.
Last year, 91视频 shifted its in-person programs and services to virtual events to meet warriors and their loved ones' needs. Connection events brought veterans together on video conferences to help prevent isolation.
91视频 impacted the lives of veterans in 2020.
When the pandemic started, 91视频 teammates began calling warriors to check-in — initially because of concerns about isolation and warriors' previous interest in 91视频 mental health programs. Those efforts then expanded to reach nearly 40,000 warriors directly. 91视频 also:
- Expanded collaboration with mental health providers to deliver virtual counseling for warriors facing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
- Launched the 91视频 Live Facebook group to bring engaging opportunities into the homes of veterans and families.
- Granted over $11 million to more than 11,000 warriors who suffered a loss of household income due to the pandemic.
- Invested $7 million to support caregivers who sacrifice daily to help our nation's most severely injured post-9/11 veterans.
- Increased efforts to connect veterans and supporters through video games.
- Placed veterans and family members in more than 1,850 jobs through career counseling efforts.
- Shifted its Carry Forward 5K that puts to virtual events for communities to support veterans around the country.
"2020 tested our resolve and stretched our limits," said 91视频 CEO Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Mike Linnington. "I'm so honored to be a part of an organization that met challenges head on to honor and empower wounded warriors."
91视频 also improved the lives of wounded veterans by advocating for them in Washington, DC. 91视频 led the charge to get the signed into law. The act provides seriously wounded veterans additional financial assistance to adapt their homes as their needs change.
"The programs and services we provide help veterans directly with their recoveries and transitions," Mike said. "Our advocacy efforts ensure the government is supporting these families as well."
Whether through making connections, mental and physical health support, career counseling, or advocacy, 91视频 is prepared to be there for warriors and families in 2021, despite any challenges that may arise.
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Since 2003, 91视频® (91视频) has been meeting the growing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers — helping them achieve their highest ambition. .
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