Entries by Ryan

Air Force Warrant Officers and DAV United in Service

On this week’s episode of Minnesota Military Radio, we look at the return of warrant officers to the Air Force and what that means for the Minnesota National Guard, then turn to a statewide tribute and claims effort from Disabled American Veterans of Minnesota. Guests: CW5 Erik Homme – Command Chief Warrant Officer, Minnesota National […]

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The SOAR Program: Helping Veterans Navigate SSI and SSDI

On this week’s episode of Minnesota Military Radio, we explore how the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) and the SOAR program help eligible Veterans and family members navigate the Social Security disability process. Guests: Kal Johnson – Supervisor, Veteran SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access and Recovery (SOAR) Program, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) Charles Rosenfield […]

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Suicide Prevention Awareness Month: Collaboration Across Minnesota

On this week’s episode of Minnesota Military Radio, we explore how collaboration strengthens Veteran suicide prevention across Minnesota and how the Veteran Suicide Mortality Review brings partners together to find opportunities for action. The conversation marks Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Minnesota’s first state Veterans suicide prevention strategy. Guests: David Girgen – Lyon County CVSO […]

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VA Vet Centers and the Debt Management Center

On this week’s episode of Minnesota Military Radio, we start with a flu shot reminder from the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, then explore two Department of Veterans Affairs resources Veterans and families may not know well: Vet Centers and the VA Debt Management Center. Guests: Pat Kelly – Director, Minneapolis VA Health Care System […]

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Military Appreciation Day Live: Guard and MDVA at the State Fair

On this week’s episode of Minnesota Military Radio, we air the second of two special shows recorded live from Dan Patch Park on Military Appreciation Day at the Minnesota State Fair. This conversation highlights Minnesota’s commitment to Veterans, the dual mission of the Minnesota National Guard, progress at the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA), […]

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