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Assisted Living Locators Paves Clear Path for Veterans Eyeing Entrepreneurship

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

As the nation's leading senior placement and referral franchisor, Assisted Living Locators paves a clear path for veterans transitioning from military service to a rewarding venture in business ownership.

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  • As the nation's leading senior placement and referral franchisor, Assisted Living Locators paves a clear path for veterans transitioning from military service to a rewarding venture in business ownership.
  • Recently at its National Conference in New Orleans, Assisted Living Locators amplified its devotion to veterans.
  • Founder, Brand President Angela Olea, RN, states, "Assisted Living Locators goes beyond mere recognition of veterans.
  • Major Germaine Simon, currently serving in the U.S. Army National Guard and an Assisted Living Locators New Orleans franchisee, expressed, "The values I've learned during my service resonate perfectly with the mission of Assisted Living Locators.

New Country Music Album "WARRIOR LIFE" Debuts on Flag Day; 100% of Funds Raised to Benefit Sierra Delta in Support of U.S. Veterans

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sierra Delta is excited to announce the launch of WARRIOR LIFE, a new country music album featuring a long list of award-winning singers, songwriters, musicians, mixers, and masters – available to download by donation only today. The creation of the album was inspired by war veterans and represents a commitment to supporting their well-being and honoring the sacrifices they've made for their country.

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  • The creation of the album was inspired by war veterans and represents a commitment to supporting their well-being and honoring the sacrifices they've made for their country.
  • Dawson then dedicated a year of his time to finishing the album, which features eleven new songs and is available on Apple Music, Spotify, and other prominent music platforms.
  • One hundred percent of all donations for the WARRIOR LIFE album will go to Sierra Delta to help support U.S. veterans and their families.
  • "WARRIOR LIFE is all about highlighting and supporting veterans who have fought for our freedoms," commented Dawson.

COHEN VETERANS BIOSCIENCE JOINS VETERAN MATTHEW MITCHELL ON MILITARY MAKEOVER WITH MONTEL TO DISCUSS TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, June 2, 2023, at 7:30AM EST, Cohen Veterans Bioscience CEO and President Dr. Magali Haas, will appear on the latest episode of Military Makeover to discuss the "invisible wounds", state of the science and pursuits to advance treatments related to traumatic brain injury (TBI).

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  • Military Makeover with Montel® offers hope and a helping hand to members of our military and their loved ones.
  • Show host and military advocate Montel Williams, a veteran of both the Marine Corps and the Navy, leads the Makeover team's mission.
  • Dr. Magali Haas meets with U.S. Army Staff Sergeant veteran Matthew Mitchell to listen to his experience and discuss the latest science pursuits for those affected by Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD.
  • "The effects of Traumatic Brain Injury should never be underestimated and I fully support the advancements in science Cohen Veterans Bioscience is leading", said Staff Sergeant Mitchell.

'Military Makeover with Montel' and Indiana Partner, Patrick Industries, Select Stupar Family from Michigan City, IN for its Next Makeover

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While on deployment in Mosul Iraq, U.S. Army Staff Sergeant, Michael Stupar was tasked with providing security for a recovery mission.

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  • Like many veterans though, the transition back home for Michael Stupar was challenging.
  • "Everyone involved states that it is a highlight of their lives to be a part of the Military Makeover process."
  • Indiana-based primary partner, Patrick Industries, having worked with Military Makeover before, is thrilled to be the Title Sponsor for the Q3 program.
  • Join us as our makeover team engages to change the living situation and the lives of these deserving families.

U.S. Marine Jack Zimmerman to be saluted for Operation Fan Mail

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Thursday, December 23, 2021

Jack Zimmerman, age 20, in conjunction with the Dec. 25 game against Cleveland.

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  • Jack Zimmerman, age 20, in conjunction with the Dec. 25 game against Cleveland.
  • Operation Fan Mail, the program that recognizes military families and veterans at each Packers home game, marks its 15th season in 2021.
  • Zimmerman, from Kingsford, Mich., joined the Marine Corps in 2019.
  • As the honoree for Operation Fan Mail this week, Zimmerman also received four tickets to the game and a $150 Packers Pro Shop gift card, courtesy of WPS.

War Heroes on Water Sportfishing Tournament Creates "Josh Miles Award" Honoring Beloved WHOW Collaborator

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

The WHOW tournament, now the largest nonprofit sportfishing tournament of its kind in the United States directly served 100 combat-wounded veterans in 2021 and raised $1.4 million to support thousands more.

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  • The WHOW tournament, now the largest nonprofit sportfishing tournament of its kind in the United States directly served 100 combat-wounded veterans in 2021 and raised $1.4 million to support thousands more.
  • "In creating the 'Josh Miles Award,' War Heroes on Water (WHOW) is providing a beautiful tribute to an outstanding American," said Freedom Alliance President Tom Kilgannon.
  • His involvement with the War Heroes on Water tournament began in 2017, ahead of the tournament's inaugural event.
  • War Heroes on Water (WHOW) is an annual sportfishing tournament of unprecedented scale that supports combat-wounded veterans' programs.

CarolinaEast Health System Hosts North Carolina's First Iris and Lens Transplant Surgery

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

NEW BERN, N.C., Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Dr. Dean Ouano, an ophthalmologist at Coastal Eye Clinic, performed North Carolina's first iris transplant at the CarolinaEast Surgery Center in New Bern.The surgery was performed on Capt.

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  • NEW BERN, N.C., Nov. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Dr. Dean Ouano, an ophthalmologist at Coastal Eye Clinic, performed North Carolina's first iris transplant at the CarolinaEast Surgery Center in New Bern.The surgery was performed on Capt.
  • After the iris and lens transplant, his vision went from legally blind in the injured eye to 20/40 vision.
  • The long-term success of the iris and lens transplant is currently unknown; however, due to the high-quality technology available, Dr. Ouano is optimistic that the surgery will be a permanent correction of Capt.
  • CarolinaEast Health System has been serving the growing needs of the coastal North Carolina community since 1963.

USO and Coursera Launch "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation" Course to Help Kickstart Civilian Careers

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

"Making Your Military Transition a Transformation" is a free eight-week course taught by Cory Boatwright, an Air Force veteran and military transition expert, who offers actionable steps for building meaningful careers.

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  • "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation" is a free eight-week course taught by Cory Boatwright, an Air Force veteran and military transition expert, who offers actionable steps for building meaningful careers.
  • Through the USO Pathfinder Transition Program, Transition Specialists guide participants through the process, develop a personalized Action Plan, and help connect them to additional resources and networks.
  • "We are proud to partner with Coursera so that the military community can set and reach their personal and professional career goals."
  • To learn more about "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation" and other USO Pathfinder Transition Program offerings, please visit USO.org/transition .