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April is the Month of the Military Child, in this episode we spotlight the unique experiences and of military-connected kids with the help of Army veteran, author, and entrepreneur Sarah Doran. Sarah shares what inspired her to start her own publishing company, and the challenges and of becoming a veteran entrepreneur. We also highlight how the Texas Veterans Commission supports veterans as they pursue business ownership.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—a time to listen,learn, and support survivors. In this episode, survivors of military sexual trauma (MST) share their stories, and the Texas Veterans Commission Suicide Prevention Manager talks about the connection between trauma, healing, and hope.

More than 58,000 U.S. service members lost their lives during the Vietnam War, and their names are permanently inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC. Because not everyone can travel there, The Wall That Heals—a three-quarter scale replica—travels across the country each year. This year, Texas stops include Del Rio and Ranger. In this podcast a Vietnam veteran reflects on what the memorial means to him, and we share what visitors can expect during the Del Rio visit.

Many veterans aren’t aware of the benefits and services available in their own communities. That’s why resource fairs bring organizations like the Texas Veterans Commission, Texas Veterans Land Board, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and other partners together in one place. The FREE April 14 Veteran Community Resource Fair is coming up in Houston, where veterans can get claims assistance, learn about education, housing, employment opportunities, and mental health services. All veterans, family members, caregivers and the veteran serving community are welcome.

As we recognize Vietnam veterans across Texas this month, Texas Veterans Commission encourages families, friends, and communities to help connect these veterans with the benefits and services they earned. In this episode, learn how you can help veterans access TVC services. We also highlight the upcoming visit of 'The Wall That Heals' to Del Rio, April 16–19—a 375-foot replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that honors the more than 58,000 service members who died during the war. The exhibit is free and open to the public 24 hours a day during its visit. Join us as we remember, honor, and help ensure Vietnam veterans receive the recognition—and support—they deserve.

In this episode, the Texas Veterans Commission provides an overview of the free services available to veterans, family members, and survivors. Learn how to navigate the website, connect with the right programs, and access the benefits you’ve earned. Featuring insights from multiple TVC staff members, this episode is your starting point for understanding how TVC can support you.

Health Care Advocates are a valuable part of Texas Veterans Commission. They help veterans navigate the VA health care system, from enrollment to community care, labs, prescriptions, and billing too. Advocates empower veterans to speak up for themselves. We talked with two advocates who use their own experiences to connect with and assist veterans. Find Your Advocate Here.

As we celebrate Vietnam Veterans this March, let's make sure we connect them with their benefits. Texas Veterans Commission can help with that, offering free services to veterans, spouses, and survivors.

What a great name for one of our Fund for Veterans' Assistance grantees,Henry's Home, Horse and Human Sanctuary. I put a comma in there to help you understand just how helpful this Mental Health grantee has been for veterans. Sometimes just talking to a horse can have a calming effect and make a world of difference.

Sometimes it is not enough to ask if someone is a veteran. It is better to ask: "Did you or a family member serve in the military?" It is also important to know what to do if the answer is Yes. There are many benefits and services that veteran families can use. We'll explore some of the reasons veterans may not identify as veterans and we invite organizations to join the "Texans Ask: Did Y'all Serve" initiative. Get the Texans Ask Guide Here.

Texas Veterans Commission has launched a special webpage for veterans aged 55 and older — filled with important information you can use now. If you were denied a disability claim years ago, don’t give up. In this episode, we talk with Army veteran and award‑winning TVC Claims Benefits Advisor Reggie Lewis about why it’s worth trying again and how TVC can help.

We talk with Williamson County’s Veteran Service Officer and the Veterans Treatment Court judge about their Texas Veterans Commission grant. The VSO uses funding to provide financial assistance, while the court uses its grant for staff, monitoring devices, and therapy for justice‑involved veterans.

Military life brings unique parenting challenges, finding the right support can make all the difference. In this episode, we explore the Parenting-STAIR (P-STAIR) intervention model—specially adapted to help military-connected moms build confidence, manage stress, and strengthen family relationships. Learn how military and veteran moms can join the study.

Operation Final Salute offers guidance to help veterans protect their families long after they’re gone. In this episode, learn what this workshop teaches about end-of-life planning, that includes wills, survivor and burial benefits, and organizing essential military records. The discussion also covers everyday details like passcodes, bill paying, and forms that must be completed while the veteran is still living—to ease the burden on surviving loved ones.

Discover how Heroes Resource Center in Cedar Park, creates a strong support network for veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Hear from Program Director Carmen Valenzuela and Executive Director Brandon Crook as they share their personal stories and explain how their TVC grant helps veterans and their families thrive.