In this episode, Alisha a nurse by occupation, the wife of a U.S Army veteran shares some of the challenges their family faces since her husband’s return from military service in Afghanistan. Alisha discusses how her role changed from wife to caregiver. She highlights the complexities of navigating the VA health care system and the importance of being a firm, informed advocate. Furthermore, she talks about the effects of her husband’s mental health condition on their children and what they all do to cope. This is her story.

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