The transition from serving full-time in the military to stepping into civilian life can be challenging for veterans, from adapting to life at home to the societal pressure to have it all together.

Fortunately, there are organizations and individuals across the country calling out this stigma and working to ensure veterans can find hope and purpose.

President and CEO of America's Warrior Partnership, retired Lieutenant Colonel Jim Lorraine, joins Benjamin to discuss how his non-profit organization goes the extra mile to reach veterans who may be struggling but don't know how to ask for help. He also shares how caring for his wife, Becky, a fellow veteran living with epilepsy and breast cancer, has taught him about additional life-saving organizations like the Wounded Warrior Project — which helps America's heroes navigate the healthcare system. 

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