Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs Deputy Director Robert "Bob" Asztalos details the benefits and services available to military veterans in Florida.

About Deputy Director Bob Asztelos:

https://www.floridavets.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/FDVA-Bob-Asztalos-2021-Biography.pdf

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Veteran Support

03:08 - Personal Experiences in Combat

06:09 - Understanding PTSD and Its Impact

08:51 - Role in Florida Department of Veteran Affairs

12:05 - Challenges Faced by Vietnam Veterans

14:54 - Programs for Veteran Assistance

17:50 - Addressing Veteran Scams and Fraud

21:08 - Differences in Needs Across Veteran Eras

24:58 - Funding and Eligibility for Nursing Homes

29:06 - Final Thoughts on Veteran Benefits

About Vets And Badges Podcast Hosts:

Robert Asencio is a retired police Captain, former Florida State Representative, US Army Veteran who served as a member of the Special Operations community with over 34 years of public service experience.

VAB - 2025

[email protected]://www.VetsAndBadges.com

Vets and Badges Podcast is an initiative of HEALING - a non-profit created to support veterans, first responder and community stakeholders.

For more visit

https://www.kbcf.org/programs/healing-corp/