Janelle Hill - Böcker

The typical wounded soldier must complete and file 22 forms following an active-duty injury. To many soldiers and their families coping with the shock and reality of the injuries, figuring out what to do next—even completing tasks as seemingly easy as submitting paperwork—can be overwhelming and confusing.Written with these men and women in mind, The Wounded Warrior Handbook provides our wounded heroes and their families with quick, straightforward answers to the questions they suddenly face and guides them through the deluge of processes, procedures, and policies they must adhere to in order to receive the care they deserve and need.Comprehensive and easy-to-use, the Handbook compiles information regarding medical treatment, rehabilitation, counseling, support, and transition, includingSymptoms, treatment options, and information resources of common injuriesPrograms to help families reach and care for their injured soldiersDefinitions of the seven classifications of "casualty" and the notification process for next of kinDocuments family members should carry when traveling to see their loved onesChallenges of reintegrating into everyday life, and tips and resources for succeedingGuidance for finding a job that matches an injured soldier's physical abilities and skillsOrganizations offering advocacy and legal assistanceLocations of Veterans Affairs hospitals, medical centers, and clinicsWhether you work with members of the military or support a community that does, you can help our embattled men and women make the transition from active duty to post-war domestic life with this time-saving and life-restoring book.