They were pioneers during a time their country needed them most, yet they were also America’s best kept secret until recently. The Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II paved the way for women in the military today. 100 year old WASP Veteran Nell Bright is the epitome of Upholding Valor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They were pioneers during a time their country needed them most, yet they were also America’s best kept secret until recently. The Women Air Force Service Pilots of World War II paved the way for women in the military today. 100 year old WASP Veteran Nell Bright is the epitome of Upholding Valor.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

World War II's Best Kept Secret

A Utah veteran is cherishing time with his grandkids this holiday season thanks to a double lung transplant. VA Salt Lake City, in partnership with the University of Utah, saved this Navy veteran’s life as time was running out. The journey–his commitment, his fight--in this addition of Upholding Valor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Utah veteran is cherishing time with his grandkids this holiday season thanks to a double lung transplant. VA Salt Lake City, in partnership with the University of Utah, saved this Navy veteran’s life as time was running out. The journey–his commitment, his fight--in this addition of Upholding Valor.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Extending Time with a Double Lung Transplant

Spiritual healing can be just as important as physical healing. In this week’s Upholding Valor, we take a look at VA’s Equine Therapy Program and how horses help heal our Veterans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spiritual healing can be just as important as physical healing. In this week’s Upholding Valor, we take a look at VA’s Equine Therapy Program and how horses help heal our Veterans.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Spiritual Healing Through Equine Therapy

We are not in the clear. Not by a long shot. In this week’s Upholding Valor, two VA providers talk about the COVID-19 Delta variant surge, their exhaustion and their fears--watching people die that don’t need to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are not in the clear. Not by a long shot. In this week’s Upholding Valor, two VA providers talk about the COVID-19 Delta variant surge, their exhaustion and their fears--watching people die that don’t need to.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Dealing with the Delta Variant

Two Veterans from two wars describe their emotions surrounding the 20th anniversary of 9/11 coinciding with the end of the 20 year war in Afghanistan. Their candor and vulnerability is both heartbreaking, yet inspiring as we present on of our more powerful episodes of Upholding Valor..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Veterans from two wars describe their emotions surrounding the 20th anniversary of 9/11 coinciding with the end of the 20 year war in Afghanistan. Their candor and vulnerability is both heartbreaking, yet inspiring as we present on of our more powerful episodes of Upholding Valor..See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Afghanistan and 9/11

The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System goes beyond traditional healthcare to improve the lives of veterans. In this episode of Upholding Valor a Veteran talks about his weight loss transformation and his journey to peace of mind, body and soul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System goes beyond traditional healthcare to improve the lives of veterans. In this episode of Upholding Valor a Veteran talks about his weight loss transformation and his journey to peace of mind, body and soul.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Managing Your Weight

VA always needs good volunteers to better serve our veterans. We need you!  Want to serve your country’s heroes?  Find out how in this episode of Upholding Valor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VA always needs good volunteers to better serve our veterans. We need you!  Want to serve your country’s heroes?  Find out how in this episode of Upholding Valor.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Volunteer Service

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is something roughly 20% of veterans deal with after service or a long combat deployment. VA understands, and has the experts to make a difference in veterans' lives. Don’t suffer in silence! PTSD is treatable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is something roughly 20% of veterans deal with after service or a long combat deployment. VA understands, and has the experts to make a difference in veterans' lives. Don’t suffer in silence! PTSD is treatable.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Don't suffer in silence.  PTSD is treatable!

VA takes great “Pride” in caring for everyone that served. The LGBTQ community is no exception. Our mission is to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment every day, not just during Pride Month. Please listen to one transfeminine Veteran’s story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VA takes great “Pride” in caring for everyone that served. The LGBTQ community is no exception. Our mission is to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment every day, not just during Pride Month. Please listen to one transfeminine Veteran’s story.  See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Pride in Caring for All Veterans

One homeless veteran is one too many--that’s why VA has teams committed to finding and improving their lives.  Hear from one of those teams and the lengths they go to, to reach a veteran on the street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One homeless veteran is one too many--that’s why VA has teams committed to finding and improving their lives.  Hear from one of those teams and the lengths they go to, to reach a veteran on the street.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Homeless Veterans

Upholding Valor focuses on men and women from all backgrounds and eras of military service. It is our hope that this series will inspire and educate veterans to use the resources and programs they have earned while spotlighting their spirit and courage throughout our community. It is up to all of us to look out for our veterans. Hosted by Jill Atwood, Chief of Communications of the VA in Salt Lake City, Utah, and sponsored by American United Federal Credit Union, continuously striving to be the difference that makes a difference in the lives of our veterans. Visit Amucu.org/valor to learn more.

this is a great podcast. our veterans need resources like this. they&#39;d made incredible sacrifices for us and need our our help and support. this podcast tackles the issues veterans face everyday and tells their stories. very well done!

veterans need our help

Upholding Valor focuses on men and women from all backgrounds and eras of military service. It is our hope that this series will inspire and educate veterans to use the resources and programs they have earned while spotlighting their spirit and courage throughout our community. It is up to all of us to look out for our veterans. Hosted by Jill Atwood, Chief of Communications of the VA in Salt Lake City, Utah, and sponsored by American United Federal Credit Union, continuously striving to be the difference that makes a difference in the lives of our veterans. Visit <a href="http://amucu.org/valor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amucu.org/valor</a> to learn more.

Upholding Valor

Front

VA workers are on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are trained, we are prepared and VA will do everything within it’s power to help Veterans and the community if need be.  We are all in this together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VA workers are on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic. We are trained, we are prepared and VA will do everything within it’s power to help Veterans and the community if need be.  We are all in this together.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

On the Front Lines of COVID-19

Treatment and life after a traumatic brain injury is possible with VA experts skilled in poly-trauma and mental health.  A brain injury can be complicated by symptoms of PTSD. Meet Josh Hansen, an Operation Iraqi freedom Veteran, who has come out stronger on the other side of treatment.  First he saved himself, and now he’s saving others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treatment and life after a traumatic brain injury is possible with VA experts skilled in poly-trauma and mental health.  A brain injury can be complicated by symptoms of PTSD. Meet Josh Hansen, an Operation Iraqi freedom Veteran, who has come out stronger on the other side of treatment.  First he saved himself, and now he’s saving others.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Other/Stronger Side of Traumatic Brain Injury

During these unsettling times, VA is leading the way in caring for Veterans and keeping every one protected.  Virtual healthcare promotes safety, while providing that critical connection so many of our Veterans need right now.  Vet Connect keeps our Veterans safe from COVID-19.  We hope this podcast is helpful and finds you well.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During these unsettling times, VA is leading the way in caring for Veterans and keeping every one protected.  Virtual healthcare promotes safety, while providing that critical connection so many of our Veterans need right now.  Vet Connect keeps our Veterans safe from COVID-19.  We hope this podcast is helpful and finds you well. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Veterans and TeleHealth - Covid19

A family’s medicine is the best medicine when it comes to recovery from a serious medical condition.  The Fisher House eases the family burden for those far away from home and allows for hope and healing.  This amazing home full of love and the comforts of home brings families together in support of one another.  This is one family’s story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A family’s medicine is the best medicine when it comes to recovery from a serious medical condition.  The Fisher House eases the family burden for those far away from home and allows for hope and healing.  This amazing home full of love and the comforts of home brings families together in support of one another.  This is one family’s story.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Medicine of Family

Decades after the war, some Vietnam Veterans are just now coming to VA.  Dreams of war they can no longer ignore, and physical illness related to agent orange exposure have them looking for answers and peace.  VA has the expertise, research and compassion to make a difference.  There is help.  This is one Veteran’s story.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Decades after the war, some Vietnam Veterans are just now coming to VA.  Dreams of war they can no longer ignore, and physical illness related to agent orange exposure have them looking for answers and peace.  VA has the expertise, research and compassion to make a difference.  There is help.  This is one Veteran’s story.    See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Agent Orange

Some of the Veterans who fought for your freedom are now fighting for survival on the streets.  In Utah, Veterans make up 8% of the Homeless Population.  While we have seen an almost a 40% decrease in recent years, across the nation, roughly 40,000 Veterans still remain homeless.   These Veterans not only struggle with safety and shelter. Sometimes the legal and financial burdens that come with the harsh circumstances of homelessness prove to be too much to overcome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of the Veterans who fought for your freedom are now fighting for survival on the streets.  In Utah, Veterans make up 8% of the Homeless Population.  While we have seen an almost a 40% decrease in recent years, across the nation, roughly 40,000 Veterans still remain homeless.   These Veterans not only struggle with safety and shelter. Sometimes the legal and financial burdens that come with the harsh circumstances of homelessness prove to be too much to overcome.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Homelessness

As America finds itself caught in the deadly grip of opioid addiction, community leaders, policy makers, and medical practitioners alike have struggled to balance the needs of the infirmed against the growing threat posed by these drugs. On this episode of the Upholding Valor podcast, we’ll hear the personal and heartfelt tales of Veterans whose lives were shattered by opioid addiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As America finds itself caught in the deadly grip of opioid addiction, community leaders, policy makers, and medical practitioners alike have struggled to balance the needs of the infirmed against the growing threat posed by these drugs. On this episode of the Upholding Valor podcast, we’ll hear the personal and heartfelt tales of Veterans whose lives were shattered by opioid addiction.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Veterans and Opioid Addiction

Every day, 20 Veterans die by suicide. That’s 7,300 service members a year – more than were killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Combined. Casualties of a private war, many of these men and women survived the horrors of the battlefield only to succumb to the hidden enemy locked within their minds. On this episode of the Upholding Valor podcast, we’ll journey into the world of darkness that drove Iraq War Veteran Tammy Joy Lane and Vietnam Era Veteran Alan Morris to try and take their own lives. And we’ll hear of how they survived the ordeal and learned that even amongst the bleakest times, there’s always a glimmer of hope. We’ll also hear from Dr. Michael Tragakis, a psychologist, and Suicide Prevention Clinical Director with the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System on the warning signs and treatments of suicide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every day, 20 Veterans die by suicide. That’s 7,300 service members a year – more than were killed in <a href="https://www.defense.gov/casualty.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom</a>. Combined. Casualties of a private war, many of these men and women survived the horrors of the battlefield only to succumb to the hidden enemy locked within their minds. On this episode of the Upholding Valor podcast, we’ll journey into the world of darkness that drove Iraq War Veteran Tammy Joy Lane and Vietnam Era Veteran Alan Morris to try and take their own lives. And we’ll hear of how they survived the ordeal and learned that even amongst the bleakest times, there’s always a glimmer of hope. We’ll also hear from Dr. Michael Tragakis, a psychologist, and Suicide Prevention Clinical Director with the VA Salt Lake City Health Care System on the warning signs and treatments of suicide.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Driving Out the Darkness

Since 2014 Karl Baylor hasn’t had a heartbeat, now as a transplant recipient he is adjusting to waking up every morning with a pulse, and a tremble in his new heart.  At the Salt Lake City VA, our nurses play a critical role in ensuring the continued health and welfare of America’s Heroes, Veterans just like Karl. On this episode of Upholding Valor, we’ll hear from Karl, and take an inside look into the world of nursing.  The challenges and rewards nurses face while helping service members on their road to recovery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 2014 Karl Baylor hasn’t had a heartbeat, now as a transplant recipient he is adjusting to waking up every morning with a pulse, and a tremble in his new heart.  At the Salt Lake City VA, our nurses play a critical role in ensuring the continued health and welfare of America’s Heroes, Veterans just like Karl. On this episode of Upholding Valor, we’ll hear from Karl, and take an inside look into the world of nursing.  The challenges and rewards nurses face while helping service members on their road to recovery.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A New Heart and New Beginning

Army veteran, and IED survivor, Bryant Jacobs takes us to the moments before a bomb changed his life forever. Jacobs shares his struggle to return to normalcy after the Iraq war, and of the harrowing decision to amputate his leg. However, his story doesn’t end there. In 2015, Jacobs and another Veteran became the first two patients in the U.S. to undergo an experimental procedure, one that could help them — and America’s nearly 2 million amputees — take the literal steps toward a better life. Today we check in with Jacobs to see how he’s progressing and speak with Dr. Sarina Sinclair, the prosthetic research scientist at the Salt Lake City VA who helped pioneer this extraordinary procedure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Army veteran, and IED survivor, Bryant Jacobs takes us to the moments before a bomb changed his life forever. Jacobs shares his struggle to return to normalcy after the Iraq war, and of the harrowing decision to amputate his leg. However, his story doesn’t end there. In 2015, Jacobs and another Veteran became the first two patients in the U.S. to undergo an experimental procedure, one that could help them — and America’s nearly 2 million amputees — take the literal steps toward a better life. Today we check in with Jacobs to see how he’s progressing and speak with Dr. Sarina Sinclair, the prosthetic research scientist at the Salt Lake City VA who helped pioneer this extraordinary procedure.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Working Prosthetic Miracles

The VA could not run its daily operations without thousands of volunteers that give their time and energy every day.  Make a difference in a veteran's life today.  Hear from two Vietnam veterans who know sacrifice and continue to give long after their service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The VA could not run its daily operations without thousands of volunteers that give their time and energy every day.  Make a difference in a veteran's life today.  Hear from two Vietnam veterans who know sacrifice and continue to give long after their service.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Serving Your Country and Your Fellow Soldiers

The new Mission Act will ensure veterans get the timely care they deserve.  Access and quality care are the VA’s number one priority--if we can’t get them into a doctor soon enough, veterans may see a provider in the community.  To hear more details on the Mission Act and how it impacts you, listen to the Upholding Valor podcast.  Thank you for choosing VA!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Mission Act will ensure veterans get the timely care they deserve.  Access and quality care are the VA’s number one priority--if we can’t get them into a doctor soon enough, veterans may see a provider in the community.  To hear more details on the Mission Act and how it impacts you, listen to the Upholding Valor podcast.  Thank you for choosing VA!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Timely Care that All Veterans Deserve

The VA cares for all veterans no matter their race, gender, age or sexual orientation.  Our LGBT Veterans have unique healthcare needs based on their life and military experiences.  We are honored to offer special programs and resources.  Please take a moment to listen to our podcast and then make that first phone call.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The VA cares for all veterans no matter their race, gender, age or sexual orientation.  Our LGBT Veterans have unique healthcare needs based on their life and military experiences.  We are honored to offer special programs and resources.  Please take a moment to listen to our podcast and then make that first phone call.  See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Veterans' Healthcare--No Matter the Orientation

VA commemorates the Vietnam War 50 years later.  Our service men and women did not receive the homecoming they so richly deserved, but years later VA is trying to make up for that through comprehensive benefits, healthcare and compassion.  Many of these Veterans are coming to us for the very first time some 40 years later.  It is heartbreaking to relive but necessary to learn from and move forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VA commemorates the Vietnam War 50 years later.  Our service men and women did not receive the homecoming they so richly deserved, but years later VA is trying to make up for that through comprehensive benefits, healthcare and compassion.  Many of these Veterans are coming to us for the very first time some 40 years later.  It is heartbreaking to relive but necessary to learn from and move forward.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Celebrating Vietnam Veterans

VA offers all types of resources for Veterans to include family services.  Intimate Partner Violence is something that may be hard to talk about and confront, but with help families can heal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

VA offers all types of resources for Veterans to include family services.  Intimate Partner Violence is something that may be hard to talk about and confront, but with help families can heal.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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