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ILLINOIS CONNECTIONS: ASSISTING VETERAN & MILITARY FAMILIES – Wounded
Active duty service members who are wounded in Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF) may need assistance to access various health care and benefits systems including, for example, the military hospital system, the Veteran’s Administration, and Civilian resources. Without knowing whether they will be allowed to return to active duty, they are in the midst of navigating the services offered through military hospitals, Medical and Physical Evaluation Boards, and Disabled Veteran Benefits Programs. We are currently working primarily with the Illinois National Guard to assist the wounded soldiers and their families access available resources.
