here are apps that serve your military friends and family.
by beth ziesenis
app of the week
my husband is a veteran, and november 11, veterans day, is one he holds sacred.
the site military.com says, “veterans day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. for one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans.”
however, people in the military and their families can struggle to get the help they need for the unique circumstances that surround the challenges of military service.
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fortunately, there are some very useful apps specifically designed to meet the needs of our women and men in uniform and the loved ones who support them. be a hero to your veteran clients and share these resources.
the american red cross’ hero care app lets families set up and submit an emergency request no matter where in the world service members are stationed. the app also highlights other red cross military assistance services, plus offers links to va facility locations, benefits, mental health resources and career info. text “getherocare” to 90999.
there are also apps designed specifically for the va, including the annie app, which is a va messaging service that empowers veterans to take an active role in their care.
additionally, if you’ve ever tried to finagle va medical appointments, you know that can also pose challenges. try the va online health scheduling app, which allows users a secure way to request and self-schedule appointments at va and community care facilities. additionally, you can view details about upcoming appointments and download the appointment information to your calendar.
many restaurants offer veterans free meals on or around veterans day to honor members of the military, but it can be difficult to obtain a comprehensive list. enter www.military.com to the rescue. not only does the website list 2022 deals and freebies, but it also lists last year’s deals, in case you want to check with your local store to see if they will offer the same deal this year. of course, military.com also has useful apps, including the military transition app, the military news app and the military pay app.
from scheduling appointments to getting assistance to just staying connected, there are many apps designed specifically for veterans and military. which apps do you like best for your military and veteran needs and why? share with us in the comments below!