Скачать или смотреть Service Before Self with Col Sam Whitehurst ep. 50

Colonel Sam Whitehurst is a U.S. #Army #veteran with nearly three decades of service as an #infantry officer
After retiring about six years ago, he joined Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services, where he now serves as a Vice President

Below are some key points about his background and current work:
29-Year Army Career
He served in multiple assignments, including time with the 10th Mountain Division in Upstate New York and the 25th Infantry Division in Hawaii.
In his final role before retirement, he led the Army Soldier for Life Program, which gave him a broad view of the challenges facing transitioning service members and introduced him to numerous veteran-serving organizations

• Focus on Veteran and Family Support
At Dixon Center, Colonel Whitehurst works not just to help veterans, but to ensure that families also receive the attention they need.
One of his major concerns is the “epidemic of isolation and disconnection” often experienced by veterans, as well as mental health and wellness—topics he believes need far more discussion and attention.

• Collaboration with Diverse Organizations
Dixon Center increases the capacity of employers, universities, unions, and nonprofits to integrate veterans and their families into existing programs
Colonel Whitehurst highlights that working with unions is somewhat unique among veteran service organizations, and he sees it as a critical pathway to long-term career and community connections

• Podcast and Public Outreach
He’s involved in Dixon Center’s podcast, “Service Before Self,” which features discussions on veterans’ health and well-being, transitions to civilian life, and community support initiatives

• Connect with Colonel Whitehurst
You can follow him on Threads at “sam.whitehurst6,” or follow Dixon Center on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and LinkedIn (“Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services”) to learn more about their mission and programs
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Colonel Sam Whitehurst
US Army (Ret.)
Vice President | Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services
Follow me on Threads: sam.whitehurst6
Follow us on: Instagram and Threads: dixoncenter
Facebook: DixonCenterVets
LinkedIn: Dixon Center for Military and Veterans Services

Timestamps -
00:00 - 00:01:35 → Introduction & Guest Introductions
00:01:36 - 00:05:31 → Military Backgrounds & Veteran Challenges
00:05:32 - 00:10:48 → Dixon Center & Supporting Veterans
00:10:49 - 00:15:12 → Mental Health, Isolation & Community
00:15:13 - 00:21:10 → Unions & Workforce for Veterans
00:21:11 - 00:28:36 → Family Support & Wellness Programs
00:28:37 - 00:37:00 → How Businesses & Universities Can Help
00:37:01 - 00:42:50 → Upcoming Gaming Event & Call to Action
00:42:51 - 00:46:22 → Final Thoughts & Book Recommendation


Summary:
00:00
Introduction to challenges veterans face, especially regarding mental health and identity loss. Introduction to challenges veterans face, especially regarding mental health and identity loss.
01:00
Importance of family support in veteran organizations and the need for community connection.Importance of family support in veteran organizations and the need for community connection.
02:30
Guests share their military backgrounds and current roles in supporting veteran services.Guests share their military backgrounds and current roles in supporting veteran services.
05:00
Discussion on the unique challenges veterans face during transition and the importance of planning.Discussion on the unique challenges veterans face during transition and the importance of planning.
10:00
Focus on the need for holistic approaches to veteran support, addressing multiple aspects of wellness.Focus on the need for holistic approaches to veteran support, addressing multiple aspects of wellness.
15:30
Emphasis on the role of unions in providing community and support for transitioning veterans.Emphasis on the role of unions in providing community and support for transitioning veterans.
20:00
Challenges organizations face in reaching veterans, emphasizing the need for collaboration.Challenges organizations face in reaching veterans, emphasizing the need for collaboration.
25:00
Highlighting effective organizations supporting veterans and the significance of family involvement.Highlighting effective organizations supporting veterans and the significance of family involvement.
30:00
Call to action for community support and involvement in veteran-focused initiatives.Call to action for community support and involvement in veteran-focused initiatives.
40:00
Announcement of an upcoming gaming event aimed at promoting wellness among veterans.