After: The Battle Has Just Begun

Meet eight combat-injured men who sustained life-altering injuries. Read eight inspiring stories of heroism and the re-building of independent, productive and fulfilling lives after seemingly impossible circumstances. This project took me through an eye-opening experience where I was forced to consider and attempt to analyze statistical data provided by the VA and other sources. I researched veteran healthcare, injury rates, suicide rates, disability ratings, and caregivers, ad nauseam. My conclusion upon analyzing these statistics was far less concerning than the grim reality of the lives and struggles I heard about and witnessed. Being face-to-face with combat-injured veterans gave me an insight that all Americans should have. This project forced me to open my mind and shook my beliefs about government, politics and war to the core. This book isn't about war or politics - it is about figuring out what it takes to move forward AFTER the war. I wrote this book to raise awareness of what our warriors need most when they return, what the government does and doesn't provide and why there is high demand for private non-profits to fill the gaps. Make no mistake - we are in this period of recovery and rehabilitation for decades to come. It's not about the war; it’s about the warrior. AFTER also introduces a non-profit organization that assists our combat-injured men and women with the daunting transition from military to civilian life. 100% of the proceeds benefit Warrior Foundation~Freedom Station.