Why Are So Many Veterans Not Receiving Benefits? How to Find Veteran Support & Resources in Texas

In this episode, host Sherri Lund sits down with Shirley Uriostegui, a Navy veteran and the Regional Veteran Services Liaison-Program Coordinator at Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare. They dive into the experiences of women in the Navy, the availability of veterans' benefits and resources in Texas, the Military Veteran Peer Network, and the role of Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare in supporting local veterans. They also discuss mental health stigma, burial costs and funeral services for veterans, and ways to emotionally support veterans near you. Tune in and discover the wealth of support available for veterans in Montgomery, Walker, and Liberty counties. And, be sure to share with someone you know - MOST Veterans are missing out on the benefits they deserve!<br/><br/>Explore Probate Help on Sherri's Website: WillowWoodSolutions.com<br/><br/>WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/cBNSvYFz_xU<br/><br/>Episode Chapters<br/>0:00 Introducing Shirley Uriostegui<br/>3:23 Experiences and Life Lessons as a Woman in the Navy<br/>9:44 Is Texas a Good State for Veterans?<br/>13:28 How Many Veterans Are Not Receiving Benefits?<br/>14:22 Military Veteran Peer Network and Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare<br/>16:31 Mentorship Program for Justice-Involved and Invisible Veterans<br/>19:49 What is the Military Stigma of PTSD, Mental Health?<br/>25:11 Burials, Funerals, and Probate with Veteran Family Members<br/>28:20 Adopt a Veteran Family for Christmas<br/>31:50 How Do You Emotionally Support a Veteran?<br/>34:25 Why Don't Veterans Use the VA?<br/>ABOUT SHIRLEY:Shirley Uriostegui is the Regional Veterans Services Liaison and Program Coordinator at Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare. As a Navy veteran herself, Shirley brings firsthand experience and a deep passion for helping veterans and their families. She has been involved in various local committees and volunteer work, dedicating her efforts to serving the community. Shirley aims to provide valuable support and resources to veterans in Montgomery, Walker, and Liberty counties.<br/><br/><br/>Connect with Shirley<br/>Tel: 936-521-6132<br/>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tricountybhc/ <br/>Tri-County Behavioral Healthcare: https://tcbhc.org/ <br/>Military Culture Competency Training Class: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/military-culture-competency-training-tickets-676967145957 <br/>Military Veteran Peer Network (Texas): https://veteransmentalhealth.texas.gov  <br/> <br/> Connect with Sherri and additional probate resources: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sh....erri-lund-willowwood Facebook (Share your recommendation!): https://www.facebook.com/WillowWoodSolutions Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowwoodsolutions/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channe....l/UCV2fpT6kTz67ufkmM Website: www.WillowWoodSolutions.com <br/><br/><br/><br/>Disclosure: The information shared on The Probate Podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. We strongly recommend consulting with a professional for advice specific to your situation. If you need help finding a professional, feel free to reach out to us at www.willowwoodsolutions.com/contact.<br/><br/>Please consider kindly rating this show so others can find it!