Trish Turnage is a passionate advocate for veterans and the families who support them. As a representative of the Mission for Healing foundation, Trish works tirelessly to address the challenges faced by military families. With firsthand experience of the military lifestyle, including the impacts on family dynamics and personal well-being, Trish is dedicated to fostering understanding and support for veterans' mental health and reintegration into civilian life.
William Lee is a dedicated collaborator on matters concerning veterans' welfare. Through his insightful conversation with Trish, William delves into critical issues affecting military families, offering empathy and advocacy for those whose lives are intertwined with military service.
In this riveting episode of the Mission for Healing podcast, hosts Trish Turnage and William Lee engage in a heartfelt dialogue about the challenges faced by military families. As Trish opens up about her personal experiences with her husband Pat's military service, the conversation touches on the emotional toll of deployments, reintegration challenges, and the lack of substantial support systems for military families. With a focus on healing and understanding, the episode is a call to action for increased awareness and support for veterans and their families, emphasizing the importance of mental health care and resources. This episode delves deep into the personal and systemic challenges that veterans and their families encounter. Trish shares introspective stories of dealing with her husband's frequent deployments, raising children amidst military life, and the emotional burdens that accompany these experiences. The discussion moves beyond anecdotes, addressing broader concerns such as the high divorce rates among military families, the stigma surrounding mental health, and the urgent need for improved support systems. By highlighting these issues, the podcast brings to light the hidden struggles of military families, urging listeners to partake in solutions t
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Mission For Healing Podcast is a heartfelt platform created by Trish and Pat Turnage, founders of the Mission For Healing Foundation. Its core mission is to honor and support veterans transitioning from military service to civilian life—focusing on healing through storytelling, service, and community connection.
Here’s what the podcast stands for:
Amplifying Veteran Voices: Each episode shares personal stories of resilience, trauma, and triumph, helping veterans feel seen and heard.
Fostering Community: It emphasizes the importance of camaraderie and emotional support, especially through mission trips and service opportunities.
Promoting Healing: Whether through fundraising, outreach, or simply offering a space to talk, the podcast is a tool for emotional recovery and reconnection.
Inclusive Impact: It invites not just veterans but also families, caregivers, and allies to participate in the healing journey.
The Turnages bring their lived experience—Pat’s multiple deployments and Trish’s advocacy—to create a space where coming home is just the beginning.
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