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Supporting Military Families Nationwide: Jon Jerome of H.E.R.O.E.S. Care
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In this impactful episode of VET S.O.S., hosts Shawn and Keith speak with Jon Jerome, President of H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, about the organization’s extraordinary efforts to support military families and wounded warriors since 2004. From its humble beginnings with care packages to becoming a nationwide network of hope, H.E.R.O.E.S. Care continues to make a difference.
Jon shares the story of H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, which has distributed thousands of care packages, cards, and letters and expanded into the H.E.R.O.E.S. Care Network in 2007. With 647 outposts in 25 states and over 3,300 trained volunteers, the network has saved 38 lives through its suicide prevention initiatives, with an incredible 14-minute crisis response time.
You’ll also hear about the Mission Depot in St. Louis, a one-stop resource center offering free supplies, budget classes, financial assistance, and mental health support to veterans. Jon shares a moving story of a Vietnam veteran who found renewed hope through their services.
Additionally, Jon introduces the cutting-edge Secure Hope software platform, designed to connect veterans with charitable resources more efficiently and bring the Mission Depot model to other states. This forward-thinking approach is setting the stage for nationwide impact.
In this episode, Jon discusses the challenges faced by National Guard and Reserve families, the importance of job fairs for veterans and their spouses, and how partners like Men’s Warehouse and Joseph A. Bank are making a difference by providing professional attire.
Packed with inspiring stories, innovative solutions, and actionable ways to support military families, this episode is one you won’t want to miss!
🌐 Learn More About H.E.R.O.E.S. Care: https://heroescare.org/
Call to Action:
✅ Donate new products or funds to support H.E.R.O.E.S. Care’s impactful programs.
✅ Volunteer or share their mission to help expand the Mission Depot model.
✅ Spread the word to raise awareness about the unique challenges military families face.
Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and resources for our veteran community. 🎙️💙 #vetsos #vetsospodcast #MilitaryFamilies #VeteranSupport #HeroesCare #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportOurTroops
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