The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) is sharing the personal stories and experiences of our Veterans through a series of audio interviews.

These 90-second segments will explore the challenges faced by some Veterans and the MDVA services and support available to Veterans and their families.

While serving in the Vietnam War, Harry was one of four service members attacked by hundreds of demonstrators in Turkey. Several years later, Harry sought help and practiced stress-reduction techniques to work through the trauma of this experience. /mdva/assets/audio-mdva-harry-h-01_tcm1066-685845.wavListen to Harry’s story.

Harry uniquely thinks of his experience with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as a way to better connect with and help fellow Veterans. Working with the Silent Warrior Project, Harry believes that sharing Veteran to Veteran can help open pathways to healing. /mdva/assets/audio-mdva-harry-h-02_tcm1066-685846.wavHear Harry share more.

Learn about the Silent Warrior Project.

There are many community, state and federal services available to Veterans. Yet Harry recognizes that many Veterans feel alone and don’t know about the support that’s available. Harry encourages Veterans to be open to help. /mdva/assets/audio-mdva-harry-h-03_tcm1066-685847.wavContinue listening to Harry.

Learn about benefits available for Veterans.

Beyond Active Duty – Caring for those who served is produced in partnership with Ampers and airs on 17 of their community radio stations serving Minnesota’s diverse communities.