Would becoming blind while my husband is at NTC be something that gets him home? If not are there resources to assist me/kids in his absence?

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Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Feb 9 at 2018 9:54 AM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 09:54:08 -0500

Do you have a contact for his unit? I would start there. I will do some checking and get back to you. Also Red Cross Hero Network...we have caseworkers who can help you put in an emergency leave request and get your situation verified. http://www.redcross.org/emergencycommunication
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Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Feb 9 at 2018 9:54 AM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 09:54:44 -0500

Actually start with the 877 number I posted. They will help and get it sorted out.

Response by SSgt Dan Montague made Feb 9 at 2018 10:37 AM

SSgt Dan Montague — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 10:37:29 -0500

Sorry but I have to be blunt. If sudden blindness just came on, wouldn't that entail a hospital visit and them getting a hold of your husband for you? It's not my business what happened, but "sudden blindness" i'm guessing would be quite traumatic.

Response by MSG Dan Castaneda made Feb 9 at 2018 12:46 PM

MSG Dan Castaneda — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 12:46:54 -0500

I would say yes, dependent on his command. However, if I was in his command, I would expect a family care plan soon there after. While taking care of Soldiers and their families is always a priority, you can't expect him to come home every time your condition changes. That would make him non-deployable and no use to us. If his command has any compassion, they will send him home. Just don't make a habit of not being able to function without him.

Response by CW3 Kevin Storm made Feb 9 at 2018 3:44 PM

CW3 Kevin Storm — Fri, 09 Feb 2018 15:44:18 -0500

Yes, you need to go through the red cross.